June 25, 2009

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Summer is Here! Yoga for Kids, Families and those with Special Needs by appointment. Yoga is available and so are Adaptive Swimming Lessons and Personal Training in the water!

Portion of class fees goes to support STAR programs. Beginners are welcome. Classes led by Lori Galbraith, Certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and ACE Fitness & Yoga Instructor, who specializes in working with people who have special needs. Come enjoy a yoga lesson! Breathe. Stretch. Relax. Strengthen. Have Less Pain & More Mobility. Or enjoy some therapuetic activities in the water which is also very healing & relaxing. Let’s see what it can do for you. Call to discuss details of location, price and availability with Lori at 865.986.9642. www.yogaforallages.com

Have a Fabulous Vacation & Support STAR!!

Manatee Haven owner’s Kay and Jake Stieger have a phenomenal deal for STAR supporters! “We would like to offer our home as a rental to any of your supporters or families who would like to spend a week at our beautiful and well appointed home on North Captiva Island. For each rental that we receive from a STAR family, we will donate $500 in their name to your academy,” said Kay.

Manatee Haven is located on a private island where there are no cars! Transportation is by golf carts, walking or bicycling. Stunning is an understatement! This beautiful and well maintained home has four bedrooms and three baths. It is fully air-conditioned and overlooks the Gulf of Mexico. The ground level patio, over 4,200 square feet, is fully enclosed with screening that extends 40 feet up to the third level of the home. Enjoy a very large private pool, spa, two dining areas, outdoor kitchen area, elevator, fabulous living/dining, kitchen, a second screened patio on the second level and a crow's nest from which you can observe the entire island, the Gulf of Mexico and Pine Island Sound. What a fabulous getaway! Visit their website at www.manateehaven.net. When booking your reservations, just let them know you are STAR supporters!

Poker Run

The Lenoir City Civitan Club, long time friends and supporters of STAR, is hosting its annual Tennessee River Rally Poker Run. STAR is very fortunate to benefit from this fun and memorable event.

If you are looking for a great way to spend time with your friends on the water - then this is the event for you! Make four stops to collect your cards and present your winning hand at the dinner/party that evening!

The event is held on Fort Loudon Lake, Saturday, July 11. Bring your boat and join in the fun. For more information visit http://tennesseeriverrally.com/.

Upcoming Events!

STAR is hosting a number of events and workshops this year. Contact the STAR office or link indicated for more information.

NARHA Mentoring Workshop – August 13 & 14 (pre-Region 5 Conference workshop)
This workshop is to enhance the skills of certified instructors to mentor and educate instructors in training. Contact STAR for more information. Download a copy of the NARHA Mentor Training Workshop Application.

NARHA Instructor Workshop and Certification – October 9-11
This workshop is for those wanting to gain the education and skills necessary to become a certified therapeutic riding instructor. The last day (certification) is for those who have already met the criteria for testing. Contact STAR for more information.

Check out STAR's New Video from Bridles and Blue Jeans

STAR Bridles & Blue Jeans 2009 from Midnight Magic Studios on Vimeo.

STAR Makes Annual Appeal

STAR has seen amazing growth during our 21 years of providing therapeutic horseback riding to those with disabilities and other special challenges. It takes a significant amount of funding and commitment to accomplish the dream of expanding our program to meet the needs of the community. Please join the STAR team today in making a gift to the annual drive so that we can continue to see the amazing growth and healing that is displayed by those who utilize our services. Click here for more information.

STAR T-Shirts Are Here!

Show your STAR support by purchasing your very own STAR t-shirt! The sleeveless tee is in a gorgeous ice blue (Adult sizes XS-XL). Bright citrus orange or subtle river blue short sleeve t-shirts are sure to compliment any pair of pants or shorts (Youth sizes S-L - Adult sizes XS-XXL). Quantities are limited!

All shirts are $15 and can be purchased at STAR or e-mail (star@rideatstar.org). Orders shipped will incur a $5 shipping & handling fee. For more information, contact STAR at 865-988-4711.

Hoofing & Hiking Is A Hit!

Hoofing & Hiking for STAR was held on September 26th at Dry Ridge Farm in Loudon, TN. Pat and Paul Green opened their beautiful farm to STAR for this annual fall fundraising event. Twenty-seven riders saddled up their horses and sixty-three hikers laced up their sneakers to hit the scenic trails at the farm. Your support of STAR raised over $15,000! ...Read More

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