Founded in 1999 by pediatric occupational therapist Lisa Kafka, Exceptional Equestrians has its roots in pediatric therapy.
Today we provide hippotherapy, adaptive riding and equine-experiential learning programs that promote physical health and development, communication, community integration, self-esteem, and achievement of functional skills.
With over 25 years of experience, Exceptional Equestrians offers:
- A variety of progressive equine assisted therapies, which allows us to accommodate riders of varying abilities
- Collaboration with a pediatric therapy clinic on campus
- Gait and posture analysis as an objective measure of progress
- A safe and prepared environment
- Horses that are selected and trained for the task
One of the most comprehensive programs in the Midwest, we are the only center north of Milwaukee that meets these standards:
- PATH center member
- A hippotherapy clinical specialist with AHA and PATH certification oversees all programs, to
– assess each rider
– establish treatment plan, and monitor progress
– choose the appropriate horse and equipment - A professional equine specialist with a degree in equine science selects, trains, and conditions all of our therapy horses
Our Mission:
To better the lives of people of all abilities through the healing power of horses.​
Our Vision:
Always building community connections to broaden our reach. Steadfast in our commitment to providing quality, affordable service to people of all abilities in Northeast Wisconsin in a family-oriented, natural environment.
Our Values:
- Quality
- Holding the highest standards in therapeutic horsemanship to nurture strength, hope, and independence
- Diversity
- Embracing each individual’s unique skills, abilities, and gifts
- Community
- Promoting inclusion through our commitment to affordable services
- Fostering collaboration for efficient use of resources