TRAINEE

Witham Villa runs its own training scheme for those riders that wish to develop their skills further and have more involvement in the care of the horses and ponies.

Here at Witham Villa we offer the opportunity to become a Witham Villa Junior Trainee. We have been accepting trainees at Witham Villa for over 30 years. Some trainees have gone on to work with horses as a career in competition yards, racing yards and some have stayed with us and progressed their career within the Riding School environment, some have simply enjoyed the experience or found it invaluable when caring for their own horse or pony. Whatever the motivation, we believe that being a Witham Villa Junior Trainee will provide you with the best start and give you a thorough grounding in the care of horses and ponies.

At Witham Villa we have a full set of Rainbow Stable Management Awards, (Red – Gold) available for our WVJTs. As you make progress as a trainee, you will receive training through these levels, and certificates will be awarded as each level is achieved.

Whilst our Stable Management Awards are not formally linked to the BHS, Pony Club or ABRS tests and awards, they will provide a solid grounding for anyone going on to take these assessments.

If you are interested in becoming a Witham Villa Junior Trainee, you will need to send an email to withamvillarc@gmail.com, riders need to be a minimum of 11 years of age and ridden with us for a minimum of 6 months and be in Novice level lessons.