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Hestóvin Stables
Believing in the power of the horse to teach, inspire, and heal.
“Hestóvin" is Icelandic for "Horse Oasis"
Coming Up Next at Hestóvin Stables
Hearts and Hooves Luncheon
June 12 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pmWe invite you to join us for our Annual Table Host Luncheon at Hestóvin Stables TRC. This one-hour gathering is a meaningful opportunity to experience the heart behind our work, connect with others who care about our community, and learn how you can be part of the impact.
Additional Upcoming Events
June 12 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pmHearts and Hooves Luncheon
We invite you to join us for our Annual Table Host Luncheon at Hestóvin Stables TRC. This one-hour …
June 15 | 5:30 pm – 7:00 pmHorses In The Moment
Third Monday of each month. These workshops center around activities with the horses at liberty and …
June 20 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pmDonuts with Dads
Let’s celebrate dads, grandpas, and other special men in your life by having donuts and juice. The…
June 22 | 9:00 am – June 25 | 12:00 pmOn Ground Equine Camp
Open to the public (for children ages 6-12). Come and hang out with the horses for a week! For four …
Believing in the power of the horse to teach, inspire, and heal.
Our Services
Hestóvin Stables Therapeutic Riding Lessons cater to individuals who strive to overcome cognitive, emotional, mental, social, and physical challenges. Our therapeutic riding program combines individualized riding lessons and developing relationships with the equine to create a partnership that will help the rider to reach their goals.
Our On-Ground Lessons are led by CTRI or ESMHL certified personnel to ensure participants have a one-on-one experience with our equines.
Fun Facts About Icelandic Horses
They are small, stout, compact horses, but are not considered “ponies”. They have the strength to carry large adults due to unique bone density.
They come in many different colors and patterns. There are over 100 recognized color variations, each with its own Icelandic name.
They are very social and enjoy companionship. They have an inquisitive personality and are very friendly, adventurous, smart and quick to learn.
They have short, shiny coats in the summer, but in winter, they can grow up to four inches long, and all will grow a long beard.
Iceland has no natural predators of horses and as a result, Icelandic horses have learned to stop and think rather than to panic and flee.
They have been bred pure for more than 1,000 years due to Icelandic law prohibiting horses from being imported into the country.