Years of profesional experience
Rodolfo Enrique Godoy Beltranena
FEI 3* Course Designer
Summary
I'm an FEI Level 3 Course Designer with over 15 years of experience in international show jumping. My journey began as a rider, and over time, I've had the privilege of designing courses in more than 15 countries across the Americas. Each arena I work in is an opportunity to blend technical precision with creativity, ensuring that every course challenges riders while respecting the sport's highest standards, while enhancing and respecting the main focus of our sport, the horses.
I specialize in advanced course design, accurate arena layout, and adapting quickly to changing conditions—all while maintaining full compliance with FEI regulations. Beyond design, I'm actively involved in equestrian event organization and sports management, serving as a long-time advisor to the Guatemalan National Federation and event organizing comities. I take pride in clear communication, collaborative leadership, and contributing to the growth of equestrian sport at every level.
Overview
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Countries I have worked with
Work History
Course Designer
RG Course Designer
2005 - Current
- Main course designer in jumping events held in the United States, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Chile, Puerto Rico, Peru, and the Dominican Republic.
- Member of the organizing committee of the El Cortijo Equestrian Festival from 2003 to 2021.
- Member of the organizing committee of CSI El Cortijo in Guatemala, from 2004 to 2021.
- Organizer of Select Auction VDL STUD – El Cortijo Riding School, from 2005 to 2018.
- Design of competition obstacles for the Guatemalan Equestrian Federation, as well as collaborations with the Mexican course designer, Benjamin Fernandez.
- Member of the Jumping Committee of the Guatemalan Equestrian Federation from 2007 to 2019, and an active member as of January 2024.
- Member from 2014 to 2018 of the Technical Committee of the Guatemalan National Equestrian Federation.
Course Designer Assistant
RG Course Designer
2005 - Current
- Course Designer Assistant at international events held in Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Colombia, with FEI Level 3 and 4 course designers.
- Course Designer Assistant for Leopoldo Palacios (VEN), Werner Deeg (GER), and Benjamín Fernández (MEX) at CSI3, Spruce Meadows, Calgary, Canada.
- Course Designer Assistant for Javier Medrano (COL) at the Central American and Caribbean Games, Bogotá 2018, and the Bolivarian Games 2022.
- Course Designer Assistant for Benjamín Fernández (MEX) at the Central American Games, San José, 2013.
- Course Designer Assistant for Javier Fernandez (MEX) at the FEI World Jumping Challenge Final, Guatemala, 2010.
- Course Designer Assistant for Javier Fernández (MEX), CSI-W El Pulté, 2013.
- Course Designer Assistant for Olaf Petersen Sr. (GER), Heiko Wahlers (GER), Marina Azevedo (BRA), Benjamín Fernández (MEX), and Helio Pessoa (BRA) at Festival Ecuestre El Cortijo.
- Course Designer Assistant for Javier Fernández (MEX) and Benjamín Fernández (MEX) at CSI1 El Cortijo, 2006 – 2016.
- Course Designer Assistant for Guilherme Nogueira (BRA), Marina Azevedo, Benjamín Fernández (MEX), and Mauricio Garcia (PUR) at CSI1 Guatemala.
- Course Designer Assistant for Javier Fernández (MEX) and Leopoldo Palacios (VEN) at CSI3 Xalapa 2007.
- Course Designer Assistant for Javier Fernández (MEX) at the Pan-American Games, Guadalajara 2011.
General Manager – Founder
Suministros Ecuestres S.A.
01.2021 - Current
Founder of Suministros Ecuestres Sociedad Anónima, owner of La Hípica, the leading equestrian boutique in Central America. Renowned for its important selection of high-end riding apparel, horse care products, and stable equipment, La Hípica represents prestigious international brands and actively supports the equestrian community through sponsorships and a mobile store presence at major events. With a strong digital presence on Facebook and Instagram, and an e-commerce platform at www.lahipica.com.gt, the boutique continues to elevate the equestrian lifestyle across the region.
Business Manager
Equus
01.2002 - 01.2021
Sales Manager Assistant
Canales S.A.
