Welcome

NZRDA Mission Statement

"Confidence, independence and well being for people with disabilities, through therapeutic horse riding and horse care."

What we are

Riding for the Disabled provides therapeutic interaction with horses in order to develop increased ability and self esteem for children and adults with physical and intellectual difficulties

New Zealand Riding for the Disabled

NZRDA is an association of 54 Member Groups. Groups offer varying services according to the needs of their Riders. The three general fields covered by RDA in New Zealand are:

• Therapy and Rehabilitation
• Education, Behaviour Modification and Social Contact
• Horse Riding for Sport and Recreation for People with Disabilities

Some Groups also incorporate Driving for the Disabled into their programme.