History
Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy was started in 1989 by Steve and Janet Henthorn of Omaha, Nebraska. The program started with one student, one horse and three volunteers. We have grown significantly over the last 20+ years, we now have 16 wonderful therapy horses, 15 PATH INTL certified instructors, and serving over 100 students per week. HETRA is a non-profit 501c3 organization, and is currently the only PATH Premier Accredited Therapeutic Riding center in Nebraska!
Specialties
Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy has been serving the community since 1989 with a MISSION to improve the quality of life both physically and emotionally of adults and children with disabilities through equine assisted activities. HETRA is a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International Premier Accredited Center. Staff include Occupational, Physical, and Mental Health Therapists, and PATH INTL Certified Instructors. Services offered Therapeutic Riding, Hippotherapy, Summer Camp, Carriage Driving and a Veteran's program.