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Horse riding is a wonderful recreational activity for anyone.
Recreational riding is riding for the pure joy of being up there on a horse, head & shoulders above everyone else. On horseback, a rider with a disability can overcome fear, gain confidence and achieve success they would not have dreamt of.
On horseback, someone with a disability can be independent, free & in total harmony with another living creature. It's a true partnership based on love, trust & mutual respect.
Structured riding sessions are conducted under the supervision of nationally accredited RDA coaches with the assistance of trained volunteers. Sessions make use of mounted games & activities designed to encourage participation and the development of individual abilities.
Some centres use local trails which give riders the opportunity to experience the outdoor environment.
Riders are encouraged to develop their abilities and enter into friendly and competitive competitions both within the State and Nationally.
Dressage is a great opportunity for those who have aspirations of one day representing Australia at the Paralympics.
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I saw a child who couldn't walk,
sit on a horse, laugh and talk.
Then ride through a field of daisies
and yet, he couldn't walk unaided.
I saw a child, no legs below,
sit on a horse and make it go
through woods of green
and places he had never been
to sit and stare, except from a chair.
I saw a child who couldn't crawl
mount a horse and sit up tall.
Put it through degrees of paces
and laugh at the wonder in our faces.
I saw a child born into strife,
Take up and hold the reins of life
and that same child, I heard him say
Thank God for showing me the way...
John Anthony Davies
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