International Training Camp Eventing with Chris Bartle

Date: July 18th to 20th, 2025
Duration: full-day program
Location: Dressage Stadium and cross-country course at the Aachen Soers (weather-dependent)
Requirements: At least one MER at 2* level or above with the participating horse
Costs: 1500 euros

Content:

For the first time since its foundation, the CHIO Aachen CAMPUS is offering a training opportunity for eventing riders – with none other than Chris Bartle. The British team's Eventing High Performance Coach is looking forward to the opportunity to train international participants at the Soers. “Aachen is an amazing venue, it will be great to have Eventing as part of the CHIO Aachen CAMPUS for the first time. We want to expand the standard of the sport and provide new incentives for riders and horses.”

The three-day program includes a diverse agenda:
Day 1: Technical Training Session in an Arena with focus on Main Principles of Cross Country Riding
Day 2: Individual Dressage Session in the Dressage Stadium
Day 3: Cross Country Session in the original CHIO Aachen XC Course (weather-dependent)

Chris Bartle places particular emphasis on the partnership between horse and rider. “An effective Partnership includes shared responsibilities as well as clear communication,” says the man who was the trainer of the German Eventing Team for 16 years. His philosophy is as follows: “The Rider communicates with the horse through seat position and body language supported by seat, leg and only finally with the hand.” As a trainer, he aims to explain a system or process which the rider can follow even under the pressure of competition.

The supporting program rounds off the holistic offer with a rider fitness session and training on the equestrian simulator, where the original cross-country course at the Aachen Soers can be ridden. In addition to the riding training, Chris Bartle is offering the following content: theory session “Main Principles of Cross Country Riding”, Q&A in the CHIO Aachen press conference room, course walking session, Video Analysis of the CHIO Aachen Cross Country Phase 2025. Stabling for the horse and meals for the participant and one accompanying person are included.

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