Scheduled Online CPD Courses

All courses start at 7pm count as 2 CPD points

For more information please visit Woodlands Training

10 Jan - BHS Stage 4 Business Management Session 1 of 4

11 Jan - Coaching Dressage

17 Jan - BHS Stage 4 Business Management Session 2 of 4

18 Jan - Coaching SJ

23 Jan - BHS Stage 4 Business Management Session 3 of 4

31 Jan - Grassland Management Session 4 of 4

1 Feb - Coaching XC 

8 Feb - Breeding

13 Feb - BHS Stage 4 Coach Lesson Plans (Dressage and Lunge)

15 Feb - 'Why That Mark' Debbie Jones Grand Prix Dressage Judge

20 Feb - BHS Stage 4 Coach Lesson Plans (SJ and XC)

21 Feb - BHS Stage 3 Coach Lesson Plans 

22 Feb - Foal to 4 Years Backing to Basics

28 Feb - Lungeing and Long Reining 

7 Mar - Conformation

14 Mar - Bones, Muscles, Tendons and Ligament

9 Apr - Skin Diseases

11 Apr - Modern Diagnostic Techniques

16 Apr - Modern Saddlery

18 Apr - Equine Nutrition

23 Apr - Bits and Biting

25 Apr - Getting Horses Fit (3 points)

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These interactive webinars will be particularly useful to Stage 3 and 4 candidates as we will look at the movements from Intro to elementary.

During the Zoom we will cover …

- exactly what the Dressage Judge needs to see in a variety of movements

- breaking down training, warm up and test riding for individual types

- how the Scales of training marry up and reflect scores

- clear definitions

- the new dressage tests and what this means for us as trainers

- an opportunity to ask well established List 3a and FEI judge (Alex Gingell) anything you like! 

25th Mar 1pm-5pm Book Now

8th Apr 1pm-5pm Book Now 

7pm - 8:30pm | 1 CPD point  

A deep dive into the influence of the
saddle on horse and rider, with reference to whole horse and targeted area
dissection. What signs should the rider and trainer be aware of that indicates
the horse is uncomfortable? The basic rules of saddle fit to the static horse,
and the less obvious considerations The trapezius muscle and ligaments, why are
they relevant to saddle fit? Identifying crookedness and achieving symmetry What
happens when the rider is on board and the horse is moving? Rider symmetry and
balance Stiffness and pain in joints and the impact on saddle movement

Cost £6

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11.30am - 13.00pm | 2 CPD points  | £15

APCs have a huge impact in the equestrian community; they are often the first port of call for advice for their clients, mentors to those looking to take their first steps into the industry and are the backbone of riding schools, pony clubs and riding clubs up and down the country.

Attendees of this workshop will explore the leadership involved in being an APC, the opportunities and challenges this can present and develop the communication skills to navigate the role.

The workshop will be an interactive, facilitated session with discussion, Q&A and resources to support continued learning.

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7:30pm - end time TBC | 2 CPD points  | £15

Introduction to Coaching Mindset Definition of
coaching mindset Importance of mindset in personal and professional development
Role of a coach in guiding mindset shifts Understanding Success and Failure
Different perspectives on success and failure How success and failure are
interconnected Common misconceptions about success and failure

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7pm - 9:30pm | 2 CPD points  | £ 15

In this webinar, Lucy Rees and Samantha Couper take a deep dive into the behaviour of
wild horses, interpret videos of wild horse behaviour, and discuss how a
paradigm shift away from dominance can result in stronger partnerships with our
horses and improve their welfare. Topics discussed include: What does wild horse
social structure actually look like? The origins of the dominance model and a
discussion of its pitfalls The core concepts of the predator-escape model
Harnessing knowledge of horse behaviour to improve your relationship with your
horse The latest science looking at synchrony and friendly behaviours in horses
Videos of aggression in wild horses and possible interpretations of these
behaviours Videos of rarely shown and under-discussed aspects of horse
behaviour, such as autonomy and choice in mares

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10am - 4pm |  6 CPD points  | £75. Early bird or APC coach £60.

How the unconscious mind works
and how this relates to riders 2. How perceptions and patterns arise – and how
to change ones that block riders’ success and enjoyment 3. How to help riders
get the best out of their minds using a variety of simple, fun techniques that
will be practised on the day 4. How to give the riders tips for in and out of
the saddle

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