Training the Sport Horse: Communication and Development CPD Day with Chris Bartle FBHS

Training the Sport Horse: Communication and Development CPD Day with Chris Bartle FBHS

Tuesday 6 October 2026 9.30am to 4.30pm

Scottish National Equestrian Centre, Oatridge, West Lothian, EH52 6NH

Chris Bartle FBHS - International Coach & Former Olympian

Chris Bartle FBHS is best known for his coaching career, having led both the German and British Eventing teams to multiple Olympic and Championship gold medals. His innovative approach to training riders and horses at the highest level has cemented his legacy as one of the most influential figures in modern equestrian sport.

He serves as Managing Director of the Yorkshire Riding Centre and is the High-Performance Coach for the British Eventing Team. Combining elite experience with a deep understanding of horse and rider dynamics, Chris continues to inspire the next generation of riders worldwide.

Chris is a globally respected British equestrian, coach, and former Olympian with outstanding achievements in both dressage and eventing. As a rider, Chris represented Great Britain in dressage at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, finishing joint sixth individually, and won team gold at the 1997 European Championships. He also secured victory at the prestigious Badminton Horse Trials in 1998.

Open to all to attend.

Cost: £40 for BHS Accredited Professional Coaches and £50 for others.

This will be 6 CPD points for BHS Accredited Professional Coaches.

The kiosk at SNEC will be open at lunchtime. 

Tea/coffee will be provided by BHS.

Photo credit to British Equestrian/Adam Fanthorpe.

Chris Bartle FBHS is also doing two other events:

Q&A social evening with optional dinner on Tuesday 6 October: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bhsscotland/2262161

Clinic on Wednesday 7 October: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bhsscotland/2261777