2 hr Horse Rider Emergency First Aid

Horse Rider Emergency First Aid

2 hrs - £25 pp + VAT

Medic/Nurse Trainer

2 hr Course – £25 pp + VAT

(Min booking 8 learners.  Max 20)


If you or your Children ride horses you’ll be very aware that accidents will happen! Working on Emergency Ambulances we deliver horse riders of all ages to the Oxford JR A&E on a regular basis. Some worse off than others!! As a horse rider of more than 30 yrs, I’ve seen several horse riding accidents as well as being involved in a few myself. One that sticks in my mind is when I witnessed our neighbours 8 year old son, get kicked directly in the chest by a 16 hh horse. (shod) The lad wasn’t in a good way but thankfully, with time, made a full recovery. 


 Whilst horse riding’s a fantastic activity, it is high risk. Having Emergency First Aid skills can make the difference between life and death in a serious emergency. If you work or play around horses it’s highly recommended that you have Emergency First Aid Training. As well as being a First Aid Instructor with more than 28 years, ongoing experience in the Emergency Services, I’m also qualified to BHSAI.  (MD Drew Kamphuis) These days, between children and Ambulance shifts, I no longer have time to teach horse riding anymore, but I do at least ride a friends beautiful horse as often as poss. For more information on my qualifications and experience please go to Instructors page.


First For Safety Oxfordshire do NOT run open First Aid or Fire Safety Courses that individuals can book onto sorry.

All our courses are private with a min booking number.


This 2 hr course is most commonly organised by Riding Clubs, Event Yards, Livery Yards, Riding Stables, Racing Yards and so on. It’s designed to give learners the confidence to effectively manage a horse riding related emergency and do the very best for the casualty whilst waiting for the Professionals to arrive. It’s ideal for anyone that works with horses as well as those that ride for fun from age 8 years to 108!


COST:  £25 pp + VAT which includes a FREE Horse Rider Emergency First Aid Refresher Course for ALL learners when ever you/they feel ready. (T&Cs apply) For larger groups of 17 to max 20 learners a flat rate fee of £385 + VAT applies.


Venue hire, if required, is not included in the price.

As host you receive a Complimentary First Aid Manual (RRP £5.99), and…. if you’re able to exceed the min 8 person booking by 2 or more (10 people) you receive a FREE First Aid Kit worth £12.99 (current Argos price) as pictured.

For smaller groups, the course is normally run in the comfort of your own home where the presentation is delivered through your TV (with our HDMI). For larger venues our Instructors arrive equipped with a screen.  Venue hire, if required, is not included in the price.

first aid kit

Course content

  • Assessment of the situation (DR ABC)
  • CPR – Adult & Child
  • AED Awareness (Automated External Defibrillator) & AED Locator App
  • The Recovery Position
  • Serious Bleeds
  • Head Injuries
  • Suspected Spinal Injuries
  • Serious Breaks/Dislocations

The course is informative but relaxed and can take place day time or evening according to your needs. It’s a fun learning experience with the opportunity for everyone to practice on our CPR manikins. The min amount of learners required for an Oxfordshire location is 8 and the max is 20 learners. For larger groups of 17 -20 learners a reduced flat rate fee of £385 + VAT applies.

Horse Rider Emergency First Aid
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