Join us for An Introduction to the BC Amateur Sport Fund — Presented by Sport BC, a helpful, introductory session for sport organizations looking to understand how the Fund works and how it can support their programs. We’ll walk through the basics: what the Fund is, how donations are handled, what kinds of projects qualify, and simple tips for setting up a strong campaign. Whether you’re brand new to the Fund or already have a project and want to make it better, this session will give you the information you need to feel confident moving forward.

This clinic is a must attend for all HCBC, EC Dressage Officials needing updating, anyone wanting to become a Dressage Judge and wanting to start their education with one of the best or Dressage riders wanting to know what will earn you those top scores.

The Equestrian Canada (EC), Western Learn to Ride program begins for athletes at Rider Level 1, introducing the basics of horsemanship and rider skills from the first experience to Rider Level 4, and the Intermediate Rider Levels. The Learn to Ride program is designed to be guided by a Certified and Licensed Instructor or Coach, to ensure that the concepts are clearly understood as the athlete progresses to each more challenging level. The program provides an opportunity for athletes to progress by demonstrating their skills through a series of written tests, interviews, and under saddle tests at each level. The aim of the Rider Level evaluator training clinic is to train Instructors and Coaches to understand and detect the requirements for a Rider level candidate to be successful. They will also learn the procedures for setting up an evaluation. Upon completing this training, to become a Rider Level evaluator, Licensed and NCCP Certified Instructors will be eligible to evaluate for Learn to Ride Levels 1-4. Licensed and NCCP Certified Coaches will be eligible to evaluate for Rider Levels 1-4 and Intermediate Rider Basic Training. Evaluators will be provided with all the necessary tools and information to begin testing.

This 1-day training combines Rookie Riders Instructor Training 1 & 2.

The Equestrian Canada (EC), English Learn to Ride programs begin for junior and senior riders, at Rider Level 1 introducing the basics of horsemanship and rider skills from the first experience to rider level 8. The Learn to Ride program is designed to be guided by a Certified and Licensed Instructor or Coach, to ensure that the concepts are clearly understood before the rider progresses to more challenging levels. The program provides an opportunity for riders to progress, demonstrating their skills through a series of increasingly complex written tests, interviews, and under-saddle jump and flat tests. Upon completing this training Licensed and NCCP Certified Instructors and Coaches will be eligible to evaluate for Learn to Ride up to and including level 6. Evaluators will be provided with all the necessary tools and information to begin testing.

Competition Coach Specialist - Western - Speed Events - Coaching - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - Western - Speed Events - Competition - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - Western - Speed Events - Planning - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

The Analyzing Performance Clinic, Competition Coach - English is designed to help Competition Coaches and Competition Coach Specialists develop, or refine, their analytical skills.

The Analyzing Beginner Equestrian Performance course is a half day course that teaches the equestrian instructor and coach how to apply a basic framework to detect and correct skill errors and engage in extensive reflection on the analysis of performance. You will see how to optimize your students’ learning by implementing effective analysis methods in your lessons.

The Competition Coach Evaluation –  Western assesses outcomes 1, 2 & 3 of the Competition Coach Certification pathway and includes the preparation of a coaching portfolio and an in-person evaluation of lessons being coached to students at the appropriate level.

All NCCP Coach Evaluators complete core training which includes the following modules:

- Overview of the workshop and the NCCP

- The certification process

- Learning to debrief

- Action planning

Competition Coach Specialist - Western - Reining - Competition - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

The core training for all NCCP Learning Facilitators includes the following modules:

- Overview of the workshop and the NCCP

- Functions of a Learning Facilitator

- Elements of an effective learning activity

- Stages of group development

- Nature of the group

The role of the Master Coach Developer (MCD) is to train, to evaluate, to support, and to mentor Coach Developers, i.e. Learning Facilitators (LFs), Coach Evaluators (CEs), and other MCDs. In addition, MCDs play a key role in promoting the NCCP.

Master Coach Developers must possess adequate knowledge and expertise in facilitation to assist in training Coach Developers and to lead workshops and professional development experiences for Coach Developers.

It is expected that Master Coach Developers will have more responsibility in a supportive role with Coach Developers during workshops, evaluations, and in Coach Developer development. MCDs should be willing and able to lend support to Coach Developers, program administrators, and delivery host agencies.

