The Jeffress Scholarship Trust provides scholarships for the training of equestrian coaches already established in the industry, with a client base, to advance their teaching expertise.
The Trust was set up in memory of Albert Godfrey Jeffress who was a founder member and much respected proprietor of the ABRS. After many years of running a prestigious riding school in England, as well as serving as ABRS Treasurer, he moved to Spain, where again he set up a riding school.
The JEFFRESS SCHOLARSHIP TRUST is a public, independent charity.
The Trust consists of Trustees, (all unpaid volunteers), an Executive Officer and specially appointed Assessors. They ensure that a good standard of applicants, with dedication and ambition, receive scholarships.
Nationally recognised trainers collaborate with the Trust. Their collaboration is based on the following criteria:
- Ability to provide suitable training and facilities
- Dedication to working for excellence
- Dedication to producing students who will give back something to the equestrian industry
The trainers are paid directly by the Trust, as training progresses. Expenses incurred by the scholarship holder are refunded in full.
We are looking for equestrian coaches with proven ability, who are established in the industry, either full/part-time/self-employed, with an existing client base. Working pupils and students in full/part-time education are not eligible. Applications from partially disabled individuals are welcome.
Candidates are selected on the following criteria:
- Talent and ability
- Dedication to work for excellence
- Dedication to the Equestrian Industry
- Financial need
A scholarship will then be awarded to a successful applicant, following a short assessment. Specified trainer(s) in conjunction with the student are paid direct, as training progresses.
Expenses incurred during training are refunded direct to the scholarship holder.
On request for information, you will receive an Application Form and the Trust Information sheet.
You will be asked to return the completed application form along with your CV. If the Trustees approve your application, you will be invited to attend an assessment, at an approved training centre. The assessment involves teaching, riding and a short interview to hear your training plan. If you pass and are offered a scholarship, you will be given 5 months to complete your training.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have previously received a scholarship award from us, regrettably we are unable to accept another application from you.
WE WILL NOT PASS YOUR DETAILS TO THIRD PARTIES.