The BHA is integral to the training, developing and retaining of the highly skilled and dedicated people who are at the heart of the racing industry.
Rider Development Pathway (RDP)
The Rider Development Pathway (RDP) connects a series of initiatives designed to support riders at all levels within British horse racing, from young people starting out their rider journey in pony racing, to those working in yards and others hoping to take out their jockey’s license. Its aims are to raise the standard of riding across the sport, with a significant focus on enhancing the quality of coaching and supporting the career progression of riders into the horseracing workforce, as well as creating a world class talent development pathway. It brings together training, coaching and career support into one joined-up system, so riders develop the right skills at the right time, safely and consistently, with clear routes to progress. The Rider Development Pathway will initially focus on the delivery of rider coaching in yards.
More information can be found here.
The Rider Competency Matrix provides a framework which sets out the skills a rider should be able to show at each level of their career, from entry to advanced levels.
More information can be found here
Racing Excellence Series
Racing Excellence is the industry accreditation for all race series supported by a qualified Jockey Coach that are run under the Hands and Heels or Training Race conditions. It has been long recognised that inexperienced jockeys benefit from structured coaching when race riding to improve and develop their skills. With 74 races across 7 series, including both flat and jumps codes, Racing Excellence will provide this valuable opportunity.
Contact us
Gill Greeves
Vocational Training Manager at the BHA
Email [email protected]
