The Newmarket Pony Academy is a community project designed to use horses and ponies to positively effect mental health and wellbeing of children in Newmarket.
Short Courses
Beginner
The Newmarket Pony Academy is a community project designed to use horses and ponies to positively effect mental health and wellbeing of children in Newmarket.
I'm New to Racing
No experience required
The first step towards working in horseracing, this is an apprenticeship programme which opens the door to this multi-million pound industry. Your journey starts here!
Diploma Courses
Intermediate
An essential step towards working in the racing industry, the Level 2 Apprenticeship Equine Groom (Racing) gives you all the skills and experience you need to further your career.
Stable Staff Courses
Moderate
This new and exciting Foundation Degree, with the option to progress to an Honours Degree, delivers a broad programme of learning and offers a fascinating insight into the horseracing industry.
Stable Staff Courses
Experienced
The Rider Coaching Programme is suitable for anyone in a senior position in a yard with plenty of experience, and will lead to a Level 1 Qualification in Rider Coaching.
Stable Staff Courses
Experienced
The Yard Managers course is suitable for anyone who currently supervises staff in a racing yard or stud farm. It covers many aspects of administration, leadership and management needed in the day to day running of a racing yard. This course does not to teach practical horse care.
Short Courses
Intermediate
You can learn the useful art of clipping on this Bitesize course; improve your skillset and employability at the British Racing School.
Jockey
Intermediate
As an alternative to riding as a professional jockey, individuals may apply for an Amateur Riders Permit. It can be a great way to kick start your race riding career and was the route chosen by Ryan Moore, Tom O’Brien and Richard Johnston to name a few.
Short Courses
Intermediate
Learn more about this important part of horse care. This course teaches you how to thin and shorten your horse’s mane.
Management
Experienced
Whether you already work within horseracing or simply have a desire to learn about what goes into running and administering the multi-million pound industry then TRIC is the course for you. With an established reputation, TRIC attracts delegates from all over the world as well as a top-class line-up of speakers throughout the week.
Short Courses
Novice
Learn how to handle a horse with confidence on this one day practical course at The British Racing School. Perfect for anyone who wants to work with horses.
Short Courses
Intermediate
Take this Bitesize course and learn more about how to keep your horse healthy and well. Essential knowledge for anyone wanting to work in the equine industry.
Short Courses
Intermediate
Get expert tuition on this important skill – attendees on the course will work through the theory before applying their skills during practical sessions on our horses.
Short Courses
Intermediate
Improve your skills with expert tuition –Â this Bitesize course uses practical sessions to get delegates to a stage where they are competent in the correct techniques.
I'm New to Racing
Intermediate
If you are aged 21 or over and wish to ride out in a racing yard this is the course for you!
Other
Advanced
If a career in an exciting, high-profile and challenging industry sounds appealing, then the British Horseracing Development Programme is for you. It starts with a comprehensive two-week residential course at The British Racing School followed by a typically eight-week long paid placement with a leading industry organisation.
Other
Suitable for middle management
The Racing Industry Course is a week-long residential course designed to teach everything you need to know about the horseracing industry.
Pony Racing
Intermediate
Use the excellent facilities of The British Racing School and take advantage of our expert tuition to help you get ahead in Pony Racing!
Pony Racing
Intermediate
Come and use our excellent facilities and take advantage of our expert tuition to help you get ahead in Pony Racing!
Management
Advanced
The Academy provides meaningful, results driven management development, specific to the racing industry. This programme will suit those who aspire to senior roles within your organisation or those who wish to become more effective in their current role.