Reach more riders.
Change more lives.
Torohia te tini kaieke hōiho, whakapikitia te oranga.
Christchurch RDA uses horses to help disabled children and adults grow stronger, more confident and more independent.
In our riders' own words
Her latest hip X-ray showed improvement compared with last year. At this stage she will not need another surgery.
Lila's family
What his OT hasn't managed in almost a year, Tiger did in one session.
Tasha, Aiden's mum
News
Kit, once known as Rocket, joins the herd
Our newest mare never raced, despite her name. She's now learning the RDA ropes with a few riders.
Riding under the blossom
Spring sessions moved outside for a week, and riders got to ride beneath the cherry trees.
Summer volunteer workshop dates announced
New volunteers start with a free introductory workshop. No horse experience needed.
Coming up
Volunteer introductory workshop
Saturday 14 November 2026, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Learn how sessions run, how to lead and side-walk safely, and meet the horses. Free. Morning tea provided.
Thank you
Sessions cost far more than riders pay. Our funders and sponsors make up the difference, including Holmes Solutions, The Golden Mile Motel and Tavern, Bayleys Real Estate, Clarus, Rosemary Pringle, Xero Beautiful Business Fund.
What to do next
Know someone who could ride? Send us a referral. We'll talk it through with you.