Riding For The Disabled Association Australia South West Centre

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Riding For The Disabled Association Australia South West Centre

Riding for the Disabled Association Australia South West is a not for profit organisation. RDAASW is run entirely by volunteers!

Kind and considerate people, from all walks of life, who come together, to help others develop abilities and enrich lives through equestrian activities. We are open Tuesday and Wednesday 8.30am to 12:00 noon, during school terms. If you have any queries, please ring the office during those hours on 0439 923 314.

13/08/2026

Recently two of our own - RDA participant Bobbie and coach Caitlyn braved the winter weather to head along to the 2026 Winter Games, hosted by Horsepower-Collie recently, and came home with some brilliant results to show for it.

Bobbi took out first place in Jackpot Jumping, going up against a seriously speedy field in her age group, and also picked up the Coaches Award — recognising her hard work, determination and the progress she's made in the saddle. What an effort!

Caitlyn was right there competing alongside her, taking on six events across the day - keyhole, barrel race, cups, flags and jackpot jumping - and came away with an impressive three firsts and three seconds. A brilliant all-round performance!

Days like this don't happen without an enormous amount of support behind the scenes. A huge thank you to Jodie, who brought her own float along so Bobbi and Caitlyn's horse could get there and back safely, Jennifer, who generously covered the travel costs for the day, and Karen from RDA South West, who came along to support the team and cheer everyone on.

Thank you also to Horsepower-Collie for organising and hosting such a fantastic, well-run event - it's opportunities like these that give our riders the chance to build confidence, test their skills and be part of the wider riding community.

Well done, Bobbie and Caitlyn - we're very proud! 💛

10/08/2026

Our toilet block has had a full overhaul, and it's made a bigger difference than you might think.

Accessible bathrooms aren't a nice-to-have here; they're crucial to the running of our centre! Many of our riders need space to move, room for a carer or a wheelchair, and facilities that genuinely work for them.

Bunbury Men's Shed took the entire renovation job on. They donated every hour of labour and supplied the materials from their own supplies. They also got onto Galvin's Bunbury, who donated all the plumbing hardware we needed.

Thanks to Bunbury Mens Shed and Galvin's Plumbing Bunbury something that every single family who comes through our gate will use.

Thank you Bunbury Mens Shed and thank you Galvins Plumbing Supplies. We're extremely grateful for your generosity!

04/08/2026

Last but absolutely not least - meet Cleo. 🧡

Cleo is a 14hh Arabian mare, born in 2011 and joining our team in 2024. Sweet, patient and as stunning as she is kind, Cleo turns heads wherever she goes - with striking looks, flowing movement and a personality to match. She is also always happy to accept cuddles. Always.

We are so glad to have this beautiful mare in our herd. 🐴

Sponsoring Cleo helps cover the everyday costs of her care - feed, farriery, vet visits and equipment - so she can keep doing what she does best.

Become a sponsor today. Email [email protected] or speak to a team member at the centre. All donations are tax deductible. Registered Charity No: CC22455.

31/07/2026

Say hello to Sebastian - or Seb, as we know him! 🤎

Seb is a big, strong 15.3hh Standardbred gelding, born in December 2010 and the newest addition to our herd, joining us in 2024. Responsive, kind and getting better every single day, he is continuing to grow in confidence with his riders - and he absolutely loves a good brush and plenty of scratches. A horse after our own hearts.

We are so excited to watch Seb settle in and become a key part of our team. 🐴
Your sponsorship helps cover Seb's feed, farriery, vet care and equipment as he finds his feet with us - and helps ensure we can keep welcoming horses like him into our programme.

Become a sponsor today. Email [email protected] or speak to a team member at the centre. All donations are tax deductible. Registered Charity No: CC22455.

24/07/2026

Meet Jazzy - our little firecracker! 🤍

Jazzy is a 12.2hh Riding Pony mare, born in 2009 and joining our herd in 2023. Energetic, always ready for a challenge and with a beautiful way of going - Jazzy loves to go fast and has the movement to match. She is a joy to watch and brings a spark to every session.

Your sponsorship helps keep Jazzy healthy and supported - covering feed, farriery, vet care and equipment so she can keep bringing that energy to our riders each week.

