Cat B licence required for Aintree Foxhunter!
08-12-2016
2017 dates for the Category B Rider assessment courses have just been finalised at both The British Racing School and the Northern Racing College:
NRC: 16-20 January 2017
BRS: 20-24 February 2017
These are the ONLY two 5-day Category B assessment courses before the AINTREE FOXHUNTER race (in which riders must hold a Cat B Permit).
Traditionally this race generates the most interest from Cat A holders looking to progress to becoming Cat B riders.
Applicants must meet the Category B criteria in full before applying to BHA Licensing for a space on a course. A limited number of courses are available free of charge to AJA members. Any queries, please call Henry Bradley in BHA Licensing on 0207 152 0140.
The next opportunity for Category B Assessment following the above dates is not until May 15-19!
Do the Irish jockey have to do it as most will be in that race .
Irish jockeys will be licensed with their own equivalent Irish licences issued by the Irish Turf Club which will entitle them to ride in this race.