164. The Balancing Act: Being a Part-Time CTRI

Wearing multiple hats is a challenge familiar to so many in the Equine Assisted Services community, yet it’s something that isn’t talked about enough. Whether you’re full-time, part-time, or a dedicated volunteer, balancing your roles takes heart and intentionality.In this episode of the Not Just A Pony Ride Podcast, we dive into the real world experiences, strategies, and unique rewards of serving as a part-time Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI). Whether you are juggling a separate full-time career, managing family commitments, or stepping into adaptive riding instruction on a flexible schedule, balancing your passion for equine-assisted activities with personal boundaries is key.Key Topics Covered•The Part-Time Perspective: Why many instructors choose a part-time path in therapeutic riding and the unique advantages it brings to both instructors and centers.•Balancing Work & Life: Tactical tips for managing your schedule, avoiding burnout, and maintaining energy for every lesson.•Continuing Education & Growth: How to keep your CTRI credentials current and continually develop teaching skills on a part-time schedule.•Building Strong Connections: Effective ways to stay integrated with your center's team, volunteers, and riders when you aren't on-site full-time.Looking for continuing education units (CEUs) to keep your knowledge fresh and your certification up to date? This one day event is an incredible opportunity you won’t want to miss!While HETRA has hosted many conferences at our main site in Nebraska and traveled across the country to present for PATH Int'l, AHA, and HHRF, we are now taking our education on the road to you!This full-day workshop focuses entirely on Equine Welfare because our programs simply cannot thrive if our horses aren't happy, healthy, sane, and sound.Earn 7 CEUs in just 1 single dayEarly Bird Rate: Under $60 (that’s less than $10 per session!)Date & Time: October 24th | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMLocation: Honey Bridge Ranch (Home of Horsepower Therapeutic Riding), St. Charles, ILSpots are limited, so don't wait, head to the link to lock in your early bird registration today! https://pci.jotform.com/form/252226497568166