Hi all, as the title suggests, I am interested in getting into working with thoroughbreds. The problem is, I have no idea how to get my foot in the door, or if this is even possible for me. I have limited experience with OTTBs, and absolutely no experience at all with racehorses or the racing industry. However, I have extensive experience as a dressage rider, and made the switch to eventing a year ago. I’ve done some internet searches and have also looked up some old threads on this topic here on this forum, and I don’t know how relevant my previous experience will be for exercise riding, as it seems to be a whole different ballgame from the sport/show horse world. The good news is that I am very brave, tough and absolutely willing to learn.
I’m looking to find a paying job in the horse world that will help develop me as a rider and as a more well rounded horsewoman. I am an aspiring event trainer in my early twenties. Any advice/tips/tough love is greatly appreciated!
