Riding for the Disabled Association of Queensland

01/08/2026

🎉🐴 Happy Birthday to all of our incredible RDA horses across our 14 centres! 🐴🎉

Today we celebrate the amazing horses who give so much to so many. Their patience, kindness, and gentle nature help change lives every single day, building confidence, independence, strength, and smiles for riders of all abilities.

To every horse, pony, and their dedicated carers and volunteers—thank you for everything you do. We hope you’re all enjoying some extra treats, cuddles, and well-deserved pampering today!

Happy Birthday to our four-legged heroes! ❤️🐎

Photo credit:
Riding For The Disabled Hervey Bay
Samford Riding for the Disabled

27/07/2026

A huge thank you to our incredible RDAQ coaches and who represented our centres at CanterCon.

Your commitment to learning, sharing ideas, and continually developing your skills is what makes the RDAQ community so strong. By investing your time and experience, you’re helping ensure that participants across Queensland receive safe, high-quality, and enjoyable riding experiences.

CanterCon provided a fantastic opportunity to connect with others in the equine industry, exchange knowledge, and bring home new ideas that will benefit our riders, horses, volunteers, and centres.

We are proud of the dedication, passion, and generosity shown by every coach and who attended. Thank you for everything you do to make a positive difference in the lives of people living with disability.

Together, we continue to build stronger centres, stronger communities, and brighter futures through the unique partnership between horses and people.

23/07/2026

What a great fundraiser for a great cause!
Dust off your boots and head on down!

16/07/2026

RDAQ will be getting their boots on for this awesome Family Event!
Get your tickets now!

Yogi wants to know if you have got your tickets for the Samford RDA Spring Fling Hoedown yet because he is ready to go!

Only 8 weeks until the Hoedown and we are excited for our families and community to come and have some fun with us.

Tickets can be purchased through Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1552737

Grab your hat (Yogi says you can't have his), grab your boots, grab your family and friends and don't forget to grab your tickets!

Yeehaa!

19/05/2026

Across Queensland, RDAQ volunteers play a critical role in delivering safe, high‑quality equestrian programs for people with disability.
Leaders, sidewalkers, coaches, admin teams, committees, and behind‑the‑scenes helpers — every volunteer contributes to the safety, progress, and wellbeing of our riders.
Thank you for your commitment to excellence and your ongoing support of RDAQ centres statewide.

12/04/2026

And that’s a wrap on the 2026 South East QLD RDAQ workshop! 🎉

An incredible few days with amazing presenters, great energy, and plenty of inspiration all around. Best of all, it’s fantastic to see how Riding for the Disabled continues to make such a positive impact in the community.

We’ll definitely be back again next year! 🙌

11/04/2026

Jen Davey, a board member of RDAQ, led float training at the recent workshop, sharing practical expertise and engaging participants with a hands-on approach. Her clear instruction helped build confidence in safe float operations, making her session a standout for attendees.

10/04/2026

The workshop at Tallebudgera Valley Riding for the Disabled is an inspiring gathering, bringing together passionate individuals dedicated to making a difference.

Set against the beautiful backdrop of the valley, the day focuses on connection, learning, and sharing best practice across the RDA network. Volunteers and participants come together with a shared purpose — to strengthen the impact of equine-assisted programs for people of all abilities.

The workshop offers valuable insights into coaching, horse welfare, and participant engagement, while encouraging the exchange of ideas in a supportive environment.

What stands out most is the sense of community. The dedication of volunteers is evident in every interaction, reflecting the true spirit of inclusion.

The Tallebudgera Valley workshop is a reminder of the powerful role RDA plays in changing lives, one ride at a time.

17/03/2026

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is here, and at RDA Australia we’re celebrating the strengths, talents and perspectives of neurodivergent riders, participants, volunteers and coaches.

Thank you to the neurodivergent people in our community who bring focus, passion, problem‑solving and joy to every ride.