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Central Kentucky Riding for Hope

Central Kentucky Riding for Hope is a non-profit organization providing Equine-Assisted Activities. Ability…Not Disability is the CKRH way!

Central Kentucky Riding for Hope (CKRH) is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to improving the quality of life and health of children and adults with special physical, cognitive, emotional and social needs through therapeutic activities with horses. Equine assisted activities and therapies provide independence, achievement and community to the individuals that we serve.

04/01/2026

Wishing a big happy birthday to Pax. Today is his 15th birthday! We celebrated with a few and some extra loves.

03/26/2026

What an unforgettable weekend at the Paul Frazer Horse Show. Saturday saw beautiful weather for our competitors to be out at one of the first shows of the season. Every ride, every smile, and every moment in the arena reflected the heart of this community.

To our sponsors the Paul Frazer Horse Show has always been more than a competition — it’s a celebration of community, compassion, and the belief that horses can change lives. This weekend’s show was a shining example of that spirit, and it simply wouldn’t be possible without the generosity and partnership of our sponsors.

❤️Platinum Sponsors:
Denali Stud
Dever Golf Cars
Foxwood Equine Sports Medicine
Hagyard Equine Medical Institute
LubriSyn HA Family of Products
McCauley's Feeds

💛Gold Sponsors:
Dimples Horse Treats
Doc's Products - OCD Pellets for horses
Athlete Veterinary Services
Kentucky Performance Products

💙Silver Sponsors
Bluegrass Equine Surgery

Iron Tree Saddle Fitting
Ride Like You Ought
Rider’s Relief
Winners Circle Trailer Sales & Service
Peter Morresey, BVSc, MVM

🧡Bronze Sponsors:
The Tack Shop of Lexington
Elizabeth Leatherman

🏆Trophy Sponsors:
Jeannie Brewer ~ Andy Graetz Memorial Trophy

Nancy Herring & Vanessa Coleman ~ Ann Gascoyne Perpetual Trophy

Steve Watkins & Kathy Splinter-Watkins ~ Bryn Wilborn Watkins Memorial Trophy

Pat Kline ~ Carmen Rader-Bowles Trophy

KBC Horse Supplies ~ Irene Roeckel Memorial Trophy

JEQuine/Julia Quattrocchi ~ Mary Elizabeth Hanke Perpetual Trophy

Kari Simon in Honor of Lismore Knight ~ Combined Test Sponsor

Empire Saddlery ~ Class Sponsor

Amy Owens~ Class Sponsor

To our volunteers, who showed up with energy, kindness, and grit from sunrise to sunset, thank you for keeping this show running with so much heart.

To our staff, whose dedication behind the scenes ensures a safe, welcoming, and joyful experience for every participant, we’re grateful for all you do.

And to our competitors, thank you for bringing your passion, sportsmanship, and love for the horse. You make this show shine.

Together, you help carry forward the legacy of the Paul Frazer Horse Show and the mission it represents.

💙🐴 Here’s to another year of connection, community, and the healing power of the horse.

📸Courtesy of Leah Vasquez Photography and Haley Smith Photography

03/21/2026

It's Paul Frazer show day 2026! Dressage and show jumping are underway. Huge thank you to all our amazing sponsors who have supported this event

03/16/2026

From April 8 through May 27, CKRH is honored to offer our spring Veterans Unmounted Program, an eight‑week experience designed to support connection, communication, and community. The program is offered in a small group setting, with each session lasting 1.5 hours.

The program pairs veterans with our therapy horses for unmounted, hands‑on activities that build trust, awareness, and teamwork. No riding is involved — instead, participants work alongside their horse partners on the ground, exploring skills that translate far beyond the barn.

What the program focuses on:

💠Strengthening communication and confidence
💠Building meaningful connections
💠Developing mindfulness and emotional awareness
💠Working with horses in a calm, supportive environment
💠Creating space for veterans to learn, share, and grow together

Our horses offer a unique kind of partnership — steady, honest, and grounding. Combined with the camaraderie of fellow veterans, this program creates a powerful space for healing and connection.

Interested in becoming involved? Email clientrelations@ckrh.org for more information.

03/10/2026

Behind every confident rider and every healing moment in our arena....there's a whole team working quietly behind the scenes to make it possible. Part of this team is Trevor from Bluegrass Equine Podiatry who donates his time, skills, and supplies to trim and specialty shoe the horses in our herd who need it. This generosity means our horses stay sound, comfortable, and ready to do what they do best: create moments of confidence, connection, and possibility.

We're greatful for every partner who helps keep "horses healing people" - including the ones working quietly behind the scenes. Thanks Trevor and the whole Bluegrass Equine Podiatry team for your support.

03/03/2026

Get ready to “Giddy up & Get down” to the 80's this year at CKRH’s 23rd annual NIGHT OF THE STARS.

