Each year there are four advanced squad members.
These are competitive riders who are actively taking part in an equestrian discipline and are driven to be the best in their sport.
In order to be on this squad you must be competing at the following level or above:
- British Dressage Elementary
- British Eventing Novice
- British Showjumping Newcomers
Advanced Squad riders receive the following benefits:
- Regular training sessions with the Academy Coach
- Training sessions with guest coaches
- Assistance with planning competition schedules
- Guidance on managing their academic studies with competitions
- Discounted DIY stabling on the Bishop Burton College / Riseholme College yard and use of extensive facilities
- Options for discounted therapy sessions using the Equine Therapy Centre facilities
- Clothing package
- Discounted membership to Bishop Burton/Riseholme gym
Specialist support from the equine team and industry experts covering aspects such as:
- Rider biomechanics
- Sports psychology
- Strength and conditioning
- Equine therapy techniques
- Advice on equine nutrition, dentistry and saddlery
The Development Squad is aimed at aspiring riders who show the potential, enthusiasm and dedication to excel in their chosen equestrian discipline.
These riders would benefit from the training and coaching of the academy staff for a period before they are at the level of competition required for the Advanced Squad.
In order to be on this squad you must be competing at or showing the potential to compete at the following level:
- British Dressage Prelim
- British Eventing 90
- British Showjumping British Novice
Development Squad riders receive the following benefits:
- Weekly training sessions with the training Academy Coach
- Group sessions with guest coaches
- Discounted therapy sessions are available for horses in the Equine Therapy Centre
- Guidance on managing their academic studies with competitions
- Assistance with planning competition schedules
- Discounted membership to the Bishop Burton/Riseholme gym
