About

RIDING FOR DISABLED
Association AUSTRALIA
(RDAA)

RDA National Office

RDA Australia is recognised by Sport Australia as the peak body for equestrian sport for people with disabilities.
Our role is to support the Member Groups and Volunteers that make up the organisation.

RDAA does this in four specific ways:

LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE

SUPPORT & DEVELOPMENT OF MEMBER GROUPS

TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR COACHES & VOLUNTEERS

DEFINING STANDARDS & GUIDELINES

OUR MISSION

RDA Australia supports State and Associate Members to enable people living with disabilities or additional support needs to experience enjoyment, challenge and a sense of achievement through equestrian activities to improve their quality of life, attain personal goals and develop life skills.

OUR VISION

To be Australia’s foremost authority, advocate and resource for Equestrian activities for people living with disabilities or additional support needs.

OUR VALUES

01

RDA is Excellence. RDA is not always about competition but it is always about striving for the best; personally, professionally and practically.

03

RDA is Respect. RDA is a safe environment, where individuals are treated with respect and are respectful towards others and the organisation they care about.

05

RDA is Community. RDA is made up of many communities, working together towards enriching the lives of people with disabilities locally, nationally and worldwide.

02

RDA is Inclusive. RDA is a welcoming place where we strive to include all Australians from different backgrounds, genders and abilities.

04

RDA is Innovative. RDA is always demonstrating that looking at things differently can change a life; RDA encourages new ways of thinking and doing in every field.

The role of RDA in Australia

Developing abilities, enriching lives…

RDA Australia is recognised by the Australian Sports Commission as the National Sporting Organisation for people with disabilities for equine sports and is made up of membership by States and Centres throughout Australia.

Our role is to provide:

N

Leadership and Governance

N

Support and Development of Member Groups

N

Training Programs for Coaches and Volunteers

N

Defining National Standards and Guidelines for quality RDA programs

N

Provides National and International competition opportunities

RDA at the State level provides:

N

Support and development of RDA Centres

N

Implement and evaluate policies and procedures in line with State legislation and National guidelines

N

Delivers training for Coaches and Volunteers

N

May be the registered NDIS service provider

N

Provides State level competition opportunities

RDA at Centre level provides:

N

Horse riding and horse related activities according to National standards

N

Recruits and inducts volunteers according to National standards

N

Operates RDA accredited Centres, managing properties, workforce and horse care

Want more?

OUR HISTORY

GOVERNANCE

OUR PEOPLE

CONTACT US

Don’t hesitate to contact us for information.

RIDING FOR DISABLED Association AUSTRALIA (RDAA)