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RDA is a Member Body of the British Equestrian Federation (
BEF
)
Carriage Driving
Carriage driving has been an important part of RDA since 1975 and there are now almost
100
groups involved giving opportunities to over
1000
drivers.
RDA Carriage Driving is open to all members of RDA and is particularly useful for people who can no longer ride due to disability or prefer a different kind of challenge.
Carriage Driving offers many of the same benefits as
riding
:
Improved co-ordination
Improved muscle power
Improved balance
Relaxation through rhythmic movement
Being out in the open air
Some of the non physical benefits include:
Decision making
Making friends
Achievement
Self confidence
Having fun!
A lot of these benefits can be enhanced by the driver attending on of our many
holidays.
Drivers progress in the same way as riders. Drivers can take proficiency tests to increase and demonstrate their ability and knowledge. They can compete in RDA and
British Driving Society (BDS)
Shows that have disabled classes. Some drivers progress outside of RDA and attend training days and compete internationally.
Carriage driving uses trained, non-disabled volunteers, who sit alongside the driver to teach skills and help if required.
If you are interested in Carriage Driving or becoming a
volunteer
the please contact the
County Chairman
for your area and
Register
to access more information.
We would like to hear from any RDA Carriage Drivers who have a story to share about their experiences in the RDA. These articles will be put on to the RDA website and some may be selected for the RDA page in Carriage Driving Magazine or RDA News. It doesn’t have to be a long piece and can be about anything from a session you’ve enjoyed to an event you’ve taken part in or how RDA has helped or benefited you in any way. It would also be great if you had a picture to accompany your story. Any articles should be sent to the Carriage Driving Secretary at National Office or emailed to
nscotchmer@rda.org.uk
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Carriage Driving Group Log Book
Log Book for Carriage Driving Groups
Vehicles for Sale - June 09
List of carriage driving vehicles for sale
Carriage Driving Proficiency Test Grade 3 Syllabus
Proficiency Test Grade 3 Syllabus Card
Carriage Driving Proficiency Test Grade 2 Syllabus
Proficiency Test Grade 2 Syllabus Card
Spring 09 Carriage Driving Newsletter
Carriage Driving Newsletter
List of Regional Carriage Driving Representatives
Regional CD Reps by Region
Carriage Driving Proficiency Test Grade 1 Syllabus
Proficiency Test Grade 1 Syllabus Card
Riding for the Disabled Association Incorporating Carriage Driving
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