About this yard
Arrow Riding Centre for the Disabled was founded in 1982 by the Dartford Lions Club, based in Darenth Park, Dartford. Entirely self-funded, needing roughly £140,000 a year to operate, it provides therapeutic riding for ages 18 months to 84, all abilities, with the opportunity to compete at national and para-potential level. The GB Para Dressage team trains here. Facilities include indoor and outdoor arenas, woodland walks and over 100 acres of private hacking, 14 horses and ponies plus a mechanical dressage simulator, two hireable conference rooms, and wheelchair-accessible facilities including a lift and adapted changing and shower rooms.
The centre employs 4 full-time qualified RDA coaches plus 3 voluntary coaches, over 50 volunteers, and has an on-site paediatric physiotherapist providing hippotherapy.
This venue takes bookings by phone.
Call Arrow Riding Centre for the Disabled 01322 294390General riding kit (check with your yard)
A riding hat to a current recognised safety standard. Many yards lend hats; ask when you book.
Boots with a small heel are usual for riding. Requirements vary by yard, so check when you book.
Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes you can move in. Check with the yard if you are unsure.
Long hair tied back, and jewellery removed before riding.
New to riding kit? Read our guide to what to wear horse riding.
Riders arriving in unsuitable clothing or footwear may not be able to ride, for their own safety. If in doubt, contact the yard before your visit.
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