On 3rd/4th September 2016 a team of 11 of us from the Ainscough Group will be taking part in TrekFest: The Peaks 50k hike. A huge challenge that we will be undertaking in order to help raise funds for Sports Driving Unlimited.
Sports Driving Unlimited is a charity formed to promote equestrian sports driving to disabled, disadvantaged and terminally ill people of all ages. Whole family groups can get involved in the exciting and challenging activities whilst helping them to develop motor skills, confidence, motivation and self esteem - all vital in helping them cope with the challenges of everyday life.
All monies raised will be used to fund lessons and group activities at Chariots of Fire Driving Centre, near Lockerbie and Thompson House Equestrian Centre near Wigan and at other venues in southern Scotland and Cumbria.
"It is a safe, fun and new environment for our kids to learn and develop many essential life skills. It gives them an opportunity to experience a different social setting - experiencing the outdoors, an opportunity that many would otherwise not have. Carriage driving allows the children to build and develop their confidence in new ways and settings. They listen to and respond to instructions in an enjoyable yet meaningful leaning experience. Carriage driving also allows many children to develop their muscle control and strength and work on their posture. Above all, everyone enjoys it and gets more out of it than can be put into words."
