#3 The Diamond Dash Summer Fete

CHALLENGE #3
The Diamond Dash Summer Fete (05.07.2015) - CHALLENGE COMPLETED

THE CHALLENGE

Dashing Challengers

Team 1 - Horsey Horsey, Run Run
Andy Connolly - Laura Kelly - Richard Crone - Simon Ponman

Team 2 - The Brave Sir, Robins
Peter Lewis (Capt) - Daniel Rea - James Geary - James Burchill

Team 3 - The Hoopettes
Kim Taylor (Capt.) - Stacy Taylor - Tracy Lacy - Claire Capon

Team 4 - Team Supercalifrag
Ben Hansford (Capt.)

Team 5 - Darling's Dashers
Chris Darling (Capt.)

Team 6 - The Mighty Dashers
Jenna Duffield - Roger Nicholson - Chris Thompson

Team 7 - Team BTEC
Aidan Phillips-Cragg - Jackson King - Kyran Bungeroo

Team 8 - The Happy Gilmores
Jon Small (Capt.) - Sam Belton - Darron Rixson

Team 9 - Stallion Members
Sam Brown - George Toman - Chris Juilence

Individual 5K Runners:
Vicky Manning - Emily Homer - Coralie Smith - Nita Patel

Please join us for the Diamond Dash Fete on 5th July to support this wonderful Diamond Centre for Disabled Riders!

Run, or enjoy all the fete games, treasure hunt, live bands and food stalls. There will be plenty to keep the kids entertained.

We wanted to create a challenge / event that was fun for all. There is something for everyone - whether you are a serious runner, or prefer taking things slower and enjoying some games and a burger, this event will be the place to be! Everyone is welcome, so please do invite your friends and family to join in. Children can enjoy some fun activities (prizes to be won).

Look forward to seeing you there - please contact me or Paul for further details.

THE CHALLENGER

NAME - Paul McKeown & Katy Collins

Paul and I have know each other since University and both share a passion for fun and helping others. I have volunteered as a helper at Diamond for many years, and Paul has a wealth of experience with coaching and mentoring people of all ages. We both enjoy seeing the benefits that can be gained from support centres. Focusing on Diamond in particular, I have seen many children progress their learning and riding over the years. Personally, I think it is important for disabled people to feel able to partake in an activity, interacting with other people and the horses. Families watch their children progress. It truely is a wonderful place, and is soley able to survive from the kindness of the public.

THE CHARITY

Diamond Centre for Disabled Riders

The Diamond Riding Centre is a charity that has come up a few times now in Challenge12 as it is supported by Katy. It is a horse riding stables specifically tailored to help disabled people. Diamond is purely a charity and relies on donations and goodwill of the public. Disabled people are given the chance of freedom, where they can rise above their disability and develop skills. It provides a chance to build on both mental and physical abilities. Horse riding not only develops muscles helping riders to stretch their flexibility, but also aids learning skills (some more basic than others) alongside the ability to feel independent and free from constraints. People and horses traditionally have a strong bond, and the horses at Diamond are trained to support disabled riders. Diamond requires special equipment to support the safety of both rider and horse, alongside the staff who are both volunteers and permanent members. I (Katy) have worked as a volunteer for many years, helping on most Saturday rides. I see the benefit and development first hand, and appreciate the goodness that Diamond can bring to many people. Diamond is a special place that touches not only the riders and staff, but also the families of those connected - it is a chance for all to see the development riding can bring, alongside provide support within a community of similar families.

PROUD TO BE SUPPORTING

PHOTOS / MEDIA

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