The hippotherapy/equine therapy center is a government project in Argentina that provides free treatment for patients who cannot afford medical coverage, serving as an example of sustainable tourism. The movements generated by horseback riding help individuals with disabilities develop strength, balance, and confidence. Interacting with horses is also motivating and stimulating, promoting progress in social, communicative, and cognitive aspects.
Participants work alongside the staff to form a team that assists with horse care, therapy sessions, and various support tasks:
– Controlling the horse’s movements while patients ride.
– Walking alongside the horse to ensure safety.
– Participating in all activities led by the therapist.
– Cleaning, oiling, equipment checks, stable maintenance, horse care, etc.
Volunteers work on the project 5 days a week, exemplifying sustainable tourism, from Monday to Friday for 4 hours, either in the morning or afternoon. The program is located 30 km from the city of Córdoba. Volunteers can reach the site by bus in 35 minutes (40 AR$ per day).
Those interested can opt to take Spanish courses for a week in Córdoba before starting the project.
This week aims to help volunteers improve their language skills and immerse themselves in the local culture. Please contact us for more information.
Reception every Saturday from March to December
Duration in weeks | Total mission budget |
|---|---|
4 weeks | 1700 € |
5 weeks | 1920 € |
6 weeks | 2190 € |
7 weeks | 2390 € |
8 weeks | 2640 € |
9 weeks | 2890 € |
10 weeks | 3140 € |
11 weeks | 3390 € |
12 weeks | 3640 € |
Volunteers will be placed with host families for an immersive stay.
Volunteers will stay in a shared house with other volunteers. The accommodation is fully equipped, with hot showers, a television, Wi-Fi access, and a fully equipped kitchen for cooking.
Restaurants and shops are located nearby for buying food. Supermarkets are open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
– You should budget approximately €100 per week for personal expenses in Córdoba.
– Local transportation (if needed): €2-3 per day (round trip).
– What you need to bring for the project: outdoor clothing, boots, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, long pants.
– Ability to adapt to a new environment/culture and a genuine commitment to the host organization.
– Basic Spanish level
For any international project, Freepackers requires travel insurance covering accidents, illness and repatriation, including civil liability for professional activities abroad.
For full protection while studying or interning abroad, you can take out Cap Student insurance online via this link Student insurance abroad | Chapka Assurances, which gives you a 5% discount.
If you choose another insurance provider, we will ask you to send us a copy of your insurance certificate in English.
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