Report from Sam Watson Equiratings Evening
Sam’s presentation was truly excellent and a lot of food for thought was left for us to ponder. He started off by telling us how Equiratings started. It all began by him not performing well in the showjumping phase at the World Games in Kentucky in 2010 and at the next World Games in 2014. He decided it was not going to happen a third time! He then worked out that he was in the…
Read MoreReport from the Annual Course Dressage Training with Gareth Hughes
Firstly, very many thanks to Ann and all of the Committee Members for organising a fantastic and inspirational two days of training at the F&I conference. For all of us, this was our first visit to the conference since qualifying in 2018, 2023, 2006, and 2018 respectively. We met in Hong Kong and have been supported by many ‘F’s’ and ‘I’s’ whilst being overseas, but nothing compares to seeing and meeting so many people in…
Read MoreReport from the Annual Course Jumping Report
Addington is a venue I have not been to for many years. I remember being pretty impressed all those years ago. It didn’t disappoint this time, simple and smart new navy branding, many arenas and good signage greeted us as we arrived. Ann was on the door smiling as always. I never know how she manages to do this when she has the weight of such an extensive two days on her shoulders. Beyond the…
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Read MoreReport from the “Let’s Focus on Show Jumping” day
“Let’s Focus on Show Jumping” was the theme at this year’s Scottish F&I day, organised in collaboration with BHS Scotland & BS Scotland. Held on Monday 18th September 2023 at Netherton Equestrian, Perthshire, it was an exciting day with a full programme of Show Jumping experts. Organiser Jen Morris had put together an amazing panel for us to learn from, which comprised: Lucy Moss – BS Scottish Development Officer & Scottish Committee Chair Shaun Sands…
Read MoreReport from the 2023 Burghley course walk with Eric Smiley FBHS
10.20 am at fence two we all assembled, in eager readiness to walk this iconic five star track under the expert guidance of Eric. The sun shone and pleasantries exchanged with fellow members from far and wide. Today’s group from all corners of the world making it a truly multi-national group. One of the joys of being an F&I member is the interesting like-minded people we encounter. Eric has a manner which makes him a…
Read MoreF&I Association Report: Irish Day
On Tuesday, the 23rd of May 2023, F&I Association members had the pleasure of being welcomed to the beautiful Kildangan Stud in Monasterevin, Co. Kildare, Ireland. Famously, Kildangan is one of 7 studs within the wider Godolphin Ireland Limited enterprise, founded by his Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum (Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, and Ruler of Dubai). Kildangan’s own history can be traced back to the 17th century,…
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