The Riders

Au revoir Harry!

2 November 2024

Having ridden with us for over 8 years, it was very sad when work commitments meant Harry could no longer make our sessions. However, we’re delighted, & very proud, that he’s continuing his riding journey with local venue, Cotswold Equestrian Academy. Here’s a photo of Harry riding his new horse Dakota, a 15.3hh Welsh […]

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Good job Taylor!

17 October 2024

Congratulations Taylor, who was awarded an Endeavour Award for correctly holding the reins. Keep up the good progress Taylor.

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Great work Valentina

23 August 2024

Congratulations to Valentina on achieving Grade 1 and Grade 2 Pony Care during her 4 week Introduction to Pony Care program. Valentina built a lovely relationship with Marco, and he enjoyed all her care and attention. Valentina also earned Endeavour awards for helping to tack and untack Marco and for leading Marco around obstacles.

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Good work Ricardo!

10 August 2024

Ricardo has been working really hard in recent weeks and achieving breakthrough progress! Today we celebrated his rein handling skills. Keep up the good work Ricardo.

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Well done Isaac

10 August 2024

In recent weeks Isaac has been working hard, building a happy, positive partnership with Alfie. Getting to know & adapting to a different pony is an important part of developing riding skills. Well done Isaac.

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Pony Days are ‘happy days’

6 August 2024

Our first two Pony Days were shined on by a very hot sun. Our riders were kept busy grooming and tacking-up their mounts ready to ride around the fields with lots of other horse care activities enjoyed. Riders learnt how to put on tail bandages, boots and rugs. Tack was cleaned and parts named. Stables […]

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Well done Harry!

21 July 2024

Well done Harry on achieving the highest score, 86% in the senior Town & Country Challenge class, at the Warwickshire County Funday & winning the Rosemary Stretch Trophy. A lovely award, presented in memory of a special lady, who for many years encouraged & supported RDA Groups throughout our County.

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Practice makes perfect!

19 July 2024

Some of our riders working on Improving their posture & riding skills, during a recent session on Charley, the mechanical horse.

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County Fun Day a hit!

30 June 2024

The Group enjoyed a highly successful & enjoyable day, joining other local Groups, at the Warwickshire County Funday. Congratulations to Chelsey, Harry, Oliver, Gill & Jo P who all navigated the Town & Country challenge with skill & quiet determination. Harry & Gill were both winners in their classes. Harry was also awarded the Rosemary Stretch Trophy for […]

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Congratulations!

21 June 2024

Congratulations to Ricardo, Ellis & Chelsey who have been recognised for their recent progress & achievements. Keep up the good work!

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