Who are we ?
Godstone Group RDA was formed in 1977 and operates from Tandridge Priory Riding Centre in Barrow Green Road. We are one of over 500 volunteer groups delivering opportunities for therapy, achievement & enjoyment to people with disabilities.
We are a small group which runs several lessons every week during term time for riders with varying
Godstone Group RDA was formed in 1977 and operates from Tandridge Priory Riding Centre in Barrow Green Road. We are one of over 500 volunteer groups delivering opportunities for therapy, achievement & enjoyment to people with disabilities.
We are a small group which runs several lessons every week during term time for riders with varying disabilities, using horses from Tandridge Priory. Volunteers are essential to the success of the Group.
The Riding for the Disabled Association
Although the Riding for the Disabled Association was set up to work mainly with people with physical disabilities, RDA groups now work across the spectrum of disabilities, age range, social status and urban & rural environments. At RDA, horses and ponies provide therapy, achievement and enjoyment to people with disabilities all over the U
Although the Riding for the Disabled Association was set up to work mainly with people with physical disabilities, RDA groups now work across the spectrum of disabilities, age range, social status and urban & rural environments. At RDA, horses and ponies provide therapy, achievement and enjoyment to people with disabilities all over the UK. The focus is to ensure that each individual has the chance to derive a direct therapeutic benefit and the opportunity to achieve their personal goal.
RDA gives individuals the opportunity to:
Reach therapeutic goals: improve muscle tone and posture, develop fine and gross motor movement
Achieve their personal ambitions: sit on a horse for the first time, learn new skills, perhaps enter competitive events
Combat social isolation: build relationships, enjoy events and competition, develop self-confidence
Develop life skills: improve communication, take responsibility, be a team player
Experience the outdoors: ride in the countryside, access rural Britain
Connect with animals: bringing positivity and optimism, adding a new element to life
How you can help
How you can help
Volunteers are always welcome - you do not need to have experience of either horses or disabilities: some of your time is all that is required.
The Group relies on donations and money raised at fundraising events.