Riding for the Disabled Association SA (Northern Area) is a sports club located in Adelaide, South Australia. The club offers horse-related activities in a safe and inclusive environment for individuals with disabilities.
The club's services include riding and unmounted carriage driving sessions. Riding sessions are held on Tuesday mornings, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings, while carriage driving sessions take place on Monday mornings. The club operates at the Globe Derby Equestrian Centre, situated at the corner of Ryans and Whites Roads in Globe Derby Park.
For inquiries, the club can be contacted via phone at 0448 781 600 or through email at northernarea@rdasa. Org. au. The postal address is PO Box 261 Ingle Farm SA 5098.
The club's dedicated coaches include Jodee, Jill, Rhod, Sue, and Cate (RDA Level 1 Riding Coach). These experienced coaches bring their expertise to help individuals with disabilities participate in horse-related activities and achieve their goals.
In terms of cancellation policy, riding and carriage driving sessions will be cancelled if the forecast temperature for Adelaide reaches 32 degrees Celsius or higher, as announced on the ABC the night before. The safety and well-being of the participants are always a priority for RDA Northern Area.
The club is grateful for the support it receives from various sponsors. Bonnetts SaddleWorld, located at 125 Portrush Road, Evandale, SA 5069, is one of the supporters. Variety, an organisation focused on helping children in need, is also a supporter. Another sponsor is Adtrans Group, located at 1 Main North Rd, Medindie SA 5081.
Pet Stock, a leading pet supply store, and Kohnkes Own, a company specialising in equine supplements, are also valued sponsors of the club.
RDA Northern Area operates in alignment with the Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia Ltd. (RDAA), and the club is part of the worldwide movement represented by the Federation of Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI). The goal is to provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in horse-related activities for recreation, sport, and therapeutic purposes.
The club offers a range of programmes for pleasure and competition. Individuals of all ages, from 3 to 85 years old, with disabilities are eligible to participate in these programmes. The club aims to provide a supportive and enjoyable experience for all participants.
Riding for the Disabled Association SA (Northern Area) welcomes volunteers, coaches, and members to join and contribute to its mission. Donations are greatly appreciated and help support the club's activities and programmes. For more information on how to get involved, individuals can contact the club directly.
Through the positive impact it has on the lives of its participants, Riding for the Disabled Association SA (Northern Area) has become a valuable resource and asset for individuals with disabilities in the Adelaide community.