01.2001 - 01.2002
Education
3* Course Designer - Showjumping Course Designer
Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI)
Switzerland 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Escuela Superior Internacional
Guatemala City, Guatemala01.2011
Major in Marketing - Marketing
Escuela Superior Internacional
Guatemala City, Guatemala01.2011
Skills
Expertise in course design for international competitions
Able to create technically challenging yet fair courses that reflect the level of the event and horse/rider capabilities
Proficient in accurately measuring distances and placing obstacles inside the arena
Ensuring correct use of materials, spacing, and safety features in the arena
Capable of leading a team of assistants and collaborating with officials, organizers, and other stakeholders
Communicates clearly and professionally in both planning and execution phases
Maintaining composure and decision-making clarity under pressure
Applying rules consistently to ensure fairness, safety, and compliance across all aspects of course design
Personal Information
- FEI ID Number: 10083604
Academic Formation As Course Designer
- 2006-01-01, Costa Rica, FEI Course For CD., Linda Allen (USA)
- 2005-01-01, Guatemala, Course Designer Seminar (not FEI)., Olaf Petersen Sr. (GER)
- 2011-01-01, Costa Rica, FEI Course For Promotion to 1 CD (approved), Rob Jansen (NED), Stefan Wirth (GER)
- 2014-01-01, Costa Rica, FEI Course For Promotion to 2 CD (approved), Rob Jansen (NED), Stefan Wirth (GER)
- 2017-01-01, Bulgaria, FEI Course For Promotion to 3 CD (approved), Rob Jansen (NED), Stefan Wirth (GER)
- 2020-01-01, West Palm Beach, FL. USA, Refresh Seminar For Course Designers, Leopoldo Palacios (VEN), Guilherme Nogueira (BRA)
- 2024-01-01, Barcelona, Spain, Refresh Seminar For Course Designers, Santiago Varela (ESP)
- 2025-01-01, On Line, CES Online Assessment - Jumping – CD
Academic Formation
- 2011-01-01, Guatemala, Bachelor of Business Administration, Escuela Superior Internacional
- 2011-01-01, Guatemala, Major in Marketing, Escuela Superior Internacional
Digital Knowledge
- Advanced User of Office Packages
- Administration of web pages and social networks
- Course Plans made up to scale in Microsoft Visio
- Odoo CRM Advanced User
Professional References
- Javier Fernández (MEX), 4* javfer60@hotmail.com
- Benjamín Fernández (MEX), 3* benjafernandez2510@gmail.com
- Linda Allen (USA), 4* llallen77@gmail.com
- Helio Pessoa (BRA), 3* heliopessoa566@yahoo.com
- Guilherme Nogueira (BRA), 4* gguijorge@hotmail.com
- Rob Jansen (NED), 4* jansenengineering@hotmail.com
- Stefan Wirth (GER), 3* tisswiss@aol.com
- Javier Medrano (COL), 3* pistasmedrano42@gmail.com
- Ana Cristina Vargas (CRC), 3* anacristinavargas@cecsol.com
- Andrea Herschel (GUA), 3* andreaherschel@hotmail.com
- Carolla Walls (MEX), 3* carolawalls@hotmail.com
- Luzmila Alvarez (PTY), 2* alvarez_luzmila@hotmail.com
- Cesar Hirsch (VEN), 3* cesarhirsch@gmail.com
- Lawrence Jacobs (GUA), 3* lawrencejacobsgt@gmail.com
- Wylder F. Rodríguez (GUA) wfrodriguez@hotmail.com
- Bruno Cavalheiro (BRA) bcrebello@gmail.com
- Monika Villalobos (CRC) monikavf@gmail.com
- Juan Ignacio Walker (CHI) walkerjuanignacio@gmail.com
Timeline
General Manager – Founder
Suministros Ecuestres S.A.
01.2021 - Current
Business Manager
Equus
01.2002 - 01.2021
3* Course Designer - Showjumping Course Designer
Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI)
05.2001 -
Sales Manager Assistant
Canales S.A.
01.2001 - 01.2002
Course Designer
RG Course Designer
2005 - Current
Course Designer Assistant
RG Course Designer
2005 - Current
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Escuela Superior Internacional
Major in Marketing - Marketing
Escuela Superior Internacional