Practical CPD Courses

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Refresher and Initial Training for BHS APC's and ACC's interested in delivering
the BHS Ride Safe Challenge Award. Covering all topics in the Ride Safe Award.

Coach training includes class room presentation, controlling a group ride in an
arena, creating and coaching through a simulated road route and guiding through an actual road route. Contact the centre direct to book your place.

TIME: 10am - 3pm 

Price: £20pp

        4 CPD Points

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Witcham Equestrian Centre

Ely

Cambridgeshire

CB6 2LD

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Dr Jessica Timmins from RVC's Equine Practice explores the compelling world of equine reproduction

• Take a light-hearted look at the reproductive biology of mares and stallions
• Find out how science and nature collide in a fascinating look at how new equine life is formed
• Discover the latest equine reproduction technologies including cloning and IVF
  

  This event is designed for horse owners, riders and paraprofessionals

• Registration : 18:30 onwards
  Session starts: 19:00 - 21:00 

  Price: £10pp

        2 CPD Points

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Hawkshead Campus, Hawkshead Ln, North Mymms, Brookmans Park, Hatfield AL9 7TA, UK

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This will be a day of Equine Business Information and an opportunity for those
in similar business to network. For the benefit of Riding Centre
Owners/Managers/Instructors dealing with Management Issues, Insurance & Safety, Best Practice in Accounting with Tax Assistance, Sustainability and good Green Practice in the yard/farm, Land Care. We will also deal with the subject of
Succession and how this can be best managed for the benefit of all parties.

3 CPD points awarded.

Cost - 15Euros for AIRE Members

           25Euros  for Non Members 

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Location

Abbey Court Hotel,

Nenagh E45KA99

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Dressage Ireland Judges Gala 2024 'ETHICAL JUDGING' Presented by Christoph Hess At Kildalton Agricultural College, Co Kilkenny Eircode E32 YW08 SATURDAY November 23rd

9:00 am The Gala opens for registration.

10:00 am Christoph Hess will present 'ETHICAL JUDGING' in the
Michael Conlon Theatre. Tea/coffee provided and lunch at Kildalton's canteen included in fee Afternoon: Christoph Hess will work with 6 to 8 horses in the indoor arena.

Finish at 4.30pm

OPEN TO EVERYONE. Riders, trainers, instructors and judges. Enquiries dijudges24@gmail.com

6 CPD points awarded.

Cost -  €50 members 

            €60 non members by the QR Code on the flyer. 

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Location 

Kildalton Agricultural College,

Co Kilkenny

Eircode

E32 YW08

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A fun and interactive evening for Coaches of all levels to help understand the importance of communication with our Riders and how to ask more open questions and give constructive feedback.

6.30-9pm

2 CPD points awarded.

Cost -  £25 (to include dinner)

To Book - Please contact pennysangster@yahoo.com

Location 

Dane Crost Equestrian Centre

21 Waterloo Road

Lisburn

BT27 5NW

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I hope Are you looking to start or currently own an equine business?
Whether you’re running a livery yard, riding school, breeding operation, racing
yard, or offering advisory services to equine professionals, this event is
tailored for you!

It offers a valuable opportunity for both those managing horses directly and those providing advice ore related services like veterinary care or welfare.

This two day course is designed to provide Continuous
Professional Development (CPD) for professionals in the equine industry.

The days are spread out over two months, providing time for reflection and
application between sessions, and allowing participants to network with peers.

Day 1: 28th October 2024 10am to 3pm

Session 1: Advances in Parasite Management

Explore why parasite testing is a progressive solution for your yard - Learn
how, when, and what tests to use for effective parasite management - Develop a
strategic parasite management plan tailored to your facility.

Session 2: Productive Land Management and Carbon Footprint Reduction - Understand effective land management techniques to maintain pasture health and support equine needs - Learn about carbon efficiency principles and how to create a plan to minimise
your yard’s environmental impact.

Day 2: 16th December 2024 10am to 3pm

Session 1: Equine Business Solutions 

Gain insights into financial management to
enhance the efficiency of your business - Learn planning strategies to
future-proof your equine business Session 2: Facility setup for health,
behaviour and welfare - Optimise your facilities to promote equine health and
well-being - Use insights into natural equine behaviours to create a yard layout
that supports horse welfare and comfort.

Time: 10am - 3pm

12 CPD points awarded (6 Per day) 

Cost - £15

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Location 

Greenmount Campus

45 Tirgracy Road

Antrim

BT41 4PS

We are extremely lucky to welcome Dr Jo Winfield FBHS to deliver this informative training day which will be focusing on how to improve the basic way of going by using innovative pole work exercises. This training day is for APC and non APC coaches, anyone looking to improve their depth of horse knowledge and equitation, it is also aimed at anyone looking at or studying for BHS Stage 4, Performance (BHSI) Assessment (Eventing or Dressage specific) or Pony Club A/AH exams. The day is planned to be informative and interactive, with plenty of opportunity for questions and to discuss what we observe. The focus of the day is on polework for education, training and competing. Using the Training Scale (The Scales of Training) to educate the rider to develop the horse’s way of going towards the next level.

