Find a training course or event to support your preparation for your BHS assessment.
The training advertised below, unless specified, is delivered by external providers. The BHS is not
responsible for the content or course fees.
There may also be one-off events organised by BHS Regional Committees - see our local event
listings.
BHS Training Hub
If you still can’t find what you’re looking for with any of the above options, we have a dedicated Facebook page for linking candidates to training.
Please note, Facebook requires users to be a minimum of 13 years old.
Find a course
You will find listings of pre-set courses available for you to book directly with the event organiser.
Challenge Awards and Ride Safe
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If there are no upcoming courses near you please contact your local BHS Approved Centre to see if they are running any Challenge Awards and Ride Safe sessions.
Stage 1
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All BHS run training can be found on our box office.
We run regular sessions and courses for Stage 1.
You can find them listed here
Stage 1 Training (12 Week Course)
Cheshire Riding School, Cogshall Ln, Comberbach, Northwich CW9 6BS
Tuesdays 6-8pm
Course Start Dates:
- 27 October
At Cheshire Riding School, we’re proud to be an approved British Horse Society training and exam centre.
Our BHS Training Courses have seen great success throughout 2025. Designed in line with the official BHS syllabuses, our programmes run on weekday evenings and weekends — ideal for those balancing study with work.
Assessment dates can be found directly on the BHS website.
Course cost: £599
Find out more
Bookings: 01606 892111 or email info@cheshireridingschool.co.uk
Stage 1: 2 Day Camp and Devolved Assessment
Hemps Green Equestrian ltd, Hushwing Farm, Colchester, Essex
Training: 17th & 18th November, 9:30 - 4pm
Assessment: 19th November, timings to be confirmed
£650
Training towards both the ride and care elements with the aim of helping everyone to reach the correct standard before the final exam day
Bookings open on www.hempsgreen.ecpro.co.uk under event bookings
hempsgreenequestrian@gmail.com
Stage 1 Care Lectures:
Wellington Riding, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00am
£55 per session
For either of the above please email or call our reception team for further details:
ridinginfo@wellington.co.uk
Switchboard: 0118 9326308
Stage 1 Ride Sessions
Wellington Riding, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ
• Tuesday 9:00am - 1hr Group Flat Work - £65.00
• Tuesday 11:00am - 1hr Group Flat Work - £65.00
• Wednesday 11:00am - 1hr Group Flat Work - £65.00
• Thursday 9:00am - 1hr Group Flat Work - £65.00
• Friday 11:00am- 1hr Group Flat Work - £65.00
To book: ridinginfo@wellington.co.uk
Switchboard: 0118 9326308
Stage 1-3 Full Time Training Course
Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Monday to Friday throughout the academic year starting September 2024
9am–1pm
Coach – Sue Foley & Carol Spain
Fee - €350 per week
Accommodation available on site
Contact info@clonshire.com
Stage 1 and 2 Training (transition year)
Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Fridays weekly during term time
Coach – Sue Foley
Fee - €70 per session
Contact info@clonshire.com
Stage 2
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All BHS run training can be found on our box office.
We run regular sessions and courses for Stage 2.
You can find them listed here
Stage 2 Training Camp
Hemps Green Equestrian Limited, c/o Hushwing Farm, Mount Bures Road, Colchester, CO6 2AP
- 27 & 28 October
10am - 4pm both days
Can book either 1 or both days. 5 hours of training each day with a BHSI coach covering flat, jump, care and lunge with the chance of skills record sign off, if up to standard
£165
hempsgreenequestrian@gmail.com
Stage 2 Training (12 Week Course)
Cheshire Riding School, Cogshall Ln, Comberbach, Northwich CW9 6BS
Start Dates:
29 October
Thursdays 7pm-9pm
At Cheshire Riding School, we’re proud to be an approved British Horse Society training and exam centre.
Our BHS Training Courses have seen great success throughout 2025. Designed in line with the official BHS syllabuses, our programmes run on weekday evenings and weekends — ideal for those balancing study with work.
Assessment dates can be found directly on the BHS website.
