Introduction
For a list of upcoming assessor training workshops and course guidelines, please see the sections below.
D and D+ Test Assessor Training Workshops
These workshops will last three hours, and will include the following topics:
- The Pony Club Test Structure
- Discussion on and demonstration of the D and D+ standards
- Questioning technique
- Practical observation and questioning
- Giving appropriate feedback
Attendees will receive written feedback to take from the workshop, with clear guidance on how to progress. Attendees will then be encouraged to shadow more experienced assessors in Centre or Branch D and D+ Tests before assessing independently.
These workshops are assessor updates and are a statutory requirement for anyone wishing to assess at D or D+ Level.
These can be used as CPD for coaches.
These workshops can cost up to £30 per person to attend.
You will need to take along the Test cards for E, D, D+ and C Tests, and complete the Pre-Course Work prior to attending the workshop.
You can view Efficiency Tests on the Efficiency Tests page and download the Pre-Course Work below.
Upcoming Dates
Area | Date | Venue | Test Level(s) | Trainer(s) | Booking Details |
14 | 07/12/2023 | Online | D and D+ | Area 14 Training Committee | Book Here |
2 | 07/01/2024 |
Benridge Riding Centre Benridge Hagg, Morpeth NE61 3SB |
D+ to C | Marianne Watts BHSI | Book Here |
10 | 5/02/2024 |
Cardiff Riding School, Pontcanna Fields, Llandaff, Cardiff, CF5 2AX |
D and D+ |
Carole Broad FBHS |
Ann Peate 078117661559 |
11 | 21/02/2024 | Online |
D and D+ |
Book Here | |
11 | 24/01/2024 | Online | D and D+ | Jean Preston and Corrine Perry | Book Here |
04/03/2024 | Online | E, D, D+ | Carole Broad |
area15@pcuk.org |
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08/03/24 | Online | D and D+ | Abby Bernard |
Abby Bernard Area11@pcuk.org. |
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9 | 16/04/2024 | Rectory Farm, Duntisbourne Abbotts, Cirencester, GL | D and D+ | Carole Broad |
To book contact: Eileen Hilleard support.area9@pcuk.org |
17/04/2024 | Online | D and D+ | Abby Bernard |
Abby Bernard Area11@pcuk.org. |
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16 | 21/04/24 | Area 16 Coach and Assessor Training | E, D, D+ | Emily Farleigh | |
15/05/2024 | Online | D and D+ | Abby Bernard |
Abby Bernard Area11@pcuk.org. |
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29/05/2024 | Online | D and D+ | Abby Bernard |
Abby Bernard Area11@pcuk.org. |
C Test Assessor Training Workshops
These workshops will last three and a half hours, and will include the following topics:
- The Pony Club Test Structure
- Discussion on and demonstration of C standard Riding and Care
- Timetabling
- Questioning technique
- Practical observation and questioning
- Delivering appropriate feedback
Attendees will receive written feedback to take from the workshop, with clear guidance on how to progress. Attendees will then be encouraged to shadow more experienced assessors in Centre or Branch C Tests before assessing independently.
These workshops cost £30 per person to attend.
These workshops are assessor updates and are a statutory requirement for anyone wishing to assess at C or C+ Level.
You will need to take along the Test cards for E, D, D+ and C Tests, and complete the Pre-Course Work prior to attending the workshop.
You can view Efficiency Tests on the Efficiency Tests page and download the Pre-Course Work below.
Upcoming Dates
Area | Date | Venue | Test Level(s) | Trainer(s) | Booking Details |
8 | 7th December 2023 | Zoom | C and C+ | Carole Broad | |
11 | 28th January 2024 | Tye Farm, Hatfield, TN& 4JR | C and C+ | Jean Preston and Corrine Perry |
Contact Abby Bernard: area11@pcuk.org |
21st April 2024 | Duchy College, Stoke Climsland, Callington, PL17 8PB | C and C+ | Emily Farleigh | Book Here | |
11 | 24th April 2024 | Rectory Farm, Duntisbourne Abbotts, Cirencester, GL | C and C+ | Abby Bernard | Abby Bernard Area11@pcuk.org |
9 | 30th April 2024 | Rectory Farm, Duntisbourne Abbotts, Cirencester, GL | C and C+ | Carole Braod |
To book contact Eileen Hilleard support.area9@pcuk.org |
22nd May 2024 | Online | C and C+ | Abby Bernard |
Abby Bernard Area11@pcuk.org. |
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12 | 2nd June 2024 | C and C+ |
Debbie Fogden |
Assessor Training above C Test
B Test assessors are expected to attend a refresher day at least once every two years in order to remain on the list. These days are usually organised by the Area.
AH and A Test refresher days for assessors are organised by the Training Committee and The Pony Club Office.
These workshops are assessor updates and are a statutory requirement for anyone wishing to assess at B, B + AH or A Level.
Upcoming Dates
Area | Date | Venue | Test Level(s) | Trainer(s) | Booking Details |
3 | 29/11/2023 | Online | B | Carole Broad | Book through Liz Dunn - liz@justindunn.com |
9 | 30/11/2023 | Online | B | Carole Broad | Book Here |
8 | 11/12/2023 | Online | B | Carole Broad | Book Here |
11 | 15/02/2024 |
Hadlow College, Hadlow, Tonbridge, Kent. TN11 0AL |
B, B+ and A Test | Debbie Melville | Book Here |
9 | 13/02/2024 |
Rectory Farm, Duntisbourne Abbotts, Cirencester, GL |
B | Carol Broad |
To book contact: Eileen Hilleard support.area9@pcuk.org |
1 / 19 | 25/02/24 |
Hollrock Sport Horses, Wyndford Farm, Ecclesmachan, West Lothian, EH52 6NW
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AH | Patrick Print FBHS |
Please email: sevend@hotmail.co.uk |
Open to All | 26/02/24 |
Marsworth, Millenium Hall, Marsworth, Tring, Herdfordshire, HP23 4LR |
B |
Debbie Fogden 07545428807 training@pcuk.org |
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1 | 02/03/24 |
Netherton Equestrian, Netherton Farm, Aberargie, Perthshire, PH2 9NE |
C+,B, B+ | Jane Gilchrist and Kirsty Blackmore | |
24/04/24 |
Online |
C and C+ | Abby Bernard |
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