WHO IS BEHIND IT

BE Prepared is supported by the British Eventing Training Foundation (BETF) and led by our team of eight Regional Lead Coaches, supported by Katie Williams and a wider network of equine professionals. Together, they bring world-class expertise, practical coaching insight, and a shared commitment to welfare, development and performance.

LEAD SPECIALIST COACH

KATIE WILLIAMS

Lead Coach, International Development Experiences (UKCC Level 4 Eventing)
Katie is one of the UK’s most highly qualified eventing coaches, holding UKCC Level 4 accreditation. She leads British Eventing’s International Development Experiences programme, supporting riders as they learn to compete abroad. Her coaching blends technical expertise, evidence-based training and a positive, athlete-centred approach.

COACHES

JO RIMMER

South West Regional Lead Coach

Jo Rimmer UKCCL3 is a former schoolteacher who has always had a passion for producing horses and coaching riders. 

She competed at 5* level and represented GB in a Nations Cup team. She has been involved in eventing for many years as a competitor, mother and coach. Her daughter Jess is currently competing at 4* level. She loves developing partnerships between horses and riders, the thrill of the sport and the community spirit within it. 

WILL MURRAY

North Regional Lead Coach

A dedicated coach with deep practical experience, Will helps riders develop effective training habits and a clear understanding of the skills needed for each phase. His approach is supportive, structured, and centred on helping combinations progress with confidence.


PHIL BROWN

East Midlands Regional Lead Coach

Phil brings a wealth of coaching knowledge from grassroots to advanced level. Known for his calm, encouraging style, he helps riders improve accuracy, decision-making and partnership, ensuring training remains positive, progressive and welfare-led.


EMILY LOCHORE

East Regional Lead Coach

Emily Lochore is a highly respected international event rider and coach, with experience up to 5* level including Badminton and Burghley. A former Great Britain Junior and Young Rider team member, she won Team Gold and was long-listed for the Atlanta Olympics following a 12th place at Burghley and Best U25 honours. Now specialising in coaching, Emily works with riders at all levels, drawing on decades of elite competition and world-class training experience. Emily holds UKCC (BE) Level 3 Coaching and BHSAI qualifications, and is passionate about developing riders and nurturing their love of eventing.

CAMILLA KRUGER

South East Regional Lead Coach

An international event rider and BE coach, Camilla offers expert technical insight across all three phases. Her coaching combines precision, confidence-building and a deep understanding of horse welfare, supporting riders to ride thoughtfully and perform at their best.


TIM ROGERS

Central Regional Lead Coach

Tim is an accomplished coach focused on developing confident, adaptable riders. His training style emphasises clear communication, correct basics and smart decision-making, helping riders understand not just what to do, but why it matters.


JONQUIL HEMMING

Wales & West Midlands Regional Lead Coach

Jonquil brings years of experience producing and coaching event horses. She is known for her supportive, detail-oriented approach, helping riders improve technique, planning and preparation while building a calm, positive partnership with their horse.


RICHARD JOHNSTON-SMITH

Scotland Regional Lead Coach

Richard is the British Eventing Lead Coach for Scotland, with over 20 years’ experience coaching riders and equine partnerships from leisure level to national competition. He has supported riders through coaching assessments up to BHSI (Stage 5) and Pony Club A Test.


An all-round eventing coach, Richard combines evidence-based equine learning with classical training principles across dressage, show jumping and cross country. Known for his open-minded, problem-solving approach, he is passionate about developing confident, progressive partnerships in both private and group sessions.

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