Course cost: £599
Find out more
Bookings: 01606 892111 or email info@cheshireridingschool.co.uk
Stage 2 Training
Wellington Riding, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ
Stage 2 Group Lunge Sessions, £65
Wednesday 10:00am
Fridays 12:00pm
Stage 2 Group Lectures, £55
Tuesday 10:00am
Thursdays 10:00am
Stage 2 Coach Group Sessions, £65
Tuesday 12:00pm
Wednesday 1:00pm
Thursday 12:00pm
Friday 10:00am
Please email or call our reception team or use our ECPro booking system:
ridinginfo@wellington.co.uk
01189326308
Stage 2 Care training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Tuesday morning 9:30am-11:30am
£36.50 (£318 for 10 weeks)
Stage 1-3 full time training course
Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Monday to Friday throughout the academic year starting September 2024, 9am–1pm
Coach: Sue Foley & Carol Spain
Fee: €350 per week
Accommodation available on site
Contact info@clonshire.com
Stage 1 and 2 training (transition year)
Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Fridays weekly during term time
Coach: Sue Foley
Fee: €70 per session
Contact info@clonshire.com
Stage 2 Coach
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All BHS run training can be found on our box office.
We run regular sessions and courses for Stage 2 Coach.
You can find them listed here
Stage 2 Coach Course
Acrecliffe Equestrian Centre, Otley, West Yorkshire LS21 3DN
Tuesday 1st September, 630pm - 8pm (online)
Monday 14th September, 930am - 4pm (in person)
Tuesday 15th September, 930am - 4pm (in person)
£200
A short course with an online introductory evening session, followed by two days of in person training covering elements of the BHS Stage 2 Coach unit.
Bookings can be made via Acrecliffe Hopoti:
https://hopoti.com/en/stable/AcrecliffeEquestrianCentre
Further enquires to Fiona Everall on 07855.307291.
Stage 2 Coach Course (14 Week Course)
Cheshire Riding School, Cogshall Ln, Comberbach, Northwich CW9 6BS
Start Dates:
- 6 September
Sundays 1pm-3pm
At Cheshire Riding School, we’re proud to be an approved British Horse Society training and exam centre.
Our BHS Training Courses have seen great success throughout 2025. Designed in line with the official BHS syllabuses, our programmes run on weekday evenings and weekends — ideal for those balancing study with work.
Assessment dates can be found directly on the BHS website.
Course cost: £806
Find out more
Bookings: 01606 892111 or email info@cheshireridingschool.co.uk
Stage 2 Coach Training Camp
Hemps Green Equestrian Limited
c/o Hushwing Farm, Mount Bures Road, Colchester
CO6 2AP
- 6 & 7 October
10am - 4pm both days
£180
Hands on training for the Stage 2 Coach assessment with a chance to coach or just gain knowledge from the side lines. Covering the group lesson, lead rein lesson and lunge lesson
hempsgreenequestrian@gmail.com
BHS Stage 2 Coach Training
Wellington Riding, Heckfield, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ
Stage 2 Coach Group Sessions
Tuesday 2:00pm
Wednesday 1:00pm
Thursday 2:00pm
Friday 10:00am
£60.00 per session
Please email or call our reception team for further details
ridinginfo@wellington.co.uk
0118 9326308
Stage 2 Coach at Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Wednesday mornings weekly throughout the academic year, 9.30am-1pm, or full-time weekly.
Cost: €80 per session / €350 per week (accommodation available on site)
Coach: Sue Foley
Contact: info@clonshire.com
Stage 2 Coach training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Thursday morning, 9:30am-11:30am
Cost: £48 (£435 for 10 weeks)
To book, contact: stables@ingestre.com
Stage 3
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All BHS run training can be found on our box office.
We run regular sessions and courses for Stage 3.
You can find them listed here
Stage 3 Training (14 Week Course)
Cheshire Riding School, Cogshall Ln, Comberbach, Northwich CW9 6BS
Start Dates:
- 2 October
Fridays 5pm-7pm
At Cheshire Riding School, we’re proud to be an approved British Horse Society training and exam centre.
Our BHS Training Courses have seen great success throughout 2025. Designed in line with the official BHS syllabuses, our programmes run on weekday evenings and weekends — ideal for those balancing study with work.
