HELPING YOU LIVE LIFE
ABOUT US
"CLOSE YOUR EYES, CLEAR YOUR HEART, LET IT GO!"
We are a unique therapeutic riding center in Northwestern Wisconsin with accredited instructors from the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, International (PATH Intl.). Our instructors are not only licensed and certified by PATH Int’l., but have additional certifications in related disciplines such as recreational therapy, occupational therapy, emergency medical services, and secondary education, ensuring high quality professionally trained instruction.
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Rock Ridge Retreat is a 501(c)3 organization, founded in the state of Wisconsin by David Graham and Cindy Selle ensuring that all societies and their families are provided with the tools necessary to overcome challenges that are faced. Our most solemn obligation is to ensure that our clientele and their families receive support to nurture hope, create a safe haven, and cohesive environment to feel at home and welcome through multiple challenges.
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Rock Ridge Retreat consists of 57 acres, an indoor lighted arena, and an outdoor arena. Ten acres is devoted to farmland to support operational requirements and 20 acres of extended riding trails. The property is enclosed with 2,800 feet of fence to provide smaller turnout pastures for the horses. The property is a prime location within 65 miles of the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport.
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Our clientele will be inclusive of all societies and their families who seek a quality, well-run equestrian facility to provide innovative programs that meet the needs of a diverse participant base.
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OUR MISSION
The mission of Rock Ridge Retreat is to devote unselfish service to promote therapeutic healing of the mind, body, and soul to maintain a sense of hope that not only can a person who has experienced distress survive but they can also experience positive life changes as a result.
WHAT WE DO
Promising evidence has shown that equine-assisted intervention outcomes include:
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Decreased anxiety and improved social functioning
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Increased trust, patience, gratitude, respect
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Improved ability to set boundaries during social interactions
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Endorse positive appraisal of self and others
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Decreased sense of isolation and increased engagement in activities
OUR COMMUNITY
Rock Ridge Retreat is committed to improve learning, promoting civic engagement, and strengthening our local communities by addressing needs and offering assistance through our services.