Hi Everyone! Lots of exciting things have happened since my last blog that was released in October, I have been super busy! Although the weather conditions have been challenging, I have managed to be consistent with my training with Shellie Beattie Dressage. We have been asking Dennis lots of different questions to keep him engaged and been teaching him the movements for the Elementary level tests. He has taken to…
Hey Everyone! It’s been a little while since my last update, and there’s so much I want to fill you in on! Over the past six months, I’ve qualified for Novice Silver Regionals, Novice Silver Area Festival, Elementary Silver Area Festival, and the Sheepgate Under 25’s Championship at both Novice and Elementary levels. I’m incredibly proud of these achievements! In early April, I had the amazing opportunity to groom for…
Hey Everyone! Since my last blog, I have completed the ‘BEF Young Professionals Programme’ run by British Equestrian! It was such a brilliant programme and I thoroughly enjoyed all of the informative sessions. These sessions have predominantly been based on how to run your equestrian business correctly. Some of the sessions since my last blog have been The Programme finished with a yard visit (Dressage Specific) as this is my…
Haddon Training apprenticeship ambassador, Emilia, shares her insights and experiences about her End Point Assessment (EPA) journey. Emilia, who completed her Level 3 Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship in July 2023, offers valuable advice and encouragement for learners preparing for their own EPA. Here, she discusses how she navigated the assessment process and provides practical tips to help future candidates approach their EPA with confidence and success. When did you take…
Hi Everyone! I’ve had a busy couple of months studying and I have lots of competition news to update you on! 2024 began with a Pre-Regional runout at Onley Grounds. I came away with 68.79% in the P17a which I was really happy with. Not long after this event was the Prelim Gold Regional championships, which included a very competitive class and had some top horses and riders in. I was delighted…
Our apprenticeship ambassador, Emilia Bishop, updates us on her recent experiences, including competitions, events, and the exciting addition of a new qualification to her journey! Hi everyone! I hope you all had a good Christmas and New Year! I have had a busy couple of months since my last blog, and I have lots to update you on! Firstly, I am very excited to announce that I have been selected…
ATTENDING PRO-GROOM SCHOOLBy Emilia Bishop On Monday 23rd October, I had the privilege of attending the British Groom’s Association’s first Pro-Groom School event held at Stallion AI’s facilities in Shropshire, as Haddon Training’s Apprenticeship Ambassador. The event was exclusive to BGA members, and I cannot thank Haddon Training and the British Grooms Association enough for the opportunity to attend – I had such a brilliant day and learnt so much from the professionals that came to show…
Hi Everyone First of all I have some fantastic news! I am pleased to announce that I have completed my End Point Assessment and gained an overall ‘Pass’ grade in my Level 3 Senior Equine groom apprenticeship! I achieved a distinction in the practical day, a distinction in the professional discussion and a pass in the knowledge test. I worked super hard to achieve this and I wouldn’t have been able…
Mark your calendars for the BGA’s Pro Groom School event – the ultimate equine learning experience coming your way on October 23rd 2023! Taking place at Stallion AI Services, Whitchurch, Shropshire – the Pro Groom School event will showcase a series of talks, practical demonstrations and Q&A sessions led by a trio of super grooms: Jackie Potts, Jenny Ellis, and Alan Davies. All three are highly experienced British Equestrian Team grooms, who have groomed at over 10 Olympics between them! They…
Hi Everyone! I have had an incredibly busy month and can’t wait to tell you all about it! During May, I was lucky enough to go to the Hickstead Premier League; grooming for my employer Judy Harvey. This was an amazing experience and it was lovely to catch up with a lot of my friends. Hickstead is one of my favourite venues – it is always so well run and has a great atmosphere. There…
i everyone, I hope you all had a great Easter? I have so much to update you on since my last blog…. I spent a fabulous week at home celebrating my 21st birthday at the start of April with family and friends. I had the most amazing time but was so happy to see the horses when I got back! March has been extremely exciting! Whilst Beanie enjoys a well deserved break,…
Hi Everyone, Firstly, I’m so excited to share with you that I finished 7th in the advanced medium gold winter regionals!!! What a fabulous experience! I’m so proud of myself and Beanie’s partnership, we really did perform our hearts out. He was amazing! I also managed to get some fantastic photos from the prize giving ceremony. I’ve had a busy month preparing for the Regional Championships and plenty of winter training ready for lots of…
Happy New Year everybody!! Hope you all had a lovely time over Christmas and celebrating the beginning of 2023. Back in December, I successfully qualified for Winter Regionals at Advanced Medium Gold level, which is amazing. I also attended both dressage performances at The London International Horse Show at The Excel Centre in London. It was incredible to watch some of the top riders in the world compete, including Lottie Fry, Gareth Hughes and Abi Lyle. The freestyle night was…
