Mid Canterbury RDA

Our trained instructors and a regular long term group of volunteers work within the NZRDA philosophy and the Code of Safe Practice to ensure our clients complete a programme that has achievable goals and objectives, with each programme tailored to the individual rider.

Riding gives clients an increased sense of self-esteem, physical and mental development; the unique challenge in mastering the skills required for riding, horse management and care; opportunities for social interaction and development; improved communication skills with horses, personnel and peers; improvement in respiration, circulation, muscle development, balance, co-ordination and symmetry; involvement with group planning and development; and achievement and equality.

We are funded by: fundraising, donations, bequests, riders fees, membership subscriptions, support from local groups and service clubs; grants from COGS, Lotteries, Lion Foundation, Community Trusts and other funding organisations.