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In general, two groups of people benefit from what RDA does.
These are broadly
classified as the 'Riders' and 'Others'
An RDA programme is used to develop, increase and improve:
Physical abilities:
- balance, head control, muscle strength, tone and
efficiency
- perception, body symmetry and spatial awareness
- eye/hand and eye/foot coordination
- respiration and circulation
- relaxation and stretching |
Communication and concentration
- language and listening skills
- academic and
cognitive achievement by learning and reinforcement of
letters, numbers,
colours, distances, shapes, body parts
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road safety and rural
lifestyle skills etc
- observation skills |
Social skills
- learning of appropriate/acceptable behaviour
- interacting with peers - individuals and groups
- human/animal contact and bonding, building partnerships
- harmony with, and consideration for others through care of the
horse |
Sport and recreation opportunities
- equestrian skills and horse management
- challenge and success through competition with self and peers
- mobility to otherwise inaccessible areas
- stimulation or relaxation
- motivation, and enjoyment of a worthwhile hobby or interest
- community participation, and work experience |
Increased self esteem, confidence, achievement and independence
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