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 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 Training - 1 Day (various dates available)
Hemps Green Equestrian Limited, Colchester, CO6 2AP
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 12th December
£100 for the course
To book contact:info@brc.uk.com
01344 884992
Stage 1
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Stage 1 Care and/or Ride training
Hemps Green Equestrian Centre, CO6 2AP
10th - 12th December 2024
This is a two day camp followed by the assessment on the third day.
Please contact hempsgreenequestrian@gmail.com for more information.
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 1 Care Course
Howden Equestrian Centre, Goole, DN14 7ND
6 weeks every Friday from 24th January 2025, 5.45pm - 7.15pm
Delivered by Jenna Whitaker BHS Stage 4 Senior Yard Manager
£150 for the full course, or £30 pay as you go
Contact howdenequestrian@gmail.com to book
Stage 1 Care and Ride Course
Cheshire riding School, Northwich, CW9 6BS
Tuesdays 6-8pm (10 week course)
1 hour riding and 1 hour stable management
Course start dates:
- 7nd January 2025
- 11th March 2025
- 13th May 2025
- 15th July 2025
- 16th September 2025
Cost: £472
book here: Cheshire Riding School | Horse riding lessons in cheshire
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 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 Care Course
Howden Equestrian Centre, Goole, DN14 7ND
10 weeks every Thursday from 16th January 2025, 5.45pm - 7.15pm
£250 for the full course, or £35 pay as you go
Delivered by Jenna Whitaker BHS Stage 4 Senior Yard Manager
Contact howdenequestrian@gmail.com to book
BHS Stage 2 Care and Ride Course
Cheshire Riding School, Northwich, CW9 6BS
Thursdays 7-9pm, 1 hour riding and 1 hour stable management
Course start dates:
- 2nd January 2025
- 20th March 2025
- 5th June 2025
- 21st August 2025
Cost: £566
Book here: Cheshire Riding School | Horse riding lessons in cheshire
BHS Stage 2 Lunge Course
Cheshire Riding School, Northwich, CW9 6BS
Thursdays 5-6pm - 10 weeks - £330
Book here: Cheshire Riding School | Horse riding lessons in cheshire
Stage 2 Coach
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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)
- 2nd February 2025
- 20th April 2025
- 13th July 2025
- 5th October 2025
Cost: £648
To book: Cheshire Riding School | Horse riding lessons in cheshire
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 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
BHS Stage 3 Care and Ride Course
Cheshire Riding School, Northwich, CW9 6BS
Fridays 5-7pm (14 week course)
Course start dates:
- 3nd January 2025
- 4rd April 2025
- 4rd July 2025
- 3nd October 2025
Cost: £694
To book: Cheshire Riding School | Horse riding lessons in cheshire
Stage 3 Coach
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Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
Every Wednesday morning 09:30 - 11:30
£58 (£525 for 10 weeks)
BHS Stage 3 Coach Course
Cheshire Riding School, Northwich, CW9 6BS
Saturdays 1-3pm (16 week course)
Course start dates:
- 18th January 2025
- 3st May 2025
- 23st August 2025
Cost: £864
To book: Cheshire Riding School | Horse riding lessons in cheshire
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.
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) Coach Training Days
Ingestre Stables, Staffordshire, ST18 0RE
- 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
- 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
- 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
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.
