Shuttleworth College's Equine Centre is a
regionally recognised (British Horse Society approved) Show Centre
providing equestrian training and holding competitive events each
month of the year. With extra funding from the Shuttleworth
Trust event facilities will be improved to welcome even more
competitors and visitors.
The Equine Centre hosts a variety of events
including monthly show jumping and dressage competitions. The
extra funding will be used to improve and extend car parking space
available so that more people will be able attend and take part in
the events. The Equine Centre boasts two indoor arenas and
purpose-built stabling with a range of quality horses.
Shuttleworth College runs a range of equine
courses from three hour weekend courses to one and two year
full-time BTEC courses in Horse Management which combine practical
experience with theory. The courses help students gain a
range of skills including riding, stable management, equine
sciences and nutrition. The centre also offers part-time
evening courses focusing on British Horse Society stage exams and
weekend courses which cover a range of topics including horse
massage, lower leg anatomy and show preparation.
Shuttleworth students gain excellent hands-on
experience of work in the industry and many go on to higher
education or careers in the industry.
Sally Kidd (Equine Course Manager) said:
“The College has a wide range of horses to
encourage further development of rider skills together with
experienced staff in our excellent facilities, including two indoor
schools. The extra funding we have received will improve the
event facilities on site here which is essential as Shuttleworth is
a competition centre. The monthly competitions in show
jumping and dressage are run by students, who also have the
opportunity to compete in these events”
Shuttleworth College offers horse enthusiasts
of all abilities the chance to brush up on their skills, take part
in competitions or study towards nationally recognised
qualifications. With a wide range of courses on offer from
three hours to three years of study, there is something here for
everyone.