HOPE Hippotherapy

17/03/2026

Lots of enquiries coming in about Hippotherapy at the moment – which is wonderful! 💛

One of the most common questions I’m asked is about cost.

Hippotherapy is a specialist, therapist-led session using the movement of the horse as a treatment tool. Sessions are tailored to each child’s individual needs and goals, which is reflected in the pricing.

If you’d like full details of fees, please get in touch directly – I’m always happy to have an open, no-pressure chat about whether H.O.P.E. Hippotherapy is the right fit for your child.

📍 Wednesdays – Dummer, Hampshire
🕛 12:15pm
🕐 1:00pm

Spaces currently available.

📧 hopehippotherapykids@gmail.com
📩 Message via Facebook

Supporting children with SEND to build strength, balance, confidence and connection through the magic of horses 🐴💛 🇬🇧

15/03/2026

✨ “Cherish the small joys, celebrate the big wins and embrace everything in between.” ✨

At H.O.P.E Hippotherapy, this is exactly what we see every week.
The first smile, improved balance, stronger posture, calmer bodies, growing confidence — each step matters 💛

Through the movement of the horse, children work towards their physical, sensory and emotional goals in a way that feels motivating, meaningful and fun.

🐴 Spaces currently available
📍 Dummer, Hampshire
🗓 Wednesdays (term time)
⏰ 12.15pm & 1.00pm sessions

📧 Contact: hopehippotherapykids@gmail.com
💬 Message me to chat about whether hippotherapy could support your child.

Every journey looks different — and every win is worth celebrating ✨
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13/03/2026

Hippotherapy? What is that? 🐴

It’s a therapy that uses the movement of a horse to help children improve balance, strength, coordination, and confidence. The horse’s rhythmic walk mimics human movement — making it a fun, effective way to support physical and emotional development.

✨ Spaces available Wednesdays in Dummer, Hampshire
⏰ 12:15pm or 1:00pm (term time only)

📩 Contact Helen at hopehippotherapykids@gmail.com
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11/03/2026

Ba****ck riding is a powerful part of H.O.P.E. Hippotherapy 🤎

The ba****ck saddle I use for back riding allows the child to feel the pony’s warmth, movement and rhythm directly through their body. This close contact gives clear, consistent sensory input and encourages natural postural responses.

🌿 Benefits for children with disabilities, especially those with poor head control:
• Encourages head and neck activation through gentle, repetitive movement
• Improves trunk strength and postural stability
• Promotes balance reactions and body awareness
• Provides deep sensory feedback that supports regulation and confidence
• Allows the therapist to fully support the child while the pony does the therapy

All sessions are individual, calm, and fully supported — always child-led and at the child’s pace 🐴

☀️ Spring availability
✨ Wednesdays – spaces available

📩 hopehippotherapykids@gmail.com
📱 Message via Facebook or Instagram to find out more about H.O.P.E. Hippotherapy

09/03/2026

Specialist tack makes all the difference in H.O.P.E. Hippotherapy sessions 🤎

Adaptive, supportive, and always child-led.

✨ Spaces available on Wednesdays at Dummer

📩 hopehippotherapykids@gmail.com
📱 Message via Facebook or Instagram to enquire 🇬🇧

08/03/2026

Specialist tack makes all the difference in H.O.P.E. Hippotherapy sessions 🤎

Our vaulting roller provides secure, sturdy handles for support, giving riders extra stability and confidence while allowing freedom of movement through the pelvis and trunk.

This allows us to work on posture, balance, core strength and symmetry — safely and effectively — all while your child enjoys the magic of being on a pony 🐴

Adaptive, supportive, and always child-led.

✨ Spaces available on Wednesdays at Dummer

📩 hopehippotherapykids@gmail.com
📱 Message via Facebook or Instagram to enquire

06/03/2026

At H.O.P.E. Hippotherapy, we know that new experiences can feel big and sometimes a little overwhelming 💛

That’s why we use social stories to help our children understand what will happen during their session. From arriving at the yard, meeting the pony, getting ready to ride, and saying goodbye – everything is explained in a clear, calm and reassuring way.

