What we Do
Who are EBOP RDAEastern Bay of Plenty Riding for the Disabled (EBOP RDA) is a non-profit organisation. We are one of 54 groups that operate under the umbrella of all NZRDA.
Who Are we?
About Us
Eastern Bay of Plenty Riding for the Disabled (EBOP RDA) is a non-profit organisation. We are one of 54 groups that operate under the umbrella of all NZRDA.
EBOP RDA receives no government funding and relies on fundraising and the generosity of the community to ensure we are able to provide a high level of service to our riders.
We provide therapeutic riding sessions for people with disabilities. At any given time we have over 80 riders attending our sessions. Ages range from 5 to 60+ years.
For the young of age with a physical disability this not only means physical therapy appropriate to their condition, but the opportunity to partake of an activity that crosses physical barriers and gives them a mobility more in keeping with able bodied children their own age.
Children with a non-physical disability such as those diagnosed with the Autistic Spectrum Disorder also benefit from the physical aspects of riding but for them the relationship with the horse comes to the fore.
Our adult riders who may be dealing with the day to day struggles of a debilitating disease encompass all of the above; and for all of our riders it can mean a massive boost in confidence and self- esteem.
Therapeutic riding sessions are conducted four days a week and are planned and facilitated by trained Coaches, with the assistance of our volunteers.
Participation in our sessions sees riders increase in confidence, improve their balance and strength, and learn horse mastership skills. Others may reach independence and be able to enjoy riding as a recreation or sport. The skills they learn will spill over into everyday life.
What do we do?
Become a Rider
Join our team of Fantastic Disabled Riders?
Participation in our sessions sees riders increase in confidence, improve their balance and strength, and learn horse mastership skills. Others may reach independence and be able to enjoy riding as a recreation or sport. The skills they learn will spill over into everyday life.
We currently run four sessions per day Monday-Thursday.
1 hr/week – $85/School Term
Meet the Horses
Pony & Horse Experiences
A great activity for pre-schools, schools groups, and clubs.
Support the EBOP RDA and come and spend some time with us learning about what RDA does, meet our special horses, and perhaps have a pony ride.
Pre-schools & other community groups have loved this!
Contact us to making a booking, or email an inquiry to see what we can do to meet your needs.
Fee TBD/1 hr
Hire our Arena
Groups and Individuals welcome
Our fantastic 60×30 arena is well drained so can be used even in the wettest weather. Stables, Jumps, Bending poles, & Barrels are available on site for use.
$15 per hour(1st rider) + $5 per additional Person/Horse (max $25). Fees may be adjusted to work for different groups, so please do contact us.
All terms and conditions of arena hire must be adhered to at all times
Donate to EBOPRDA
EBOP RDA receives no government funding and relies on fundraising and the generosity of the wider community to ensure we are able to continue to provide a high level of service to our riders and community.
Sponsorship
EBOP Riding for the Disabled has just commenced an exciting sponsorship program. Your sponsorship will help ensure that EBOP RDA will continue to serve the equestrian needs of local riders with disabilities into the future.