This campaign has now closed
Is to secure 5 years of running costs which are in the region of £22,000 pa. We are the only centre in Midlothian offering this service.
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All of our riders all have special needs, and benefit greatly from their regular half hour sessions, progress can often be slow, but minor achievements are immensely rewarding. RDA aims to provide a therapeutic and quality learning programme, in a relaxed atmosphere of fun and companionship. It is generally recognised that regular therapeutic riding can improve balance, concentration, co-ordination, communication, and confidence to say nothing about the benefits of exercising regularly in the fresh air. A relationship developed with a horse can offer challenges to help overcome fears, build up trust, respect, and compassion, develop communication skills, problem solving & coping techniques, self confidence and self esteem. These skills are transferable to many other areas of ordinary day to day life.