THE Association of Irish Riding Establishments (AIRE) has announced a special training day at Teagasc Kildalton College, Kilkenny, on Wednesday, November 4th 2026, commencing at 10.45am. The event will feature Commandant Geoff Curran, HSI Level 2 Coach and Chief Instructor at the Army Equitation School, who will share his extensive experience and expertise with riders and equestrian enthusiasts.

With an outstanding record in international equestrian sport, Comdt Curran has represented Ireland at the World eventing championships in 2006 and 2010, and was a member of the Irish Olympic eventing team at the 2008 Olympic Games. His achievements also include competing as part of three winning Nations Cup teams in show jumping, winning the National Show jumping Championship in 2021 and representing Ireland at the European Championships in 2011.