The Adaptive Riding Program at JSPH

05/29/2026

✨ New Student Openings Available! ✨

The Adaptive Riding Program, Inc. is currently accepting new students for our adaptive horseback riding and adaptive horsemanship program!

Our individualized lessons are designed to help riders build:
🌟 Confidence
🌟 Balance & Coordination
🌟 Strength & Core Stability
🌟 Communication Skills
🌟 Independence
🌟 Emotional Well-Being

We welcome children and adults with physical, cognitive, developmental, emotional, and sensory challenges. Every lesson is tailored to the unique goals and abilities of each participant in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment.

Private, individualized instruction
Step Up for Students PEP & Unique Abilities Approved Provider
Ages 4 through Adult

Interested in learning more?

Call or Text: 904-274-4200
Email: [email protected]

Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Schedule an evaluation today and discover the life-changing benefits of adaptive horsemanship!

Helping make adaptive horseback riding and adaptive horsemanship accessible to all.

05/25/2026

05/11/2026

💙🐴 Thank You, Middleburg! 🐴💙

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who came out to support The Adaptive Riding Program at Culver’s in Middleburg for our Share Night fundraiser!

Because of your support, we were not only able to raise enough funds to complete our much-needed adaptive mounting ramp, but we also had the opportunity to connect with so many wonderful members of our community.

Events like this remind us how blessed we are to live in such a caring and supportive area. We loved volunteering, sharing our mission, and meeting new families who are interested in learning more about our program and the impact of adaptive riding.

Our new ramp will help provide safer and more accessible access to horseback riding for individuals of all abilities, allowing even more participants to experience the physical, emotional, and therapeutic benefits of working with horses.

A special thank you to Culver’s of Middleburg for hosting us and giving local nonprofits the opportunity to make a difference.

Together, we are taking Another Step Forward. 💙

05/04/2026

Thank you Uniquely You Northeast Florida for highlighting the incredible athletes that participated in Special Olympics Equestrian this year at Area Games. A few ARP athletes made it in the article!

04/29/2026

Come eat dinner and support The Adaptive Riding Program at JSPH today from 4pm to 8pm at Culver's

04/14/2026

Our incredible board members are working together to build the new ramp.

04/05/2026

We are incredibly honored to see our athletes, horses, and team recognized for what has been an unforgettable 2026 season.

Clay County’s only Special Olympics equestrian team, proudly representing through The Adaptive Riding Program at J & S Performance Horses, brought home not just results but moments that matter. From Area Games to State Games, every ride reflected dedication, trust, and heart. 

Behind every medal is a story:
early mornings, long days, patient horses, committed coaches, volunteers, and athletes who show up ready to give their all every single time.

This program is about more than competition.
It’s about confidence built, barriers broken, and a community that believes in what’s possible.

We are beyond proud of our athletes, grateful for our horses, and thankful for every coach, volunteer, and family who makes this possible.

This is why we do what we do.

And we’re just getting started.

MIDDLEBURG — The Adaptive Riding Program at J & S Performance Horses proudly represented Clay County and the Northeast Region at the 2026 Special Olympics Equestrian Area and State Games, …

04/02/2026

Another Step Forward

We’re excited to announce the completion of our newest structure here at the farm.

Created with intention, this space will serve as a classroom, a gathering place for families and friends, additional space for our horses, and a quiet, inclusive setting for meaningful training moments.

Every detail was built to support growth, connection, and the experiences that make this program so special.

We can’t wait to watch this space become a place where confidence is built, barriers are broken, and lives are changed—one ride, one lesson, and one moment at a time.

Thank you to Jackson’s Exterior Solutions for building this new addition!

03/28/2026

We couldn’t be prouder of the horses we are so blessed to have in our program especially this weekend. They stepped into a big show environment filled with crowds, noise, and constant distractions, and handled it all like absolute professionals.

And to make it even more special, this was Amber and Roanie’s very first Special Olympics State Games. Beau has truly come into his own looking better than ever, both physically and mentally. The growth he has shown is incredible, and he handled the entire experience without stress this year.

But what meant the most to us wasn’t just how well they performed it was how they showed up for our students.

They were gentle, patient, and completely in tune. They stayed calm, kind, and steady in every moment. That kind of heart… you can’t train that into a horse.

Moments like this are a powerful reminder of why we do what we do. These horses are the why behind our program. They are the reason we are able to serve such an incredible community.

They didn’t just perform they showed trust, compassion, and unmatched character.

We are beyond thankful for these truly special horses. ❤️

❤ Amber ❤ Beau ❤ Roanie ❤

03/28/2026

Wow truly doesn’t even begin to cover it.

Our team athletes, horses, coaches, volunteers, and parents were nothing short of incredible. This Special Olympics State Show was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and every single person involved made it unforgettable.

From the tears at the end of the show, you could feel just how much heart, effort, and dedication went into every moment. These athletes give their all, our horses step up in ways that are truly special, and our team works tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure everything runs smoothly from schooling rides to ensuring happy, comfortable horses.

It takes a village to create something this meaningful, and we are beyond grateful for every single person who was part of it.

So thankful for this team, these moments, and the memories that will last forever. ❤️

2026 Special Olympics State Games
Talia and Roanie - Gold Medal 🥇 Champion BI Showmanship Class 1a
Talia and Roanie - Gold Medal 🥇 Champion BI English Equitation Class 12a1
Sebastian and Beau - Gold Medal 🥇 Champion Western Equitation Class 25D
Sebastian and Beau - Silver Medal 🥈 2nd Western Trail Class 14c
Nathaniel and Amber - Gold Medal 🥇 Champion Western Equitation Class 23A
Nathaniel and Amber - Gold Medal 🥇 Champion Western Trail Class 17