Thursday, May 23, 2013
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April 30, 2013

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British Showjumping and specialist training provider Haddon Training have joined forces to provide us with government funded Level 2 and Level 3 apprenticeships for 16-23 year olds.
Apprenticeships are work-based programmes, combining 'on the job' training with study, ensuring that your workforce has the practical skills...


April 05, 2013

April 05, 2013
British Showjumping have introduced a 3 Month Membership to support British Eventing members who are struggling to keep their horses ticking over during the present adverse weather conditions.
The ‘British Eventing Membership’ is offered to all current British Eventing members and will run between the...


April 05, 2013
As a result of the success of British Showjumping’s Equine Pathway programme, we are looking to develop specific young horse training at regional level in May and again in the Autumn.
The South West Young Horse Training has been organised with Corinne Bracken and will take place on Wednesday 15th May at...


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Following a successful year in 2012 which resulted in a Team Gold at the Olympics as well as significant changes to the governance structure within the sport British Showjumping is looking for Non-Executive Board Directors in the following areas.
Finance
PR & Communications
Sponsorship & Commercial
Legal/Governance...


February 21, 2013

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February 15, 2013

February 15, 2013
British Showjumping is proud to announce the launch of its government funded Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (AASE) for talented young riders. Twenty one aspiring professional showjumpers, together with their horses, assembled at the world class facilities at the Solihull Riding Club on 10 February...


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January 14, 2013
It is with great pleasure that British Showjumping announce the appointment of David Broome CBE in the role of President of the Association.
David’s appointment was proposed by the Management Board and subsequently approved by the newly formed Members Council during their inaugural meeting last week.
David...


January 08, 2013

January 08, 2013
Wiltshire Junior Academy along with Gloucestershire is running a Sports psychology afternoon with Charlie Unwin on 15th Feb 2013. www.performancelegacy.com venue tbc
Also, if anyone is interested in attending a One Day First Aid Course in the New Year (Feb/March time, it will in fact be 2 evenings 7-10pm...


December 10, 2012

November 21, 2012
Summerhouse is booked on December 20th for some coaching sessions from 11-2pm.
This is open to all Gloucestershire members and will be supported by a grant from British Showjumping, so the cost will be reduced to between £10-£15 depending on numbers of riders, rather than the usual £25!
Don't miss...


October 23, 2012
Jessica Mendoza, riding her mother Sarah’s Classic Highfly won her second qualifying competition, this time at Aintree International Equestrian Centre, Liverpool for the jointly sponsored Team Murka and World Class Programme U23 British Championship Final that will take place at the London International Horse Show,...


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Dear Member
You should by now have received notification of proposed changes to British Showjumping’s Constitution; if you have not, please contact nicky.dobbins@britishshowjumping.co.uk
The changes proposed by the Executive Board are very important to ensure British Showjumping is in the best position to...


August 14, 2012

August 02, 2012
A new showjumping class named after Hickstead founder Douglas Bunn has been introduced to the schedule of the All England Jumping Championships (6-9 September), which is designed to give vital experience to potential future Hickstead Derby stars.
The Douglas Bunn 1.35m Challenge class will include a...


July 09, 2012
British Showjumping have worked alongside British Eventing to support their members who have struggled to keep their horses ticking over competitively during the adverse weather conditions we have seen recently.
To assist, British Showjumping have agreed to implement a ‘3 Month Eventing Membership’ which...



July 09, 2012
The funeral will take place on Thursday, 19th July 2012 commencing at 12 noon at All Saints Church, Kingston Magna, Gillingham, Dorset.
Family flowers only – donations to MIND and Combat Stress through the funeral directors: Peter Jackson Funeral Directors, Mons, High St, Henstridge, Templecombe,...


July 04, 2012

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May 23, 2012
To clarify the FEI ruling that British Showjumping have adopted and are now adhering in respect of Horse Boots for specific production classes please find below the detailed specifications.
For Talent Seekers, Newcomers, Foxhunter (effective 24th April 2012 and onwards) in addition to all Age Classes...


May 23, 2012

May 23, 2012
Following a competitive year of qualifying, the Tri-Zone Airlite Senior Discovery Regional Final held on Sunday 20th May 2012 at Summerhouse Equitation Centre in Gloucestershire attracted entries from over 65 eligible horse and rider combinations, all hoping to claim their Championship Final qualification.
Riders flocked from...


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April 23, 2012
Young showjumper, 16-year-old Elizabeth (Lizzie) Hammond from Berkeley, Gloucestershire, has been awarded the NAF Shining Star Award for March for her commitment and advances in British Showjumping.
Lizzie was nominated for the NAF Shining Star Award by lead coach for the Gloucestershire Junior Academy, Nicky Florence,...


