Rider's Stories

I ride because…

We know riders get so much out of their RDA programmes but you can hear first hand from some of our riders talking about...

Tessa improves her stamina

From fear of falling to independently trotting - Tessa was able to see huge improvements! Tessa experienced a stroke. Here is her story about how...

Kate the Coach

Meet Kate. And meet Kate's riders. Kate says she became a coach because she saw it as a way to give back – to put...

Hannah learns to walk

Hannah arrived at RDA in a wheelchair. She left RDA walking. The story seems incredible - but it is real. Hannah was only five when she started...

Bradley goes riding by the river

Meet Bradley. Bradley particularly seems to enjoy going out for rides. Around the racecourse, or down to the river, with many different noises, and sights....

Niu is becoming braver

“There’s something magical about a horse. He has developed a warmer relationship with people. You can see the love for the horses and for riding...

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