Social stories help to:
✨ Reduce anxiety
✨ Build confidence
✨ Support communication
✨ Encourage independence
✨ Create predictability and routine

For many of our SEND children, knowing what to expect makes all the difference. When a child feels safe and prepared, they can focus on enjoying the movement, connection and therapeutic benefits of the pony 🐴

If you’d like to know more about our sessions or see a copy of our social story, please get in touch.

Spaces available 💛 Wellington and Dummer Riding for the Disabled

06/03/2026

Calling all parents, carers, and relatives of disabled children 💛

Please help spread the word about the magic of Hippotherapy – one of the most amazing therapies there is!
Also known as equine-assisted therapy, hippotherapy uses the unique movement, warmth, and rhythm of the horse to support physical, emotional, and sensory development in a fun, engaging way.

✨ Gentle
✨ Evidence-based
✨ Child-led
✨ Outdoors and motivating

🌿 Spaces available on Wednesdays
📍 Dummer, Hampshire

If you know a family who might benefit, please share, tag, or pass this on.
Feel free to message me to find out more 🐴💚

05/03/2026

04/03/2026

🌿 Benefits of a Sheepskin Saddle in Hippotherapy

A sheepskin saddle isn’t just comfortable — it can make a real therapeutic difference during hippotherapy sessions. Key benefits include:

✅ Improved Comfort & Pressure Relief

Sheepskin naturally contours to the rider’s body, spreading pressure more evenly. This helps reduce discomfort, especially for clients who are sensitive or have low tolerance to sitting for extended periods.

✅ Enhanced Sensory Input

The soft, textured surface provides gentle sensory stimulation, which can help clients become more relaxed and focused during the session.

✅ Better Stability & Grip

Quality sheepskin can reduce unwanted slipping and movement in the saddle. This is especially useful for riders working on balance, core strength, and postural control.

✅ Temperature Regulation

Sheepskin wicks moisture and helps regulate temperature. Riders are less likely to become overheated or chilled — keeping them comfortable throughout the session.

✅ Skin Protection

The natural fibers reduce friction between the rider and the saddle, lowering the risk of rubbing or irritation—important for sensitive skin.

✅ Relaxation & Calming

Many riders find the soft, natural feel soothing, which can support engagement and a calm, focused therapy experience.

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📅 Available Summer Sessions — Hampshire

We currently have spaces available on Wednesdays at:
• 12:15 pm
• 1:00 pm

If you’d like to book a place or get more details, just let me know — I can help with that too! 🇬🇧

02/03/2026

Taffy has become a rather noisy eater since his recent dental work… lots of crunching and chomping going on! 😄 But it certainly doesn’t stop us loving him. How could you not love that face?

Dental health is so important for ponies, especially those working in Hippotherapy. Regular dental checks help ensure they can chew comfortably, maintain a healthy weight, and stay relaxed and pain-free in their work. A happy mouth means a happier pony — and that’s exactly what we want for our therapy team.

At H.O.P.E. Hippotherapy, pony wellbeing is always our priority.

🌿 Spaces currently available
📩 hopehippotherapykids@gmail.com
💬 Message the page to find out more 🇬🇧

01/03/2026

Robbie here isn’t one of our H.O.P.E. Hippotherapy ponies… but he still brings something pretty special 💛

Horses have a powerful electromagnetic field generated by their heart. In fact, research from the HeartMath Institute suggests the heart produces the largest electromagnetic field in the body – and in horses, that field is significantly larger than ours.

What does that mean?

✨ A calming effect on our nervous system
✨ Support with emotional regulation
✨ Reduced stress and anxiety
✨ A sense of grounding and connection

Simply standing next to a horse, stroking them, or breathing alongside them can help regulate heart rate and promote feelings of safety and wellbeing. Their steady rhythm encourages our bodies to slow down and synchronise.

Robbie may not be part of our Hippotherapy sessions, but he absolutely brings the magic in his own quiet way 🐴

Sometimes the greatest therapy is just being in the presence of a horse. 💚 🇬🇧