April 12, 2012

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March 26, 2012
Please be aware that as of 1st April 2012, memberships/registrations will no longer be valid from the postmark date so please ensure application forms are received in time for your competition schedule.
Memberships/registrations will only become valid once written confirmation has been received from British Showjumping...


March 22, 2012

March 22, 2012
Jessica Mendoza, riding her mother Sarah’s Classic Highfly shone in the third qualifying competition at The Hand Equestrian Centre, Somerset for the jointly sponsored Team Murka and World Class Programme U23 British Championship Final that will take place at the London International Horse Show, Olympia...


March 13, 2012
British Showjumping are recruiting for candidates who may wish to undertake an officially recognised National Apprenticeship Service in Business Administration or Customer Service.
If you are aged between 16-24years old and keen to earn whilst you learn, then the Apprenticeship programme could be for you. The...


March 01, 2012

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Congratulations to…..
David McPherson who finished in first (Silver Exchange II) and second (Leonitas) places in the $25,000 Suncast 1.50m Championship in Wellington, Florida at the weekend.
Tina Fletcher riding Lady Pauline Harris’ Unique IX who finished in second place in the $30,000 WEF Challenge Cup in...


February 03, 2012

January 24, 2012
Micro-chipping
Effective from 1st April 2012, all NEWLY registered horses and ponies competing in National competitions must be micro-chipped. Horses that are currently registered with British Showjumping will not be required to be micro-chipped at this stage.
Flu Vaccinations
Effective from 1st April 2012, flu vaccinations will be mandatory...


January 16, 2012

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November 11, 2011

November 05, 2011
British Showjumping have formed a partnership with accredited work-based training provider Haddon Training to provide formal work-based programmes and apprenticeships. The core focus of this partnership is to assist individuals,who have opted to work within an equestrian environment, gain formal qualifications which may assist them in...


October 25, 2011

October 21, 2011
A reminder that British Showjumping are currently inviting applications from individuals interested in becoming Stewards. This Voluntary position will involve working closely with the Regional Development Officers and visiting Shows to act as a point of contact for Members.
This is a great way of putting...


October 17, 2011
Riders are required to be coached by the UKCC level 2 course candidates under the guidance of Pat Crann and Lynn Bevin.
The course is being held at Badgworth Arena, Axbridge, Somerset
Monday 7th November – Group sessions (maximum 3) from 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Tuesday 8th November – Individual sessions...


October 16, 2011

October 13, 2011
www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/media/news/change-of-ownership
As of the 1st October 2011 British Showjumping has introduced a change of ownership fee to assist both members and prospective members wanting to compete at affiliated level with their new horse or pony.
It will now cost just £10 to change the ownership of the...


October 13, 2011
As part of a new initiative, British Showjumping is delighted to invite applications from interested individuals who would be able to represent the sport as a British Showjumping Steward.
This voluntary role will involve attending British Showjumping Competitions, being available as the first point of contact...


October 10, 2011

September 03, 2011

September 02, 2011
Tara Byrtt and My Little Tinker from Kewstoke Somerset won the SJA Services National Primary 128cms Championship at the Cushionbed British Showjumping Championship on Wednesday morning. Having won the Tiny Tots Championship here last year, with a different pony, Tara’s run of success has continued...


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by Anne Newbery
“We have arranged a dismounted session at Summerhouse with International Course builder Steve Williams on June ist. Starting at 2pm.
Steve will be doing a session in the classroom, followed by a session in the arena discussing different challenges of course building and course...


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March 16, 2011
National Equine Therapeutic Use Exemptions
Banned Substances/Controlled Medication Substances
Under the new national system there are two sorts of substances that are prohibited in competition:
Banned Substances
Controlled Medication Substances
With Banned Substances the rules are crystal clear – they should never be used to treat a horse. So...


March 16, 2011

March 16, 2011

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March 02, 2011
There are still some places available on March 8th and 22nd these will be evening sessions and are being heldat Corse Lawn,the coach is Jonathan Bowman. There will be
3 groups: Experienced pony, novice horse (upto 1.10) and experienced horse YR/Fox. Please remember the academies are open to riders...


February 18, 2011

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January 20, 2011
Last weekend saw South View Equestrian Centre play host to the fourth Development Classic Show. With Championship qualifies taking place throughout weekend course designer Peter Gillespie knew he had to build some testing courses.
Congratulations to Cornwall based Sammie Coffin who took first place in the...


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