Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding (STAR) - South Knoxville
After-School / Community Activities, Equine Therapy
Address: 3312 Tipton Station Rd. | Knoxville, TN 37920
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About Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding (STAR) - South Knoxville
STAR works with children and adults starting at age four to seniors with physical, mental and neurological disabilities or those considered at-risk. We serve individuals from Anderson, Blount, Campbell, Fentress, Knox, Loudon, Jefferson, Monroe, McMinn, Roane, Sevier, and surrounding counties. The mission of STAR is to foster personal achievement by providing therapeutic experiences using horse related activities for persons with disabilities or other special challenges. In 2019, STAR served 245 individuals with a total of 16,780 hours of Equine Assisted Services.
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