Early Intervention Program to Support Children with Autism, Developmental Delays, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome & More
早期干预计划：支持自闭症、发育迟缓、脑瘫、唐氏综合症等特殊儿童全面发展

SCHEDULE

​课程时间表

Saturday Sessions:

• Available Slots:

• 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
   

• Session Duration:
  30 minutes per child

BENEFITS

马术治疗的益处

Hippotherapy (Horse Therapy) offers numerous therapeutic benefits for children with special needs, particularly in areas such as sensory stimulation, sensory regulation, and the development of motor skills. The rhythmic movement of the horse naturally aids in sensory processing and sensory integration, improving the child’s ability to respond effectively to sensory input.
 

Additionally, hippotherapy promotes the development of motor skills, balance, and coordination. As children work with the horse, they improve their posture, strength, and physical coordination, which are essential for daily functioning. The gentle yet engaging nature of the therapy encourages eye contact, social interaction, and emotional regulation, allowing children to boost their confidence in a supportive and fun environment.
 

The interactive aspect of horseback riding therapy also helps to strengthen emotional well-being, making it an excellent option for children with autism and other developmental delays. Through consistent hippotherapy sessions, children experience both physical and emotional growth, leading to improved overall health and self-esteem.

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马术治疗（Hippotherapy，又称马疗）为特殊需求儿童带来了多方面的疗愈益处，尤其在感官刺激、感官调节及运动技能发展方面具有显著效果。马匹自然的节奏性运动有助于儿童进行感官处理与感官统合，提升他们对外界感官输入的适应能力。

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此外，马术治疗还能促进运动技能、平衡力与协调性的提升。在与马匹互动的过程中，孩子们逐步改善自己的姿势、肌力与身体协调，这些能力对日常生活功能至关重要。该疗法温和而富有趣味，能够鼓励孩子进行眼神交流、社交互动及情绪调节，让孩子在轻松支持的环境中建立自信心。

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马术治疗的互动性也有助于增强儿童的情绪健康，非常适合自闭症及其他发育迟缓儿童。通过持续的马术治疗课程，孩子们不仅在身体上得到锻炼，也在情绪和心理上实现成长，从而促进整体健康与自我价值感的提升。

OBJECTIVE

课程目标

The primary objective of hippotherapy for children with special needs is to utilize the movement and interaction with horses to enhance physical, emotional, and cognitive development. Through the rhythmic motion of the horse, this therapy specifically aims to improve sensory processing, motor skills, balance, and coordination, providing children with essential skills that support their daily lives.
 

Additionally, hippotherapy fosters emotional regulation, social skills, and self-confidence by offering an engaging, interactive environment where children can build positive relationships and emotional resilience. By participating in horseback riding therapy, children are able to develop both physical strength and emotional well-being, leading to improved overall health.
 

Through this dynamic and therapeutic approach, hippotherapy supports functional improvement and contributes to an enhanced quality of life for children with autism, developmental delays, and other special needs.

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马术治疗的主要目标

为特殊儿童带来全方位的身心发展

在 AFY 自闭症与特殊儿童发展中心，马术治疗（Hippotherapy）的核心目标是通过马匹的运动与互动，全面促进儿童的身体、情绪与认知发展。
 

促进感官统合与身体协调
通过马匹有节奏的运动，帮助孩子提升感官处理能力、运动技能、身体平衡与协调性，为他们的日常生活打下坚实基础。

提升认知与专注力
马术治疗可刺激大脑功能，强化注意力、空间感知与问题解决能力，增强孩子在学习与生活中的应变能力。

培养情绪调节与社交技能
骑乘过程中，孩子在充满趣味和挑战的互动环境中学习控制情绪，建立信任感与正向关系，有效提升社交能力与自信心。

增强身体力量与自我意识
骑马时，核心肌群被持续激活，帮助孩子增强肌肉力量、姿势控制与身体觉察能力。

提升生活质量与独立性
通过系统的马术干预，儿童在身体功能、情绪稳定性与社会适应性等多方面都能获得显著改善，从而拥有更高的生活品质和未来的成长潜力。

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适合的儿童类型：

• 自闭症谱系障碍（ASD）

• 发育迟缓（Global Developmental Delay）

• 唐氏综合症（Down Syndrome）

• 感统失调或肢体功能障碍儿童

HALF HOUR CLASS

30分钟专业课程

At AFY Autism & Special Needs Centre, we have found that Hippotherapy (Horse Therapy) for children with special needs is most effective when delivered in 30-minute sessions. This duration ensures focused, intensive therapy, while also preventing fatigue, which can often reduce a child's engagement and the overall therapeutic benefits.
 

The 30-minute session is ideal for promoting motor skills, balance, coordination, and emotional regulation in children, allowing them to remain attentive and motivated throughout their time with the horse. This time frame has been proven to provide maximum therapeutic benefit without overwhelming the child, helping them stay engaged and energetic for the full session.
 

Each hippotherapy session is carefully tailored to meet the individual needs of the child, ensuring they get the most out of the time spent during therapy. Our professional therapists aim to make each 30-minute session a positive, rewarding experience that leads to lasting progress.

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在 AFY 自闭症与特殊儿童发展中心，我们发现对于特殊需求儿童而言，每节30分钟的马术治疗课程最为高效。这一时长不仅能确保治疗的专注度和密集度，同时也能避免孩子产生疲劳，从而保持参与度并提升整体治疗效果。

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为什么选择30分钟课程？

•  精准时长，效果最大化
  研究与实践表明，30分钟的课程刚好适合儿童保持专注，避免过度刺激，确保每次骑乘都带来积极成效。

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• 提升核心发展能力
  每节课程专注于提升孩子的粗大动作协调、平衡能力、核心力量与情绪调节，帮助他们在感官与身体层面获得整体发展。

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• 量身定制的干预内容
  我们的治疗师会根据每位儿童的具体发展需求，精心设计每一次的骑乘活动，让每一次30分钟都成为充实、愉快与有效的体验。

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• 专业治疗团队引导
  由受过专业训练的马术治疗师与特殊儿童治疗师联合进行，全程关注孩子安全与进步。

AGE RANGE

适龄范围

Our Hippotherapy (Horse Therapy) sessions are suitable for children aged 3 and above, providing tailored therapeutic benefits through interaction with horses. Whether the child has autism, developmental delays, or other special needs, this unique therapy supports their physical, emotional, and social development. The sessions are carefully designed to meet the specific needs of each child, ensuring they receive maximum benefit from the horseback riding therapy.
 

By starting early, children can experience significant improvements in motor skills, sensory integration, and emotional regulation, all of which play a vital role in their overall growth and confidence.

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适合3岁及以上特殊儿童的专业马术治疗课程

在 AFY 自闭症与特殊儿童发展中心，我们的马术治疗课程适用于3岁及以上的儿童。无论是自闭症、发展迟缓，还是其他特殊需要的孩子，都能通过与马匹的互动，获得个性化的治疗效果。
 

为每位孩子量身定制
每一节马术治疗课都根据孩子的发展阶段与个别需求精心设计，确保孩子在安全与愉快的环境中，最大化地提升身体、情绪与社交技能。
 

早期介入，成效更佳
越早参与马术治疗，越有助于改善大运动技能、感官统合能力与情绪调节能力，为孩子的自信心与整体成长打下坚实基础。