Meet The Team

Kati Helfrich

The inspiration behind the Cheyenne Therapeutic Riding Center. Kati has participated in Special Olympics with her horses Spot, Sonar and Rebel. Involved in local Gymkhana's and Cheyenne Saddle Tramp -- where she was Queen in 2017. Dash is now a days her horse of preference.

Anita LaFond

Retired Flight Nurse, Riding Instructor and Director of Cheyenne Saddle Tramps Drill team. Anita currently working on her Bachelor's in Equine Science. Mother to Kati, who inspired her to work closer for those who needed an extra hand. Combining her love for her country and horses Anita has been working on making sure CTEC provides a safe haven for military, special needs riders and those looking to improve their riding skills.

Emily Phillips

Barn Manager and Riding Instructor for the past 5 years. Saddle Tramps drill member and Full time math teacher for South High School.

Carolina Montalba

Office coordinator and Webmaster. Has been volunteering at CTEC for the past three years. Originally from Chile (and the reason why some sentences in our web page don't make sense).