The BHS recommends practical hands-on training with an Accredited Professional or at one of our Approved Centres if you are training towards BHS qualifications or Challenge Awards. You can arrange your own training alongside attending courses or events listed below. We encourage you to gain experience working with and riding different types of horses as you progress your skills and confidence.
When discussing your training needs with a coach or centre, ask about the qualifications they hold so you know if they’re eligible to complete your Skills Record if needed.
You can add variety to your training with self-study by viewing our Career Pathways Training Guides and our ‘how to…’ video series, as well as reading our horse health and welfare advice and our ‘Complete Horsemanship’ books that accompany our Career Pathway qualifications. You will also find recommended reading lists on the specific unit page of each assessment.
Don’t forget, the BHS Career Transition Fund is available to support your training towards Stage 2 and Stage 3 qualifications. View our funding and support page to discover other sources of funding that may be available.
The training advertised below, unless specified, is delivered by external providers. The BHS is not responsible for the content of the training. There may also be one-off events organised by BHS Regional Committees - see our local event listings.
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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Ride Safe Silver Challenge Award Training - 1 Day (various dates available)
Hemps Green Equestrian Limited, Colchester, CO6 2AP
5th February, 1st April, 3rd June, 5th August, 7th October, 4th December 2024
£115
9am-4pm with 1 hours lunch
BHS membership number required
Bookings can be made at: https://hempsgreen.ecpro.co.uk You will find under Activity Courses
hempsgreenequestrian@gmail.com
Silver Challenge Awards Training Course.
15 week course, at Wildwoods Riding Centre, Surrey.
Begins 29 March 2024, every Friday 6pm-8.30pm. £90 per week or £1200 for the course.
More information and to book contact reception@wildwoodsriding.co.uk
Stage 1
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Stage 1 Care and Ride Assessment
Hemps Green Equestrian Limited, Colchester, CO6 2AP
19th December 2023
£280 for complete
£145 for ride only
£145 for care only
details can be found on ECPro
Booking can be made at https://hempsgreen.ecpro.co.uk This is listed as an Activity course
hempsgreenequestrian@gmail.com
Stage 1 Care and Ride at Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Friday mornings weekly until December 15th 2023. 9.15am-1pm.
Fee: €70 per session
Coach: Sue Foley
Contact: info@clonshire.com
Stage 1 Care Course at Murton EC ,The Bridle, Murton Village
Starts 5th January 2024
Care Training Every Friday 11am for 1 hr session 10weeks
Samantha Critchlow BHS Stage 3 Complete Coach, £12.50 per session. Please bring riding hat and gloves
Please register and book via https://murton-equestrian-centre.ecpro.co.uk/
murtonequestriancentre@gmail.com
Stage 1 and 2 Care, Lunge and Ride Training Course.
15 week course, at Wildwoods Riding Centre, Surrey.
Begins 29 March 2024, every Friday 6pm-8.30pm. £90 per week or £1200 for the course.
More information and to book contact reception@wildwoodsriding.co.uk
Stage 2
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12 Week BHS Stage 2 Coach Course
A 12 week part time course run by the BHS working towards the Stage 2 Coach qualification. Comprised of 2 online sessions and 4 face to face practical days. This course will be run at Ingestre Stables, the cost will be £750, but part funded by Career Transition Fund so cost will be only £500 for this course. There will be optional assessments at the end to be paid separately.
Dates are:
For more information email charis.howard@bhs.org.uk
Stage 2 Care, Lunge and Ride at Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Tuesday mornings weekly until December 12th 2023. 9.15am-1pm.
Fee: €80 per session
Coach: Sue Foley
Contact: info@clonshire.com
Stage 2 Coach at Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Wednesday mornings weekly throughout the academic year. 9.30am-1pm.
Fee: €80 per session
Coach: Sue Foley
Contact: info@clonshire.com
Stage 2 Coach Course at Murton EC ,The Bridle, Murton Village
Staring 2nd January 2024
Every Tuesday Morning 10am - 12noon for 10 weeks
£50 per session, candidates will be able to practice and receive feedback on all aspects of syllabus. The centre also hosts the assessments.
Please register and book via https://murton-equestrian-centre.ecpro.co.uk/
murtonequestriancentre@gmail.com
Stage 2 Care and Lunge Training Course
Bicton College, Devon, EX9 7BH
10 week course commencing 8 January 2024 | 6pm - 8pm
Information & Booking
Stage 2 Coaching Training Course.
12 week course, at Wildwoods Riding Centre, Surrey.
Begins 14 January 2024, every Sunday 3pm-6pm. £90 per week or £960 for the course.
More information and to book contact reception@wildwoodsriding.co.uk
Stage 1 and 2 Care, Lunge and Ride Training Course.
15 week course, at Wildwoods Riding Centre, Surrey.
Begins 29 March 2024, every Friday 6pm-8.30pm. £90 per week or £1200 for the course.
More information and to book contact reception@wildwoodsriding.co.uk
Stage 3
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Stage 3 Care, Lunge and/or Ride at Murton EC ,The Bridle, Murton Village
22nd January, 19th February, 18th March, 15th April,
Ride and Lunge Training Day 9.30-4pm (Monthly)
Delivered by Sandra Morrison BHSI
Participants must hold Stage 2 Ride/Lunge.
Please register and book via https://murton-equestrian-centre.ecpro.co.uk/
murtonequestriancentre@gmail.com
Stage 3 Coach Course at Murton EC ,The Bridle, Murton Village
15th January, 12th February
BHS Stage 3 Coach Training 1/2 Day 9.30am-1.30pm
Delivered by Sandra Morrison BHSI
Participants must hold Stage 2 Ride/Lunge/Care/Coach
Please register and book via https://murton-equestrian-centre.ecpro.co.uk/
murtonequestriancentre@gmail.com
Stage 3 full time training course at 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 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.
Performance BHSI
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Many of our Continual Professional Development events are suitable for supporting your training towards Performance BHSI qualifications. Other events are listed below
Fellowship
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Find a coach
BHS Accredited Professionals are often freelance coaches that can support you with training on your own horse.
Find a riding centre
BHS Approved Centres can offer variety by allowing you to work with different types of horses, facilities and equipment.
