Trustees Annual report
Riding for the Disabled (Antrim group) charity no.104504
Our group exists to provide Equine Activtties for children with special needs in
the Antrim Area.
The principal address for the Charity and contact for the charity Commission is
Hazel Winning OBE (Mrs) 9 Glenbroome Park. Jordanstown. Co. Antrim
BT370RL.
As a group we meet each Tuesday morning during term time with a totsl of 33
days during the year. We have an average of 10 children over two rides.
Our term times are September-December, January--April-June. We have a
total of 10 children per term. As a rule we have new children per term as
identified and selected through the school. some children will return for a
second term. We do include some community referrals depending on
ava.ilable slots in the session
RDA have a grading system, all children are awarded a certificate to recognise
their individual achievements.
We are proud of the achievements of our children. As well as the enjoyment
and fun they have during sessions we notice many posttive outcomes such as
their self confidence, concentration ability to learn new skills and improvement
in their physical abiltties.
We rent our facilities and equines from Linda and Robert Davis (Laurelview).
Our costs are paid on a quarterly basis. Insurance is paid yearly; other
incidentals such as workshops, equipment are paid as needed.
Our income at the moment is from a Business man in Antrim and Education
Authority Nl and occasional donations.
We make every effort to ensure each session is condutted safely and
professionally. All coaches and volunteers are trained to the RDA standards.
Access Nl checks. first aid updated on a regular basis {3 years)

We consider that we have regard to Commissions guidance on public benefits
and have fulfilled our obligation in this respect
On behalf of Trustees
Signed ..
..Chairperson/organiser RDA {Antrim) Group
Trustees
Marie Johnston
William Boreland
Hayley Cunningham
Rosemary Carville
Patricia McKay
Mabel Mccartney
Sandra Morrison
Winnie Bingham
Heather Kerr (Heather has requested she steps down from Trustee role)
Hazel Winning