Instructor Evaluation - Drive for a coach candidate.

The Instructor Evaluation – Western assesses outcomes 1, 2 & 3 of the Instructor - Western Certification pathway and includes an in-person evaluation of lessons being coached to students at the appropriate level. 

Upon completion, you will be able to: 

• Plan a practice for beginner drivers and/or riders and develop an Emergency Action Plan 

• Support athletes in training by teaching lessons 

• Analyze the performance of beginner drivers and/or riders 

Making Ethical Decisions (Multisport) is designed to equip instructors and coaches to handle ethical situations with confidence and surety.

Upon completion of this training, you will be able to:

1. Identify the legal, ethical, and moral implications of difficult situations that present themselves in the world of team and individual sport
2. Analyze a challenging situation and determine if it has moral, legal or ethical implications
3. Apply the NCCP Ethical Decision-Making Model to properly respond to situations in a way that is consistent with the NCCP Code of Ethics

Upon completion of this course, the Coaching Association of Canada's $85 On-line Evaluation Fee for Make Ethical Decisions will be waived. Successful completion of the evaluation is necessary for coach certification in any NCCP program.

MED online evaluation

Competition Coach Specialist - Western - Reining - Planning - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - Western - Reining - Coaching - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - English - Jump - Competition - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - English - Jump - Coaching - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - Western - General Performance - Competition - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - Western - General Performance - Planning - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - Western - General Performance - Coaching - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - English - Eventing - Planning - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - English - Eventing - Competition - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - English - Dressage - Planning - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist - English - Dressage - Competition - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

Competition Coach Specialist Coaching Evaluation – Dressage assesses outcomes 4 & 5 of the Competition Coach Specialist Certification pathway and includes an in-person evaluation of lessons being coached to a student at the appropriate level.

Upon completion, you will be able to:

1. Plan a practice for competition introduction riders and develop an Emergency Action Plan
2. Support athletes in training by coaching lessons
3. Analyze the performance of competition introduction riders

Competition Coach Specialist - English - Jump - Planning - Evaluation for a Coach candidate.

This course is designed to help equestrian coaches, trainers, officials and sport leaders learn how to create and support a safe and respectful environment for all participants. The course addresses topics related to harassment, abuse and discrimination, and helps you understand how to respond appropriately and effectively.

THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE TO ALL EQUESTRIAN CANADA SPORT & COACH LICENCE HOLDERS AND ONTARIO EQUESTRIAN MEMBERS. THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE TO ALL EQUESTRIAN CANADA SPORT & COACH LICENCE HOLDERS AND ONTARIO EQUESTRIAN MEMBERS. THE COURSE WILL AUTOMATICALLY ADDED TO YOUR ACCOUNT, ACCESSIBLE THROUGH THE DASHBOARD WHEN YOU LOG IN.

At all levels of Equestrian sport, competing horses rely on athletes to do what is best for their health and welfare. It is imperative for anyone involved in horse training and riding/driving to speak with their trainers, coaches and veterinarians about properly conditioning your horse competition, as collectively, you know your equine partner better than anyone. This online e-learning course is set to teach the basics of Equine Conditioning. Equines compete in a diverse range of sporting activities, each requiring specific technical skills and different levels of physical fitness. Conditioning Sport Horses is based on the Conditioning Sport Horses written by Hilary M. Clayton and aims to provide a background of scientific facts upon which to base a logical system of conditioning. The course walks you through the basic principles of conditioning, as well as cardiovascular and strength conditioning education. This course is entry level learning into science based equine athlete conditioning, that will be a key foundation to developing discipline specific condition programs with courses to come!

This course is designed to help equestrian coaches, athletes, parents officials and event organizers become more knowledgeable about the four R's of concussion management.

RECOGNIZE, REMOVE, REFER, RETURN

• Have a clear understanding of the skills and standards required to safely lunge horses and horses with riders.
• Understand the basics of effective lunging
• Create a safe lunging environment for both horse and rider.
• Have a clear understanding of the tack useful for lunging
• Know how and when to use natural and material aids for lunging
• Lunge effectively and safely a rider

This course is designed to help instructors, competition coaches, and competition coach specialists build a strong foundation in equine nutrition. It also offers valuable insights for owners, trainers, riders, and anyone responsible for the daily care and well-being of horses. If you’re making decisions about what goes into your horse’s feed bucket, this course is for you.

