I have, probably stupidly, decided to take my BHS stage 4 this summer - at the end of August.
Since it's generally intended to be a professional level exam, I'm a little bit concerned that the fact I ride once or twice a week and no longer compete isn't exactly the best preparation! My instructors where I train, when I was last there for a 'fun' week in november, suggested that I take the exam, but I'm concerned that I just don't have enough time around horses to appear the professional and experienced horseperson that the exam expects...
To those of you who have taken or train people to this level - I'd love to hear more about the exam, standards expected, your experiences etc. It is all most appreciated!
Since it's generally intended to be a professional level exam, I'm a little bit concerned that the fact I ride once or twice a week and no longer compete isn't exactly the best preparation! My instructors where I train, when I was last there for a 'fun' week in november, suggested that I take the exam, but I'm concerned that I just don't have enough time around horses to appear the professional and experienced horseperson that the exam expects...
To those of you who have taken or train people to this level - I'd love to hear more about the exam, standards expected, your experiences etc. It is all most appreciated!