Manawatu Riding For Disabled

25/10/2025

A huge thank you to Cloud 9 Palmy Trampoline Park and their customers for the generous donation of $394.02 from their Term 3 charity donations 😊

Introducing one of Cloud 9's Term 3 Charities - Manawatū Riding for the Disabled!

Manawatū Riding for the Disabled provide therapeutic interaction with horses in order to develop increased ability and self esteem for those with physical and intellectual difficulties🐴😀

Their Kaupapa involves providing goal-based riding activities that increase the ability, strength and confidence of people with physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs. 💙🥰

These programs are designed to:
🐎Develop and increase physical activity
🐎Increase communication
🐎 Increase social skills
🐎 Develop confidence and self-esteem

All of Cloud 9's online transaction fees go towards different charities during term time. This term we are supporting local Manawatū charities. You can support these charities by grabbing a token from the front desk and voting by our hydration station. These funds will then be distributed at the end of the term.

24/10/2025

It’s Invisible Disabilities Week (19–25 October)! 🌻

Around 80–85% of people with a disability have one that isn’t visible. These include neurological, cognitive, sensory, mental health, and chronic conditions that aren’t always immediately apparent.

Not all disabilities are visible — but a little understanding and kindness can go a long way in making everyone feel seen and supported.

Image description: A green graphic with sunflower design promoting Invisible Disabilities Week, 19th–25th October. It features a Sunflower lanyard, a person icon with a sunflower, and the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower logo.

05/10/2025

A reminder from our marvellous coaches Carol, Sarah and Fiona that riding starts back this week. Can't wait to see you all again for another great 8 weeks of riding.
📷 this fantastic photo was taken by the amazing and generous Cate Thomas Horse Photographer. Cate has donated her time and talent to help us share our amazing service. Keep an eye out for some great Christmas ideas 🐴🎅🎄

03/10/2025

A HUGE thankyou to everyone who came for a pony ride over the school holidays. They are such a great way to help raise awareness and much needed funds. These are two of our very happy riders. Keep an eye out for events that will be happening in Term 4 and the holidays 🐴😊

28/09/2025

Kiwi enjoying some sunshine and self care (rolling to help get rid of the last of her winter coat) with friends. We hope everyone has had a great weekend

25/09/2025

Volunteers - they are the absolute backbone of RDA's all over the country. If they aren't busy doing the doing they're busy upskilling so they can do the doing even better. Recently some of our volunteers were in the arena freshening up their leading skills 💪

24/09/2025

Our next fundraising day of pony rides is next Friday the 3rd of October from 9.30am - 12pm.

Come along and enjoy the ponies in safe, undercover arena all while supporting a great cause.

As always, message or comment to book your spot - these fill up fast!

23/09/2025

We're opening up our very popular unmounted sessions again for Term 4. Have you always wanted to spend time with horses but never had the opportunity? Read the info in this photo and get in touch to book a space.

23/09/2025

A big thank you to Bunnings Warehouse Palmerston North and the herb farm for donating some amazing products for our raffle at Libre tomorrow night. Got to be in it to win it so if you haven't yet booked a table get on it !!!

22/09/2025

We’ve had a fabulous first day of pony rides today and there are still spaces open for tomorrow - message or comment to book your spot!

It’s that time of year again where we are looking forward to hosting our popular fundraiser event - pony rides!

We have THREE days lined up this time, starting with Monday the 22nd and Tuesday the 23rd from 9.30am - 12.30pm. As always, bookings are essential and limited so please be prompt to avoid missing out.

The third day will be Friday the 3rd of October and a flyer will be out for that day towards the end of the week.

17/09/2025

This time next week you could be sipping sangria and playing bingo with your friends 🍹
We need to fill some more seats to make the most out of this awesome fundraiser. Grab some friends and book a table for a fun night out. Fantastic raffles will also be up for grabs. Call Libre today to book a table for dinner and bingo 062223555

https://facebook.com/events/s/loteria/10013450755371101/

15/09/2025

Our resident ducklings making it known spring has sprung (bring back the glorious sunshine we had yesterday!!!) 🦆🌞