World Class Performance
Membership of World Class Performance is based on past and present results, and the rider's perceived potential to contribute to team success at major championships. The squad is selected following discussions between the Discipline Selectors, Performance Managers and the Performance Director.
World Class Development (Start & Potential)
The World Class Development programme is supported by Lottery and Exchequer funding, via UK Sport and is designed to optimise long term GBR podium success on the world stage through the identification and development of potential world class athletes and potential world class athlete/equine combinations. It underpins the World Class Performance Programme which supports elite preparation and performance at senior international levels.
Have you got what it takes?
Riders who are eligible to ride for Great Britain & Northern Ireland, usually aged between 16 and 30 (on first application) and who see themselves as having the exceptional talent and dedication to ride and win at Olympic level in 2016, 2020 and beyond have the opportunity to be assessed through a four stage process:
- Stage 1 - Registration: Opening date - 3rd February, Closing date - 16th March
- Stage 2 - Viewing trials/Viewing Competitions/Achievement of Minimum Criteria
- Stage 3 - Notification of Achievement of Minimum Criteria: Opening date - 17th August, Closing date - 14th September
- Stage 4 - Final Selection Process
Please note: Stages 1 and 3 require the completion of written forms and have specific opening and closing dates, which MUST be adhered to.
Age group and selection criteria are specific to each discipline; full information is in the Selection Policy below. This also includes detailed information about the selection process.
View the World Class Development Selection Policy
World Class Development Application Form
Further information is available from Debbie Lee, World Class Development Assistant at the BEF
T: 02476 698876
F: 02476 696484
E: debbie.lee@bef.co.uk