Price- £45 for APCs or £55 for General admission

Time- 10am-4pm

6 CPD Points

To book- https://app.tickettailor.com/events/bhsnorthwest/1446319 

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Now the evenings are starting to get lighter, are you looking to kick start your schooling sessions ready for the 2025 season, or are you just looking for some new exercises to keep your horse and yourself motivated. If you feel like your schooling is stuck in a rut and you are running out of ideas, help is at hand, Rob Lovatt FBHS will share some of his go to quick and simple exercises that don't require a lot of equipment to help improve your riding and your horse's way of going, keeping you both happy, focused and in tip top condition whatever your riding goals. Rob will look at a mixture of exercises on the flat, as well as using poles and jumps to improve balance, rhythm and suppleness. Why not challenge yourself this Spring, teach yourself and your horse something new to help improve his way of going. Whether you ride, coach, or a parent just trying to motivate your children this day is for you!

Time: 5:45pm-8pm

COST - £17.50

            £15.00 APC 

4 CPD Points

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Location 

Holmside Hall Equestrian Centre,

DH7 0DT

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Come along and learn from two highly experienced experts in the equestrian field, Laura Nickel and Robyn Dunn, as they show you all about correct saddle fitting and how this can affect the horse and rider. The evening will be a demo using a couple of demo horses and handlers/riders of different types. Laura Nickel Laura is a Master Saddlers Qualified Saddle Fitter and Qualified Saddler with nearly 20 years’ experience in the industry. She won Saddle Fitter of the Year in 2021 at the Equestrian Business Awards and enjoys fitting challenging and unusual shapes. She is also passionate about welfare and furthering education within and outside of the industry.

Laura has presented at various BHS Scotland events with such
enthusiasm and expertise. Robyn Dunn Robyn is a Chartered Physiotherapist
specialising in horse and rider performance. She is the Physio for the
Horses scotland Performance Squad and the British Senior Endurance Team. Robyn is particularly interested in the interaction/symmetry between the horse, saddle
and rider and regularly works alongside Laura from Amazing Saddlery. Robyn is
also a para classifier. 

Time:  6pm to 8pm 

2 CPD Points  

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An educational fun and informative evening with World Class Technical Director and
Eventing Performance Manager Dickie WAYGOOD MBE Who will be joined by…………… to
share his philosophy on training and a winning formula. Some of my biog can be
added to this.

Program of events: Working with two riders at a time.

Theme of the evening Flat work through the three phases of eventing.

1. Flat to include polls

2. SJ session Break

3. XC basics

4. XC technical

5. Games over view with Q&A (15mins) 45 minutes a session with Q&A.

Time:  6pm to 9:30pm 

4 CPD Points  

COST - £48

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LOCATION DETAILS

Bogenraith Equestrian Ltd
Durris
Banchory
Aberdeenshire
AB316DS
01330 494982
07940550224
jemma@bogenraith.com
www.bogenraith.com

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AM -Yard Tour with Henrietta Knight at West Lockinge Farm PM - Talk on the retraining process from Amy Bannister-Bell BHSI and RoR Wales Regional Development Officer at the Lloyd Linsey Rooms, Wantage. We will discuss what the retraining process involves, advice on how to maintain good practices for a successful retraining journey and what support is out there to assist you if you choose to take on an ex racehorse or if you already own a retrained racehorse. The afternoon talk will take place approx.

Coffee, tea and buscuits will be provided. Please bring your own packed lunch. 

Cost: £25 

6 CPD Points

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Location 

1 mile (5 minutes drive) from West Lockinge Farm

at the Lloyd Linsey Rooms,

High Street,

Wantage,

Oxfordshire,

OX12 8PS

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3 CPD Points

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Location

Kingsmead Equestrian Centre
Kingswood Lane
Warlingham
CR6 9AB

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6 CPD Points

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6 CPD Points

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Emma Tyson is an experienced, qualified & insured Complementary Medicine Practitioner. She is also a Health & Lifestyle Coach/Consultant for Horses & Owners Qualifications/Registration/Insurance: BSc Hons Biology & Law Qualified Solicitor British Register of Complementary Practitioners (BRCP) Senior Practitioner & Tutor & Insured by Balens in Counselling; Energy Medicine; Healing; Massage; NESHealth/Energy4Life Bioenergetics including Health & Life Coaching for Humans & Animals; Yoga; Crystal Healing; Dance Movement Therapy PGCE Part 1

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Participants will:
1. Understand the concept & science, importance & benefits of Holistic & Complementary Medicine & its relevance for our own & our horses physical & mental health.
2. Understand the importance & benefits of a holistic, systematic according to individual need, multi-modality approach for the most effective & timely prevention & increased performance & recovery & rehabilitation from health issues.
3. Understand & have experienced the direct connection between the body & the mind for both humans & horses & how this effects health, performance & rehabilitation
4. Understand how our awareness & mental & emotional state effects our horses & our relationship with them.
5. Experience simple practices & tools to understand & experience the benefits of Self Care for ourselves & our horses

