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Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding CenterMARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Announces Dates and Details for the 2011 Dinner Dance! Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center will be hosting its annual Benefit Auction Dinner & Dance on Friday, February 18, 2011, at International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington, FL. Photo Courtesy of the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center. Loxahatchee, FL – January 11, 2011 – Get out your planners and your cell phones to schedule yourself for a night you don’t want to miss in Wellington, FL. Friday, February 18, 2011 is Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center’s Benefit Auction Dinner & Dance, which will be held at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington, FL. The theme for this year’s gala is “My First Pony,” and it will again feature the hugely popular mechanical bull riding competition. “My First Pony” is this year’s theme, and will showcase riders from all levels and disciplines and their first ponies. These riders will include Mason Phelps, Tuny Page, and Tami Hoag along with riders from the VTRC whose first ponies are mounts owned by VTRC. After last year’s success with the Mechanical Bull riding competition, VTRC has stepped it up a notch this year to add another layer of excitement to the Annual Dinner Dance. This year, there will be three “Buck Off” events held at the Players Club on Thursday nights before the Dinner Dance. These dates are Thursday, January 27, 2011, Thursday February 3, 2011 and Thursday February 10, 2011. Each of these “Buck Off” Events will serve as the qualifying rounds for the Final “Buck Off” Event, which will be held on the night of the Dinner Dance. The final teams qualified will compete against the winners from last year’s competition, the “Bad Boy Vets” made up of Bill Patterson, Bryan Dubynsky, Johnny Jack, and Travis Laas. Lauren Hough Donates “Randy” to Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Randy is the newest addition to the incredible group of horses at Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center. Photo Courtesy of the VTRC. Loxahatchee, FL – October 21, 2010 – Recently, international grand prix rider Lauren Hough donated the mount Aspirant “Randy” to the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC). After suffering some health issues, Randy was unable hold up to the rigors of life as a show horse. Hough has always been a supporter of the work at VTRC and felt that Randy’s gentle nature would make him perfect for a new career helping those with disabilities. “I have always been a big fan of their program; I think they do a fantastic job there,” said Hough. “Randy has a super character and was not able to stay sound enough for the show ring so it seemed like a perfect match.” Randy is a 10-year-old Holsteiner gelding who has become the perfect horse for therapy. His gentle nature and “knowing” sense combined with his incredible movement that is therapeutic for many riders have made him very successful. While his manner outside of the ring is sometimes playful, he always knows how to be very careful with his riders. Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Continues Successful Horses for Heroes Program
 Maurette Hanson (right) is the Horses for Heroes Program Director at the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center, and her son, Nathan Hanson (left), served in Iraq. Photo Courtesy of the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center. Loxahatchee, FL – August 12, 2010 – In 2007, Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC) implemented the Horses for Heroes Program as a way to provide physical therapy to veterans who have served for the United States. Today, that program continues to make strides in the therapeutic riding world. Recently, Program Director Maurette Hanson facilitated a workshop at the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA) Region 5 Conference with Teresa Bennett Pasquale on how to implement an Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy program for survivors of trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The Horses and Heroes program uses a unique approach through the application of creative arts (horse painting), yoga, and natural horsemanship in a therapeutic way with a strong emphasis on horse/human relationship. Hanson, a NARHA certified riding instructor, and Pasquale, a licensed mental health therapist specializing in trauma and PTSD, instructed others on how to implement similar programs at their Centers. Janae Designs Continues Pepsi Refresh Project through June
 Janae Designs is continuing their bid to win the Pepsi Refresh Project through the month of June. Photo Courtesy of Janae Designs. Loxahatchee, FL – June 7, 2010 – Janae Designs is very pleased to announce that they have been selected to continue their bid to win the Pepsi Refresh Project through the month of June. Janae Designs creates physical therapy equipment and products to help improve the physical development and quality of life of those with special needs, including students at Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC). Ollie Jones IV is the founder of Janae Designs, and he hopes to use the grant from the Pepsi Refresh Project to provide 365 kids with therapy equipment in 365 days. Jones asks that everyone continue to vote for Janae Designs each day in the Pepsi Refresh Project by visiting http://www.refresheverything.com/janaedesigns. The most votes win, and with a Facebook account each person can vote twice per day. Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Victorious at Special Olympic State Equestrian Games
