The future of the equestrian industry depends on more than good horsemanship. It depends on good leadership.
For too long, yards have expected people to lead teams without ever being taught how. The result? Burnout, poor communication, struggling staff, and ultimately compromised horse welfare.
The UKRS Certificate in Equestrian Leadership is a practical and progressive solution to a long-standing industry challenge. Designed specifically for equestrians, this course develops the self-leadership, emotional intelligence, and people skills needed to create healthier teams, stronger businesses, and better outcomes for horses.
Because improving horse welfare doesn’t start in the stable - it starts with the people. The equestrian industry is resilient, passionate - and often stuck in a culture of struggle. Long hours, high pressure, and teams expected to cope rather than thrive have become normal.
Change starts with leadership, and leadership starts here.
Working with horses is both a privilege and a responsibility. Every horse in our care relies on us to understand their needs, recognise their behaviour, and provide the environment that allows them to remain healthy, comfortable, and safe. The UKRS Level 2 Principles of Equine Yard Work course has been designed to provide the essential knowledge that underpins professional equine husbandry and day-to-day yard practice.
Lingfield continues to lead the way in equine business training with this accredited and industry-specific course for livery yard owners and managers. Designed for genuine businesses in the real world of equine management, this course provides the knowledge, structure, and confidence needed to establish or enhance a successful, professional livery operation.
Lingfield continues to lead the way in equine business training with this accredited and industry-specific course for livery yard owners and managers. Designed for genuine businesses in the real world of equine management, this course provides the knowledge, structure, and confidence needed to establish or enhance a successful, professional livery operation. This course is combined with Lingfield Level 2 which covers the BHS Stage 2 and ABRS Level 2 theory, with some Stage 3 content included - covering essential health and welfare, management and legislation.
