Bakas Equestrian Center, established in 1987 is a recreational riding center that hosts riding lessons for children four years old through adults that have physical and/or mental disabilities.

Bakas serves eighty plus disabled riders every week. Rider’s abilities range from severe and profound to mild. Certain criteria must be met to participate. Bakas offers introductory lessons, games on horseback, basic to advanced riding skills, competition in Special Olympics and Challenge shows, driving with horse and carriage, trail rides and more.

Bakas moved to a state of the art facility in 2001. This center is fully accredited by the North American Riding for Handicapped Association (NARHA) and the teaching staff is certified NARHA instructors.

Parent involvement is mandatory for a rider to participate. Volunteers are needed daily to assure a safe environment. Parent/volunteer meetings are held monthly to discuss new ideas and upcoming events. Several social family events take place at Bakas each year.