Enjoy a delicious meal, sip on a signature cocktail, bid on one-of-a-kind auction items, and be inspired by a riding demonstration featuring some of our remarkable participants. With an expected sold-out crowd of 500, this is the event of the season!

For ticket and sponsorship information, email: develop@ckrh.org

NIGHT OF THE STARS is the signature fundraising event for CKRH, ensuring we can continue providing Equine-Assisted Services to individuals facing physical, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional challenges. Thanks to the success of this event, CKRH has expanded beyond Therapeutic Riding to serve military veterans and active-duty service members navigating post-traumatic stress, high school students in need of an alternative learning environment, and women in custody building emotional regulation skills.

02/26/2026

Equine Assisted Services (EAS) offer purposeful, goal-oriented experiences that help participants build physical, cognitive, social, and emotional skills — all through hands-on interaction with horses. These activities may be mounted or unmounted, but they always center on connection, communication, and growth. At CKRH, EAS sessions are designed by certified instructors who tailor each activity to the rider’s strengths, needs, and personal goals.

EAS includes a wide range of activity styles such as Therapeutic Riding, Horsemanship & Unmounted Activities, Therapeutic Driving, Equine Vaulting, Miniature Horse Outreach, and programs designed for veterans and first responders. While CKRH doesn’t currently offer every type of EAS, each one plays an important role in the broader field.

At Central Kentucky Riding for Hope, our EAS programs include:

🐴Therapeutic Riding (TR) — mounted sessions that support strength, balance, communication, and independence

🐴Non-Mounted Therapeutic Horsemanship — grooming, leading, and ground skills that build confidence and teamwork

🐴 Minis & Me— structured for younger participants who haven't been in the saddle yet and are learning more about horses before riding, or those who prefer non-mounted activities

🐴 Minis on the Move— bringing the magic of minis to schools, senior centers, and community partners

🐴Veterans & First Responders Program — empowering participants through trust building and purposeful activity

EAS helps participants develop skills that carry far beyond the arena — into school, work, relationships, and daily life. At CKRH, we see these transformations every day. This is the heart of horses healing people.

If you’d like to learn more about our programs or get involved, we’d love to welcome you into our community.

02/19/2026

🌟 Don’t Forget to Register for the Paul Frazer Horse Show! 🌟

The Paul Frazer Horse Show, hosted by Central Kentucky Riding for Hope, is coming up on March 21st — and now is the perfect time to secure your spot. Whether you’re a returning competitor or joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to see you in the ring.

✨ Registration is open now through Blue Horse Entries
✨ Show date: Saturday, March 21st
✨ Variety of English and Western Dressage Classes or the combined test
✨ Support a mission that enriches lives through equine‑assisted services

Help us spread the word and make this year’s show unforgettable.

To view show details and register, visit: https://bluehorseentries.com/events/2026-paul-frazer-combined-test-dressage-show

02/14/2026

Happy Valentines Day! The whole herd got enjoy some yummy grams from our amazing followers. We loved getting to see all the cute messages sent to our horses, and yes we made sure they knew who their Valentine Treat Gram was from.

Shout out to Patti Bell & Crystal Williams who made sure no horse felt left out by buying a gram for each of our therapy horses. And to Leigh for making sure even Poppy & Beck our barn cats got a special treat. Check out our stories for more valentines day fun!
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02/10/2026

Love is in the air at CKRH! This year, you can celebrate Valentine’s Day by sending a Valentine Treat Gram to your favorite therapy horse. For a $5 donation, your chosen horse will receive a special treat and your personalized message. Want to spoil more than one? Grab a Herd Pack of 4 for $15.

Each gram comes with a sweet, horse‑approved treat and a photo of your mane squeeze enjoying the love. All proceeds support the care of our incredible therapy horses who give so much to our riders.
Share the love, brighten a horse’s day, and help support our herd this Valentine’s season. ❤️🐴

Who is your Valentine gonna be?

Donate through Venmo or on our website:www.ckrh.org

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02/09/2026

Send a little love to your favorite CKRH horse this Valentine’s season.

For a $5 donation, you can send a Valentine Treat Gram to the horse who makes your heart trot. Want to spread the love around the barn? Grab a Herd Pack of 4 for $15.

Each Valentine Gram includes:

🩷 A horse‑approved treat
🩷 Your personalized message
🩷 A photo of your chosen sweetheart enjoying their Valentine

Your support helps care for the incredible therapy horses who give so much to our riders.

Show your mane squeeze some love and help our herd feel the Valentine cheer.

Donate through Venmo or at our website www.ckrh.org

02/03/2026

Registration is now open for the Paul Frazer show! Make sure to get your registration in early so you don't miss out on a great time here at the Kentucky Horse Park supporting the amazing work that Central Kentucky Riding for Hope does for those in our community.

Register at: Blue Horse Entries
Direct link: https://tinyurl.com/paulfrazer2026

Address

4185 Walt Robertson Road
Lexington, KY
40511

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18592317066

Website

http://www.ckrh.org/

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