We're here to help people grow through horses.

RDA Victoria supports therapeutic riding programs across our state – bringing confidence, strength and connection to people of all ages and abilities.

Who we are

RDA Victoria (RDAV) is the state association for Riding for the Disabled in Victoria. We work with 33 centres – and more than 1,200 volunteers – to make equine-assisted activities safe, welcoming and accessible.

Every week, people across Victoria experience connection, joy and confidence through our riding programs.

Community

Horses

Volunteers

Inclusion

What we do

Our impact, together

“Jordan’s weekly ride helps build balance and independence – and gives him a moment he looks forward to all week.”

Jordan

RDA Victoria

700+

riders take part each year

1,200+

volunteers make sessions possibleriders take part each year

33

centres across Victoria

1,000+

people are currently waiting for a turn

How we work with RDA Australia

RDAV is proud to be part of the national Riding for the Disabled network. RDA Australia (RDAA) develops the national coaching standards, safeguarding frameworks and policies that guide our work.

Here in Victoria, we deliver the programs, support our centres and look after our incredible volunteers and horses.

The people behind RDAV

Our Board, staff and centre leaders work together to keep riders safe, supported and welcomed.

Adam Giles

Ambassador

James Lantry

CEO

Tanya Twaits

President

John Tran

Secretary

Maria DiGregorio

Treasurer

Christalyne Look

Board Member

Daniel Clohesy

Board Member

Elaine Montagriffo

Board Member

Kelly Shulz

Board Member

Gareth Beck

Chair of Horse Welfare Subcommittee

Stacey Murray

Chair of Training & Competition Committee

Ex Officio Members

Cara Holland

Kevin Glennon

Mark Constable

Nikki Tamblyn

Philippa Molnar

Our supporters

Our partners help create more rides, more pathways and more opportunities across Victoria.