Changing Lives, One Stride at a Time!
Important Notice:
GaitWay will not be hosting its traditional Derby Day event in 2026. However, we are currently planning other events for the year and will share more details as soon as they are finalized.
To our valued Derby Day sponsors—your generosity and support are essential to our mission. We encourage you to continue your tradition of support by making your usual contribution through an online donation. Once our upcoming events are finalized, any donations made will be recognized in a manner similar to Derby Day.
Thank you for your continued support of our organization and the riders we serve. If you would like to speak to a member of our outreach staff, please contact us at 225-319-7344.
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Critical Thinking & Fine Motor Skills
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Psychological Wellbeing
Our “equine therapists” disguise therapy and exercise as adventure!
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GaitWay empowers children and adults with disabilities to move beyond their boundaries through the healing power of the horse. We are located just outside of Baton Rouge in beautiful St. Gabriel.
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GaitWay is a member center with the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.). PATH Intl. provides guidelines for precautions for participants with certain limitations as well as conditions that are contraindicated for mounted equine-assisted activities.
Scholarship Opportunities
Therapeutic horsemanship should be available to everyone! Scholarships are available thanks to our generous sponsors!
"No one can teach riding so well as a horse."
— C. S. Lewis