New WES Professionals hub now live

The updated WES Professionals page brings booking, approval and how it all works into one place, with a clearer route to becoming a WES Professional.

A clearer, more flexible route to becoming a WES Professional

We are pleased to announce the launch of the fully updated WES Professionals page. It is the result of extensive work to modernise, clarify and strengthen how WES supports and approves instructors, trainers and coaches.

Whether you are looking to book a Professional, apply for approval, or simply understand how it all works, everything is now in one place.

What is new

• A more accessible pathway to becoming a WES Professional, including a new portfolio route for UKCC-accredited applicants
• A clear explanation of Professional Levels 1 to 5, to help members understand what each level means in practice
• All application forms, assessment criteria and support materials in one place
• A fully searchable directory of approved WES Professionals

This refresh reflects the Society's commitment to maintaining high standards while making it easier for talented professionals to join and support the western riding community.

Want to run a clinic?

If you are organising a WES-affiliated clinic, make sure your instructor is a current WES Professional. If you would like to invite a guest, they can be approved by the WES Education Officer. The page explains how.

Explore the WES Professionals page

Questions? Contact our Education Officer, Lee Rutter, through the contact page.