RDA Brigadoon

19/05/2026

Three cheers for our incredible RDA volunteers this National Volunteer Week 2026!

Your time, care and commitment make life-changing moments in the arena possible, and we can’t say thank you enough 💜🐴

24/04/2026

Every session at an RDA centre is special 💜

Great quote from an RDA Australia member centre, RDA Brigadoon, where riders are supported to grow in confidence, independence and joy in the saddle. 🐴

12/04/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to our very own participants Imogen, Rory and Sian who all competed and Won Ribbons in the Duncan Equine Para Dressage Showcase yesterday!!

Imogen won a 1st, 2nd place and she won the Grassroots Virtus Champion in her tests.

Rory won a 1st and 2nd in his tests!

And Sian won 1st in her test!

We are very proud of you all!

A big Thank You to Coach Kaylea for encouraging and coordinating their participation in these events!

02/04/2026

27/03/2026

Hi everyone, lessons are cancelled tomorrow (Saturday) and the state equestrian centre will be closed to public access until severe weather has passed and the centre has been checked for and cleared for damage etc. Please take care tomorrow and stay safe xx

25/03/2026

Volunteer with RDA – more than a helping hand. 💜

Volunteers are at the heart of RDA, creating fun, supportive communities that have been helping riders with disability for over 60 years across Australia. With more than 3,000 volunteers contributing around 400,000 hours each year, there’s a role to match your skills, interests and time in and out of the arena.

👉 Express your interest today: https://www.rda.org.au/volunteering/

21/03/2026

Today we celebrate International Down Syndrome Day ❤️💜

Every rider at RDA brings their own strengths, spirit and joy.

Together, we’re building an inclusive community where everyone can grow, achieve and belong!

26/01/2026

Happy Australia Day from RDA Brigadoon

Today we celebrate the spirit of community, resilience and mateship — values that sit at the very heart of RDA Brigadoon.

Australia Day is a time to reflect on what brings us together: supporting one another, celebrating diversity, and creating spaces where everyone feels they belong. Every day at our Centre, we see these values in action — through our riders showing courage, our volunteers giving generously of their time, and our horses helping create moments of confidence, connection and joy.

We are proud to be part of a community that champions inclusion, respect and kindness, and grateful to share this journey with the families, volunteers and supporters who make RDA Brigadoon what it is.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Australia Day!

25/01/2026

What are our coaches doing this long weekend?

Training — because learning never stops at RDA 💜

This long weekend our dedicated coaches & trainee coaches are investing their time and energy into ongoing professional development, taking part in the annual RDA training weekend. A huge thank you to the team at RDA Capricorn for hosting and supporting this important event.

Ongoing training is a vital part of being an RDA coach. It ensures our programs remain safe, inclusive and best practice, while continually building skills, confidence and knowledge to better support our riders of all abilities.

We’re proud of our coaches for their commitment, passion and willingness to keep learning — all so we can deliver the very best experiences for our RDA community 💜

18/01/2026

Day Camp Reminder – Vacancies Still Available!

Just a friendly reminder that we still have vacancies available for our upcoming RDA Brigadoon Day Camps!

These fun-filled days are a fantastic opportunity for riders to build confidence, develop skills and enjoy plenty of quality time with our wonderful horses in a supportive and inclusive environment

What’s included:
• Two riding sessions
• Hands-on horse activities
• Small group sizes
• A positive, encouraging atmosphere
• Morning & afternoon tea provided

Places are limited and filling quickly, so if you’ve been thinking about it, now is the time to secure a spot

To book or find out more, please email [email protected]

We’d love to see you there!