Jockey

Becoming a Jockey can be a tough but rewarding career in a highly competitive sporting industry.  Jockeys are licensed and employed by their Principal Racing Authority (PRA) where they must follow strict integrity guidelines. The relevant PRA executes riding fee payments - and may contribution towards their travel costs to and from the races when jockeys are in short supply. When they are in their apprenticeship, a jockey will be indentured to a particular trainer, as a senior rider they become free agents. Jockeys will be required to work in both country and metropolitan areas and ride at race meets in all areas to gain experience. There are opportunities for Jockeys to also ride in other countries such as New Zealand, Hong Kong, France, Singapore, Dubai and the United Kingdom. Apprentices must be at least 15 years of age and be a lightly framed individuals to ensure they can make the riding weights required.