Carl Hester MBE, Ian Stark OBE, Yogi Breisner MBE, Jennie Loriston-Clarke MBE, William Micklem and Ferdi Eilberg. What do these equestrian icons have in common? They are all Fellows of the BHS.
The BHS Fellowship is the ultimate aspiration for any coach. An expert in equitation and horsemanship, BHS Fellows are renowned throughout the global equine industry as an ambassador for the equestrian profession and a thought leader in the sector.
A Fellow is often the person that people go to for advice, knowledge, expertise and support during their career – as a Fellow you will be an inspiration for many. A Fellow is an admired trainer of horses and riders from grass roots level up to world class competition riders.
To gain the Fellowship, you will have a commitment to equine welfare and the continued development of training practices, both for horses and riders, continuously researching and developing your skills – a Fellow does not stand still in the industry.
You will lead others and most importantly, use your enthusiasm to share your knowledge and inspire and influence the next generation of coaches to continue the legacy you will have established.
We offer the option to join the world renowned BHS Fellowship covering all three Olympic disciplines (coaching Dressage, Showjumping and Eventing) or you may opt to specialise in just one of these pathways.
Pictured above (left to right) are Fellows of the BHS Yogi Breisner, Sabrina Jones, Sam York and Islay Auty.
Fellowship - General
- Coach Dressage to Prix St George
- Coach Showjumping to 1.25 metres
- Coach Eventing to CCI 2*
- Show a clear understanding of the pathways to the next level
- Train and develop coaches to BHS Performance Coach BHSI
- Assessment is formed of two elements: a resumé review followed by a two-day practical coaching assessment
- Download the assessment criteria for further details
Fellowship - Dressage
- Candidates will coach confidently to Grand Prix with a clear understanding of the pathway to develop towards championships and team selection
- Assessment is formed of two elements: a resumé review followed by a two-day practical coaching assessment
- Download the assessment criteria for further details
Fellowship - Showjumping
- Candidates will coach confidently to 1.45 metres with a clear understanding of the pathway to develop towards championships and team selection
- Assessment is formed of two elements: a resumé review followed by a two-day practical coaching assessment
- Download the assessment criteria for further details
Fellowship - Eventing
- Candidates will coach confidently to 4* with a clear understanding of the pathway to develop towards championships and team selection
- Assessment is formed of two elements: a resumé review followed by a two-day practical coaching assessment
- Download the assessment criteria for further details
Hear From Our Fellows
“You can change lives through coaching, and I have been lucky enough to witness it.
“I hope that it inspires others to believe that this journey through the BHS system is one that changes lives and that anyone who dedicates themselves to the mission and works hard can achieve their ambitions and dreams.
“I hope I can do a lot more in the future.”
Sam York, BHS Fellow
