The Equine Coach Assembly

The Equine Coach Assembly Equine Coach Assembly
2nd-3rd February 2026
at the Scottish National Equestrian Centre. Open to all registered coaches & other professionals.

Presenting: Christopher Bartle FBHS, Olympian Abi Lyle, Sam York FBHS & Dr Russell Mackechnie-Guire.

27/03/2026

With our final two presenters now confirmed, the full line-up is complete — and tickets are officially live.

📍 Scottish National Equestrian Centre
📅 29–30 September

This is a unique opportunity to see a multi-disciplinary performance team working together in real time, combining coaching, physio, fitness, and psychology to support rider development.

🔹 Live coaching demonstrations
🔹 Riders from the Athlete Development Pathway
🔹 Latest research applied directly to ridden work
🔹 Practical insights you can take straight into your own coaching or training

Tuesday evening also includes:
🔹 Expert panel Q&A with all presenters
🔹 Horse Scotland Awards

Featuring:
Harry Payne | John Ledingham | Stephanie Jones | Robyn Dunn | Lauren Semple | Sam York

If you’re serious about developing as a coach, rider, or support practitioner — this is where you see how it all connects.

Tickets now on sale!!

https://www.buytickets.at/horsescotland/2125321

Contact: [email protected]

23/03/2026

We know you want to hear more about what's happening on 29th & 30th September at The Scottish National Equestrian Centre for the collaboration of horsescotland and The Equine Coach Assembly.

👉Here are two more of the presenters, Robyn Dunn rider Physio & Stephanie Jones Clinical Sports Psychologist.

🎉More to come.......

🧐Box office opens soon

10/03/2026

horsescotland Athlete Development Pathway
in collaboration with The Equine Coach Assembly .

Keep watching the pages over the next few days as more coaches and presenters revealed.
Save the date.

More details to follow. Watch the HorseScotland & Equine Coach Assembly FB pages.

15/02/2026

horsescotland Athlete Development Pathway
in collaboration with The Equine Coach Assembly.

Save the date.

Details to follow. Watch the HorseScotland & Equine Coach Assembly FB pages.

It is with genuine regret that we need to inform you that the Equine Coach Assembly has been cancelled for February 2026...
17/12/2025

It is with genuine regret that we need to inform you that the Equine Coach Assembly has been cancelled for February 2026. Ticket sales have not reached the required level, combined with other unforeseen circumstances. After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to cancel.

All ticket holders will receive a full refund, which will be processed via Ticket Tailor automatically. Please allow a few working days for the refund to appear in your account. If you bought a ticket and have not received notification from ticket tailor, please check your spam/junk box.

We are incredibly grateful for your support and interest in the Equine Coach Assembly and we are truly disappointed not to be able to deliver the event as planned. We very much hope to welcome you when the Assembly is rescheduled in the future.

Thank you for your understanding.

Kind regards,
Jen Morris
Equine Coach Assembly
F&I Association

⭐ Meet the presenters! ⭐ Abi Lyle is an international dressage rider representing Ireland at the sport’s highest level, ...
11/12/2025

⭐ Meet the presenters! ⭐

Abi Lyle is an international dressage rider representing Ireland at the sport’s highest level, including the FEI World Championships and the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Originally from Bangor, Northern Ireland, Abi began riding after her GCSEs taking an unconventional path to elite competition that reflects her resilience and drive.

In 2009, she moved to England to train professionally, earning a working scholarship at Talland Equestrian Centre. Now based in Wiltshire, she trains under Olympic gold medallist Carl Hester and continues to build a competitive string of horses. Her standout partnership with Giraldo (“Arty”) has earned international acclaim, showcasing her commitment to ethical training and long-term development.

Abi brings a holistic perspective to high-performance sport, emphasizing rider mindset, fitness, and emotional resilience. Her coaching and public speaking often focus on sustainable training practices, late-starter journeys and the mental demands of elite competition.

A recipient of the 2022 Irish Field Dressage Rider of the Year award, Abi is a respected voice in equestrian sport, blending traditional horsemanship with modern athletic principles.

⭐ Meet the presenters ⭐ Dr. Russell MacKechnie-Guire is a leading authority in equine biomechanics, specialising in the ...
11/12/2025

⭐ Meet the presenters ⭐

Dr. Russell MacKechnie-Guire is a leading authority in equine biomechanics, specialising in the horse-saddle-rider interface, spinal kinematics and rider asymmetry.

He holds a PhD from the Royal Veterinary College and a BSc (Hons) in Equine and Human Sports Science and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).

As founder of Centaur Biomechanics, Russell works at the intersection of science and sport, delivering evidence-based solutions to enhance performance and welfare. A BHSI-accredited coach and Pilates instructor, he brings practical insight to his academic expertise and remains an active dressage competitor.

