Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding
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Heroes & Horses

STAR’s Heroes & Horses program is uniquely challenging for veterans with disabilities facing issues like TBI, PTSD, amputation, sensory loss or other conditions as a result of their service
​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

For more information about STAR's Heroes & Horses program, please call 865-988-4711 or email our Director of Services. 
​The Heroes & Horses brochure is also available 
here.

Interested in volunteering?

Volunteers in this program are fellow service men and women who understand the military mindset thus providing a sense of camaraderie. All Veterans & Active Duty personnel are encouraged to volunteer - training is provided.​

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 call 865-988-4711 or email our Volunteer Coordinator.
Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding
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Main Office
11800 Highway 11E
Lenoir City, TN 37772
 (P)  865.988.4711   (F)  865.988.4712

​South Knoxville Location (By Apt. Only)
3312 Tipton Station Rd.
Knoxville, TN 37920
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  • Home
  • DONATE
  • ABOUT US
    • Our Story
    • Staff Directory
    • Board of Directors
    • Star News
    • Contact Us
  • SERVICES
    • Programs
    • Therapeutic Riding
    • Minis in Motion & Reflections
    • Heroes & Horses
    • Field Trips
    • Changing STRIDES
    • Stable Friends
  • VOLUNTEER
    • Volunteer Information
    • Volunteer Forms
    • Disability Information & Resources
  • HORSES
    • Meet Our Herd
    • Horse Lease & Donation
  • HOW TO HELP
    • Capital Campaign
    • Naming Opportunites
    • Wish List
    • Additional Ways To Help
  • EVENTS
    • Calendar of Events
    • Bridles and Blue Jeans
    • Songwriters in the Round
    • State Horse Show
    • Craft & Tack Sale
    • Benefits
  • Fees