Pendle RDA’s PRIDE (horse simulator) is now ‘stabled’ here at Thornton Hall Country Park and we couldn’t be more happy to have PRIDE here.

Pendle RDA (rdapendlegroup.co.uk)

Set up in February 1977, Pendle Riding for the Disabled is one of the oldest such groups in the country.

 They provide life-changing opportunities for people with disabilities to ride.

 

Who can benefit?

 People of all ages and abilities enjoy RDA sessions, and there are no restrictions in terms of disability – they can always find an appropriate level of activity.

 RDA activities are recommended by physiotherapists for many kinds of physical disability.

Equine therapy can help to strengthen core stability, improve balance, reduce spasms and improve overall mobility. RDA activities benefit children and adults with learning difficulties, helping to improve concentration, communication skills, general learning and socialising.

RDA’s activities are especially designed for children and adults with physical and learning difficulties to receive physical and psycho-social therapy, enjoyment and a chance to achieve.

 They can also provide a relaxing, low-pressure environment in which to spend time with a horse, bonding and connecting through touch, speech and breathing techniques.

 

 The benefits are:

 Multi-sensory

Overcome stress and anxiety

Develop trust and empathy

Connect with nature

Which promotes physical and emotional wellbeing

Coaching Excellence

Pendle RDA’s coaches undergo specialist training to support disabled riders, and lessons are designed to reflect each individual’s needs,
aspirations or therapeutic goals.

 Volunteers:

Volunteering can take many forms – and it’s always rewarding!

By investing just a few hours of your time with Pendle RDA, you can make a big difference.

 Whatever your skills, you will have something to offer RDA – and it’s not just about horses and ponies – there are plenty of other jobs that need to get done. Perhaps you’re a DIY enthusiast, or good at publicity and marketing.

Maybe you’re good with numbers or admin.

Whatever you like doing, there’s a role for you at our group.

 

Achievements:

From Proficiency Test Certificates, Endeavour Awards, Competition
awards at Regional and National level Pendle RDA have achieved than the industry certification.

The coaches have met the Princess Royal, received a Blue Peter Badge from Clare Balding, and proudly trained Felicity Coulthard who in 2008 competed at the Paralympics in Beijing, winning a silver medal in the Dressage competition. Felicity started riding with Pendle RDA when she was 13 years old and within 10 years, she was competing internationally!

For Society:

For participants and volunteers alike, Pendle RDA plays an important role in addressing wider societal concerns around loneliness and community cohesion; physical health and activity levels; and mental health and wellbeing.

 

 Pendle RDA’s Life Changing Benefits:

 Reaching therapeutic goals

 Achieving personal ambitions

 Overcoming social isolation

 Developing life skills

 Experiencing the outdoors

 Connecting with animals

 

For more information, to get involved or donate please CLICK HERE