Welcome to ROCK!
Providing Equine-Assisted Services to Central Texas since 1998!
ROCK, Ride On Center for Kids (ROCK), is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides equine-assisted services to children, adults, and veterans with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. ROCK’s participants see improvements in most aspects of their lives — from muscle tone, strength, flexibility and balance to cognitive, behavioral, communication and emotional improvements. ROCK is located on 60+ beautiful acres in Georgetown, Texas.
ROCK has been serving the Central Texas area since 1998; ROCK’s mission is to improve independence and life skills in partnership with the horse. ROCK is a PATH Intl. (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International) Premier Accredited Center.
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Recent Articles
Equine-Based Movement Activities Show Promise for Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
ROCK recently explored the therapeutic potential of equine-based movement activities for individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD) with Southwestern University. The project examined whether three …
Make a Will Month: Building a Legacy of Hope at ROCK
Every August, National Make a Will Month gives us a chance to pause and ask a simple but powerful question: what will your legacy be? For George and Barbara Brightwell, …
Meet Our June Fire Horse- The Horse With Determination
This year, beginning February 17, we welcomed the Year of the Fire Horse — a rare pairing that hasn’t occurred since 1966. The Fire Horse is said to usher in powerful change and …
ROCK’s 2024-2025 Annual Report.
ROCK MISSION
Improving independence and life skills in partnership with the horse.
ROCK VISION
To be the trusted leader in equine-assisted services through research, education, and programs.
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