Equestrian

Riding for the Disabled

Over 500 groups throughout England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland dispense a unique therapy. Each week well over 25,000 children and adults enjoy the experience of riding or carriage driving - with opportunities to join in social activities, competitions, or to take a holiday - which combine to bring a new dimension to necessarily restricted lives, encourage independence, and do much to improve a wide range of medical conditions. All this is made possible thanks to the commitment of more than 14,000 volunteers who regularly and cheerfully give up their free time - and energy! - to ensure that RDA gives around 500,000 rides and carriage drives each year.