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Work Rider
Work Riders can be employed by a Trainer or are often self employed, …
Work Riders can be employed by a Trainer or are often self employed, working for many Trainers. Their main role is to exercise the horses on a daily basis and don’t get so involved in yard duties.
Most Work Riders, would start as a Racing Groom having completed an Apprenticeship in Racehorse Care, before becoming more specialised and just exercising racehorses. To find out more about the role and duties of a Work Rider read the Case Study.