What Happens in a RDA Session?
5 phases, 4+ activities, every session ends
with parents feedback

Part 1: Meet in the Stable 35 min

Meet the horses (10 min) Children are introduced to each horse by name, learning to read their body language and approach calmly
Grooming equipment (5 min) Each tool is named and demonstrated: what it does, why it matters, how to hold it safely
Grooming & bonding (10 min) Children brush and care for their horse; this is often where the quietest breakthroughs happen
Horse anatomy (10 min) Children learn the names of body parts, building vocabulary and confidence through touch

Part 2: Getting Ready 20 min

Children prepare their bodies and minds for riding: practicing posture, balance, and the basic cues they'll use in the saddle. This phase builds confidence before the pressure of a game.

Part 3: Playing with Purpose 40 min

The core of every session. All games are played on horseback and chosen to meet specific therapeutic goals. But to the children, it just feels like fun.
Basketball: shooting into a hoop while mounted, building coordination and aim
Beanbag toss: throwing and catching at varying distances, improving focus and motor control
Hula hoop: passing through or around hoops on horseback, developing spatial awareness
Poles: navigating between ground poles, practicing steering and patience

Part 4: Saying Goodbye to Horses 10 min

Part 5: Parents Conversation 10 min