Education Programs
We are here to support our BCEA members through education.
This is not limited to, but includes Spring Clinics, Regional clinics, Winter Education, Online Content, Officials or Coaches Education and more. We strive to create quality opportunities for our members from year to year.
Announcement: Registration now OPEN for BCEA Elevate Eventing Camp, May 7-10, 2026. See below
Educational Clinic Series
Spring Clinic Schedule
BCEA Elevate Eventing Camp:
Dates are May 07 to 10 (Thursday to Sunday).
Looking forward to seeing you there.
IMPORTANT CLINIC INFORMATION
ELEVATE Eventing Camp Application 2026
Over Age of Majority Waiver BCEA
Under Age of Majority Waiver BCEA
Travel Subsidy Application 2026
Clinic Times and Groups (when available)
Additonal Info
Registration is now OPEN for the BCEA Elevate Eventing Camp, taking place May 7–10, 2026 at Chase Creek Eventing.
This four-day, multi-discipline camp is limited to 80 riders and features focused training in dressage, show jumping, cross-country, and mental performance with an exceptional clinician team:
- Bonny Bonnello – Dressage
- Gerald Bloomer – Cross-Country
- Barb Crabo – Cross-Country
- Patrick Spanton – Show Jumping
- Illuminate Equine – Sport Psychology
Spots are limited and expected to fill quickly.
Registration forms are attached below. Early submission is strongly encouraged.
We’re excited to bring this new opportunity to BC’s eventing community and can’t wait to elevate your 2026 season.
All questions, forms, and e-transfers to be sent to elevate@bceventing.ca
BCEA Elevate Camp Team
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the BCEA clinics?
The BCEA clinics (all levels) are 2 or 3 days of cross-country instruction with warm up in stadium. The length of time spent in stadium instruction is decided by clinicians, based on competency level of participants.
- What level of experience do my horse and I need to have?
To participate in the Riding Education Clinics, riders need to be prepared to ride out of an arena in a group over uneven terrain. The REGULAR clinic is open to all BCEA members (regular and non-competitive supporting members) regardless of age or level of competition.
- What is Introduction to Eventing?
Riders from any discipline who have not competed in more than 2 Starter divisions at Horse Trials, are invited to participate in the INTRODUCTION TO EVENTING clinic. Some exceptions may be considered for those just returning to riding after many years absence.
- When will a clinic be held?
The next clinic is in May 2025.
- Where will the clinics be?
Since 2022, we have held one large clinic annually in the Interior. In 2025, the clinic will be at Johvale in Pritchard, BC. (near Kamloops).
- Who will teach the clinic?
Generally, one upper level, out of Province clinician is selected for each area with a selection of BC’s many top-level coaches rounding out the Educational opportunities.
- How much will the clinic cost?
Cost of the clinics is kept as affordable as possible based on expenses including, but not limited to, venue and clinicians. The clinics are not meant to be a source of profit for BCEA.
- How can I register for the clinic?
Once dates, locations and clinicians have been confirmed applications and clinic details will be posted on this website as well as the BC Eventing social media outlets.
- Are the lessons private or group?
The lessons are group with a limit of 4 to each 1 ½ hour lesson.
- Do I need to be a member?
To participate in the BCEA clinic series, all REGULAR and INTRODUCTION TO EVENTING riders must obtain either a Full or Non-Competitive Supporting Membership for BCEA. Please go to our Membership page to get your BCEA membership.
Horse Council membership (or other province equivalent) is mandatory for all riders at all levels.
Resources & Links
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Horse Council BC
https://hcbc.ca -
Equestrian Canada
https://www.equestrian.ca -
USEA
https://useventing.com