In September 2024, six dedicated coaches from across the country began their journey towards achieving the prestigious British Eventing Coaching Certificate (BECC) Level 3 Eventing specific qualification. After eight months of rigorous training, both theoretical and practical, they successfully completed the course and earned their BECC Level 3 qualification.
The training consisted of a combination of face-to-face and online learning, covering both theory and practical coaching. Sessions took place at the renowned Aston Le Walls in Northamptonshire, providing an excellent environment for honing skills. The final assessment, which was held at Aston Le Walls, was an intense, full-day process where each coach delivered three lessons—one in each discipline. In addition to the coaching sessions, the coaches engaged in discussions with the assessors.
We are thrilled to congratulate the following coaches for their exceptional achievement:
- Alice Hallows
- Franky Reid-Warrilow
- Fred Scala
- Joe Roome
- Jonty Evans
- Kirsty Short
The BECC Level 3 Eventing qualification offers some of the highest quality training available for coaches in the field. Awarded by 1st4sport, an organization recognized and regulated by Ofqual in England, the BECC qualifications are regarded as a mark of excellence in coaching. Delivered by a highly experienced team of Coach Educators, the BECC Level 3 qualification equips coaches with the skills to plan, deliver, analyse, and review comprehensive rider development programs. By the end of the course, coaches are ready to work independently at a regional level, acting as role models within the sport.
Rosie Williams, CEO of British Eventing commented: “Congratulations to the coaches who have completed the BECC Level 3 Eventing qualification. This achievement is a testament to their dedication and commitment to advancing the sport. The BECC Level 3 qualification sets a benchmark for excellence in coaching, and these coaches are now equipped to inspire and develop the next generation of riders. At British Eventing, we are proud to support and celebrate the growth of coaching standards within our sport, ensuring that riders and horses alike receive the highest level of guidance and expertise.”
Why is the BECC Level 3 Qualification so valuable?
The BECC qualifications play a crucial role in elevating the profile of equestrian coaching by setting high standards for best practice. As part of a nationally recognized framework, these qualifications are developed in collaboration with the UK’s leading sports organizations, ensuring that the training aligns with top industry standards.
Moreover, completing the BECC Level 3 qualification in Eventing demonstrates a coach’s technical expertise and ability to deliver high-level coaching to riders. It affirms that the coach is capable of fostering riders’ development at a regional level, helping them to reach their fullest potential.
The benefits of a Eventing-Specific Qualification
The BECC qualifications also offer specialized tracks such as dressage-specific qualifications, which provide a deep dive into the discipline’s nuances. Benefits of earning such qualifications include:
- Raising the Profile of Coaching: The qualifications help establish and uphold high standards in coaching across the equestrian industry.
- National Recognition: The qualifications are part of a nationally recognized framework that has been developed by the UK’s most successful sporting bodies.
- Demonstrated Practical Ability: Earning a BECC qualification proves that a coach possesses both the technical knowledge and the practical skills needed to coach riders effectively to the level of the qualification earned.
For more information about the BECC Qualification program and how to get involved, please contact Training@britisheventing.com.
