Hope Springs Equestrian Therapy Inc.

Hope Springs Equestrian Therapy Inc. A non-profit, therapeutic horseback riding program operating in Chester Springs, PA since 1997.

Hope Springs is a premier provider of professional horse assisted therapy that continually strives to reach and serve a larger number of disabled individuals while maintaining our community-based intimate environment. Our well-trained staff of instructors and volunteers are attuned to the unique needs of our riders, which include children and adults with a myriad of disabilities and youth-at-risk.

Sometimes progress looks big and exciting. Other times, it looks like simply showing up, taking a deep breath, and tryin...
01/13/2026

Sometimes progress looks big and exciting. Other times, it looks like simply showing up, taking a deep breath, and trying again.

At Hope Springs, we meet every rider exactly where they are. We celebrate effort, patience, and the small moments that build confidence over time. Whether it’s a first ride, a quiet connection with a horse, or getting through a tough day, every step forward matters here.

We are incredibly proud of our students for showing up and giving their best, and just as proud of our instructors and volunteers who make this environment so supportive and welcoming. This is a place where kids feel safe, encouraged, and successful just for being themselves. Because growth doesn’t always happen all at once, and some days, showing up truly is the biggest win.

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Fly Eagles Fly!
01/11/2026

Fly Eagles Fly!

The start of a new year is always a time to slow down, reflect, and look ahead ✨As we welcome this new chapter, we’re gr...
01/01/2026

The start of a new year is always a time to slow down, reflect, and look ahead ✨
As we welcome this new chapter, we’re grateful for the horses who teach us patience, presence, and joy every single day. Their personalities, progress, and quiet moments of connection are what make this place so special.

To kick off the year, we’re sharing some of our horses’ New Year’s resolutions, a lighthearted way to celebrate who they are and the happiness they bring to our community. Here’s to another year of growth, connection, and plenty of treats 🐴💙

When I sat down with Melissa and asked her to describe Hope Springs in one word, her answer was simple: valuable.She tal...
12/29/2025

When I sat down with Melissa and asked her to describe Hope Springs in one word, her answer was simple: valuable.

She talked about how much Hope Springs means to her family, not just as a place to ride, but as a space where her son, Joshua, feels supported, confident, and proud of himself. The time spent here goes beyond the arena. It carries into everyday life, building independence, trust, and joy, which demonstrate that it impacts the entire family.

Conversations like this are a reminder of why Hope Springs exists. The progress may look different for every rider, but the impact is always meaningful. We’re grateful to be part of Joshua’s journey and to serve families who trust us with something so important.

Merry Christmas to all horses and humans who celebrate! Wishing everyone a safe and happy day!                          ...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to all horses and humans who celebrate! Wishing everyone a safe and happy day!

Hope Springs is more than a therapeutic riding center. It is a place where people learn from one another, discover new s...
12/10/2025

Hope Springs is more than a therapeutic riding center. It is a place where people learn from one another, discover new strengths, and build relationships that last well beyond the barn. The stories shared in this post show how much our riders and volunteers grow through patience, understanding, and connection. Their words are a reminder of why the work we do truly matters and how powerful this community can be.

12/05/2025

It’s one thing to see our riders thriving in the arena… it’s another to hear what it means to their families. 🥹💛

Thank you, Patrick Sweeney, for sharing Cain’s story and the difference Hope Springs has made. We’re so grateful for this community.

Give a gift that gives twice this season. 🎁🐴From December 2–9, shop Stags Head Retreat and 10% of your purchase will sup...
12/04/2025

Give a gift that gives twice this season. 🎁🐴
From December 2–9, shop Stags Head Retreat and 10% of your purchase will support Hope Springs Equestrian Therapy’s riders and horses.
Browse unique gifts & home decor: https://www.stagsheadretreat.com

It’s  !Your gift helps provide safe therapeutic riding lessons and a barn community that celebrates every rider’s wins—b...
12/02/2025

It’s !
Your gift helps provide safe therapeutic riding lessons and a barn community that celebrates every rider’s wins—big and small.

Support Hope Springs today ➜ https://hope-springs.org/giving-tuesday/

Your donation helps cover the $500/month it takes to care for each therapy horse and provides scholarships so every chil...
11/26/2025

Your donation helps cover the $500/month it takes to care for each therapy horse and provides scholarships so every child who needs Hope Springs can be here.
Give today and change a life: https://hope-springs.org/giving-tuesday/

✨ It’s almost Giving Tuesday! ✨Every smile in this photo is possible because of people like you. 🐴💙 On December 2, you c...
11/19/2025

✨ It’s almost Giving Tuesday! ✨

Every smile in this photo is possible because of people like you. 🐴💙 On December 2, you can help riders of all ages and abilities experience confidence, joy, and healing in the saddle.

👉 Mark your calendar, share this post with a friend, and get ready to make a difference for our riders and our horses on Giving Tuesday: https://hope-springs.org/giving-tuesday/

Your support makes healing possible. 🐎💙This  , help Hope Springs continue offering life-changing equine therapy and scho...
11/10/2025

Your support makes healing possible. 🐎💙

This , help Hope Springs continue offering life-changing equine therapy and scholarships for families in need.

Give now ➡️ https://hope-springs.org/giving-tuesday/

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2434 Malehorn Road
Chester Springs, PA
19425

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