Practice Arena Stewards
Practice Arena Stewards play an important role in supporting the safe and smooth running of affiliated British Showjumping competitions. Appointed by the Show Organiser, the Practice Arena Steward is responsible to overseeing the practice arenas, ensuring that all activity complies with British Showjumping rules and that the welfare of the horse remains the top priority. Practice Arena Stewards help to create a safe, fair, and welcoming environment for all participants.
Practice Arena Stewards will not be categorised as British Showjumping Officials. While not recognized as an official, Practice Arena Stewards are an important part of the team - liaising with British Showjumping officials, riders, and organisers to maintain high standards of conduct, safety, and equine welfare.
This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about equestrian sport, have good communication skills, and are eager to contribute to the successful running of showjumping shows. A regional training day is provided to the successful applicants.
If you're interested in becoming a Practice Arena Steward, please contact your Regional Development Officer to find out more.
Development Officers:
Lucy Moss (Lucy.Moss@britishshowjumping.co.uk; 07584 706458) – Scotland
Chris Shaw (Chris.Shaw@BritishShowjumping.co.uk; 07538 520647) – Northern, Wales
Ruth Mckiernan (Ruth.Mckiernan@britishshowjumping.co.uk; 07584 706461) – West Midlands, East Midlands, East
Emma White (Emma.White@britishshowjumping.co.uk; 07584 706464) – South East
Antonia Cord (Antonia.Cord@britishshowjumping.co.uk; 07345 458539)– South West
Documents:
Practice Arena Steward Application form
Practice Arena Steward Pathway
Practice Arena Steward Role description
Training & Conference Diary
https://www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/datesVenues-Officials.cfm
Resources:
- British Showjumping Member Handbook: https://www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/membership/Member-Handbooks-And-Rule-Amendments (Rule Amendments, Equipment Clarification Documents, Club & Just for Schools Member Handbook can be found on this page)
- British Showjumping Equipment Clarifications Document
- Learn more about Safeguarding: https://equestrian.safetoplay.co.uk/
- FEI Campus https://campus.fei.org (free stewarding, horse welfare, safeguarding courses)