Our goal is to help you make informed, balanced, and practical nutritional choices to support equine health and performance.

Upon completion of this training, you will be able to:

1. Understand the fundamentals of equine digestive anatomy and how it impacts feeding strategies.
2. Identify the key nutrients essential to horse health and how they function in the body.
3. Evaluate feed types, forage quality, and supplements to meet your horse’s needs.
4. Recognize the signs of nutritional deficiencies and imbalances.
5. Create safe, effective, and individualized feeding programs for horses in various life stages and workloads.
6. Apply nutrition principles in real-world scenarios to improve horse welfare and performance.

Language: English.

Course Duration: 6-8 Hours.

Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of eLearning completion and 3 National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Professional Development (PD) Points (if applicable).

This course was designed to educate volunteers who serve on a board of a non-profit organization. Typically, organizations have staff (paid or volunteer) who report to an administrator who reports to the board of directors. This course uses examples and scenarios from that type of organizational structure. For those who serve on a board for organizations structured differently, not all examples and scenarios in the course will be directly applicable; however, the key lessons of the modules and concepts are transferable. It is recommended that all board members undergo an orientation for their roles and responsibilities. This training contains video scenarios and interactive exercises to enforce key concepts.

Course Overview:

1. Module 1: Orientation to the Board.
2. Module 2: The Structure of Non-profit Boards.
3. Module 3: Board Roles and Responsibilities.
4. Module 4: Executive Director Roles and Responsibilities.
5. Module 5: Strategic Planning.
6. Module 6: Policy Development.
7. Module 7: Budget and Finances.
8. Module 8: Resolving Conflict.

This course has been developed by Brock University's Centre for Sport Capacity and Sport for Life.

Welcome to the Equine Care Program Introductory Course. The goals of this course are to help you become familiar with the Equine Care Program and understand how to assess your facility and the horses you care for. Additionally, you will learn about the resources available through Equestrian Canada to assist you in meeting the Program requirements and furthering your knowledge in horse welfare-related topics.

This course will take you through 4 modules including:

• Module 1: Introduction to the Equine Care Program
• Module 2: The Code of Practice for Equines
• Module 3: How to Conduct a Self Assessment
• Module 4: Program Resources

This online training module can be completed from any location with internet access using a computer, tablet or smartphone. While the course is self-paced, most participants will complete their training in 45 minutes, or less.

WHMIS 2022 online course is based on the current legislation and meets the legislated requirement for general WHMIS training. Employers must also provide workplace-specific training and instruction for each of the hazardous products in the workplace.

WHMIS 2022 has come into effect with a transition period that lasts 3years (full implementation by December 31, 2025).

This comprehensive four-module course is designed to give landowners, equine professionals, and property managers the practical tools and foundational knowledge needed to manage water resources effectively.

Whether you're managing a small paddock or a multi-acre operation, this course will help you make better water-related decisions for the health of your horses, your land, and your infrastructure.

Our goal is to help you steward water wisely—for sustainability, safety, and long-term property success.

Upon completion of this training, you will be able to:

1. Understand how water flows and interacts with different land types and structures.
2. Identify water-related risks on your property, including erosion, contamination, and poor drainage.
3. Implement practical strategies for water conservation, collection, and distribution.
4. Apply best practices for managing runoff, maintaining healthy soils, and protecting nearby waterways.
5. Evaluate and adapt water management systems to improve efficiency and environmental stewardship.

This series of videos is geared towards our general membership. Horse owners, riders, drivers, vaulters, volunteers and general horse enthusiasts! Learn the ins and outs of the insurance behind your membership.

Officials certification for Dressage Judges working on BC sanctioned field of play. This certification focuses on the Dressage discipline. After the successful completion of the steps below, please contact BC's Coordinator, Officials at officials@equestrian.ca to get your application reviewed and obtain certification or maintenance. Successful completion of this evaluation is required as part of the Dressage Judge maintenance and promotion requirements.

Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of eLearning completion and 1 National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Professional Development (PD) Point (if applicable).

New to Canada participants require an individualized approach to enhance their own level of physical literacy through quality, stage-appropriate experiences. This course explores the barriers newcomers face to participation and solutions to address those barriers.

This course was developed by Sport for Life.