Posted: 19th September 2016 | Back to news feed
Once again the Paralympics have been inspiring people to try new sports and activities that they may have never thought of trying before. Horse riding is no exception and now it is even easier for people to find the right place to get started.
Horse riding is an inclusive sport with riding centres across the country signing up to the Accessibility Mark scheme which supports riding centres working with disabled riders.
Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), in partnership with Hoof, the British Equestrian Federation’s (BEF) participation programme has set up the Accessibility Mark Project. Accessibility Mark status is awarded to a riding centre that has been approved by RDA following training and assessment. The close link with the RDA means that they offer continuous support to the centre to ensure they provide a first class experience.
Why Try Horse Riding?
Anyone that saw any of the para dressage at Rio would have seen the amazing bond that is built between horse and rider. Horse riding is a great way to relieve stress, improve fitness and balance, build muscle tone, and improve hand-eye coordination and joint mobility. Riding also provides a great cardiovascular workout and mental challenge.
Attending an Accessibility Mark centre can offer people the chance to learn a new skill under the watchful eye of staff who have passed a high standard of assessment set out by the RDA, in centres with excellent facilities.
If you are feeling inspired get in touch with your nearest centre and start your riding journey, you could be hiding a talent that sees you go on to great things as a future Paralympic athlete!
To find your nearest RDA Group or Accessibility Mark centre visit www.rda.org.uk.
Or follow this link to the list of RDA Groups: www.TheEqustrianIndex/RDAGroups
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