Volunteer with us
Help a rider have the best part of their week. No horse experience needed.
What volunteers do
Horse leader
Leads the horse and keeps it calm and steady.
Side-walker
Walks beside the rider, offering support.
Yard helper
Grooms, tacks up and cares for the horses.
Events and fundraising
Bake sales, open days and more.
Getting started
Every new volunteer starts with our introductory workshop. See events for dates.
Step 1: Send us the form
Tell us a bit about you and when you're free.
Step 2: Come to a workshop
Three hours, free, with morning tea. Covers safety, leading and side-walking.
Step 3: Shadow a session
Work alongside an experienced volunteer until you feel ready.
Step 4: Join the roster
Most volunteers come once a week for a morning or afternoon.
Why volunteers stay
Many of our volunteers have been with us for years.
- Free training and refreshers each term
- Flexible days and times
- Time outdoors with horses
- A friendly, welcoming crew
- You see the difference every week
Volunteer enquiry
Our volunteer coordinators will reply within a week.