How would i go about becoming a jockey?
I would suggest a jockey school by checking area of desire on Internet. This is a tough call otherwise if you can’t attend a Jockey school, and the only alternative is if you know any trainers that will help you. Or call your local area race tracks/stables for work that may be available, for you need to start somewhere. The fact is, Jockeys are highly trained professionals who are contracted by licensed trainers to ride their horses at public race meetings. Here are some general facts about jockeys and their height and weight limitations, licensing, and horse ownership: All jockeys must have a riding license in the state in which they compete. A jockey must be at least 16 years old before he or she is eligible for a jockey’s license. Jockeys own and are responsible for their own riding equipment, including saddles, pants, crops, helmets and boots, etc. As a rule, jockeys cannot own the horses they ride. Jockeys are independent contractors who are employed by owners and/or trainers to r
