Cost of Sessions
| Group Sessions | £20.00 |
| Under 5’s Sessions | £15.00 (these sessions are supported by parents) |
| Individual Sessions | £30.00 |
| Mechanical Horse Sessions | £25.00 |
| Specialist Sessions and Horse Care | By arrangement |
Payment can be made by cheques to Erme Valley Riding for the Disabled Ltd
Or by BACS
Sort Code: 20-60-88
Account Number: 23050238
We are a charity and therefore organise a lot of fund-raising to cover the cost of running the facility and also fund improvements.
Centre Opening Times
| Monday | 9am – 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am – 1pm |
| Thursday | 10am – 4pm and 6pm – 8pm |
| Friday | 11.30am – 1.30pm |
| Saturday | 9am – 12pm |
Or by private arrangement.
Riding Sessions
Erme Valley RDA sessions form part of the National Curriculum and students can be released from school to take part.
Individual Sessions
Individual sessions are organised when we feel that a rider would find individual attention more beneficial, or when group sessions are not suitable. Individual sessions are also offered to those riders preparing to enter competitions.
Group / School Sessions
For those in mainstream education with Special Educational Needs, these sessions can replace PE lessons and are therefore accepted as part of the National Curriculum. Riding-therapy sessions provide a highly motivating physical or occupational therapy, using a horse as a stimulus.
Riding Sessions
Comprising of groups of up to 6 riders, learning how to ride and enjoying the benefits of our equine friends.
Stable Management
Where appropriate, riders will learn about the care and management of the horse, and what is required to them to enjoy a happy life!
Horse Care Sessions
The RDA offer the opportunity to achieve proficiency awards.
Equine Facilitated Education and Learning
By arrangement
These sessions are organised to cater for individual needs, including ground work, grooming and leading of horses, but does not included riding.
Changing Lives through Horses Programme
Working with riders from primary school age through to the age of 25 this programme includes horse care, yard management and promotes life skills and wellbeing. The course is certified through the BHS and all participants receive a certificate of completion.
Hippotherapy
To improve balance, co-ordination and concentration utilising the movement of the horse
Perthes
Erme Valley RDA has linked up with Derriford Hospital and runs a specific therapeutic programme for individuals living with Perthes
Competition
The opportunity to compete is available to our riders, both at National and local events.
Work Placement
The group offers work experience for those who need our facilities – or just have an interest in our work.
Therapeutic Work
We offer work placements for those on rehabilitation programs, as part of their road back to employment.