Watch riders like Tekoha thrive!
Tekoha is a beautiful child, with a disability that makes everyday life more tricky. He came to RDA because he was having difficulty with balance and co-ordination. Five...
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....
Radio New Zealand Interview – Nov 2021
Want to know more about RDA? Our Chief Executive was interviewed by Jesse Mulligan on Radio New Zealand. You can catch the interview here.
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 in...
Jack gets a lot out of riding
Jack is a lively four and a half year old. He has amniotic band syndrome. For Jack, that means he is missing his lower arm. But...
Anne is achieving her goals
“My name is Anne. I am an adult rider with one of the local RDA groups. In October 2015 I fell while jumping my young horse...
Riding has given Destiny the confidence to try new things!
Destiny has been a rider at Riding for the Disabled since she was just two years old. She was born with cerebral palsy. Her riding...
Resources to help you learn New Zealand Sign Language
If you want to learn New Zealand Sign Language you can download an NZSL alphabet poster. Did you know that New Zealand Sign Language became an...
Are you riding a hoiho or a hōiho?
We are asking if you are riding a penguin or a horse! A hoiho is a penguin and a hōiho is a horse. The Māori Language Commission...
Thank you to our volunteers!
New Zealand Riding for the Disabled would like to say a very big Thank You to all of our volunteers. Our volunteers are amazing. They are...