WHY PALATINE STABLES IS essential

 Palatine Stables contribute significantly to the physical, mental, and social development of individuals who ride, especially children. The riding lessons, camps, and therapeutic riding sessions are essential for fostering a sense of responsibility, discipline, and confidence in young riders.  Children begin to take on responsibility through the volunteer program, and many take on their first job at Palatine Stables.

Palatine Stables is a vibrant hub for community engagement, providing a unique space for social interaction, local competition, and shared experiences. The inclusive nature of the programs at Palatine Stables ensures that people from all backgrounds can benefit, promoting diversity and unity within our community.

The stable provides an invaluable educational experience, teaching individuals about animal care, responsibility, and the complexities of equestrian sports. This hands-on learning is a significant complement to traditional education, offering practical skills and knowledge that are beneficial for all ages.

Palatine Stables is a place where families can come together, participate in events, and enjoy shared experiences. This fosters stronger family bonds and a tighter-knit community.  Palatine Stables is a place where people pitch in to help one another, take care of the horses and each other, and celebrate their common love for these magnificent and generous animals.

Working with and riding horses at Palatine Stables offers a recreational outlet that is not just crucial, but essential for emotional well-being and mental health.  Engaging with horses is magical and provides the acceptance and well-being that positively impacts so many children, teens, and adults in our community. The stable provides a much-needed escape and source of joy for those dealing with stress or anxiety or simply looking for a positive recreational activity.

The therapeutic riding sessions in partnership with NWSRA offer holistic growth opportunities that are hard to replicate elsewhere. Students experience improvements in muscle strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, endurance, sensory registration, visual/spatial orientation, motor control, rhythm/timing, physical stimulation, and attentiveness.