Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding Employee Directory
Recreational FacilitiesTennessee, United States11-50 Employees
Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding (STAR) is a nonprofit organization based in Lenoir City, Tennessee, that provides therapeutic riding and related horse-centered activities for people with disabilities or other special challenges. Founded in 1987, STAR offers four primary programs and runs with the support of a large volunteer network and a small to mid-sized stable of horses, delivering services to individuals from 11 counties in East Tennessee, ages 4 through 60+. The organization emphasizes PATH Intl.-certified instruction and operates as a premier accredited therapeutic riding program, aiming to foster personal achievement through equine-assisted experiences. STAR’s activities address a range of disabilities and conditions, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and various developmental, motor, and cognitive disorders. A recent development noted in the provided information is a partnership with C3et, established in 2022 as part of supporting events involving STAR.