Our Story

Two decades of believing in what's possible.

NDR Therapeutic Riding began in 2010 with 3 quiet horses named Mojo, Frosty and King, a borrowed arena, and 14 riders from Peppermint Ridge, a large residential facility in Corona, Ca. asked the owners of No Drama Ranch, Joe & Donna Hyde, to develop a therapeutic adaptive riding program for them. Today we serve more than 200 families a year across Southern California. But our mission hasn't changed.

A rider and a horse saying hello, nose to nose

Why equine-assisted therapy works.

The rhythm of a walking horse mirrors the human gait, gently strengthening core muscles and improving balance. The relationship — built on trust, body language, and presence — invites emotional growth in ways traditional therapy can't always reach.

  • Improved motor control, posture, and balance
  • Increased confidence and self-esteem
  • Better focus, communication, and social skills
  • Reduced anxiety and emotional regulation

Meet our team.

Our staff includes PATH Intl. therapeutic riding instructors, an operations manager, and a herd of 8 gentle, specially trained horses — each chosen for their patience and quiet intuition.

PATH Intl.

Certified instructors

8

Therapy horses

501(c)(3)

Nonprofit

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Hi there! Welcome to NDR Therapeutic Riding. How can we help you today?

Chat support coming soon. For now, reach us at office@ndrtherapeuticriding.org or call (951) 734-9056.