Dressage NZ & the Dressage Development Committee are pleased to announce the election of Barbara Chalmers (Otago) as the Training & Development Officer on the Dressage Board at the recent Conference. Barbara has been on the Development Committee as the Coach representative and so brings a wealth of experience to her new role. 

We thank Andrea Raves for her long time commitment as on the Board and as Chair of the Committee – she has driven many new projects. 

This leaves a vacancy of the Development Committee for a new Coach representative on the committee – follow the link to the EOI for the Coach Rep

Coach Representative DC July 2026-2028

The second vacancy is open as Debbie Barke has completed her term as Rider Representative on this committee and so we thank Debbie for her valued time and commitment – follow the link to the EOI for the Rider Rep

Rider Representative DC April 2026

These roles are an opportunity to be involved in the future development of YOUR sport 

Please send your EOI to Barbara Chalmers by Sunday 12th July
[email protected]

The Development Committee meets monthly by Zoom

Youth Development Camps will be held in both Islands again 

NORTH ISLAND
Saturday 10 October & Sunday 11 October 2026
Fiber Fresh National Equestrian Centre, Taupō
or
SOUTH ISLAND
Friday 2nd, Saturday 3rd October 2026.
Selwyn Equestrian Centre. Kivers Road, Burnham, Christchurch
 
Term of Position:
From selection to camp, and some pre/post camp work and reporting. 
Role Requirements:
  • Coaches must be qualified ESNZ Development Level or higher 
  • Coaches must have a current First Aid Certificate at time of camp
  • Coaches must have an approved current Police Vetting Check. 

Applications to be the key technical coach are invited by Sunday 12th July. 

Follow this link to make your application to be involved 

2026 Youth Development Coaches Application Form