Ottawa, Ontario --- ProChaps, a Canadian manufacturer of high-performance riding chaps, has become an official sponsor of Equine Canada's national coaching program.

This exciting partnership will see all Equine Canada certified instructors and coaches receiving 50% off the retail cost of all Competition, Fit and Athletic models of ProChaps apparel.

All Equine Canada members will also be eligible for a 10% discount off the retail price of ProChaps through a special Equine Canada promotional code. In turn, a portion of all sales will be redirected to the federation's Coach Development Fund.

The full information about the Discount Program will be available on the Equine Canada and ProChaps website by March 1, 2013.

"At ProChaps we fundamentally believe that Instructors and Coaches of the equestrian sport are the true backbone of our industry," said Jean Larivée, ProChaps President. "ProChaps is happy to partner with Equine Canada and to directly sponsor and harvest the building of the ProChaps/Equine Canada Coach Development Fund."

"While we are only in the infancy of this new partnership, everyone at ProChaps hopes to continue to grow with Equine Canada, expanding the program and bringing the key recognition and support that is so deserving to Canadian coaches across the country," Larivée added.

ProChaps was also the presenting sponsor at the Equine Canada National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Coaching Awards at the 2013 Annual Awards Gala in Ottawa on February 8. Each recipient of an NCCP award received a gift certificate redeemable for a free pair of half chaps.

"ProChaps shares the coaching program commitment to excellence, and our view that coaches are leaders in their community and in the sport," said Heather Sansom, Equine Canada's Manager of Coaching. "The ProChaps sponsorship of the coaching program through the Development Fund and sponsorship of the coaching awards is an exciting moment in the history of the Equine Canada National Coaching Certification Program."

Using innovative materials, ProChaps has radically advanced the construction of riding chaps to cutting edge perfection with breathable and waterproof quality leather that is both comfortable and functional for the rider.  The three distinct styles - Competition, Fit and Athletic - allow the rider close contact with the horse and feature a bold and stylish design that is flattering to the figure, and fits perfectly from the first time you wear them.

"The ProChaps sponsorship adds real value to our coaches who maintain professional certification, and the partnership is a great addition to the annual coaching awards," adds Ms. Sansom.

ProChaps was created by active individuals who combined their talent in equestrian sports, clothing design and dynamic communication to create advanced legging equipment using proven manufacturing techniques and advanced materials. The chaps are tested relentlessly by industry professionals and used to set the high standards for both construction and performance. ProChaps are available for purchase by visiting www.prochaps.com.