The RDA Coach Education System is a nationally recognised qualification accredited through the Australian Sports Commission.  The training syllabus is a competency based, self paced program which includes a written theory component, practical activities undertaken with a coach educator and assessment activities.  It generally takes between 6 months to 2 years to complete the training depending on the candidates background and experience.  Candidates with current experience in Pony Club or EFA coaching can be approved for recognition of current competency (RCC).

If you are interested you should speak with a coach at your RDA Centre or contact the State Coaching Coordinator, Karen Aspery on (08)8331 1833.

Level 0 - Orientation to Coaching (OTC)

You must be:

• at least 15 years old at time of commencing the course
• at least 16 years old at time of completing the course
• able to ride (or have previous experience in riding) and control the horse in walk, trot and canter

Level 1 Coaching Qualification

You must be:

• at least 16 years old at time of commencing this course
• at least 18 years old at time of completing this course
• able to ride (or have previous experience in riding) and control the horse in walk, trot and canter and be able to recognise correct trot diagonals and canter leads

Level 2 Coaching Qualification

You must be:

• at least 18 years old at the time of commencing this course
• a currently accredited Level 1 RDAA NCAS Coach
• be able to ride or have previous experience in riding, and specifically be able to show dressage movements and paces found in IPEC Dressage tests grade 1, 2, and 3.

Note:  If you have a disability, your case will be considered on its merits.