Those of us who already ride and work with horses will already know how therapeutic they can be. A morning’s ride with the sun on your back and suddenly you’re focused and energised, and if you’re a little sore, then at least you’ve had a good workout! The children who ride at the SAMBER Group range in age from 3-11 and have a variety of disabilities, including cerebral palsy, hearing/visual impairment, autism and behavioural problems. These weekly rides stimulate and motivate them, and improve their muscle strength and communication skills. Physical ailments are aided by the rhythmic and relaxing motion of the horse, which help to stack the spine correctly, whilst the mind receives mentally stimulating information from all the different senses, not to mention plenty of fresh air in the lungs.