COACHING STATEMENT

I am an NCAS EFA Level 1 (G) accredited coach specialising in Showjumping, with a keen interest in Dressage. As a full time equestrian coach and horse trainer, I operate a successful business from home at the Northern Equestrian Centre.

“Coaching Young Rider at Showjumping Competition” Rider – David Britza (WA) Horse – “Rusky” At Mallala Equestrian Centre, SA

I have been fortunate to be a regular member of the SA State Showjumping Squad since the 1980's. Over the years, I have had personal training from some the best International and Olympic Showjumping and Dressage coaches from Australia and overseas. In 1997, I was fortunate to have trained and competed in Germany under the guidance of International and Nations Cup Showjumping representatives. However, the biggest influence has come from long time trainer and friend, Mr Rob Goldsworthy.

The Equestrian Federation of Australia (EFA) has contracted me as a Showjumping coach for the Junior Development Program. My involvement has been at clinics regionally and on several occasions, for the Final. This program attracts the best candidates from all over South Australia .

I have also been engaged by the EFA for the SA Young Rider Scholarship program both as a coach and selector in the field of Showjumping. This program has been a huge success in improving not only riding skills but also presentation, turn-out, horsemanship and sportsmanship. These young riders who participated in this program are now at the top of their sport, with most of them having representing their State. A few have gone on to represent Australia , and may possibly be our future Olympians.

“Walking the course as coach” Tuen Mun Public Riding School, Hong Kong

During the past few years, I have made regular trips to Hong Kong as a Coach. As well as coaching the elite riders, I have been involved in coaching novice and beginner riders, both juniors and adults. I was also employed to coach the "coaches" and give demonstrations and lectures. I take a genuine interest in the progress and success of the riders (and coaches) and on each occasion have been able to monitor their development. These clinics have been organised by the Equestrian Affairs Department of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, as well as private riding establishments.

In 2001 and 2003 I was appointed as International Coach at the Hong Kong Pony Club camp and have built a good rapport with the Pony Club Association in Hong Kong

“Clive Reed & the SA Pony Club Showjumping Team” Walking the Course at the State Equestrian Centre WA. Photo Julie Wilson

At home, at the Northern Equestrian Centre, I am busy with coaching in all areas of equestrian sport. I have coached riders of all levels in the field of Showjumping, Dressage and Eventing. As a personal coach, I have been involved in different stages of the training and development of several of our State's top young Showjumping riders - some who have won individual State titles.

I was appointed as the South Australian Pony Club State Showjumping Coach and accompanied the showjumping team to the Australian Pony Club Championships held in Perth , WA in July. Over the years I have had the pleasure of teaching at numerous Pony Clubs including Glossop, Moonta, Gawler River , Torrens Valley , Para Plains, Clare and Pegasus (where I was a member in my younger days). Last year, I was invited as guest instructor for three days at a Pony Club camp in Western Australia .

Clive with the famous actor Chow Yun Fat after a coaching session in Hong Kong

I enjoy training and working with young riders, particularly in the area of showjumping and get great pleasure in seeing them realise their goals. Whether they are at a novice level or at the top of their sport, I am thrilled with their achievements.

I am experienced in preparing individual and specialist training programs to get successful results. I believe I have very good communication skills, and can establish a good rapport with children and adults alike. Most importantly, I enjoy teaching riders of all levels from Pony Club through to Grand Prix.

I invite you to contact us for further information and references.

CLIVE H. REED ( January 2005)