NEWS & STORIES
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93.3% have experienced kindness in the equestrian community
Kindness in the equestrian community
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Emotional Labour in Equestrian Coaching
Ellie Halsey explored equestrian coaches’ experiences of emotional labour in the industry.
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We are all around, even if you don’t notice that we are
The equestrian world is open to all.
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NEW: BD Learning Hub Module in Collaboration with Riders Minds
BD introduce a Mental Health and Wellbeing course to their learning hub.
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Burnout in the Equestrian Industry
Burnout researcher, Megan Lane, looks at burnout, how to recognise it and what can be done about it.
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Almost half of equestrians are experiencing a high level of burnout
Almost half of equestrians are experiencing a high level of burnout In 2024 Riders Minds helped to source participants for research, conducted by Megan Lane, looking at burnout in dual-career equestrians. The results have shown that 47% of those who participated are experiencing high levels of burnout. A mixed-methods study in a small sample group explored burnout in dual-career equestrian athletes, who worked at least 30 hours a week, with their horse(s) on DIY or part-livery. Burnout study findings The analysis revealed that many of the participants were struggling with the stress from balancing equestrian demands, work, and family commitments…