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
3rd June, 5th August, 7th October, 4th December 2024
£115
10am - 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
Ride Safe Silver Challenge Award Course
Berkshire Riding Centre, Windsor, SL4 4TN
Saturdays 1pm - 3pm for 3 weeks starting 1st June
£100 for the course
To book contact:info@brc.uk.com
01344 884992
Ride Safe Training and Award Day
Margaret Haes Riding Centre, Bury, BL8 4NX
23rd July
Coach is Gwen Mitchell
BHS APC Stage 3 Complete and Stage 4 Care and Management ad Ride Safe Trainer
Max rider weight 12st
To book: admin.ride@mhrc.co.uk
Ride Safe Silver Challenge Award Course
Berkshire Riding Centre, Windsor, SL4 4TN
Saturdays 1pm - 3pm for 3 weeks starting 10th August
£100 for the course
To book contact:info@brc.uk.com
01344 884992
Ride Safe Silver Challenge Award Course
Berkshire Riding Centre, Windsor, SL4 4TN
Saturdays 1pm - 3pm for 3 weeks starting 12th October
£100 for the course
To book contact:info@brc.uk.com
01344 884992
Ride Safe Silver Challenge Award Course
Berkshire Riding Centre, Windsor, SL4 4TN
Saturdays 1pm - 3pm for 3 weeks starting 12th December
£100 for the course
To book contact:info@brc.uk.com
01344 884992
Stage 1
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Stage 1 Ride and Care Training
Margaret Haes Riding Centre, Bury, BL8 4NX
30 July, 1, 13, 20, 27 and 29 August, 11am to 2pm
Led by Gwen Mitchell, BHS APC Stage 3 Complete, Stage 4 Care and Management and Ride Safe Trainer
Assessment will take place on site on 30 August 2024
Max rider weight 12st
To book: admin.ride@mhrc.co.uk
Stage 1 Care Course
Howden Equestrian, Goole, DN14 7ND
Friday 13th September at 6pm for 6 weeks
Run by Jenna Whitaker BHS Stage 4 Senior Yard Manager
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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Stage 2 Care Training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Tuesday morning 09:30 - 11:30
£36.50 (£318 for 10 weeks)
Stage 2 Training Camp
Hemps Green Equestrian, Colchester, C06 2AP
1st & 2nd May
A 2 day training camp for those working towards their Stage 2 assessment.
Enquiries to: hempsgreenequestrian@gmail.com or to book: hempsgreen.ecpro.co.uk/book
Equine Health and Basic First Aid - Online 3 week Online Course
Run by Reaseheath College delivered online via Microsoft Teams
Starts 8th May for 3 weeks
£30
Join us for our online Equine Health and Basic First Aid course. The course will look at all aspects of equine health and first aid and is perfect for those new to first aid or those looking to broaden their knowledge
Stage 2 Care Course
Howden Equestrian, Goole, DN14 7ND
Thursday 5th September at 6pm for 6 weeks
Run by Jenna Whitaker BHS Stage 4 Senior Yard Manager
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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A Simple Guide to Jump Coaching
1st May - Reaseheath College, Cheshire
https://buytickets.at/bhscareertransitionfund/1161262
Stage 2 & 3 Coach Taster Day
Tipton Hall, Bromyard, HR7 4PR
Tuesday 21st May, 9:30am - 4pm
Stage 2 & 3 Coach Taster Day
Myerscough College, Preston, PR3 0RY
Tuesday 4th June, 9:30am - 4pm
Stage 2 Coach at Clonshire Equestrian Centre, Co Limerick, Ireland
Wednesday mornings weekly throughout the academic year. 9.30am-1pm. Or full-time weekly
Fee: €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 09:30 - 11:30
£48 (£435 for 10 weeks)
Stage 3
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Stage 3 Care Training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Tuesday morning 09:30 - 11:30
£44.00 (£377 for 10 weeks)
Stage 3 Care Course
Howden Equestrian, Goole, DN14 7ND
Thursday 9th May at 6pm for 10 weeks
Run by Jenna Whitaker BHS Stage 4 Senior Yard Manager
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 3 Coach
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A Simple Guide to Jump Coaching
1st May - Reaseheath College, Cheshire
https://buytickets.at/bhscareertransitionfund/1161262
Stage 2 & 3 Coach Taster Day
Tipton Hall, Bromyard, HR7 4PR
Tuesday 21st May, 9:30am - 4pm
Stage 2 & 3 Coach Taster Day
Myerscough College, Preston, PR3 0RY
Tuesday 4th June, 9:30am - 4pm
Stage 3 Coach Training
Sunday 18 August 2024
Avon Riding Centre, Bristol, BS10 7QT
More information
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.
A Simple Guide to Jump Coaching
1st May - Reaseheath College, Cheshire
https://buytickets.at/bhscareertransitionfund/1161262
Stage 4 Training Camp
Hemps Green Equestrian, Colchester, C06 2AP
14th, 15th & 16th May
A 3 day training camp for those working towards their Stage 4 assessment.
Enquiries to: hempsgreenequestrian@gmail.com or to book: hempsgreen.ecpro.co.uk/book
Stage 4 Coach Training
Monday 20 May 2024
Avon Riding Centre, Bristol, BS10 7QT
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Stage 4 Coach Training
Monday 19 August 2024
Avon Riding Centre, Bristol, BS10 7QT
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Stage 4 Coach Training
Monday 11 November 2024
Avon Riding Centre, Bristol, BS10 7QT
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Stage 4 Care Training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Thursday morning 09:30 - 11:30
09:30 – 11:30
£55.50 (£485 for 10 weeks)
Stage 4 Coach Training
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Wednesday morning 09:30 - 11:30
09:30 – 11:30
£68 (£615 for 10 weeks)
Performance BHSI
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Many of our Continual Professional Development events are suitable for supporting your training towards Performance BHSI qualifications.
Performance (BHSI) CoachTraining Days
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
- 1st May
- 19th June
- 17th July
- 14th August,
- 4th September
- 16th October
- 20th November
£155 per day
£290 per 2 days paid in advance
£420 per 3 days paid in advance
£540 per 4 days paid in advance
For more information or to book contact stables@ingestre.com
Performance (BHSI) Ride & Long Rein Training Days
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
- 2nd May
- 20th June
- 18th July
- 15th August
- 5th September
- 17th October
- 21st November
£175 per day
£330 per 2 days paid in advance
£480 per 3 days paid in advance
£620 per 4 days paid in advance
For more information or to book contact stables@ingestre.com
Performance (BHSI) Care and Management Training Days
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
- 30th May
- 27th June
- 1st August
- 29th August
- 3rd October
- 7th November
£150 per day
£280 per 2 days paid in advance
£405 per 3 days paid in advance
£520 per 4 days paid in advance
For more information or to book contact stables@ingestre.com
Performance (BHSI) Coach Training
Monday 20 May 2024
Avon Riding Centre, Bristol, BS10 7QT
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Performance (BHSI) Coach Training
Monday 19 August 2024
Avon Riding Centre, Bristol, BS10 7QT
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Performance (BHSI) Coach Training
Monday 11 November 2024
Avon Riding Centre, Bristol, BS10 7QT
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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.
