BHS Stage 1 exam preparation
The first step on the BHS ladder. You learn to handle, groom and tack up safely, and to ride a quiet horse with confidence on the flat.
Is Stage 1 right for you?
New riders, young people starting their equestrian career, and anyone who wants a recognised first qualification.
- 12 live 60-minute lectures with recordings
- Video lessons, notes, quizzes and a question bank for every part
- Your choice of schedule: intensive, standard, part-time or light
The parts of Stage 1
Only need one part? Buy it on its own.
Care
Safe handling and leading, grooming, putting on and taking off tack and rugs, basic feeding and watering, recognising health and wellbeing, and working safely in the yard.
$115
Book Stage 1 Care →Ride
Mounting and dismounting, a correct and balanced position, riding in walk, trot and canter on the flat, simple school figures and riding safely in company.
$105
Book Stage 1 Ride →How you take Stage 1
The complete Stage 1 includes 12 live lectures. Choose how often you take them.
| Schedule | Per week | Per month | Per quarter | Stage 1 finished in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intensive | 3 lectures | 12 lectures | 36 lectures | 1 month |
| Standard | 2 lectures | 8 lectures | 24 lectures | 6 weeks |
| Part-time | 1 lecture | 4 lectures | 12 lectures | 3 months |
| Light | 1 every 2 weeks | 2 lectures | 6 lectures | 6 months |
- Pick your schedule when you book. You can switch to another schedule once.
- Lectures are 60 minutes, booked on fixed days and times in your time zone.
- Every lecture is recorded, so you can catch up on one you miss.
- A lecture can be moved once with 24 hours' notice.
More help for Stage 1
Not needed with the complete Stage, but here if you want extra practice.
Please note: Stage to Saddle is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by The British Horse Society. Our courses prepare you for BHS assessments; practical skills are signed off by the BHS in person.
Start Stage 1
Not sure which schedule or part you need? Book a free 20-minute discovery call.