Festina Lente is this year’s Positive Strides equine charity at the RDS Dublin Horse Show
In celebrating the positive impact that equestrianism has had on society in general, the RDS is once again brought back 'Positive Strides to the 2023 RDS Dublin Horse Show'. The initiative is sponsored by Mannon Farm and this year’s nominated charity is the Irish equine organisation, Festina Lente.
Through demonstrations and panel discussions during the Show, Festina Lente will celebrate the impact that equestrianism has on everyday life and in particular for those that need that relationship more than others.
Tickets for this year's 2024 Dublin Horse Show can be bought through Ticketmaster.
Demonstrations
On Friday, Saturday and Sunday there will be a demonstration which showcase not only the diversity of the horse but also how they can be for everybody. Included is a demonstration of Equestrian Vaulting with 12 equestrian vaulters, Therapeutic Riding demonstrating how the movement of the horse impacts on our musculoskeletal system, equine assisted learning and how working with horses can improve our social and emotional well-being. This is followed by a demonstration by two Para Dressage riders, two Dressage Ireland riders and a very special performance by Jonty Evans and Rourkes Drift.
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Date |
Demonstration in Ring Number |
Demonstration Time |
Panel Discussion time |
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Friday 11th |
2 |
11.40 – 12.25 |
1.30pm |
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Saturday 12th |
2 |
13.35 – 14.20 |
3.00pm |
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Sunday 13th |
1 |
16.00 – 16.45 |
2.30pm |
Panel Discussions
Number 1
Title: How Therapeutic Riding can improve our Musculoskeletal Health and Wellbeing
Date: Friday 11th August
Venue: RDS Library
Time: 1.30pm
This panel discussion will present the latest research on exploring the benefits of the horse’s movement on our musculoskeletal health and how and why this movement is beneficial. It will also present the personal experiences and perspectives of both young persons and adults as Therapeutic Riders and a Therapeutic Riding Coach. A Q & A session will also be included.
Number 2
Title: How engagement with horses can improve Mental Well-being for Adults
Date: Saturday 12th August
Venue: RDS Library
Time: 3.00pm
This panel discussion will present the latest research on the benefits of engagement with horses on mental wellbeing of adults and potential reasons how and why horses may contribute. It will also include the personal experiences and perspectives of adults who have engaged in equine assisted activities, an equine assisted activity programme facilitator and those who have referred clients to equine assisted activity programmes.
Number 3
Title: How engagement with horses can improve Mental Well-being for Adults
Date: Sunday 13th August
Venue: RDS Library
Time: 2.30pm
This panel discussion will present the latest research on the benefits of engagement with horses on the mental wellbeing of young people and potential reasons how and why horses may contribute. It will also present the personal experiences and perspectives of young people who have engaged in equine assisted activities, an equine assisted activity programme facilitator and those who have referred clients to equine assisted activity programmes.
Wednesday 9th to Sunday 13th:
Miniature Shetland Ponies in the Kids Zone (behind the Grand Stand)
Wednesday 14th to Sunday 18th:
Festina Lente Stand in the RDS Main Hall showcasing the work of Festina Lente.
