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The New MyRDA Is Here!

September 26, 2025 Katy 0

MyRDA has moved! We’ve refreshed and relaunched the site to make it simpler, clearer, and more enjoyable to use. From guidance and resources to the latest news, everything you need is now just a click away, with new features like a personalised dashboard, comprehensive search tools, refreshed content, and built in accessibility features.

Use this link to acess the new MyRDA – https://my-rda.org.uk/

Showing you around

To make sure everyone gets the best start with the site, we’d love to show you around it. We’ll be hosting a webinar at 6pm on the 30th September, where you’ll get a chance to see the sites new features, find out how to create an account, and ask any initial questions you might have.

Use this link to sign up for the Webinar – https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/52f1b78b-d94f-4375-b9b2-c977ea08c085@783d53b6-0141-48e4-9757-93f32162b59b

What will I need to do to sign up to MyRDA?

From the 30th September you’ll be able to create an account on the new website. You’ll be able to access it from the old MyRDA, but also from a new, standalone URL – whichever works best for you. Most importantly, you’ll still be able to access your old bookmarks, to make sure you don’t lose any crucial information immediately.

By using a log in system, we’ll be able to support you with personalised information based on your favourite topics, which will be easily accessible from anywhere on the website.

Support after we’ve launched

We know that people might have questions about the site after it’s launched – so across October, we’ll be providing drop in sessions that will be open to everyone. You can come along with your own questions, or questions from your group or centre. You can use any of the links below to sign up ahead of time if you’d like to.

8th October 6 pm – https://rda.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=24bedaaf2d8092ecf889f6d70&id=975f32718f&e=4d3aec824b

14th October 6 pm – https://rda.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=24bedaaf2d8092ecf889f6d70&id=920fd26df7&e=4d3aec824b

22nd October 6 pm – https://rda.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=24bedaaf2d8092ecf889f6d70&id=a2e7421fa1&e=4d3aec824b

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RDA UK Advisory Board applications are open!

July 6, 2025 Katy 0

The opportunity to serve on RDA Advisory boards are now open!

Serving on an advisory board is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise, provide strategic input, and help shape the future of our work. We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds who are passionate about making a meaningful impact.

The Advisory Boards will focus on:

  • Member Group Quality and Standards – Supporting RDA UK to maintain strong controls on quality and standards across all Member Groups.
  • Activity – Advising on the full range of riding, carriage driving, equine-assisted services, and competitions.
  • Equine Welfare – Ensuring our horses receive the highest standards of care, treated with compassion and respect.

To find out more about the roles within Advisory Boards and to submit your application head to the RDA website or click here!

NOTE – Applications close on the 31st of July 2025

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WINNER WINNER!!!

June 27, 2025 Katy 0

AMAZING news for the South Region! We have THREE winners in the National 2025 RDA Awards! We are so unbelievably proud of them all, a MASSIVE well done!

Katy Lake – Wyfold RDA

Young Coach of the Year Award

“I am beyond honoured to be awarded a young coach of the year 2025 award! RDA has become a huge part of my life over the last few years and even whilst I’m away at university getting my degree I am look forward to coming home and teaching. I feel my riders successes as if they are my own and it is a pleasure to find ways to make them smile and help them achieve their goals!”

Alice Summersbee – AIM RDA

Coach Mentor of the Year

“I’ve been passionate about RDA and RDA coaching for 9 years now: I know how important good mentorship can be and what a difference it can make to having a positive coaching environment. Developing your skills and feeling confident in your abilities as a coach isn’t always easy, but it’s much easier with the right support. Our RDA family needs good coaches to drive it into the future, so it means the world to me that RDA have recognised me as a mentor for other coaches.”

Lady – Shifford Carriage Driving Group RDA

Equine of the Year Award

“I was so proud and excited when telling my best friend and paddock companion, Pixie, about the award. Pixie is hoping to retrain as a driving pony and to become my RDA apprentice.”