About Us
Gentle Gallop is a youth-led initiative dedicated to raising awareness about therapeutic riding and aims to educate communities on how equine-assisted activities can support individuals with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges, while also promoting and fundraising for programs and facilities.
FOUNDER
Gentle Gallop was founded in 2026, by Zaara Nair , a freshman at Biotechnology High School. A rider herself, Zaara has spent years developing a deep understanding of horses and the discipline, trust, and communication required in equestrian sports. And having developed a deep bond and passion for horses, she believes them to be the best form of therapy.
Zaara volunteers with the SPUR Program, a therapeutic riding initiative, at Sunnyside Equestrian Center. Through volunteering, she has witnessed firsthand the profound and evident physical and emotional benefits that equine-assisted activities can provide for individuals with diverse needs. These experiences shaped her commitment to increasing awareness and accessibility surrounding therapeutic riding.​
Driven by the belief that education and advocacy can create meaningful change, Zaara founded Gentle Gallop to bridge her love for horses with a mission of inclusivity, compassion, and impact.