Pacific Riding for Developing Abilities
Langley, British Columbia
Pacific Riding for Developing Abilities (PRDA) is a not-for-profit society and registered Canadian charity in Langley, British Columbia, offering adaptive therapeutic riding since 1973. It works with riders as young as 3 with a wide range of cognitive and physical abilities, and with people recovering from illness, surgery or an accident. PRDA is a member of the Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association (CanTRA).
- Adaptive riding
- Short-term rehabilitation riding
- Semi-private lessons (30 or 45 minutes)
- Private rides when needed for safety
- Summer mini sessions
- Consultation services
- Children from age 3
- People with cognitive disabilities
- People with physical disabilities
- Riders using autism funding
- People recovering from illness, surgery or accident
More about this center
About the Program
PRDA runs individualized sessions for up to 150 riders a week, year round, using adaptive equipment and settings. Some riders ride independently with a specialized riding instructor, while others are supported by up to five trained people during a ride.
Lessons are semi-private, with up to two riders in a 30-minute class or three in a 45-minute class. The short-term rehabilitation program starts with a confidential inquiry and assessment, followed by an individualized riding plan with costs. Medical professionals and individuals can both inquire.
Sessions and Fees
The year runs in winter, spring, summer and fall sessions, and summer is split into two four-week mini sessions held Monday to Friday. Riders can sign up for one or both.
On the posted fee schedule, semi-private lessons work out to $48 per 30-minute ride or $72 per 45-minute ride for non-funded riders, with slightly higher rates for funded riders. Fees are paid in full before the first ride of each session. If PRDA decides a private ride is needed for safety, the cost is discussed at that time. See our guide to equine therapy costs for comparison.
Volunteering
Volunteers fill more than 200 shifts a week, six days a week. Tasks include side-walking, leading horses, grooming and tacking, and helping riders mount and dismount. Volunteers must be 16 or older and should have some experience with horses, and PRDA provides program training. Event and office roles are also available.
Location
PRDA is at 1088 208 Street, Langley, BC V2Z 1T4, on a 15-acre property at the edge of the Campbell Valley Regional Park trail system.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I register a rider?
Registration forms, the session schedule and fees, and the rider policies are posted on the Registration page at prda.ca. For short-term rehabilitation, start with an inquiry through the Services page or call 604-530-8717.
Are there age or weight limits?
Adaptive riding starts at age 3. The rider policies set a maximum weight of 180 lbs for ambulatory riders including gear and tack, and the head riding instructor may set additional limits for individual riders.
What happens if a rider misses lessons?
Absences are billed at the regular rate except for medical reasons, and missing a whole session for a non-medical reason returns the rider to the waitlist. Riders paying through autism funding are billed for missed rides because the funding does not cover them.
How can I pay?
PRDA accepts cash, cheque, Visa, Mastercard and e-transfer (to admin@prda.ca), in person, by phone or by mail.
Location
Langley, British Columbia V2Z 1T4
Questions to Ask When You Call
The center is the best source for these answers.
- Are you running now, and taking new riders?Start here. We couldn’t confirm a current schedule.
- Which ages and needs do you work with?Ask about experience with your rider’s specific condition.
- Is a licensed PT, OT or speech therapist involved?Therapist-led hippotherapy is usually the only kind insurance may cover.
- What does a session cost, and are there scholarships?Many nonprofit programs offer sliding scales or sponsored spots.
- Do you have a mounting ramp or lift?Important for riders who use a wheelchair or need help mounting.