World Horse Welfare Krystal was rehomed by the voluntary youth organisation The Horse Rangers Association nine years ago where she continues to play an instrumental role at the Royal Mews where she is stabled.
During term time, the Krystal is included in the organisation's associated Special Needs Section (RDA Group). She provides lessons for both adults and children from local special needs schools in the indoor arena.
Additionally, Krystal is used for able bodied children and young people who are members of the Association to enable them to become associated with, and interested in, horsemanship. They are aged between eight and 18 and study to gain badges under the observation of volunteer officers and instructors.
Many of these 'Horse Rangers' are from backgrounds where they wouldn't be able to afford to own their own horse or pay for riding lessons. Therefore the organisation opens up the world of horsemanship to those who wouldn't normally have the chance, and they are given a unique opportunity to learn to ride on horses such as Krystal while learning about topics including horse care and stable management.
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