Join us for a mindful trail ride narrated by physical therapist Matt Mitchell. Mindfulness is a form of relaxation practice that has been shown to reduce stress, calm anxiety, and help individuals be more present in their lives. Try to set aside six minutes each...
Shea Center Summer Horse Camp is an integrated, five-day introduction to horsemanship for kids with and without special needs. Campers learn riding and ground activities such as leading and grooming from equestrian professionals who work with kids every day....
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor Jennifer Hawke was first introduced to the world of equine assisted services at the age of 13. She became enthralled by the impact riding could have on people’s lives and empower them in ways they...
Shari Masline is The Shea Center's adaptive riding development manager, an ACSM certified personal trainer, and a PATH Int’l. CTRI (certified therapeutic riding instructor). In her role as adaptive riding development manager, she is responsible for leading the...
Thank you to everyone who voted for us in The Capistrano Dispatch Best of San Juan Capistrano People's Choice Horseshoe Awards. We won the Gold Award in five categories! Best Nonprofit Best Riding Lesson Best Horse Training Best Summer Camp Best Annual Event - for the...
During the winter a horse’s natural coat helps protect it from the elements and keep it warm throughout the cold and wet winter months. This is great for horses that live outdoors with little or no exercise, but for most horses, such as our therapy program horses,...
Proper saddle fitting is an important part of our herd's health regimen at The Shea Center. A saddle can either encourage comfortable movement and clear communication between rider and horse, or it can result in discomfort and behavioral problems. To maximize our...
Diamond is The Shea Center’s facility dog. She is a Labrador Retriever born on July 12, 2018. Carefully bred and expertly trained by Canine Companions for Independence, facility dogs work with a partner who also receives training from Canine Companions. The dog...
Please join us for these 2022 Shea Center events! Learn more about each of these events at SheaCenter.org/events Note: The Shea Center will continue to follow health guidelines and make event adjustments as necessary.
The Shea Center provides life-changing equine assisted services to treat adults and kids with varying degrees of physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities. We remain steadfast in our mission to serve all persons with disabilities, including military veterans -...