Our Mission Statement
To help children living with disabilities thrive through the use of horses for connection, balance, physical improvement, and social and emotional growth.
About Prairie Strides
Prairie Strides Inc. has been helping children with disabilities thrive since 1977 through adaptive horse-riding programs that foster confidence, connection, and physical development. Our structured Spring and Fall sessions are complemented by an inclusive, flexible Summer Program that encourages physical activity, social connection, and continued development both at and beyond the barn.
We serve children ages 5 to 15 who live with a wide range of disabilities, including cerebral palsy, autism, visual impairments, and other developmental challenges. At the heart of Prairie Strides is the powerful relationship between rider and horse, a connection that creates a unique environment where children can build balance, strength, coordination, and self-confidence, while also developing social and emotional skills in a supportive, encouraging setting.
Our Spring and Fall adaptive horse-riding programs are delivered at West Wind Stables and run over 10 weeks, with twice-weekly classes. Each class is carefully planned and led by trained instructors, and supported by dedicated volunteers who ensure every rider receives individualized attention and care.
The impact of Prairie Strides reaches far beyond the barn. Families regularly share how participation leads to noticeable improvements in their child’s confidence, communication, and physical abilities, with positive effects carrying into school, home, and daily life.
We believe every child deserves opportunities to grow, build confidence, and feel a sense of belonging. At Prairie Strides, adaptive horse-riding is more than an activity, it is a meaningful pathway to inclusion, independence, and joy. With the support of our community, we continue to make strides, one ride at a time.
Help Us Make a Difference
As a registered charitable organization, Prairie Strides operates solely through the generosity of the community, without any government assistance. Our continued success and ability to impact lives deeply rely on the support we receive from fundraising efforts and donations. This support is critical, allowing us to invest wholeheartedly in every aspect of our work. It enables us to maintain the highest standards of programming and to create a warm, compassionate community where children can thrive.
Help Us Build Strength, Confidence, and Smiles!
CONTACT US
53086 Road 4E • Oak Bluff, MB • R0G 1N0
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MAILING ADDRESS:
Box 402 • Oak Bluff, MB • R0G 1N0
CALL OR TEXT: 204.995.7932
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Donations of any size help support everything that makes our adaptive horse-riding programs possible and allow Prairie Strides to continue what we do best, creating meaningful moments for riders and families.
We acknowledge the rights, interests, priorities, and concerns of all Indigenous Peoples and we express our gratitude to be living and working on this land.
The Prairie Strides, Inc., office and program venue is located on Treaty 1 territory, the traditional lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene Peoples, and the homeland of the Métis Nation.