A brief history of PPTRC

Originally called Acts 19:11 because of the “miracles” of therapeutic riding, PPTRC began in 1981 after several families requested horseback riding for their children with disabilities.  Since becoming incorporated in 1982, we have been providing equine-assisted therapy to riders facing physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral and learning challenges.  Some of these challenges include cerebral palsy, developmental delays, Autism, blindness, head injuries, Down syndrome, multiple sclerosis, and muscular dystrophy.

 In 1999, it was apparent that we were outgrowing our five acres on the edge of Colorado Springs.   After investigating numerous options ranging from partnerships with other agencies to limiting our offerings, we accepted the Pikes Peak Range Rider Foundation’s invitation to use approximately 30 acres of their Latigo Heritage Center in northeast El Paso County.  With the help of numerous volunteers and generous donors, renovations were made and we moved into our new facility March 2004.  

Our primary focus is still assisting people in El Paso County with disabilities.

 (Founders Tony & Gay O'Rourke)