Assessment dates can be found directly on the BHS website.
Course cost: £739
Find out more
Bookings: 01606 892111 or email info@cheshireridingschool.co.uk
Stage 3 Training Sessions
Wellington Riding, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ
Stage 3 Lunge Sessions, £65:
Wednesday 10:00am
Fridays 12:00pm
Stage 3 Lectures, £55:
Tuesdays 1:00pm
Thursdays 10:00am
Stage 3 Dressage Ride Sessions, £65:
• Tuesday 9:00am
• Tuesday 11:00am
• Wednesday 11:00am
• Thursday 9:00am
• Friday 11:00am
Stage 3 Jump Sessions, £65:
• Wednesday 9:00am
• Thursday 11:00am
• Friday 9:00am
Please email or call our reception team for further details
ridinginfo@wellington.co.uk
Switchboard: 0118 9326308
Stage 3 Care Training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Tuesday morning 9:30am-11:30am
Cost: £44.00 (£377 for 10 weeks)
Contact: stables@ingestre.com
Stage 3 full-time training course
Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Monday to Friday throughout the academic year. 9am-1pm.
Fee: €300 per week. Accommodation available on site
Coach: Sue Foley and Carol Spain
Contact: info@clonshire.com
Stage 3 Coach
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All BHS run training can be found on our box office.
We run regular sessions and courses for Stage 3 Coach.
You can find them listed here
BHS Stage 3 Coach Course
Acrecliffe Equestrian Centre, Otley, West Yorkshire LS21 3DN
Tuesday 8st September, 630pm - 8pm (online)
Monday 21st September, 930am - 4pm (in person)
Tuesday22nd September, 930am - 4pm (in person)
£200
A short course with an online introductory evening session, followed by two days of in person training covering elements of the BHS Stage 3 Coach unit.
Bookings can be made via Acrecliffe Hopoti:
https://hopoti.com/en/stable/AcrecliffeEquestrianCentre
Further enquires to Fiona Everall on 07855 307291 enquiries@acrecliffe.co.uk
Stage 3 Coach Course (16 Week Course)
Cheshire Riding School, Cogshall Ln, Comberbach, Northwich CW9 6BS
Start Dates:
17 October
Saturdays 1pm-3pm
At Cheshire Riding School, we’re proud to be an approved British Horse Society training and exam centre.
Our BHS Training Courses have seen great success throughout 2025. Designed in line with the official BHS syllabuses, our programmes run on weekday evenings and weekends — ideal for those balancing study with work.
Assessment dates can be found directly on the BHS website.
Course cost: £899
Find out more
Bookings: 01606 892111 or email info@cheshireridingschool.co.uk
Stage 3 Coach Training
Wellington Riding, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ
Stage 3 Coach Group Sessions
Tuesdays 3:00pm
£65.00
Please email or call our reception team for further details
ridinginfo@wellington.co.uk
Switchboard: 0118 9326308
Stage 3 Coach Training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Wednesday morning 09:30 - 11:30
£58 (£525 for 10 weeks)
Stage 4
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Many of our Continual Professional Development events are suitable for supporting your training towards Stage 4 qualifications. Other events are listed below.
All BHS run training can be found on our box office.
We run regular sessions and courses for Stage 4.
You can find them listed here
Stage 4 & BHSI Coach Training Day
Avon Riding Centre, Bristol, BS10 7QT
6 September
For more information and to book
www.bookwhen.com/bhssouthwest
BHS Stage 4 Training Day with BHSI Sarah Simpson
Acrecliffe Equestrian Centre, Otley, West Yorkshire LS21 3DN
Monday 7th September, sessions available 930am - 3pm
From £70 for one hour session; cost varies according to activity.
This is a small-group practical training day for BHS Stage 4 which can be tailored to your needs. Sign off opportunities are available on the day dependent on the requirements being met and prior discussion with BHSI Sarah Simpson.
For further enquires and a tailored programme contact Fiona Everall on 07855 307291.