 Brandon Boterf and Freckles garnered a gold medal in the Western Stock Seat Equitation, as well as a silver medal in the Working Trails at the Special Olympic State Equestrian Games. Photo Courtesy of the VTRC. Loxahatchee, FL – May 27, 2010 – The Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC) recently returned from the Special Olympic State Equestrian Games, held May 21-22, where 16 of their top students had the opportunity to compete. This year’s competition was held at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, FL. VTRC took home five gold medals, nine silver medals, nine bronze medals, five fourth place ribbons, two fifth place ribbons and one sixth place ribbon. The team representing VTRC included 16 riders who participated in 19 events. The events included English and western equitation, trail ride competition, dressage, and pole bending. VTRC had numerous riders compete in the level ‘A’ classes that requires them to walk, trot, and canter unassisted. Pole Bending proved to be one of the most successful events for VTRC as all of the athletes maneuvered exceptionally well through the poles. Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Prepares for Special Olympic State Equestrian Games Thomas Mickel represented Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center aboard Belle in a Western Equitation class with the help of volunteer Jamie Miller during the Special Olympic Area Equestrian Games. Photo Courtesy of VTRC Loxahatchee, FL – May 18, 2010 – Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC) is currently preparing to participate in the Special Olympic State Equestrian Games, which will be held May 21-22, 2010, in Tampa, Florida. Sixteen riders qualified for the Games after competing at the Area level March 27, 2010, in Ft. Pierce, FL. During the Special Olympic State Equestrian Games riders will have the opportunity to compete in English and western equitation, trail ride competition, dressage, and pole bending. The riders representing VTRC range from needing full support with a leader and two sidewalks to independent riders who walk, trot, and canter on their own. They also have several riders competing in the training level dressage tests. The qualified riders have been working on dressage test, equitation skills, pole bending, and barrel racing to prepare for the exciting competition. In addition to the 12 students traveling to the Games, six horses and 17 volunteers will be in Tampa for the event to support VTRC. J & D Wood, Inc. Offers Support for Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center
 Executive Director Ruth Menor accepting the first of many checks to come from Mr. Tom Searns of J & D Wood. Photo Courtesy of the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center. Loxahatchee, FL – May 10, 2010 – J & D Wood, Inc., one of the countries leading producers of shavings, is currently partnering with Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC). The company has offered to donate a portion of their proceeds to VTRC from each bag of shavings sold within Florida. This partnership was started in October of 2009, and since then J & D Wood, Inc. has raised over $3,000 to support VTRC’s mission to turn disability into ability. “J & D Wood came up with this idea all on their own and have gotten the whole horse community involved in supporting VTRC,” said VTRC Founder and Executive Director Ruth Menor. J & D Wood, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that has been in operation for over 20 years. The company manufactures shavings directly from select pine trees and produces a medium size flake that is extremely thin and fluffy. They are well known for shavings that keep stalls soft, clean, and dry to help barn mangers maximize the use of each bag. VTRC’s “Polo Experience” Auction Item Proves Huge Success Tami Hoag, Jolie Borelle, June McMillan, Brandon Philips, Betsy Steiner and Anna Boelter enjoyed an exciting night of polo at El Sur. Photo Courtesy of Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center.
Loxahatchee, FL – April 7, 2010 – On Friday, April 2, 2010 polo fans had the opportunity to witness an exciting pre-game match at El Sur. Grand Prix Dressage rider & novelist Tami Hoag was the winning bidder for the one of a kind “Polo Experience” auction item at the recent Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Benefit Auction. The item offered the winning bidder and three friends the opportunity to participate in a lesson and compete alongside two of the top polo players in the world: Nacho Figueras and Brandon Philips. Both riders currently play together for John Goodman on the Wanderers Isla Carroll polo team. Hoag invited her dressage trainer Betsy Steiner, and friends Jolie Borelle and Johnny Robb to join her as teammates during the pre-game match, which lasted two chukkers. After the pre-game match, Hoag and her friends enjoyed an authentic Argentine Asado, and watched with a new perspective while the El Sur riders battled it out on the field during an arena polo match. Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Participates in Special Olympic Area Equestrian Games Thomas Mickel represented Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center aboard Belle in a Western Equitation class with the help of volunteer Jamie Miller during the Special Olympic Area Equestrian Games. Photo Courtesy of the VTRC.
Ft. Pierce, FL – March 29, 2010 – Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC) recently traveled to Ft. Piece, FL, to compete during the Special Olympic Area Equestrian Games. The event was held on Saturday, March 27, 2010, and featured 34 riders from VTRC showcasing their skills. During the Special Olympic Area Equestrian Games riders had the opportunity to compete in English and western equitation, trail ride competition, dressage and pole bending. The riders representing VTRC ranged from needing full support with a leader and two sidewalks to independent riders who walk, trot and canter on their own. VTRC traveled to the competition with 34 students, eight horses, and 25 volunteers. The large undertaking was well worth it for the exciting opportunity the riders got to experience. Great Charity Challenge Raises $25,000 for Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center The Great Charity Challenge raised $25,000 for Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center. Courtesy of Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center.
Loxahatchee, FL – March 24, 2010 – Supporters of the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC) showed up in droves to the Great Charity Challenge at the Winter Equestrian Festival. The exciting show jumping competition raised over $25,000 to support the Center’s mission to turn disability into ability. The event was held at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center on Saturday, March 20, 2010, and was preceded by a tailgate event for VTRC. Over 100 people cheered on the VTRC team during this year’s Great Charity Challenge. The team for VTRC featured Olympian Lauren Hough, junior rider Sara Ketcham, and amateur rider Tracey Weinberg, and was sponsored by Roger and Jennifer Smith. VTRC had the largest cheering section at the event, and volunteers made “Barn Palm Palms” out of green hay string and riding crops to show their support. The Great Charity Challenge donated $10,000 to all of the charities that participated in the event. At the end of the night Edward Kochetova donated $15,000 for the team that finished third to give to another charity. The team sponsored by Hunter Harrison placed third, and Harrison to donate the money to VTRC, bringing their grand total to $25,000. |
