How to book
APC Coach spaces & observer spaces available
If you are an APC in the North you can see if you are eligible for a subsidised place, please contact claire.maddison@bhs.org.uk or call 02476 840702.
Location details
Event Details
Develop your coaching skills with an immersive training day led by Rob Lovatt FBHS. This day is designed for coaches preparing for BHS Stage 3, 4, 5 or Fellowship coach assessments, as well as anyone wanting a deeper understanding of what is required at each level or looking to strengthen their coaching across multiple disciplines.
What the Day Covers
Each session provides practical, hands‑on learning and constructive feedback. You’ll work through:
- Assessment overview for each stage
- Evaluating horse–rider combinations
- Coaching practice presentation
- Coaching demonstration
- Practical coaching session
- Dressage coaching
- Show jumping, arena eventing or polework
You will have the opportunity to coach two ridden sessions, receive personalised feedback, and take away clear action points to support your progression. You’ll also observe fellow coaches and take part in discussions with Rob on coaching methods, problem‑solving, and developing your own style.
Skills records can be signed off where the required standard is demonstrated.
Who This Day Is For
- Coaches training for Stage 3, 4, 5 or Fellowship
- Coaches wanting clarity on assessment expectations
- Anyone looking to refine their coaching across disciplines
- Coaches seeking expert feedback and structured development
Limited Coaching Places
To ensure high‑quality, individual attention, practical coaching places are limited to just 6 participants. Observer places are also available.
Coaching places
Non- APCs - £150.00 per session
APCs - £120.00 per session
APCs (BHS North Region) - £100.00 per person
*Please note that these sessions are subsidised for coaches living in the BHS North Region through legacy funding, therefore specific criteria must be met. To see if you are eligible for a subsidised place, please contact claire.maddison@bhs.org.uk or call 02476 840702.
Observer places
Non-APCs - £60.00
APC - £50.00
All payment transactions will be subject to a small booking fee to cover the booking and payment processing charges from the provider