Find-A-Trail
Equestrian Friendly Trails
We are pleased to have a list of Equestrian Friendly Trails in NS compiled by our former Director of Recreation and current President, Krista Foley. Information from the Trails NS website was used for the list. Click here to access a list of Equestrian Friendly Trails in NS. "The trails are beckoning and I hope that everyone can get out and enjoy them" - Ride & Drive Participant
Find-A-Business-Service
Welcome to the Equestrian NS Equine Directory!
We are pleased to provide a list of Equine Businesses/Service Providers via our Equine Directory. You can search the listing by category, city, or region of the province using the drop down menus below.
To be added to our Equine Directory please download the Equine Directory Profile Form here and submit it to our office. Please see form for more details. If you have any questions please email [email protected] .
Equine Directory Disclaimer: The information in our directory is supplied by the individuals/associations. Directory listings are provided for informational purposes and not as an endorsement by Equestrian NS. Individuals and associations are asked to update the information as it changes as well as notify us if they should be removed from the directory.
Find-An-Official
This search will provide a list of recognized officials and does not indicate current status. For Breed and EC officials, confirmation of current status must be confirmed through those associations. Scotia Series Officials must met Equestrian NS Safe Sport Standards by March 31st, 2021. For more information on the requirements please click here.
Helmets and the Importance of Sport Appropriate Equipment
Find Out What Type of Helmets are Appropriate for Horseback Riding.
Coach Certification
What Does It Mean To Be A Certified Equestrian Coach
Canada's equestrians, both new and experienced, are looking for direction and guidance that can be found through a mentor or coach. These individuals play a role that brings together the love of a sport with skill and learning. As with many sports, the coaches who impart information and help develop the skills that set athletes up for success also need to be cultivated and developed. We are your partner to help you develop your coaching skills.
We administer the programs recognized by, and in partnership with, the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) and Equestrian Canada (EC). The Coaching Program includes the disciplines of Driving, English and Western, including training opportunities and competency based evaluation for certification.
What Is The Coaching Program
In general, The National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) is a federal government-initiated program designed to give the public knowledgeable and ...
HorsePlay.app (Ride & Drive Rewards)
HorsePlay App - Our Rewards Program for Riders & Drivers -- Click / Tap enabled QR codes at bottom of page --
Over the past year, we have been working with other provinces and developers to create an amazing new APP to track your horse activity - HORSEPLAY is finally here! Horseplay will replace our original Ride and Drive Rewards program, allowing you to record your horse activity and be entered for a chance to win prizes.
The Horseplay app conveniently allows you to track your activity and connect with friends. We encourage anyone 13 years and older to sign up and use the app. If you wish to be entered into the draws for prizes, you must be a current Equestrian Nova Scotia member and be a Nova Scotia resident.
Don't worry - we are recognizing your logged-activity from the original program and you can achieve your rewards there too! Simply submit your paper copy logged-activity hours to us by December 31, 2024 and we will honour your achievements. Prizes, Prizes, Prizes!
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Officials
Types of Officials
Equestrian Nova Scotia supports our Scotia Series Officials Program and the Equestrian Canada (EC)/Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) Official Programs.
Scotia Series Officials Program
We recognize that the recruitment and training of officials are vital to the sustainability of our sport, especially at the entry level. As such, we have invested in creating a specific officials training program to build a repository of trained NS officials for Scotia Series competitions. By offering training and professional development opportunities to interested candidates, our provincial level competitions will be further enhanced by qualified officials.
Our first phase is the training of Scotia Series Foundations Judges and Scotia Series Discipline-Specific Judges . As this program develops, the pathway for certification will evolve. Scotia Series Foundations Judge Recognition
The Scotia Series Foundations Judge Training program supports all Scotia Series ...
Dressage
Dressage
Each horse and athlete performs a combination of movements and gaits, designed to demonstrate the level of achievement of the horse to show a perfect understanding with his or her rider. Membership Requirements Equestrian NS Membership Equestrian Canada Sport License Dressage Canada EC Passport Scotia Series Bronze Silver Gold Platinum Nova Scotia Discipline Specific Associations R.I.D.E.R.S Competition Rules Scotia Series Rulebook Equestrian Canada Rules – Section A General Equestrian Canada Rules – Section E Dressage Please consult the individual competition prize lists for required discipline memberships and rules Sanction your Dressage Show! | Find a Club
Resources
Where to Find Reading Material and Other Testing Resources
What is a Certified Coach
Finding a Coach and Where to Start.
Setting up a Rider Testing
Find Out Who Can Host, Evaluate and Participate in a Rider Level Testing
Testing Resources
Where to Find Reading Material and Other Testing Resources
Joining the Equestrian NS - Club Memberships
Clubs and associations submit an annual application to become Equestrian NS Member Clubs
Club/Association Membership
Equestrian NS is pleased to offer equestrian clubs/associations an opportunity to join the Equestrian NS as a Club/AssociatIon Member.
