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Would working in an office
be your worst nightmare??

You don’t have to! Find out about Apprenticeships in the Horseracing industry. You don’t
have to be able to ride but loving horses or animals and the great outdoors will help.
Racing and Thoroughbred breeding offers a range
of exciting and challenging roles and training
opportunities. You could be involved with breeding or
racing some of the best horses in the country or even
the world, or pursue a career in another part of this
diverse industry. From sales people to photographers
to racing secretaries and catering staff, there is
something for everyone.
With a career in horseracing, you’ll never look
back but be prepared for a life that offers travel,
excitement and a future full of opportunity. There are
three dedicated training providers the British Racing
School in Newmarket, the Northern Racing College in
Doncaster and the National Stud in Newmarket offering
apprenticeships and training courses at every level.
Ryan Colley works for Racehorse Trainer Ruth Carr as
Stable Groom.
Ryan says:
I became a member of Stable Staff after …
spending 12 weeks doing my Level 2 Diploma in
Racehorse Care at the Northern Racing College where I
learnt how to handle and ride racehorses, then I started
working for a trainer, to complete my Apprenticeship.
Best bit about my job is …
doing my favourite two things every day, riding and
going racing.
Surprising fact about me is …
until I went to the Northern Racing College I had never
ridden or touched a horse!
In 10 years I would like to be…
working as a Starter on a racecourse – setting off the
races instead of riding in them.

For more information on careers, jobs and training in horseracing visit