All Schools and Youth Projects can approach the EFF for funding. We offer courses of lessons to youngsters for whom riding may not otherwise be within reach. These courses teach more than just riding; they develop life skills such as self-confidence, responsibility and discipline – and can have a positive impact on academic performance too. Schools can send groups of 10 or 12 children each week during term-time, for a course of lessons at selected BHS approved riding establishments. These courses cover the care of the animals, as well as riding instruction and an introduction to the variety of competitive sports involving horses. Up to 20 children ride each week with the school changing groups throughout the term. The EFF does not want any child to have to stop riding once they have started so some of the projects now have 2 groups riding each week! The children experience the fun and freedom of horse riding, and gain a real sense of achievement having mastered the challenge of learning to ride or care for the ponies they meet. You can apply for funding here: https://form.jotform.com/Baldwin_Chris/funding-request-form If you are interested in becoming involved, either as a school, riding establishment, sponsor or fundraiser, please contact maryanne_horn@hotmail.com