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TAKING THE REINS inspires underserved girls facing the challenges of adolescence in high risk environments. Our teens develop self-esteem, teamwork, responsibility and leadership skills principally through learning to ride and care for horses. Make a difference in a girl's life today.

Riding Program

The heart and soul of TTR is the Riding Program, which empowers girls through the experience of learning to care for and ride a horse.

The Learning Center Program offers an array of creative arts and sciences classes that work in conjunction with the Riding Program so that girls can examine, express and expand upon their experiences.

Learning Center Programs

Taking the Reins is located on a unique site: a working farm in the middle of Los Angeles that is used for all of our programs. The Taking the Reins Urban Farm immerses students into the natural world where they can interact in unprecedented ways with animals and the environment.

News & Events

Always Wanted a Chicken? Join Our New Adopt-a-Chicken Program

Celebrate Valentine's at Taking the Reins

Saturday, February 11
6:30 p.m.

Valentine Invitation

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