🐴 Where Healing Meets the Horizon
Every Ride Is a Step Toward Something Greater
Riding Unlimited connects children and adults with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges to the transformative power of horses — and to themselves.
Riding Unlimited is an equine therapy center with a mission to transform the lives of individuals with physical, educational, intellectual, and emotional disabilities. Located on a serene 46‑acre facility in Ponder, Texas, our therapeutic horsemanship programs have been improving strength, coordination, social interaction, and self‑esteem for over 30 years.
With therapy horses and dedicated volunteers, we offer life‑changing experiences for riders of all ages. Whether it’s improving muscle tone or building confidence, our programs provide meaningful, lasting impact.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit • PATH Intl. Premier Center • Est. 2003
“Riding Unlimited creates an environment where the participants, whether they be riders, volunteers, or staff can motivate themselves to set goals, and then reach those goals.” –Jim Barton
Find Your Path Forward
Our evidence-based programs meet each individual exactly where they are
Equine-Assisted Services for Veterans
Our Freedom Reins program is an 8‑week equestrian experience offered at no cost to military Veterans. Each session fosters connection, builds trust, and helps Veterans process trauma through the power of the horse.
Watch how it works: Horse therapy helps North Texas veterans heal from PTSD
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Therapeutic Riding
PATH Intl.-certified sessions designed to improve motor function, balance, and confidence for riders with physical and developmental disabilities. Each session is led by a certified instructor with trained volunteers.
Equine-Assisted Counseling
Confidential, one‑on‑one talk therapy with a licensed mental health professional that integrates our therapy horses as partners.
Not sure which program fits? Let's find out together.
Help Care For The Horses That Care For Others
Our therapy horses are the heart of everything we do. Each one is carefully selected, trained, and loved. By sponsoring a horse, you cover feed, veterinary care, farrier visits, and more.
Your gift directly supports the care and wellbeing of our therapy horses
Every dollar you give goes directly to supporting our riders — children, adults, and veterans — who rely on the healing power of horses. No overhead fluff. Just real impact.
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Volunteer With Us
Riding Unlimited runs on the heart, dedication, and compassion of our volunteers. Every hour donated directly supports our mission of improving the lives of children, adults, veterans, and individuals with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges through equine‑assisted services.
Whether you’re working with riders, caring for horses, supporting our facility, or using your professional skills behind the scenes, your time helps create a safe, welcoming environment where healing, learning, and connection can thrive.
Horse Handler
Lead the horse during lessons, ensuring safety and communication between horse and rider.
Qualifications:
- Minimum age: 14
- Horse experience required
- Complete Handler Certification
- Attend hands‑on training
- Able to walk at a fast pace and jog intermittently
Sidewalker
Provide physical and motivational support to riders during lessons while maintaining constant safety awareness.
Qualifications:
- Minimum age: 14
- Able to walk and jog short periods
- Attend Volunteer Training
- Commit to a weekly class assignment
Group Volunteer Experiences
Does your business, church, club, or school host volunteer days? We offer a unique group volunteer experience at our ranch in Ponder, Texas, just north of DFW. We can host groups up to 150 volunteers for meaningful, hands‑on projects that make a lasting impact.
Projects include:
- Renovation
- Painting
- Landscaping
- Fundraising
- Event support
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join our family of over 120 volunteers who show up every week to change lives — one ride at a time. No experience needed, just a big heart. 🐴
Upcoming Events
Join us for fundraisers, open houses, volunteer days, and community events. Every event helps us keep our horses healthy and our riders riding.