A Therapeutic Riding and Equine Assisted Learning program for Veterans with disabilities or other special challenges in East Tennessee. 
Partnering with horses provides a wealth of therapeutic benefits such as:

• Improving balance & coordination
• Strengthening core & muscle tone
• Increasing self-esteem and confidence
• Providing relaxation and stress relief
• Networking with other veterans
• Opportunity to learn something new
• Relationship Building

Veterans facing various issues including but not limited to TBI, amputation, sensory loss and/or PTSD can benefit from this extraordinary program.

For more information about this program and to sign up, please contact STAR at 865.988.4711 or email our Veterans Program Coordinator. 
​Download our brochure here.

​VOLUNTEERS

Calling All Veterans & Active Duty Personnel!
Volunteers in this program are fellow veterans who understand the military mindset thus helping the participants feel a sense of camaraderie.

Requirements: 

• Physically capable of jogging short distances and lifting 
• Commitment of one hour per week for 6-10 weeks 
• Horse experience is not required

For more information, please contact the volunteer coordinator at 865.988.4711 or via email.