Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia (RDAA)

02/11/2026

🐴 RDAA Member Highlights!

Special visits, carnival appearances, celebrating carers and a little spooky fun, there’s been plenty happening across our RDA community in October!

Take a look through the photos for a few highlights from some of our members around Australia. 💜

28/10/2026

A little midweek mischief from Mighty Max at Pegasus Riding for the Disabled of the ACT!

Getting into the Halloween spirit while keeping everyone smiling, we love seeing our RDA community having fun. 💜

Mighty Max is officially in full spooky-season mode equal parts brave adventurer and tiny chaos gremlin. One minute he’s strutting around like he owns the neighbourhood, the next he’s investigating every shadow like it’s a portal to another dimension. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when confidence meets curiosity… it’s Max, on a mission.

And then there’s the Halloween spirit, that perfect mix of silly, spooky, and “let’s make a memory.” Costumes, treats, creepy-cute decorations, and the kind of laughter that only happens when everyone leans into the fun. Max is bringing the energy, the attitude, and (let’s be honest) probably a little mischief too.

Between serious training sessions and delivering programs like a pro, Mighty Max is here to keep the vibe light. 🎃

Stat tune, next Mighty Max will share his 50 for 50 racing progress😉

and you, did you register yet?

https://give.pegasusact.org.au/event/50-for-50/home

Ginninderry Community Volunteering ACT The Canberra Times Horseland Canberra Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia (RDAA)

26/10/2026

At RDA, time spent with horses is an opportunity to build trust, learn new skills and grow in confidence - with support every step of the way.

Taking the lead. Growing in confidence, together.

Discover RDA: https://www.rda.org.au/ride-with-rda/

22/10/2026

A little look into life at our RDA member centres 🐴💜

From practising riding skills to games and activities, these moments offer a glimpse of the learning, connection and fun that happen along the way.

Thanks to RDA Top End for sharing these wonderful videos.

19/10/2026

At RDA, achievement looks different for everyone. It might be trying a new skill, leading a horse through an obstacle or feeling comfortable enough to lean in for a hug.

With the support of our horses, coaches and volunteers, participants have space to learn, grow and enjoy each step at their own pace.

Every achievement deserves to be celebrated.

📸 Photos from RDA Top End, RDA Crowson Park and RDA Tasmania.

16/10/2026

Your time. Your skills. Your community.

From supporting participants during lessons to horse care, maintenance and fundraising, there are many ways to make a difference, with opportunities to suit your skills, interests and available time.

You’ll receive training and support to learn at your own pace, with tasks matched to your skills and experience.

Find out more and express your interest: https://www.rda.org.au/volunteering/

📷 Photo: RDA Top End

14/10/2026

Let’s hear it for our horses! 💜

Today we’re celebrating the much-loved horses who are part of our RDA centre communities across Australia.

Does your centre have a horse you’d like to introduce? Share their name, a photo and what makes them special in the comments. We’d love to meet them!

Photos from RDA Top End, RDA Tasmania and RDA Capricorn.

12/10/2026

Monday smiles to brighten your day! 🐴💜

Photos from: RDA Capricorn, RDA Tasmania and RDA Top End.

08/10/2026

At RDA, the connections between people and horses are part of what makes the experience so special.

More than riding. A connection like no other.

Discover RDA: https://www.rda.org.au/ride-with-rda/

📷 Photo from RDA Top End.

05/10/2026

We’re excited that Sarah, our Participation and Member Outcomes Officer, is currently in New Zealand attending the New Zealand Riding for the Disabled Programmes Workshop.

Sarah has been invited to co-present at the workshop and will be bringing back valuable learnings to help strengthen our national coach training programs. Also attending are Sue and Liz, RDA coaches from Victoria.

NZRDA has been incredibly generous in sharing its coach training resources with us, and we look forward to continuing this collaborative relationship as we explore further opportunities to share knowledge, resources and best practice across both organisations.