Horses in Argentina (Equine therapy)

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Participate in volunteering with children and horses and help in the rehabilitation of patients.
What is it about?
Participate in our Equine Therapy Volunteer Program in Argentina and learn about this unique therapeutic practice. It’s an amazing option if you enjoy working with people and horses. You will help during riding lessons for adults and children with different physical and mental conditions. Equine therapy has been shown to have a positive impact on patients. Not only does it improve their mobility, confidence, and self-esteem, but they also have fun while doing it. Your role will be to support the patients, interact with them and make sure they feel safe in their classes.
This project is for everyone who has a passion for helping others. It is also perfect if you plan to study a career related to psychology or occupational therapy. The owner of the centre will be your supervisor during the program. She has taught classes for over 20 years. She will teach you everything you need to know about interacting with patients and working with horses. To join you do not need experience, but it is preferable that you know how to ride. This means that you will be able to participate in the therapy sessions with the horses. Otherwise, you will have a less active role.

Start Dates:

Flexible

Minimum Duration:

2 week
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Your tasks:

– Work with riders and horses in equine therapy sessions
– take care of the horses
– Learn more about the theory of this therapy

Where in Argentina will I work?

You will work in an equine therapy centre located 40 minutes from Córdoba city. The centre serves children and adults with various physical and mental conditions. Your project will be carried out in the city of Córdoba, the second-largest city in Argentina. This young and dynamic city is one of the friendliest in the country.

Arrival airport

If you are going to work on this project, you should arrive at Cordoba International Airport (COR) where a member of our staff will be waiting to receive you.

Food and accommodation

You will stay with a host family in Córdoba. They will welcome you into their home and will be happy to share their customs and learn about your culture. We believe that this is the best way to immerse yourself in the Argentine lifestyle and have a truly unique experience. Your room will be simple, but comfortable, clean and safe. The cost of the program includes three meals a day.

Leisure

Argentina is a vibrant South American country full of colours and cultural heritage. As well as contributing to worthwhile projects, travelling to Argentina with us means you’ll be able to explore this fascinating country. Spend the afternoon enjoying a coffee in Plaza San Martín, with its street artists and its iconic statue of General José de San Martín. You can take a weekend trip to the mountains. The surrounding nature is impressive and a horseback ride through the nature trails is also worthwhile. There are cultural experiences, such as the Evita Superior Museum of Fine Arts or the Teatro del Libertador General San Martín. You can also learn about the country’s history at local museums and visit the birthplace of Che Guevara. There are probably other volunteers in Argentina, so you can explore on your own or with a group of volunteers from different projects.

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