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
- 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