Russell consults with the British Equestrian World Class Programme and serves on international advisory panels relating to equine performance, tack design and welfare. His research and consultancy work are widely recognized for driving innovation across disciplines in the equestrian world.

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05/12/2025

Last year’s feedback speaks for itself 🔥
�Early bird tickets for the Equine Coach Assembly 2nd-3rd Feb at The Scottish National Equestrian Centre end at midnight tonight!

Presenting in 2026!

📍 Christopher Bartle - International Coach & Former Olympian
📍 Sam York - International Coach, Educator & Consultant
📍 Abi Lyle - International Dressage Rider, Coach & Performance Advocate
📍 Russell MacKechnie-Guire - Biomechanics Specialist & Coach

Refresh your coaching with clarity and confidence. This seminar brings master coaches and educators together to help you navigate current challenges in the industry, elevate equine wellbeing, and apply learning theory in a practical, rider-friendly ways—so you can coach with skill, purpose, and peace of mind.

The ECA is proudly sponsored by and Jayne Faulkner Vet Physio.

Thank you to every one of you who has already reserved your seat! Without you these events simply cannot happen!

If you’ve got a friend who said “I’ll book it later” and never quite did…give them a gentle nudge 👀
�Nothing worse than missing out on a great deal - especially one this good!

Click the link below: ⬇️

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/fellowsinstructorsassociationofbhs/1940638

04/12/2025

Refresh your coaching with clarity and confidence. This seminar brings master coaches and educators together to help you navigate current challenges in the industry, elevate equine wellbeing and apply learning theory in a practical, rider-friendly way - so you can coach with skill, purpose and peace of mind.

Day 1 (Mon 2nd Feb)- Dressage orientated
Day 2 (Tues 3rd Feb) - Show Jumping orientated. Gala dinner Monday evening & rooms available Houstoun House

All four master coaches and educators will be interactively involved on both seminar days to provide a rounded, innovative and future focused environment.

Kindly sponsored by: Eastern Western Motor Group & Jayne Faulkner Vet Physio

Making a trip of it? Take the time to explore the attractions and sites in the local area or spend a couple of days in Edinburgh. There is so much to see and do!

Early bird booking closes TOMORROW AT MIDNIGHT!
Open to all.

Click the link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/fellowsinstructorsassociationofbhs/1940638

British Horse SocietyBHS Scotland horsescotland British Eventing Official

Abi Lyle Dressage Centaur Biomechanics Sam York Oakring Stud and Performance Horses Yorkshire Riding Centre

02/12/2025

Meet the presenters:

📍 Chris Bartle FBHS - Team GB Eventing High Performance Coach

At the Equine Coach Assembly, Chris will share practical ways to coach both riders and horses, focusing on clear communication, partnership, and welfare exploring how to support horses not just as athletes, but as partners also, to help both horse and rider perform at their best.

📅 2nd-3rd February 2025

‼️ Early bird offer ends midnight Friday 5th December!

🎟️ To book and for all the info click the link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/fellowsinstructorsassociationofbhs/1940638

The Equine Coach Assembly is generously sponsored by Eastern Western Motor Group and Jayne Faulkner Vet Physio

29/11/2025

📣 Equine Coach Assembly: 2nd–3rd February 2026!

Generously sponsored by Eastern Holdings Ltd and Jayne Faulkner Vet Physio

�📍 Book Your Place Now!

The Equine Coach Assembly is back - and it’s happening on 2nd–3rd February 2026!

If you’re a coach, trainer, or aspiring coach wanting to start the year feeling inspired, confident and full of fresh ideas…this is an event you don’t want to miss.

Across two days you’ll hear from a fantastic line-up of presenters, each bringing their specialist knowledge, coaching experience, and real-world insight to help you develop your skills. Expect:
�🐴 Practical demonstrations�
🎤 Expert-led sessions�
💡 Coaching tools you can use straight away�
🤝 A brilliant chance to connect with other coaches

The organising committee, including Jen Morris (Scottish F&I Rep & Chair of BHS Scotland Training Committee) - has put together an exciting, high-quality programme designed to support coaches at every level.

Spaces will go quickly, so if you’ve been meaning to invest in your coaching, now is the perfect moment to secure your spot. CPD points available!

👉 Book now and join us on 2nd–3rd Feb!�Let’s kick off the year with inspiration, education, and a stronger coaching community across Scotland.

Attend one day or both days, entirely up to you!

To book and for more info click the link:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/fellowsinstructorsassociationofbhs/1940638

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British Showjumping
BHS Scotland
The Pony Club
British Eventing Official
British Equestrian
Eastern Western Motor Group
British Dressage
Jayne Faulkner Vet Physio
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Broxburn
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