OUTLINE OF THE DAY:

9.30 am Introductions/Facilities/Previous Experiences/Reason for Participation/Health Issues/Complete Details Form
10.00-11.00 am Aims 1-2
11.00-12.00 am Aims 3-4
12.00-12.30 pm Lunch
12.30-2.30 pm Aims 5-7
2.30-2.45 pm Break
2.45-3.45 pm Aim 8
3.45-4.00 pm Reflection & Feedback

Price- £40 for APCs

To book - https://buytickets.at/bhslondonsoutheast/1416950 

6 CPD points

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3 CPD Points

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Location

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Morning: Overview of current progress they have
made since the course. Going over any areas they have found difficult /reassessing riders asymmetry and application of the bands to suit. Afternoon.
Personality profiling and its effect on communication with clients.
Understanding different riders learning & thoughts for feedback opportunities and skills. Breathing for performance with HRV monitors and EQ Bands. Breathing and performance ridden and non ridden Exercises and stretches on and off the horse refresh

TIME: 9pm - 4pm

£175

6 CPD Points

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Location:

Dynamic Performance Hub 

Lime Cottage, Conigree Court, 

Conigree Road, 

Newent, 

Gloucestershire

England 

GL18 1NF

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Training sessions from Preliminary to Grand Prix over two days (23 and 24 November) Lead presenters working with riders across the levels to give practical training advice and top tips for development and training toward grassroots competition. Guest presenters will provide insights on topics from their area of expertise (Judging, Polework and Freestyle)

TIME: 10am - 4pm

£45 - £55 per day 

6 CPD Points

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Locationhttps://www.britishdressage.co.uk/events/bd-presents-becky-moody-sophie-wells-obe/

Hartpury University & College,

Gloucester,

GL19 3DG,

United Kingdom

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Exploring what works, what doesn't work and how to make it better for the Retraining of Racehorses. Covering: Flatwork and jumping Brakes Steering Communications. Realistic retraining is just that- a REALISTIC look at the challenges and rewards of retraining a former racehorse.

Price- £13.50

Time- 10am - 3pm

5 CPD point

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Harry will be bringing several of his own horses to Kingston Maurward College to ride as part of the demo. He will also be coaching a group of local riders on their horses.

Price- £25

Time- 6.30-8.30pm

1 CPD point

To book- https://www.equoevents.co.uk/ViewEvent/ViewEventDetails/50042 

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Come and join the BHS team for a day of talks, discussions, and Q&A's as we look at some the current topics within the equine industry. These days are welcome to all proprietors or senior level staff of Equestrian Businesses. There is a 50% discount on ticket price for those that are already BHS Approved.

On the agenda this year we have:

10am - Arrival, refreshments, and introduction

10:30am - The BHS Welfare team talk: Enriching your horses management, managing rider weight limits, having difficult conversations and the social licence.

11:30am - The BHS Education team discuss current qualification pathways, direct entry, funding and training.

12:15pm - The BHS Approved Centre team talk - DEI Strategy and Everyone Welcome initiative 

12:45pm - Lunch and opportunity to network

1:45pm - Afternoon Discussion Session: Diversifying Revenue Streams, Staff

development and Staff Retention

3:15pm - Final Questions and Finish

£10 for BHS Approved Centres

£20 for Non BHS Approved Centres

3 CPD Points

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Clwyd Special Riding Centre, LL11 5HN

A chance for a behind the scenes look into the life of a racehorse, it's routine, training, feeding and much more at Sam Thomas Racing,

Sam Thomas Racing
The Hollies
Rudry Road
Lisvane Cardiff
CF14 0SN

Sam was a Gold Cup winning jockey and is now a very successful trainer having already won the Welsh Grand National in 2021. 

10am start – finish 3pm

Cost £22.50 for ROR members

£25 for Non members

AM- Yard Tour 

PM -talk on the retraining process from Amy Bannister-Bell BHSI and RoR Wales Regional Development Officer.

We will discuss what the retraining process involves, advice on how to maintain good practices for a successful retraining journey and what support is out there to assist you if you choose to take on an ex racehorse or if you already own a retrained racehorse. This will take place at a local function room,
LISVANE MEMORIAL HALL
HEOL-Y-DELYN,
LISVANE,
CARDIFF,
CF14 0SQ

4 CPD Points

To book- https://horsemonkey.com/equestrian_event/66726/RoR+Wales+Insight+Day-+Sam+Thomas+Racing%2C+CF14 

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Price: £99 (Early Bird £79)

Time: 9am - 4:30pm 

4 CPD Points

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The Stables

16 Fernhill

Wallasey

CH45 5AW

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Price: £80 For APC 

          £85 For others

Time: 9am - 4pm 

6 CPD Points

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The Stables

16 Fernhill

Wallasey

CH45 5AWhttps://wkf.ms/43qdFWp?draft_submission=5115f1d7-dcb1-46fb-91fe-15988d0791a0