Who can do a Workshop?
In order to attend a Workshop you must have completed and submitted an Application/Expression of Interest Form, been approved for attendance at a Workshop and completed the relevant On-Line Modules.
To begin your Modules go to our HSA School platform at https://horsesafetyaustralia.learnworlds.com/home
You can book in to a Workshop with your application form and by emailing us at admin@horsesafetyaustralia.com.au.
HSA Application/Expression of Interest Form
Further information on the Workshops & Qualification Process can be found here.
Workshops are a practical ‘hands on’ experience.
You will have covered Risk Management & Assessment, Safe Horse Handling, Lesson Teaching and Trail Riding in your On-line modules and we will discuss and demonstrate our practical safe practices expectations. Then you will have the opportunity to practice those skills and show us where your skill levels lie.
Horse Handling – Everyone completes this portion of the Workshop.
Instructors
You will be assigned three to four lessons to teach to a group of riders. Two of these sessions will be to a group beginners, so consider what you have learned in your Modules and what we demonstrate to you.
Trail Guides
You will be expected to demonstrate safe mounting & dismounting procedures for a group and you will take the group on a ride performing both lead & drag rider roles at some point along the ride. You will also need to demonstrate that you can lead another horse and rider while mounted, as well as mount from the ground.
Assessment Report
At the Workshop we assess the skill type & level of experience & expertise shown. For those to achieve an assessment as ready for a Qualification, our expectation is that you are already working within the industry, and well-practiced at handling, riding, teaching lessons and/or working as a trail guide.
By observing your abilities in your presentation of these skills, we can physically assess your level of competency and will provide you with a report after the workshop as to what level your skills currently lie, and whether a qualification is appropriate or further experience is needed.
Workshops are currently run in the following states:
- QLD
- VIC
- SA
- NSW
** 2026 Workshops have already been run this year – however we are currently arranging dates for further workshops in Qld, Vic & NSW for later this year. Check in with our office when you lodge an application form.
New Dates for 2026
Qld – Mount Binga – 29th & 30th Sept 2026
HSA Application/Expression of Interest Form
Module & Workshop costs (2026 prices)
| Compulsory Online Modules* | ||||||
| Qualification Sought | Risk Management* | Horse Fundamentals* | Trail Guide | Instructor | Business Operator | Workshop only Cost |
| Riding Instructor | $99.00 | $120.00 | N/A | $180.00 | $2,080 | |
| Trail Guide | $99.00 | $120.00 | $120.00 | N/A | $1,880 | |
| Riding Instructor and Trail Guide | $99.00 | $120.00 | $120.00 | $180.00 | $2,280 | |
| Instructor of horse handling | $99.00 | $120.00 | N/A | N/A | $1,470 | |
| Business Operator | $99.00 | $120.00 | $180.00 | N/A | ||
| Core Online Modules Only | $99.00 | $120.00 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Prices are subject to change at any time.
Workshops are run over 2-3 days depending on the qualification you are looking for and the group numbers.