About

Inspire. Connect. Progress. Together.

Join us for a two-day Train to Teach Coach Development experience, proudly sponsored by Equestrian NSW.

These days are designed to support coaches at every stage, from those curious about the coaching pathway, to current candidates progressing accreditation components, to established coaches seeking inspiration, connection, and professional development.

Train to Teach Days are about learning alongside Coach Educators (CEs) and SSTAs, developing practical coaching skills, and accessing assessment opportunities where appropriate, all within a supportive, community-focused environment.

Everyone is welcome.
Come to learn, sit in, practise, or progress.

📅 Event Details

Dates: Tuesday & Wednesday, 3–4 March 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hawkesbury Riding Club, Racecourse Road, Clarendon

🎓 What This Event Offers

✔️ Informative theory and demonstration sessions each day
✔️ Sit-in access to Coach Educators (CEs) and SSTAs
✔️ Structured coach development training in riding, horse management, and coaching
✔️ Practical, real-world learning in a supportive environment
✔️ Assessment opportunities where appropriate
✔️ A welcoming, community-driven coaching atmosphere

🔄 How the Days Run

Each day follows a consistent and supportive structure:

• Theory Session – setting clear expectations and frameworks
• Demonstration Lesson – observe a Coach Educator in action
• Practical Training Blocks – riding, coaching, and horse management
• Reflection & Wrap-Up – consolidate learning and identify next steps

🗓️ Program Overview

Tuesday – General Riding, Coaching & Horse Management

• General riding and coaching training
• Jumping and XC-focused coaching skills and observation
• Practical horse management components

Wednesday – Dressage & Flatwork Riding and Coaching & Horse Management

• Dressage and flatwork riding components
• Dressage-focused coaching skills and observation
• Practical horse management components

Across Both Days

• Sit-in opportunities with Coach Educators (CEs) and SSTAs
• Practical training and coaching development sessions
• Assessment support available where prerequisites are met
• Ongoing Coach Educator guidance, feedback, and discussion

Participants may attend one or both days, depending on individual goals and pathway needs.
Spaces are limited, with a maximum of four assessment sessions per day per candidate.

💰 Pricing & Assessment Information

General Attendance (Observer / Sit-In)

• $30 – Full Day Attendance Pass
  Includes sit-in access to all theory, demonstrations, and practical sessions.
  (Free for EA coaches and candidates, Officials, and NSW Squad Riders.)

Training & Assessment

Participants undertaking training and/or assessment will be billed per EA assessment slip, as follows:

• $30 – Theory slips
• $40 – Practical Riding & Horse Management slips
• $50 – Practical Coaching slips

Assessment opportunities are subject to prerequisites and Coach Educator discretion.

📝 How to Register

1. Select your date
   Choose your preferred date from the right-hand sidebar.
2. Select the time block
   The date will open with a 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM time block.
   Click Select.
3. Choose your attendance option                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Select either general attendance or the training and/or assessment options relevant to your pathway.

🔔 Important Notes

• Before entering coaching events, please ensure you have completed the required prerequisites for your level.
• Prerequisites are available via Equestrian NSW Coaching social media pages, or by emailing coaching@ensw.org.au for a full list.
• Refunds will not be issued once events have been paid for.

✅ Eligibility & Requirements

• Everyone is welcome to attend as an observer or participant.
• Those seeking assessment must ensure all relevant EA prerequisites are completed prior to attending.
• All coach candidates must be current EA members.
• Candidates must have purchased the relevant EA Coaching Workbooks prior to assessment.

🌱 Who Should Attend?

• Aspiring coaches exploring the EA coaching pathway
• Current coach candidates progressing Introductory, Level 1, or Level 2 components
• Accredited coaches wishing to sit in, refresh, or support the coaching community
• Coach Educators and SSTAs seeking professional connection and shared learning
• Anyone interested in how quality coaching is developed

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