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Ten reasons to get involved with therapeutic riding

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Sarawak Equestrian Sports Association
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Therapeutic riding programs in Sarawak rely on volunteers to help individuals with special needs learn about horses and build confidence. The document provides 10 reasons for getting involved with these programs as a volunteer, such as developing relationships, getting inspired by riders' progress, sharing skills, and learning more about horses. Volunteering is fulfilling and centers need assistance in various roles beyond working with horses. Those unable to volunteer can also support the nonprofit organizations through donations of equipment or funds.

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Persatuan Sukan Ekuestrian Negeri Sarawak Ten Reasons to get involved with Sarawak RDA programs or Therapeautic Riding Programs. Help individuals with special needs to learn about horses, and you just may help yourself as well. It can be dirty, it can be difficult, and you may occasionally end up sweaty hot, feeling a bit frustrated or absolutely elated, but here are some reasons to give therapeutic riding volunteer work a try. Therapeutic horsemanship helps individuals with special needs to ride or interact with horses, both as a fun activity and to build strength and self-confidence. Therapeutic equestrian programs rely on assistance from volunteers to aid students and to keep costs down, and you could be the next enthusiastic helper. Whether working in the field or assisting in the office, whatever your schedule, budget constraints, willingness or ability, therapeutic riding has a place for your volunteer help. Here are ten reasons to give it a shot. 1. Build relationships. Therapeutic riding centers are great places to meet horse people with similar interests. You may network with professionals in the equine field, make a new friend or simply enjoy the camaraderie of working as a team to help others. 2. Get inspired. Watching riders with special needs enjoy their freedom atop a horse can be a priceless experience. There’s nothing quite like seeing a child who came for a first ride a bit scared open into a confident, happy and stronger rider. Observing how parents, family members and friends of the riders have faced their challenges with patience and courage— these examples can stir bravery in your own life. 3. Feed your soul. Altruism is good for the spirit. You may also gain a sense of accomplishment, a new perspective and an appreciation of life. 4. Get some air. Enjoy the exercise, fresh air and barn time. Grooming and tacking horses, walking or jogging around the ring and being close to nature are all side effects of volunteer work. Volunteering can be a great break from work and normal duties, and it can be a lot more fulfilling than screen time. 5. Share your skills. Horse people are valuable helpers at therapeutic riding centers, but many centers seek assistance in areas from office help to carpentry. Horse people make great horse leaders, sidewalkers and barn helpers, but there is often a job for anyone who would like to help. From greeting parents and taking care of paperwork to helping with fundraisers and public relations, equipment maintenance, creating fun and cheerful atmosphere, taking photos, many skills and efforts are needed for contributing at a therapeutic center. 6. See horses in a new dimension. Watching firsthand how a pony recognizes the need to be extra patient with an unsteady rider and seeing the direct aid equines can give to persons in need, you may see horses and riding in a new way. Volunteers often build friendships with the four-legged therapists, appreciating how the horses they love selflessly help others and accomplish amazing things.
7. Learn more about horses. If you are new to the equine world, getting comfortable with horses in a safety-oriented environment is a bonus as you learn to help others. If you have a lot of equestrian experience, passing it on to new volunteers can help you further master your skills and build confidence. Many centers provide free training and will help you find a comfortable role. If volunteering time and energy is not for you, here are other ways to get involved: 8. Donate used riding gears or equipment in good condition. Or anything that is benefiting the RDA program and the riding center. 9. Ekuestrian Sarawak is a nonprofit organization and will provide you with a receipt for a tax deduction for monetary donations via Sarawak Sports Commission or Majlis Sukan Negeri Sarawak. 10. Keep informed. Many centers provide updates via e-mail, sms, Facebook and other social media outlets, so sign up to keep in touch with your local center’s needs. Whether you have time, skills or funds to share, a therapeutic riding center is a worthy recipient. To learn more or deciding to be a volunteer, call/sms : 014-6820199 Cikgu Amir Mahmud Piang or Cikgu Drusilla Allyn : 016-8738463 or send us an E-Mail to : ekuestrian.sarawak@gmail.com

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Ten reasons to get involved with therapeutic riding

  • 1. Persatuan Sukan Ekuestrian Negeri Sarawak Ten Reasons to get involved with Sarawak RDA programs or Therapeautic Riding Programs. Help individuals with special needs to learn about horses, and you just may help yourself as well. It can be dirty, it can be difficult, and you may occasionally end up sweaty hot, feeling a bit frustrated or absolutely elated, but here are some reasons to give therapeutic riding volunteer work a try. Therapeutic horsemanship helps individuals with special needs to ride or interact with horses, both as a fun activity and to build strength and self-confidence. Therapeutic equestrian programs rely on assistance from volunteers to aid students and to keep costs down, and you could be the next enthusiastic helper. Whether working in the field or assisting in the office, whatever your schedule, budget constraints, willingness or ability, therapeutic riding has a place for your volunteer help. Here are ten reasons to give it a shot. 1. Build relationships. Therapeutic riding centers are great places to meet horse people with similar interests. You may network with professionals in the equine field, make a new friend or simply enjoy the camaraderie of working as a team to help others. 2. Get inspired. Watching riders with special needs enjoy their freedom atop a horse can be a priceless experience. There’s nothing quite like seeing a child who came for a first ride a bit scared open into a confident, happy and stronger rider. Observing how parents, family members and friends of the riders have faced their challenges with patience and courage— these examples can stir bravery in your own life. 3. Feed your soul. Altruism is good for the spirit. You may also gain a sense of accomplishment, a new perspective and an appreciation of life. 4. Get some air. Enjoy the exercise, fresh air and barn time. Grooming and tacking horses, walking or jogging around the ring and being close to nature are all side effects of volunteer work. Volunteering can be a great break from work and normal duties, and it can be a lot more fulfilling than screen time. 5. Share your skills. Horse people are valuable helpers at therapeutic riding centers, but many centers seek assistance in areas from office help to carpentry. Horse people make great horse leaders, sidewalkers and barn helpers, but there is often a job for anyone who would like to help. From greeting parents and taking care of paperwork to helping with fundraisers and public relations, equipment maintenance, creating fun and cheerful atmosphere, taking photos, many skills and efforts are needed for contributing at a therapeutic center. 6. See horses in a new dimension. Watching firsthand how a pony recognizes the need to be extra patient with an unsteady rider and seeing the direct aid equines can give to persons in need, you may see horses and riding in a new way. Volunteers often build friendships with the four-legged therapists, appreciating how the horses they love selflessly help others and accomplish amazing things.
  • 2. 7. Learn more about horses. If you are new to the equine world, getting comfortable with horses in a safety-oriented environment is a bonus as you learn to help others. If you have a lot of equestrian experience, passing it on to new volunteers can help you further master your skills and build confidence. Many centers provide free training and will help you find a comfortable role. If volunteering time and energy is not for you, here are other ways to get involved: 8. Donate used riding gears or equipment in good condition. Or anything that is benefiting the RDA program and the riding center. 9. Ekuestrian Sarawak is a nonprofit organization and will provide you with a receipt for a tax deduction for monetary donations via Sarawak Sports Commission or Majlis Sukan Negeri Sarawak. 10. Keep informed. Many centers provide updates via e-mail, sms, Facebook and other social media outlets, so sign up to keep in touch with your local center’s needs. Whether you have time, skills or funds to share, a therapeutic riding center is a worthy recipient. To learn more or deciding to be a volunteer, call/sms : 014-6820199 Cikgu Amir Mahmud Piang or Cikgu Drusilla Allyn : 016-8738463 or send us an E-Mail to : ekuestrian.sarawak@gmail.com