RDA Lessons

Most riders start in a beginners class suited to their age and ability and can progress to a more advanced ride. The lessons between Tuesdays and Fridays are mainly for school groups and adult day centres. Individual riders, adults and juniors, may join a suitable class after school hours including evenings, or ride on a Saturday.

The structure of the lessons is geared to the needs, abilities and requests of the riders. Besides learning the basics of how to ride a horse, some riders can enjoy other activities including jumping, dressage, gymkhana events, handy pony competitions, fun days with treasure hunts and games and riding in our fields and woodland.

All lessons are taken by trained instructors who are helped by a deputy and, where necessary, a group of helpers to lead the horses. Most of our instructors are volunteers.