FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 5, 2025
Naples Therapeutic Riding Center Earns Perfect Score in PATH Intl. Premier Center Reaccreditation
Naples, FL — Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (NTRC) is proud to announce it has once again earned the prestigious designation of Premier Accredited Center from the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.), receiving a perfect score in every category evaluated during the reaccreditation process.
This outstanding result reflects NTRC’s unwavering commitment to excellence in safety, equine care, facilities, programming, and professional standards. As the only PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center in Collier County, NTRC is honored to continue leading the way in therapeutic horsemanship.
The PATH Intl. Premier Accreditation is the highest level of certification available in the equine-assisted services (EAS) industry. Centers that achieve this designation must demonstrate full compliance with nearly 200 rigorous standards covering topics such as horse management, participant safety, equipment, quality of instruction, facility operations, volunteerism, and administrative practices. Accreditation is renewed every five years through an extensive on-site evaluation conducted by trained PATH Intl. professionals.
“By reattaining its PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center status, Naples Therapeutic Riding Center has demonstrated a commitment to the highest standards when introducing individuals with special needs to a variety of equine-assisted services,” said Kathy Alm, Chief Executive Officer of PATH Intl.
“PATH Intl. Accreditation is a respected benchmark in the EAS industry. It demonstrates leadership and a commitment to safety and to the highest professional standards.”
This achievement reaffirms NTRC’s mission to improve lives through therapeutic riding and equine-facilitated programs. With more than two decades of service in Southwest Florida, NTRC continues to serve children and adults with physical, social, and mental health needs—one stride at a time.
About Naples Therapeutic Riding Center
Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (NTRC) is a PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center dedicated to improving lives through equine-assisted services. Serving nearly 900 individuals annually, NTRC relies on over 15,000 volunteer hours and the generous support of organizations like the Naples Children & Education Foundation, founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival. Recognized as a 4-star charity by Charity Navigator, NTRC is one of Florida’s most highly regarded therapeutic equine centers. To learn more, visit www.ntrc.org.
Media Contact:
Christian Vanorsdale
Social Media & Marketing Manager
Naples Therapeutic Riding Center
(239) 596-2988
cvanorsdale@ntrc.org
