Saddle up: discovering the joy of horse riding

At Kettonby, we love discovering what makes each individual smile, and sometimes the best experiences come from introducing someone to something completely new!

Horse riding has become a regular activity for one of the people we support, who thoroughly enjoys spending time with the horses and getting out to the stables. Seeing how much pleasure and enjoyment this activity brings inspired us to explore whether someone else might enjoy the experience too.

We decided it was worth giving it a try, and we're so glad we did! After introducing the opportunity, we were delighted to discover that they loved it just as much.

More than just a ride

Horse riding offers so much more than simply sitting on a horse. It can provide wonderful opportunities to develop confidence, coordination, balance and physical strength, while also encouraging communication, concentration and engagement.

Spending time around horses can also be incredibly rewarding. Their calm and responsive nature can help create opportunities for connection, companionship and enjoyment, while being outdoors and experiencing something different can bring its own benefits to emotional wellbeing.

Perhaps most importantly, horse riding offers a sense of achievement and the opportunity to try something new, challenge yourself and discover a new interest.

Finding what makes everyone happy

At Kettonby, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to explore their interests, discover new hobbies and enjoy experiences that bring meaning and enjoyment to their lives.

We never want to assume that someone won't enjoy something simply because they haven't tried it before. By getting to know the individuals we support and recognising their interests and abilities, we can introduce new opportunities and see where they lead.

It's particularly lovely when an activity becomes something that people look forward to, and we're delighted to have discovered another experience that brings so much enjoyment.

We look forward to many more trips to the stables and plenty more time spent with our four-legged friends!

Sometimes all it takes is a little encouragement and the chance to try something new to discover a whole new passion!