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The Power of Horses At RDA Kendall

Horses offer something unique — living, responsive partners, each with their own personality and way of communicating.

Through riding, grooming and time spent together, participants connect with the horse through touch, movement, voice and body language.

This connection can support confidence, communication, trust and independence, while the horse’s movement may also assist balance, posture, coordination and body awareness. For many participants, the experience also brings enjoyment, friendship and a sense of belonging.

At RDA Kendall, each participant is supported at their own pace in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment, where every achievement — large or small — is recognised and celebrated.

Explore below to learn more about the benefits, who can participate, taking part and how to get started.

The Benefits ⬇️

There are many benefits of horse-related activities, and they can be wide-ranging and deeply personal.

Each participant is different, and each person’s progress may look different too. For some, it may be confidence. For others, it may be communication, movement, friendship, independence or simply the joy of taking part.

What matters most is that every participant is supported to feel safe, included and valued.

Some of the benefits may include:

Building Confidence

For many participants, time with horses helps build confidence. Learning to approach, touch, groom or ride a horse can be a big step. Each small success can give a participant a real sense of pride, courage and achievement.

Communication and Trust

Working with horses can help develop communication and trust. Horses respond to body language, voice, movement and calmness. This can encourage participants to become more aware of how they communicate, how they give instructions and how they interact and connect with others.

Physical Benefits

The physical benefits can also be important. Riding and horse-related activities may help with balance, coordination, strength, posture and body awareness. Even simple activities around the horse can encourage movement, focus, participation and confidence in using the body.

Friendship and Belonging

Just as importantly, RDA Kendall provides opportunities for friendship, connection and belonging. Participants are supported by coaches and volunteers in a safe and welcoming environment where they can take part at their own pace and feel included, supported and valued.

Independence and Enjoyment

For some participants, the greatest benefit may be growing independence. For others, it may be building confidence, developing communication and trust, enjoying friendship, or simply having the chance to try something new in a supportive place where they feel included and valued.

At RDA Kendall, every achievement matters. Whether it is sitting taller, giving an instruction, grooming a horse, sharing a smile or trying something new, each step is recognised and celebrated.

For more about the benefits of riding with RDA see:

➡️ RDA Australia Benefits

Who Can Participate? ⬇️

RDA Kendall supports children and adults with a wide range of disabilities, conditions and individual support needs.

Participants may include people with:

• Physical disabilities affecting movement, balance, strength, posture or coordination
• Intellectual disabilities, learning difficulties or developmental delays
• Sensory disabilities, including vision, hearing or sensory processing challenges
• Autism, speech, language or communication challenges
• Neurological conditions, acquired brain injury or stroke-related disabilities
• Anxiety, confidence challenges or social participation needs
• Other disabilities or individual support needs where horse-related activities may be suitable

Every person is considered individually, with safety, suitability and support needs carefully taken into account.

RDA Kendall does not focus on what a person cannot do. The focus is on ability, participation, confidence, enjoyment and helping each person achieve at their own pace.

Taking Part ⬇️

Activities may include assisted horse riding, horse care, grooming, groundwork and other horse-related experiences, depending on each participant’s needs, abilities and goals.

Our programs are supported by trained coaches and volunteers, with activities adapted to suit each participant.

Every participant is encouraged at their own pace, and every achievement — large or small — is valued.

Enquiries:

The Riding Coordinator kendallrdacoordinator1@gmail.com

Where & When ⬇️

Location:

29B Old Coach Road

Batar Creek

Days (school term):

Tuesday and Wednesday

Time:

9.30am to11.30am

Riding sessions do not operate during school holidays

Enquiries:

The Riding Coordinator kendallrdacoordinator1@gmail.com

How To Get Started ⬇️

Before commencing, participants will need to complete registration forms, provide or complete any required medical assessment, and meet any RDA NSW requirements, including insurance requirements.

Fees apply and must be paid before participation commences.

Enquiries:

The Riding Coordinator kendallrdacoordinator1@gmail.com

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