Equestrian Team

The Equestrian Team is comprised of special needs individuals seven years of age or older. On Saturdays, the Equestrian team mounts up to learn to ride and this team goes on to compete in adapted classes in horse shows.  They have shown in the Equestrian Special Olympics, 4H, and open horse shows in Rockingham County.

Schedule:
Equestrian Team rides are held on Saturdays and generally run from April through October, pending weather. Times will vary based on seasonal temperatures. Facebook will be your resource for ride times and possible cancelations due to weather conditions or other circumstances. (Even if you don’t have a Facebook account, it is a public page that you will be able to view).

Horse show dates/times will be available as we find shows to participate in, and will be listed on the calendar on the main page of the website, and will be provided at the rides, as well as listed on Facebook and e-mail.

Enrollment Process:
Parents/Guardians must attend a training class for the program each year/season. We hold one large annual meeting between Feb and March. (If available, we may be able to schedule mid-year trainings.)  The Spring Ride training is scheduled for Feb 23 at 1:30.  Location:  1891 Bethlehem Church Rd Reidsville.  (Bethlehem United Methodist Church).

Forms required for enrollment:
(Once completed, forms should be mailed, e-mailed, or hand-delivered. See Contact Us page for contact info.)
Please note: Children cannot be added to the schedule until forms are received.

Rolling Ridge Riding Medical Release Form
Rider Registration Form
Rolling Ridge Riding Volunteer Form (one per parent/guardian)
Volunteer Comfort Rating Form (one per parent/guardian)

*If not signed in front of a Rolling Ridge Riding board member, the “with Notary” forms must be completed and notarized. (see Riding Forms page for all forms)

What to Wear:

Riders:

  • Close-toed shoes – no flip-flops/sliders/sandals
  • Jeans/pants, or long shorts – saddles can get hot in the summer

Parents/Volunteers:

  • Close-toed shoes – no flip-flops/sliders/sandals
  • Jeans/pants, or long shorts – if shorts are worn, they must be at least fingertip length
  • Hats are permitted (ball caps/wester-wear), but NOT winter wear items or toboggans – during warm/hot weather it is unsafe due to the potential of overheating

What to Bring:

*These are simply suggestions, not requirements*

  • Lawn chairs/picnic blankets (there are picnic tables available for your use)
  • Water – Rolling Ridge Riding does provide bottled water for their volunteers and riders, but if preferred, you can bring your own. (This is also an item greatly welcomed as donation!)
  • Helmet – Rolling Ridge Riding provides all riders with appropriate riding helmets. If you prefer to bring your own, please ensure it is a certified riding helmet. Bike helmets or other athletic helmets are not considered appropriate riding attire
  • Sunglasses will be helpful as the sun is bright as it is setting beyond the riding ring