The GallopNYC Horses
GallopNYC has served people with disabilities in New York City since 2005, thanks to our herd of remarkable horses. Like our riders, our horses come from many different backgrounds, including many competitive disciplines–hunters and jumpers, Western and breed sports, the polo field and the racetrack. Our horses are specially trained to offer therapeutic riding lessons and groundwork. Our instructors work to pair students with a horse that meets their specific needs and requirements.
It takes a special kind of horse to do this work—they must be sound, safe, healthy, and eager but most of all, they must have huge hearts. We depend on our horses to provide the programming we do, and they depend on us to offer them the best care.
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The Herd
Apollo
I am a 2012 bay American Quarter Horse with smooth, steady movement. My extensive training makes me ideal for teaching riders to post the trot, and I help riders learn advanced skills like leg yielding.
Champ
I am a liver chestnut Welsh pony gelding. I’ve spent most of my life teaching kids how to ride. I used to go to jumping shows and now I help teach therapeutic and hippotherapy riders. One of my coolest tricks is doing a flying lead change at the canter when I’m excited.
Aspen
Hi, I’m Aspen! I am a 12-year-old bay Haflinger cross mare and a former driving horse from Connecticut. Fun fact: I once pulled a carriage with Santa in a Christmas parade!
Charlie
I am a flaxen chestnut Haflinger gelding that used to do pony parties! Now I help teach therapeutic and hippotherapy riders. On a hot day, I’ll probably start to lick you!
I am a 7-year-old chestnut Quarter Horse gelding. I quickly proved myself as a trustworthy and kind member of the herd. Calm and steady, I approach every new experience with ease and bring a quiet confidence to my riders. My gentle nature helps students feel secure as they learn.
Bran
Clover
I am a dark bay Quarter Horse mare from Minnesota! I used to work on a ranch, checking fences and cattle before making the trip to NYC.
Eli
I am a palomino Rocky Mountain gelding. I’m named after a famous football player (Hint: my best friend is Peyton). I have a fifth gait special to my breed, called the pace! I have a repertoire of tricks up my sleeve - I love to show off my park-out trick!
Paloma
I am is a 7-year-old palomino Quarter Horse mare, just over 14 hands. I love people, a good neck stretch, and I’m a favorite with newer riders.
Luxe
Lux joined us from Long Island where he competed for years as a jumping horse before his owner decided he needed a less rigorous job. Easy-going, calm, and dependable, he's the perfect size for our larger riders.
Peyton
I am a flaxen liver chestnut Rocky Mountain gelding named after a famous football player (hint: my best friend is Eli). I was a trail horse for many years, but I’ve quickly learned the ropes of being a sweet and patient therapeutic horse!
My name is Minsk, and I live at GallopNYC’s Sunrise Stables location. I was donated to GallopNYC in 2021 after competing in Polo. I have always been sweet and patient with people, which makes me great at my job. Both my human and horse friends love me. I like to meet new people and trot in the outdoor paddocks.
Minsk
Raven
I’m Raven, a six-year-old grey stock-type horse who recently made the journey from a barn in Connecticut to my new home. With my smooth, flowing gaits, I’m a steady partner for students learning to trot and canter. I can already tell I’ll enjoy helping riders gain confidence and have fun!
Sadie
I’m Sadie! I’m a Quarter Horse with a very calm and chill personality so people feel really comfortable around me. I love to do groundwork in the arena with people because I’m very responsive to your body language. I am used for therapeutic, recreational and hippotherapy lessons. I can do it all!
Sienna
My registered name is Betcha She’s Got It, and I even spent my previous life competing in a handful of Western shows. With kind eyes and a sweet personality, I love connecting with people.
Teddy
Hi, I’m Teddy! I am a 7-year-old chestnut pony gelding, about 12 hands, with a big personality in a little body. My curious nature and small size make me a great fit for our younger Pony Club riders.
Willow
I am a buckskin Quarter Horse mare from Long Island! I love to teach riders how to be confident walking and trotting independently.