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Dorset Academy – Open to All! π΄π
We’re excited to welcome riders to the Dorset British Showjumping Academy, coached by Tegan Jones.
The Academy is open to all riders – you don’t need to be a current British Showjumping member to get involved. If you’re not already a member, we simply ask that you join the FREE British Showjumping Online Membership to ensure you’re covered for insurance.
It’s a fantastic opportunity to:
β Learn – develop your skills with quality coaching
π± Grow – build confidence and progress with your horse or pony
π€ Connect – meet other riders and become part of the Dorset Academy community
π Progress – access Academy opportunities and work towards your individual goals
Whether you’re new to British Showjumping, looking to develop your jumping, or keen to get involved with the Academy, we’d love to welcome you!
π Dorset Academy at Spparowbush
π Coach: Tegan Jones
Come along, get involved and see what the Dorset Academy has to offer!
Please note - if groups do not fill there might be additional fee to reflect the number of horse/rider in group.
passports will be checked on arrival for up to date vacinations.
Spparowbush General Terms & Conditions for arena hire -
We reserve the right to refuse entry onto Sparrowbush Farm premises.
We reserve the right to refuse any booking.
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Please note - if groups do not fill there might be additional fee to reflect the number of horse/rider in group.
passports will be checked on arrival for up to date vacinations.
Spparowbush General Terms & Conditions for arena hire -
We reserve the right to refuse entry onto Sparrowbush Farm premises.
We reserve the right to refuse any booking.
Facilities are used at your own risk, Sparrowbush Farm accepts no liability or responsibility for any loss or damage in respect of your vehicle, equipment, personal valuables or property, the schooling of horses / ponies is done so entirely at your own risk.
Prior to use, riders must familiarise themselves with fences they intend to jump and take into account the ability of themselves and their horse / pony.
It is a condition of every person entering upon the farm that he/she agrees, and if he/she is under 18 years old, his/her parents or accompanying adult also agree that he/she does so at his/her own risk and voluntarily accepts the risk of injury or damage that is implicit in riding a horse/pony on these premises.
All persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
A properly fitting hard riding hat current to British standards and footwear with heels must be worn at all times whilst mounted, back protectors are recommended.
No lunging in the arena.
Any fences that are damaged or seen to be damaged must be reported to a member of Sparrowbush Farm.
All visitors are to ensure droppings are thoroughly picked up before leaving the arena.
Please ensure droppings are picked up and taken home from the parking area.
All accidents must be reported and an accident report completed by a member of Sparrowbush Farm.
Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.
Sparrowbush Farm has a no smoking policy.
Online payments go direct to our bank account through a secure payment service provider.
Online entries are provided through Equine Affairs where there is a £1.50 admin fee for each transaction.
Individuals or groups using an instructor must be able to provide evidence of public liability insurance of said instructor.
Sparrowbush Farm Vaccination Policy- All horses must be up to date with their annual Equine Influenza vaccinations, if this has lapsed then you will need to re-start the vaccination process and have had the second vaccination before riding at Sparrowbush, there will be occasional spot-checks.