RDA Seymour Centre

27/02/2025

Advice for RDA Seymour upcoming AGM

14/02/2025

Are you interested in volunteering with us? We would love to hear from you. You can now apply online. Just click the following link and create an account to register your interest and we will be in touch soon.

Once this form is submitted, information provided will be stored in the Riding for the Disabled Association of Victoria Customer Relationship Management system and can be viewed by both:

14/02/2025

Do you need fertiliser for your garden??
We have bags of horse manure available for sale on our lesson days @ $2 a bag. Please message me if interested and I’ll let you know when and where.

11/02/2025

This is Phillip and Lynne - some of the amazing volunteers from the Riding for the Disabled Association in Seymour. Thanks to this program, locals with a disability are provided the opportunity to get involved in horse riding and equine activities. Not only does this promote accessible outdoor activities and physical health - but also provides a space for personal development and growth 🐎

“We are very proud of our obstacle course where the riders take on HUGE challenges like climbing up and down banks, over bridges, up and down steps and many other exciting things. These challenges really help our riders with balance and control and above all else develops self-esteem which only a sense of accomplishment can develop.”

This year, The Community Bank Wallan, Kilmore and Broadford has granted $2000 to the RDA for the purchase of a custom mobility walker - which will assist riders in navigating the sand menage and grass arena. Ultimately, this will allow RDA’s program to become accessible to a far broader range of disabilities.

Our Broadford and Kilmore branch manager Casey has been a long-time member of the RDA, and it was only fitting that Casey be the one to present the new mobility walker!

Your banking can help to support your community, with over $4.6 million reinvested into local initiatives. Say hello, and ask us how! 🥳

17/12/2024

I’m excited to share the news of Sally Wilson’s award. Big congratulations from RDA Seymour to Sally. Very well deserved!

🎉 Congratulations Sally Wilson from RDA Seymour Centre (VIC)! 🎉

Sally is the joint winner of the RDA Australia National Volunteer Service Excellence Award 2024! 🏆

Sally began volunteering with RDA Seymour in early 2014 and became Secretary on the Committee in late 2015, holding the position for eight years through challenging times, including burglary, COVID, and a devastating flood. She has represented RDA on the Kings Park Committee for five years.

Starting Level 0 coaching training in 2018, Sally recently achieved her Level 1 coaching qualification, completing the Lunging and Groundwork modules. With a diploma in Early Childhood Education, majoring in Child Psychology, she effectively interacts with RDA participants.

Under her leadership, a new weekly program was introduced in 2019, attracting additional students. Sally played a crucial role in addressing morale and community relationship issues following a burglary and volunteer challenges. During COVID, she submitted plans that allowed lessons to resume safely.

In 2022, after a flood rendered the centre unusable, Sally relocated the horses to her property, ensuring continuity of lessons and activities. She secured grants for flood relief, replaced equipment, and coordinated the move back to Kings Park.

Sally successfully obtained funding for an accessible bathroom and a roof over the arena, significantly improving the facilities. Her dedication has not only kept the centre operational but also enhanced it beyond its previous state.

Sally's unwavering commitment has had a profound impact on the community. She has strengthened relationships, rebuilt trust, and created a supportive environment for participants and volunteers alike. Her efforts have ensured that RDA Seymour not only survived through adversity but emerged stronger, providing better services and facilities for everyone involved.

RDA Australia is incredibly excited to award Sally with the Volunteer Service Excellence Award in 2024! Our judges, Horseland National Retail Manager Richard Baker, RDAA Life Member Jeanne Stratford, and RDAA Board Director Bridget Bester, could not pass Sally as a joint winner for 2024. Sally, your persistence and contribution are truly inspiring!

Thank you to the RDA Australia National Volunteer Awards sponsor Horseland for your passion and support in celebrating our volunteers, and a special thank you to Kerry Cook who attended the award presentation in Seymour!

06/12/2024

Congratulations to all involved in this wonderful event. RDA Seymour looks forward to being a part of this in the future

14/11/2024

Come and join a wonderful group of volunteers at RDA Seymour.

Our Volunteers 💜 are the lifeblood of RDA Victoria.

From coaching to manning the sausage sizzle, people support RDA in many different ways – and we always need more.

Whatever skills you can bring, giving your time to your local RDA centre will mean that more people with a disability can enjoy the therapy and fun of horses.

If you are interested in joining this wonderful community head to

https://www.rdav.asn.au/get-involved/volunteer/