About this Week-Long Program:
Free To Move and Play, owned by physical therapist Judy Karrenbrock, and Grace Reins Equine Therapy, founded and led by equine therapist Erin Cain, are excited to announce a unique collaboration that promises to transform the lives of families seeking intensive therapy care. This week-long event in the stunning setting of Telluride, CO, will combine the expertise of both professionals, offering participants a holistic approach to healing and growth. Families will experience an unparalleled blend of physical and equine therapy, creating memories and progress that will last a lifetime.
How will Physical Therapy & Equine Therapy Work Together?
Part 1 - Physical Therapy Session with Judy:
Each day, Judy will provide a one-hour physical therapy session mainly focused using DMI exercises (plus other treatment strategies) to develop gross motor skills. With Intermediate Level A certification in DMI and 23 years of experience in pediatrics and early intervention, Judy tailors exercises to fit each child’s unique height, weight, and functional level. Her expertise will ensure meaningful progress and prepare each child for the enriching equine experience that follows each PT session.
Part 2 - Equine-Assisted Therapy Session with Erin:
Adjacent to your Physical Therapy session, your child will then immerse in an hour of Individual Equine Therapy with Erin Cain, a CTRI-certified therapeutic riding instructor and Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning. In this unique experience, a horse serves as a non-judgmental partner, reflecting your child's emotions and facilitating personal insights. This session may incorporate tactile, sensory, and positioning elements—such as lying, sitting, or gentle riding—tailored to each child's participation level. This approach not only enhances emotional healing and self-awareness but also supports physical therapy goals related to postural control and movement patterns.
Meet Your Program Leaders:
Judy Karrenbrock & Erin Cain
Erin Cain | Equine Specialist
Erin Cain, an Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning with over 25 years of expertise, is a dedicated practitioner whose lifelong passion for horses underpins her transformative approach to therapy. Leveraging her extensive experience and certifications, Erin skillfully integrates equine interaction with therapeutic techniques, fostering deep, meaningful connections that facilitate personal growth and emotional healing. Her unique ability to harness the intuitive power of horses allows her to guide individuals through a journey of self-discovery and renewal, creating lasting impact in the field of mental health and learning.
Judy Karrenbrock | Pediatric Physical Therapist
Judy is a highly experienced pediatric physical therapist with over 23 years of expertise in pediatrics, specializing in customized intensive therapy sessions tailored to each child’s unique needs. Her primary therapeutic approach is Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI), in which she holds Intermediate Level A certification. Judy integrates DMI with other advanced treatment methodologies as necessary to optimize patient outcomes. For nearly two years, she has successfully conducted intensive therapy sessions in the Dallas-Fort Worth area through her private practice, delivering targeted interventions that promote functional improvements and developmental progress.
Your Child’s Application: A Week-Long Intensive Therapy Program in Telluride for Kids!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
*TOTAL COST: $2,000 ($1k Deposit Due January 6th!)- Applications open 11/1/2024
- Applications close on 12/10/2024* (extended!)
- Final 4 applications chosen & notified on 12/15/2024
Program FAQs | What To Know
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Payment | Cost
Upon notification of acceptance, the initial four applicants will be required to submit a $1,000 deposit via Venmo or Zelle within 48 hours to secure their spot. This deposit will become non-refundable after 10 days, unless a replacement participant is found within one week of cancellation. The remaining balance of $1,000, for a total program cost of $2,000 per child, is due 4 weeks prior to the start of the Intensive. Please note, living accommodations and travel expenses are not included in the program fee.
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Qualifications | Photo Release
Parents or guardians must consent to a photo and video release for all sessions. Acceptance into the program will be at the discretion of Judy and Erin, based on the child’s age, weight, height, diagnosis, and motor skill limitations to ensure the most appropriate and effective therapeutic experience.
Child must be between the ages of 4-8 to be considered as well as the understanding that the equine therapy groundwork will not be a Hippotherapy session, but may include lying, sitting, or gentle riding depending on the physical limitations of the child (and at Erin & Judy’s discretion to curate it to each child’s unique needs). -
Itinerary | Time Slots
Applications will require parents to indicate their child’s 1st and 2nd choice of time slots for the day. Preference for time selection will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.
*Note that Judy/Erin may consider opening up another week in July if there is a demand based on applicant pool / submission process. Stay tuned for those additional dates during the month of November 2024!