Equestrian Certificates in Italy 🇮🇹
In Italy, equestrian certificates and riding authorizations (autorizzazioni a montare) are officially regulated by the Italian Equestrian Sports Federation (FISE) or parallel promotion bodies like Fitetrec-Ante. Progression is structured through distinct rider license levels (patenti) based on training and competitive experience.
Main Rider License Levels (FISE)Patente A (Basic/Non-Competitive):
An entry-level permit for basic practice, recreational riding, and insurance coverage. It allows participation in low-level or introductory training activities.
Brevetto (B - Beginner/Novice Competitor):
The first true competitive authorization. Allows riders to enter lower-tier official competitions (such as show jumping up to 1.15m).1° Grado (First Grade - Intermediate):
For advanced riders who meet strict point thresholds or pass regional technical exams. Permits entry into higher-level regional and national competitions (show jumping up to 1.35m).2° Grado
(Second Grade - Elite/Advanced):
The highest national tier for top-level national and international representation.
Professional & Instructor Certifications
To teach or work professionally as an instructor (istruttore) or technical operator (tecnico), candidates must be over 18, hold a baseline competitive license, and complete official modular training courses hosted or recognized by FISE or IGEQ (International Group for Equestrian Qualification) pathways.
Main Rider License Levels (FISE)Patente A (Basic/Non-Competitive):
An entry-level permit for basic practice, recreational riding, and insurance coverage. It allows participation in low-level or introductory training activities.
Brevetto (B - Beginner/Novice Competitor):
The first true competitive authorization. Allows riders to enter lower-tier official competitions (such as show jumping up to 1.15m).1° Grado (First Grade - Intermediate):
For advanced riders who meet strict point thresholds or pass regional technical exams. Permits entry into higher-level regional and national competitions (show jumping up to 1.35m).2° Grado
(Second Grade - Elite/Advanced):
The highest national tier for top-level national and international representation.
Professional & Instructor Certifications
To teach or work professionally as an instructor (istruttore) or technical operator (tecnico), candidates must be over 18, hold a baseline competitive license, and complete official modular training courses hosted or recognized by FISE or IGEQ (International Group for Equestrian Qualification) pathways.
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