Stage 4 Coach Training Camp
Hemps Green Equestrian Limited
c/o Hushwing Farm, Mount Bures Road, Colchester
CO6 2AP
- 8 - 10 September
10am - 4pm each day
£207
Covering Private flat, lunge lesson, group jump and semi-private simulated cross country. Chance for skills record sign off if up to standard
hempsgreenequestrian@gmail.com
Stage 4 & BHSI Coaching & Care Training Day
RAC Saddle Club, Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JA
17 September
For more information and to book
www.bookwhen.com/bhssouthwest
Stage 4 & BHSI Ride, Lunge, Long Rein Training Day
The Talland School of Equitation, Cirencester, GL7 5FD
21 September
For more information and to book
www.bookwhen.com/bhssouthwest
Stage 4 Training Sessions
Wellington Riding, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ
Stage 4 & 5 Training Afternoons (Selected Mondays)
• 12:00pm - Flat Ride
• 1:00pm - Jump Ride
• 2:00pm - Stable Management Training
• 3:00pm - Lunge Training
Training Afternoon Price £225.00
Stage 4 and 5 Group Rides
• Mondays 12:00pm - Group Flat Session £65.00
• Mondays 1:00pm - Group Jump Session £65.00
• Tuesdays 12:00pm - Group Flat session £65.00
Stage 4 and 5 Lecture sessions
• Mondays - 2:00pm - Group Lecture Session (Stage 4&5) £55.00
• Tuesdays - 12:00pm - Group Lecture Session (Stage 4) £55.00
• Thursday - 10:00am - Group Lecture Session (Stage 4) £55.00
Stage 4 and 5 Lunge/Groundwork sessions
• Mondays 3:00pm - Group Lunge session £65.00
To book: ridinginfo@wellington.co.uk
Stage 4 Care/Management training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Thursday morning, 9:30am-11:30am
Cost: £55.50 (£485 for 10 weeks)
Stage 4 Coach training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Wednesday morning, 9:30am-11:30am
Cost: £68 (£615 for 10 weeks)
BHSI, Stage 5
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Many of our Continual Professional Development events are suitable for supporting your training towards Stage 5 BHSI qualifications.
All BHS run training can be found on our box office.
We run regular sessions and courses for Stage 1.
You can find them listed here
Stage 4 & BHSI Coach Training Day
Avon Riding Centre, Bristol, BS10 7QT
6 September
For more information and to book
www.bookwhen.com/bhssouthwest
Stage 4 & BHSI Coaching & Care Training Day
RAC Saddle Club, Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JA
17 September
For more information and to book
www.bookwhen.com/bhssouthwest
Stage 4 & BHSI Ride, Lunge, Long Rein Training Day
The Talland School of Equitation, Cirencester, GL7 5FD
21 September
For more information and to book
www.bookwhen.com/bhssouthwest
BHS Stage 4&5 Stable Management Days
Wellington Riding, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ
£130 per day or £320 for all 3 days.
9:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 22nd July 2026
Topics: Specialist Tack and Methods of Restraint, Feeding, Conformation & Foot Balance, Breeding/Care of Youngstock
Wednesday 5th August 2026
Topics: Specialist Tack and Training Aids, Fittening, Conformation & Remedial Shoeing, Health / Care of Older Horses
Wednesday 19th August 2026
Topics: Specialist Tack and Bits, Management of Competition horses, Anatomy, Muscles, Injuries, Treatments, Feeding
To book: ridinginfo@wellington.co.uk
Stage 5 Training Sessions
Wellington Riding, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ
Stage 4 & 5 Training Afternoons (Selected Mondays)
• 12:00pm - Flat Ride
• 1:00pm - Jump Ride
• 2:00pm - Stable Management Training
• 3:00pm - Lunge Training
Training Afternoon Price £225.00
Stage 4 and 5 Group Rides
• Mondays 12:00pm - Group Flat Session £65.00
• Mondays 1:00pm - Group Jump Session £65.00
• Tuesdays 12:00pm - Group Flat session £65.00
Stage 4 and 5 Lecture sessions
• Mondays - 2:00pm - Group Lecture Session (Stage 4&5) £55.00
Stage 4 and 5 Lunge/Groundwork sessions
• Mondays 3:00pm - Group Lunge session £65.00
To book: ridinginfo@wellington.co.uk
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