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Coach Q&A... with British Dressage coach Angus Corrie-Dean

Thursday, 25 June 2026

As part of UK Coaching Week 2026, we’re catching up with the brilliant coaches on the ground who help us and our wonderful equine partners succeed.

We chatted with Angus Corrie-Dean, part of the British Equestrian Podium Potential Pathway and British Dressage Level 3 coach to find out more:

What inspired you to become a coach and gain qualifications? 

Being one of the only boys in the Southwest region when I came through BYRDs (British Young Riders Dressage scheme), I really wanted to get involved and try to inspire more boys to come up through the system and enjoy the sport. It needs to be a fun and safe space for the younger generation to encourage more involvement to continue developing talent for the sector.

What did you learn through completing your coaching qualifications?

I learnt so much throughout the process, but I think the point that I valued most was to listen more than you speak, even when you are giving the coaching session.

Also, to set common goals that are measurable so that both rider and trainer can clearly identify when something is working and when something isn’t, it’s ok for things not to work on the first go!

How do you ensure the best care for our horses in your coaching?

Equine welfare has to be at the forefront of all that we do.

As coaches, we work with people who clearly love their horses, providing our technical knowledge to promote harmonious movement. This helps build the partnership, and allows for both horse and rider to have the most pleasurable experience together as possible. 

What advice would you give to someone at the beginning of their coaching journey? 

To anyone starting their journey, I would advise them to soak up every piece of information they learn along the way. While some points might not feel relevant now, you quickly realise that you’re building a toolbox and there will no doubt be a point in the future where every tool comes in handy to help someone fix something!

Feeling inspired?

You might be just starting out or looking to progress your career, there are many options to progress within the coaching pathway and develop your knowledge and skills. Find out more and take your next step.