Become a sponsor today. Email [email protected] or speak to a team member at the centre. All donations are tax deductible. Registered Charity No: CC22455.

17/07/2026

Everyone, meet Mr Chips - our longest-serving horse and an absolute legend at the centre! 🤎

Mr Chips is a 13.3hh Connemara x gelding, born in 1999 and with us since 2004. Cheeky, full of personality and always ready to work, he has a dainty trot and great all-round ability that makes him a firm favourite. He also loves a good chest scratch - and honestly, who can blame him.

Over two decades of showing up for our riders. We couldn't be more grateful for this little character. 🐴

Sponsoring Mr Chips helps cover the costs of his care - feed, farriery, vet visits and equipment - keeping him healthy and happy well into his well-earned senior years.

Become a sponsor today. Email [email protected] or speak to a team member at the centre. All donations are tax deductible. Registered Charity No: CC22455.

10/07/2026

Meet Bubbles - sweet-natured, dependable, and a genuinely valued member of our herd. 🤎

Bubbles is a 15.1hh Standardbred mare, born in 2007 and with us since 2018. With a long stride and plenty of movement, she is excellent for helping riders develop balance and core strength - and she brings a calm, willing energy to every session.

Your sponsorship helps keep Bubbles in great shape - covering her feed, farrier, vet care and equipment so she can keep supporting our riders week after week.

Become a sponsor today. Email [email protected] or speak to a team member at the centre. All donations are tax deductible. Registered Charity No: CC22455.

03/07/2026

Meet Aria - bred right here at RDA South West! 🤍

Aria is a 12hh Andalusian x Palouse mare, born in 2013 and a home-grown member of our herd. A sweet mare who tries hard to please, she is a fantastic pony for our developing riders - and she is always first at the gate, ready and raring to come in for work. We love that enthusiasm, Aria!

She is also little sister to our lovely Amber, making them our very own centre sisters. 🐴

Sponsoring Aria helps cover the everyday costs of her care - feed, farriery, vet visits and equipment - so she can keep doing what she loves best.

Become a sponsor today. Email [email protected] or speak to a team member at the centre. All donations are tax deductible. Registered Charity No: CC22455.

26/06/2026

Say hello to Teago — our gentle giant! 🤎

Teago is a 15.3hh Standardbred gelding, born in 1999 and part of our herd since 2007. Steady, reliable and calm, there's not much that phases him — which makes him a brilliant therapy horse, especially for nervous or fidgety riders who need a horse they can truly trust.

Big in size, even bigger in heart. 🐴

Your sponsorship helps keep Teago healthy and working - covering feed, farriery, vet care and more. Every contribution makes a real difference to the riders he supports each week.

Become a sponsor today. Email [email protected] or speak to a team member at the centre. All donations are tax deductible. Registered Charity No: CC22455.

25/06/2026

Celebrating Sienna: Our Southwest Youth Volunteer of the Year 🏆🐴

We've got some very proud news to share - Sienna, one of our wonderful Tuesday volunteers, has been named Southwest Youth Volunteer of the Year! Sienna was nominated by our Hippotherapy Coach and long-time volunteer Margaret Paterson for the annual Volunteers South West awards, held at the Sunset Soiree at the Mantra Lighthouse Hotel on 21 May 2026 - and she won. We couldn't be more proud.

Sienna's been with RDA South West for a year now, and in that time she's become one of those volunteers a centre quietly relies on - always there, always willing, always genuinely happy to be helping out. Most mornings she's up and at the track before the sun's properly risen, training racehorses - trotting, cantering, getting horses ready for race day. Then it's home for feeding and more work, and then school.

We asked Sienna what she loves about volunteering with us, and she didn't hesitate. "I love it all," she said. "I love the horses, and I make friends with all the riders."

Volunteers like Sienna aren't just filling a roster slot - they're building real relationships with our riders, session after session, and that consistency means everything to the families we support.

Sienna's about to graduate from Southwest Community College, with racing in her sights for the future. Wherever that takes her, we know she'll bring the same heart and dedication she's shown every single Tuesday at our centre.

Congratulations, Sienna - this award is so well deserved. Thank you for everything you bring to our RDA family. 💛

Address

746 Bussell Highway
Gelorup, WA
6230

Telephone

+61439923314

Website

https://rdaasw.org.au/

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