TROtt - Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton

What TROtt - Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton does

TROtt — Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton — is a registered Canadian charity founded in 1974 and based at 6362 Bank St. Unit 1, Greely, Ontario. The organization delivers equine-assisted therapy programs to individuals with physical, developmental, and cognitive disabilities in the Ottawa-Carleton region, structured around three core offerings: Adaptive Riding (therapeutic mounted riding including para-dressage and Special Olympics tracks), Ground-Based Programming (unmounted horse-assisted life-skills work for individuals or groups), and seasonal Camp programs. Programs are delivered in person at the Greely facility using a curated herd of therapy horses selected for temperament, gait, and size, with adaptive equipment such as mounting ramps to accommodate mobility limitations.

The operating model is built on CanTRA (Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association) Accreditation, awarded in February 2010, which makes TROtt the only accredited therapeutic riding centre in the Ottawa area. CanTRA is recognized as Canada's sole governing body for therapeutic riding and is a member of Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI). All instructors and facilitators hold dual CanTRA and Equestrian Canada certifications, and TROtt hosts trainings, certifications, clinics, and workshops at its site, reinforcing its role as a regional centre of excellence. The organization also maintains an Accessibility Policy and multi-year Accessibility Plan under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), with website conformance to WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

TROtt operates as a nonprofit community service provider with approximately 10 employees, relying on a hybrid revenue model of program fees (mounted riding lessons, ground-based sessions, and camps) and charitable donations qualifying for tax receipts at $20 or more. Go-to-market is community-led, with a Wix-hosted website serving as the primary digital presence, supplemented by department-specific email addresses and word-of-mouth referrals from families and healthcare providers. All programs require on-site attendance, and operational continuity depends on a recurring weekly volunteer base supporting riders, horses, and facility maintenance.

Name

TROtt - Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton

Legal name

Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton

Website

https://ottawatherapeuticriding.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

TROtt is a registered Canadian charity operating the only CanTRA-accredited therapeutic riding facility in Ottawa-Carleton, delivering adaptive riding, ground-based equine programs, and seasonal camps to individuals with disabilities in the Greely, Ontario area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Greely

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Therapeutic Riding Program Fees: Revenue generated from participant fees for therapeutic riding lessons, adaptive riding programs, and specialized programs such as para-dressage and Special Olympics programs. Programs are tailored to individual riders with varying session structures from single sessions to ongoing lessons.
2. Ground-Based Programming Fees: Fees for unmounted equine-assisted programs focused on life skills development. These programs range from single sessions to multiple sessions based on participant goals.
3. Camp Programs: Revenue from therapeutic riding camps offered during summer and other break periods for individuals with disabilities.
4. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a registered charity, TROtt accepts donations which qualify for charitable tax receipts for donations of $20 or more. Donations are a critical revenue stream supporting program delivery.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

TROtt is a registered Canadian charity that provides accredited therapeutic horseback riding and other equine-assisted programs for persons with physical, mental, or developmental disabilities. Core offerings include Adaptive Riding (therapeutic mounted riding, para-dressage, and Special Olympics programs), Ground-Based Programming (unmounted horse-assisted life-skills activities), and seasonal Camp programs, all delivered in person by CanTRA and Equestrian Canada certified instructors at the only CanTRA-accredited facility in the Ottawa-Carleton region.

Product overview

TROtt is a therapeutic riding organization offering equine-assisted programs as a single, unified service model. The core offerings include Adaptive Riding (therapeutic mounted riding including para-dressage and Special Olympics programs), Ground-Based Programming (unmounted horse-assisted activities for life skills development), and Camp programs. All programs are delivered by CanTRA and Equestrian Canada certified instructors at the only CanTRA-accredited facility in the Ottawa area.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Adaptive Riding Therapeutic mounted riding programs guided by certified instructors, designed for individuals with physical, mental, or developmental disabilities. Includes therapeutic riding, para-dressage, and Special Olympics programs, aiming to enhance strength, balance, confidence, and motor skills.
• Ground-Based Programming Unmounted equine-assisted programs for individuals or groups with disabilities or injuries pursuing personal well-being goals. Uses horses to develop life skills, tailored to one-on-one or group activities, ranging from single sessions to multiple sessions based on participants' goals.
• Camp Summer camp programs offering therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities for children and youth with disabilities.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association (CanTRA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2010CanTRA is the governing body for therapeutic riding in Canada and a member of Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI). TROtt was awarded Accreditation Status by CanTRA in February 2010 and continues to be the only accredited therapeutic riding centre in the Ottawa area. TROtt supports Canadian standardization of therapeutic riding instruction and arranges trainings, certifications, clinics, and workshops at its facility.
• Equestrian CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEquestrian Canada certification is held by TROtt's instructors and facilitators alongside CanTRA certification. This dual certification ensures high-quality standardized instruction.
• Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHETI is the international governing body for equine-assisted therapies. CanTRA is a member of HETI, creating an indirect affiliation that positions TROtt within the international standards framework for therapeutic riding.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Arrows Therapeutic Riding Association: Ontario-based therapeutic riding centre offering CanTRA-aligned adaptive riding and equine-assisted programs to individuals with disabilities. Directly comparable to TROtt in mission, modality, and accreditation framework, though operating in a different region of Ontario.
• Sunrise Therapeutic Riding & Learning Centre: CanTRA-accredited therapeutic riding centre in Puslinch, Ontario delivering adaptive riding, equine-assisted therapy, and life-skills programs for children and adults with disabilities. Closely comparable in service model, target population, and accreditation profile.
• HorseSense Therapeutic Riding: Therapeutic riding organization in southwestern Ontario offering adaptive riding programs with certified instructors. Comparable as a regional Ontario therapeutic riding nonprofit with similar CanTRA-aligned programming.
• Kawartha Therapeutic Riding Association: Ontario-based charitable therapeutic riding centre serving persons with disabilities through CanTRA-certified instruction. Comparable nonprofit structure, program mix, and reliance on volunteer and donation support.

Others

• Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association (CanTRA): National governing body for therapeutic riding in Canada and a member of HETI. Not a direct competitor but the umbrella accreditor and standards setter whose accreditation framework defines TROtt's competitive positioning.
• PATH International: U.S.-based professional association for equine-assisted services and therapeutic horsemanship. Functionally parallel to CanTRA/HETI; relevant peer as the dominant North American umbrella organization for therapeutic riding centres comparable to TROtt.
• Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI): International federation of equine-assisted therapy organizations of which CanTRA is a member. Provides the cross-border standards framework that TROtt's CanTRA accreditation sits within.
• Special Olympics Canada: Canadian arm of Special Olympics, with which TROtt already runs equestrian programs. Comparable as a national disability-sports organization that channels participants into adaptive athletic programs including equestrian.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/trott

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about TROtt - Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton