Required Reading: Student Application Information

RIDE FOR JOY THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAM POLICY FOR DISCHARGE OF PARTICIPANTS

Ride for Joy reserves the right to discharge participants for a number of reasons, including, but not limited to:
  1. Development of a contraindicated condition or the deterioration of an existing condition to the point that therapeutic riding is no longer beneficial and/or could be harmful to the participant.
  2. Development of any behavior or condition that causes safety concerns for the rider, horse, staff and/or volunteers.
  3. Weight gain resulting in weight that is above the limit of 175 pounds.
  4. Consistent and frequent missed lessons without notifying Ride for Joy in advance.
  5. Some behavioral incidents (physical or verbal abuse, fire-starting behavior, alcohol or drug use on the premises) may result in automatic dismissal.
The designated Ride for Joy staff member will discuss the grounds for dismissal with the rider’s parent or guardian in private. A written reason for the dismissal will be placed in the participant’s Ride for Joy file. Parents or guardians who wish to appeal the dismissal may contact the Executive Director, who will review the dismissal in collaboration with the Board of Directors. The decision issued by the Executive Director and Board of Directors is final.

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