To enhance the performance outcome of all members and to ensure more highly developed equine and driver combinations to eventually grace the International stage, if desired. We aim to instil confidence and knowledge at all levels to achieve each member’s personal objectives. We are committed to the Health and Welfare of all our equine partners. We feel that through educating all involved, this ultimate aim is best achieved

To provide a cost effective, sustainable training and preparation through a localised POD system which offers members:

• Personal assessment for athletes and their equines
• Hands-on training
• Assistance to members from start to finish to develop and implement their personal plan
• A positive community of practice focused on development through collaboration

• Regional POD Days and Camps 
• Horses taken in for Training and Producing 
• Full Competition Support (from Indoor, Club, National & International)
• Individual Driven Training Sessions (on Zoom) 
• Online Training Courses in Groups 
• Video and Competition review
• Access to Members only Facebook & WhatsApp Group

Safeguarding Equestrian Sport British GB POD TRAINING  has adopted the British Equestrian "Safeguarding Equestrian Sport" policy, which is available for download (see below). British Carriage driving encourages all Affiliated Clubs to do the same. BC and its Affiliated Clubs are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for children, young people and adults at risk. Whether involved in Competitions or any other Events organised by British Carriage driving or by Clubs affiliated to British Carriage driving, including activities such as training and coaching events, courses, assessments and professional development days, all those participants have a right to be safe and protected from harm.

The GB POD Training Safeguarding Lead is:

Maggie Routledge Email: [email protected]

The British Carriage driving Safeguarding Lead is:

Suzanna Anslow Oak Hill, Littleworth Road, The Sands, Farnham, Surrey GU10 1JW Email: [email protected]

We work to ensure that the wellbeing of the horse remains central to carriage driving. By gathering reliable evidence, identifying emerging concerns, and providing clear, practical guidance, we support drivers in maintaining best practice. We also promote transparency and public understanding to safeguard the future of our sport.