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A young Riders Academy

A young Riders Academy for Jumping supported by Rolex

Athenaeum is a non-profit association founded by a group of professionals with a passion for horses, and representatives of equestrian institutions. The young Riders Academy program has been developed by Athenaeum under the patronage of the European Equestrian Federation and with the cooperation of the International Jumping Riders Club, with the support of Rolex.

29/08/2026

PROUD DOESN’T EVEN BEGIN TO COVER IT. ❤️

A World Championship to remember for the entire Young Riders Academy family.

Seeing so many riders who have been part of the Academy competing on the biggest stage of our sport was already something special. Seeing four YRA riders make it all the way to the Individual Final made it even more remarkable.

Thibeau Spits, Harry Charles, Richard Vogel and Sophie Hinners among the very best in the world.

And then, two of them standing together on the podium:
🥈 Thibeau Spits — World Silver
🥉 Harry Charles — World Bronze

But this post is about more than medals.

It is about every YRA rider who entered that arena in Aachen, every journey that brought them there, and the privilege of watching talents who once joined the Academy continue to grow into some of the leading names of our sport.

From Young Riders Academy to the World Championships.
What a journey. What a family.

Congratulations to all of you. We couldn’t be prouder. ❤️
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©️ FEI/Leanjo de Koster

23/08/2026

DOUBLE PODIUM. DOUBLE PRIDE.

Two riders, one unforgettable result in Aachen.

Thibeau Spits claims World Championship silver
Harry Charles takes World Championship bronze

Seeing two members of the YRA Family standing on an individual World Championship podium is something truly special and a huge reason for pride for all of us.

From the Academy to the biggest stage in the sport, this is exactly what YRA is all about: supporting talent, building careers, and watching our riders rise among the very best in the world.

Congratulations, Thibeau and Harry. What a moment. ❤️

19/08/2026

🚀 The is ready for the World Championships!

Thirteen riders, nine nations, and one shared journey that started with the Young Riders Academy. From different generations of YRA, they now meet again on one of the biggest stages in the sport.

🇮🇪 Bertram Allen — YRA 2014
🇬🇧 Harry Charles — YRA 2018
🇹🇷 Derin Demirsoy — YRA 2016
🇮🇹 Giampiero Garofalo — YRA 2016
🇩🇪 Sophie Hinners — YRA 2019
🇩🇰 Laura Baaring Kjaergaard
🇦🇹 Felix Koller — YRA 2019
🇵🇱 Egor Shchibirk — YRA 2023
🇨🇾 Lexi Stais — YRA 2019
🇨🇿 Vaclav Stanek — YRA 2019
🇧🇪 Thibeau Spits — YRA 2023
🇩🇪 Richard Vogel — YRA 2020
🇬🇧 Jack Whitaker — YRA 2020

Different years. Different nations. One YRA Family.

We’re incredibly proud to see so many Academy riders representing their countries at the World Championships. Now, all eyes are on Aachen. 💙

Good luck, everyone! 🍀

showjumping

16/08/2026

ALWAYS ON THE MOVE. 🌍🐎

The past few weeks have taken the Young Riders Academy athletes across Europe, from the European Championships to some of the biggest stages of the international season.

Different arenas, different challenges, the same ambition: keep learning, competing and growing.

And now, as another intense chapter of the season unfolds, all eyes turn to Aachen and the 2026 FEI Jumping World Championships. 🌎✨

Good luck to everyone heading into one of the biggest weeks of the year. 💙

09/08/2026

✨✨✨ Meet Rose ✨✨✨

Next up in our Rider Card series is Rose de Balanda.

Ambitious, thoughtful and always eager to improve, Rose knows that building a successful partnership with a horse goes far beyond talent. For her, one of the most valuable lessons in the sport is learning to take things slowly, giving each horse the time and confidence needed to grow. 🐴

Swipe through to discover her top horse right now, the competition she dreams of, the rider who inspires her most… and a few favourites away from the arena. 👀🍿

A young rider with big goals, a clear mindset and plenty still to achieve. 💙

05/08/2026

Ready for another training exercise? 👀

This exercise is designed to improve one of the most important skills in show jumping: adjustability.

The goal is to ride the same 15-meter line using different numbers of strides, helping both horse and rider develop:

✔ Control and balance
✔ Adjustability of the canter
✔ Responsiveness to the aids
✔ Accuracy in maintaining the chosen distance
✔ Better communication between horse and rider

By alternating 4, 5 or 6 strides in the same line, riders learn to lengthen or shorten the canter without losing rhythm or straightness, while horses become more attentive, balanced and rideable.

It may look simple, but mastering this exercise builds the flexibility and control needed to adapt to different situations on course.

Will you give it a try? Let us know how it goes! 👇

27/07/2026

The FEI Jumping European Championships for Young Riders have come to an end, bringing with them days of great sport, determination and valuable experience.

Every championship is made of challenges, lessons and moments that help shape the riders of tomorrow. We are proud to have seen our YRA riders competing among Europe’s best, with all of them finishing within the top 15 individually. A result that reflects the level, consistency and commitment they have shown throughout the week.

A special congratulations also goes to Team Netherlands for claiming the European team title, with two members of the YRA Team 2026, Nick Nanning and Thijmen Vos, contributing to this fantastic achievement. 🇳🇱👏

To every rider, horse, coach and supporter: thank you for another unforgettable championship. The journey continues, and we’re excited to see what comes next.

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13/07/2026

👀 You’ve already met the Class of 2026…

Now it’s time to discover what makes each rider unique. ✨

From their dream competitions and favorite horses to pre-ring rituals, guilty pleasures and the lessons that have shaped them, our Rider Cards reveal the stories behind the sport.

First up: Elisa Chimirri 🇮🇹

➡️ Swipe through her Rider Card and get to know her a little better!

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