Performance Jumping Coach

The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) has played a major role in the development of equestrian sport in Hong Kong establishing 3 public riding schools and the Beas River Equestrian Centre (BREC).

BREC is the largest riding facility in Hong Kong, with stabling for 257 horses. It offers world class facilities including a riding school, livery yard, competition centre, and retired racehorse retraining unit. The Beas River Riding School (BRRS) is a BHS approved centre providing services to HKJC members and other permitted users, offering the most extensive range of equestrian facilities in Hong Kong.

We are looking for a Performance Jumping Coach to lead the National Youth Squad in show jumping and support the growth of the sport in Hong Kong. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Equestrian (BREC), you will coach riders of all levels, mentor young athletes, and work with the Head of Equestrian Affairs on performance reviews and competition planning. The role also involves schooling horses at the Beas River Equestrian Centre, assisting with the retraining of retired racehorses, and selecting horses for development in show jumping. You may act as a consultant to the Equestrian Federation and will provide leadership, guidance, and expertise to help elevate show jumping in Hong Kong.

Job Description

• Provide high quality coaching, both on the flat and jumping to staff, livery clients, youth squad members and relevant riding school clients
• School livery horses on the flat and over fences as requested by HKJC Members or riding school horses as requested by the Senior Manager, Beas River Riding School.
• Work with the Executive Manager, Equestrian Affairs to develop programs to encourage more participation in jumping in Hong Kong e.g. Lecture demos and clinics.
• Select suitable horses for development for use in the discipline of show jumping and actively assist in their production, with view to developing a wider pool of jumping horses for use in Hong Kong or by Hong Kong riders
• Work with the Executive Manager, Equestrian Affairs, as well as the Performance Manager and fellow discipline coaches to develop and execute youth programmes to develop talented young riders. As required, travel with Hong Kong representatives participating in international competitions, offering necessary coaching support.
• Coach fellow staff members to improve their knowledge and skill of schooling horses on the flat and over fences; also prepare them to participate in monthly competitions and annual BHS exams
• Act as a member of the Show Committee and actively contribute to the management of horse shows, particularly focusing on developing high quality, progressive competitive opportunities for all levels to participate in show jumping. To oversee all jumping competitions at BREC.
• Working alongside the Administrative team to maintain accurate and efficient records to ensure effective monitoring of lessons and associated billing to clients, horse training and utilisation records, competition and fittening programmes for school and livery horses
• Ensure that the Club’s OSH safety policies are adhered to at all times and that safe practices are instilled in all areas of work
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management

Minimum Requirements

• Should be an experienced jumping rider who has competed to at least 1.40m level
• Should be an experienced jumping coach, ideally with relevant equestrian coaching qualifications (BHS Qualifications: Performance Coach BHSI or equivalent)
• Should be flexible and experienced at coaching riders of all ages and levels from introductory to advanced levels
• Have an expert knowledge of training methods for schooling a variety of horses both under saddle and from the ground; previous experience of working with thoroughbreds would be advantageous
• A qualified course builder will be particularly desirable
• Preferably a fluent speaker of English; some understanding of Cantonese will be an advantage but not essential
• Have knowledge of child protection and safeguarding protocols and holds a current background check

Benefits

An attractive package based on a 2 years contract, 6 days/week/48h including:

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Low level of taxation in HK
• Comfortable & furnished flat on-site 2 bedrooms
• Relocation package and reimbursement allowance
• Discretionary annual performance bonus subject to performances
• 15 days annual leave per annum + 17 Public Holidays
• Standard Mandatory Provident Fund (Pension Scheme)
• Medical insurance
• Annual allowance for Protective Personal Equipment (PPE)