Coaching System
The FEI coaching system using an agreed syllabus was created to help developing NFs to organise their own coaching structure and develop their sport using local coaches which will be, at a certain level, certified jointly by the NF and the FEI. The System (oriented towards competitions) is based on providing courses for coaches under the direction of FEI appointed Tutors who will initiate the system in developing regions. They will train coaches at the various levels (Level 1 and Level 2) and in the future will identify Regional Tutors as it has been done in 2007 for South/Central America. Who will in their turn continue the system in their area. The courses are held on a regional basis. They may also be held on a national basis depending on the size of the country.
Level 1
The aim of the FEI Assistant Coaching Course (Level 1) is to cover the essential areas necessary to work competently as an FEI Assistant Coach, with an emphasis on skill development, participation and enjoyment. The Level I syllabus covers all events, and emphasizes the practical aspects of coaching. Successful candidates will receive a Level I Assistant Coach certificate of attendance which is issued jointly by the NF and the FEI. The Level I certified coach will also be expected to understand the concept of long term planning of training and be able to plan and implement effective training sessions.
Level 2
The aim of the FEI Level 2 Coaching Course is to cover the essential areas necessary to work competently as an independent equestrian coach up to Elementary level in the short and medium term. Participants of the Level 2 course will be assessed throughout the course. If they achieve the necessary standard, they will be awarded the FEI Level 2 Coach certificate of achievement, issued jointly by the FEI and NF. The Level 2 coach will be certified to teach independently.
Entry requirements for Level 2 include a specific profile of achievement on Level 1 Course, completion of a minimum of one year practical experience, submission of logbook and nomination for the Level 2 course by the Tutor.
For more information regarding these Courses, please refer to the documents mentioned below:
REPORTS - General Assembly
Report Development Workshop - Kuala Lumpur GA 2006
FEI Special Recognition
for Outstanding Services (PDF)
Report Development Workshop - London GA 2005 (PDF)
Basic Structure for Developing NFs
A Basic Structure was created to help developing NFs to organize the sport
in their countries.