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A HUGE well done to Daisy, an independent rider for Garsington RDA, and her pony Alfie who went to the British Dressage Para Championships at Hartpury last week.  They were an incredible 3rd in the G7 class. But they also did the Virtus Competition. Virtus is the brand name of the International Federation for athletes with intellectual impairment and is a founding member of the International Paralympic Committee. Daisy and Alfie won their Virtus class. Brilliant results.

Join us in Making a Difference! Volunteer with Wyfold RDA

Are you passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in your community? Wyfold Group is looking for enthusiastic and competentvolunteers to join our friendly team.

About Us: The Wyfold Group of the RDA provides therapeutic riding opportunities to individuals with disabilities. Our mission is to improve the lives of our riders by enhancing their physical, mental, and emotional well-being through horses.

Why Volunteer with Us?

• Make a Difference: Help individuals with disabilities achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
• Community Engagement: Join a supportive and passionate community of volunteers and riders.
• Personal Growth: Gain valuable experience, develop new skills, and boost your confidence.
• Fun and Rewarding: Enjoy a fulfilling and enjoyable volunteer experience in a beautiful outdoor setting.

What We’re Looking For:

• Competent and Fit Individuals: Volunteers should be physically capable of assisting with various tasks, including walking alongside riders and helping with stable duties.
• No Horse Experience Required: You don’t need to be “horsey” – just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
• Commitment: We ask for a regular commitment to ensure the consistency and quality of our programs.

How to Get Involved: Ring 01491 680541 or Email [email protected]

Team Abingdon are looking for a fun and enthestiastic groom to help care for their 12 horses and ponies at their beautiful yard in the village of Southmoor, Oxfordshire.

Hours – To start in September, 25 hrs a week including some evenings and saturdays.

Please contact Abingdon’s chair Karen Stubbs on [email protected] for further information!

National Office are hiring: Marketing & Communications Manager and a Communications Coordinator

For further details click here! If interested please submit your CV and a covering to Best Talent Solution Ltd – [email protected]

Job Vacancy at Ravenswood RDA

RDA Ravenswood based in Crowthorne Berkshire, is looking for a new stable lead, preferably full time. They offer carriage driving, riding, and equine therapy sessions 5 days a week. For further information please contact Adam Godwin on 07907 575624 or email [email protected]

The results are in! Below you will find the details of all the South Region riders that were in the placings.

Friday 12th

• Lambourn – Sophia Aitken placed 4th in the Performance Showing Led Walk & Trot
• Lambourn – Tara Aitken placed 3rd in Class 58 Dressage Freestyle Grade 2.

Saturday 13th

• South Bucks – Francesca Sofflett placed 2nd in Class 60 Dressage Chamionships Led, Walk Only (Junior)
• South Bucks – Bryony Moss placed 1st in Class 61 Dressage Championship Led Open (Senior)
• Lambourn – Sophia Aitken placed 1st in Class 61 Dressage Championship Led Open (Junior)
• Lambourn – Frankie Townsend placed 1st in Class 63b RDA Showjumping Level 4 Open (Junior)
• Lambourn – Frankie Townsend placed 2nd in Class 77 Dressage Freestyle Grade 6 Canter (Junior)
• Garsington – Daisy Britnell placed 3rd in Clsss 79 Dressage Freestyle Grade 7 Canter (Junior)
• Lambourn – Penny Burton placed 5th in Class 80 Dressage Championships Grade 6 Walk & Trot (Senior)
• Lambourn – Emily Halsey placed 2nd in Class 80 Dressage Championships Grade 6 Walk & Trot (Senior)
• Lambourn- Franke Townsend placed 1st in Class 83 Dressage Championships Grade 6 Open Canter (Junior)
• Garsington – Daisy Britnell placed 1st in Class 85 Dressage Championship Grade 7 Open Canter (Junior)
• South Bucks – Harry Baverstock placed 10th in Class 87a Countryside Challenge Led/ SW (Junior)
• Garsington – Daisy Britnell placed 1st in Class 90b Countryside Challenge Independent Open (Junior)

Sunday 14th

• South Bucks – Thea Clifford placed 3rd in Class 104 Dressage Championships Led Walk & Trot (Junior)
• Windmill Boldre – Theo Ainsworth placed 5th in Class 104 Dressage Championships Led Walk & Trot (Junior)
• Lambourn – Ellen Benn placed 4th in Class 115 Dressage Championship Grade 6 Walk Only (Senior)
• South Bucks – Tom Hipwell placed 12th in Class 119 Dressage Championship Grade 7 Walk & Trot (Junior)
• Wyfold – Nikki Panting placed 10th in Class 119 Dressage Championship Grade 7 Walk & Trot (Junior)
• South Bucks – Elish Camargo-Bakalha placed 7th in Class 119 Dressage Championship Grade 7 Walk & Trot (Junior)
• Wyfold – Emily Evans placed 6th in Class 119 Dressage Championship Grade 7 Walk & Trot (Junior)
• South Bucks – Maddie Hutchins placed 1st in Class 124a Countryside Challenge Led with 1 SW (Junior)
• South Bucks – Rosie Kennedy placed 4th in Class 125a Countryside Challenge Led or 1 SW (Junior)
• Lambourn – Sophia Aitken placed 4th in Class 130 Best Turned Out (Junior)

A massive congratulations to all our riders who competed at Nationals and a big thank you and well done to the support teams!