Horse riding instructors teach people of different ages, riding ability and experience how to ride.
£14,000 Starter
to£25,000 Experienced
36 to 38 variable
evenings / weekends / bank holidays as customers demand
You can get into this job through:
You may be able to start through an intermediate equine groom or senior equine groom advanced apprenticeship.
Once you complete your apprenticeship, you could apply for jobs as a riding instructor's assistant and take further coaching qualifications on the job.
You'll usually need:
You can complete training and pass exams with the British Horse Society (BHS) or Association of British Riding Schools (ABRS).
You'll need to be a member of the BHS to follow their Coaching Pathway. You can train for the Stage 3 Coach award to qualify as a riding instructor.
The ABRS training route and practical exams include:
You do not need to be a member of the ABRS to take their exams.
You can also complete other specialist instructor awards through organisations like the Pony Club.
You can work with people with disabilities by following the Riding for the Disabled Association's Coaching Pathway.
You'll find more advice about becoming a riding instructor from the:
You'll need:
You'll need to:
Your day-to-day duties may involve:
You could work at a riding stable.
Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers.