How do i become a horse trainer im 16 and haven't really done much work with horses?

Question

How do i become a horse trainer im 16 and haven't really done much work with horses?

Answer 1

u cn join any course related 2 horse riding within ur area

Answer 2

Look into doing a stable hand course then you may be able to get a job through that and work your way up

good luck

Answer 3

Apply for a job at a Livery stable or Race Track.  Specify that you would like to work w/ Horses.  Cleaning stables, fresh water and hay, currying their coats.  My Brother did that when he was your age and he loved it.

Answer 4

Why do you want to be a horse trainer, ask yourself. There are many other opportunities in the horse field to work.

As a horse owner and breeder, I hire my training. Our best finish was sixth at the world show. Training is hard work. I would suggest you find a barn near you where you can hire on as stable help and start learning. Also study hard in school go to college. Many have equestrian programs and many that don't have specific horse programs, do have equestrian teams you can ride on. You'd be surprised, even a city university like the University of Cincinnati has an equestrian team.  Learn all you can. Good luck

Answer 5

train to become a horse trainer :) your only 16. so if your going to be a horse trainer why not do it properly and go through the experience of being taught how to do the job good. :)

Answer 6

try getting some work experience at stables working with horses and if you are currently in year 11, look for an apprentiship for next year which involves working with horses.

Answer 7

Working with horses involves long hours and hard manual work - and many people never make it to the top.  Horse trainers have ultimate responsibility for the horses in their care, and require a high level of knowledge.  Whatever discipline you are interested in, i.e. showjumping, racing, breaking will need experience with many different types of horses and also with young animals - something that doesn't happen overnight.

The best advice is to get some work experience at a local stables, which involves the general care of horses.  This way you will get an idea of what is required to look after horses, and if it is right for you.

After 12 months you can decide on where your interest lies, and maybe go for further training.  The British Racing School offers training and entry into racing.  There are other openings such as British Horse Society or ABRS training, that give you qualifications in horse care, teaching and riding.  These can also be applied to the training of horses in various disciplines.

There is also stud farm work, which is mainly involved in horse breeding, but they often break horses in ready to go onto further training.

Even if you go for an apprentice position, potential employers will want to see that you are competent and keen.  Therefore any kind of work experience will prove your point, even if it is unpaid.

Good luck!

Answer 8

start by cleaning stalls...

Answer 9

you need to know the basics first. Working at a stable is good experience so that's a good start. I think it also helps if you know how to ride horses. I recommend taking lessons because you need to know how to tack,brush and learn how a horse moves.Once you get stable work a accomplish. Move on to the next step. I think it's also important to learn about the health of a horse. If you can get with a veterinarian that specializes in horses,  see if you can go with him on house calls or volunteer your time. Being a good trainer you have to recognize health concerns of your horses.There are also schools out there to help you become a trainer. You also can go to a track and see if you can work under a trainer to  become a trainer.Start now!! Before your out of school,because right now mom and dad are footing the bills. Once your on your own you may have to quit working the horses because it's not paying you rent.If you can get your trainer license before you graduate or when you graduate would be the best. hope this helps.. Oh... start reading a lot of books too. Don't just work for one trainer. work as many as you can. Trainer learn by other trainer.also, if you have dish satellite for TV. There's a trainer on the ranch channel that trains horses. Watch that ever chance you get, it will help. you're going need hands on though for sure.

Answer 10

go to a stud farm and get a job as a stable hand and work your way up, ask if you can get some job experience first show you are enthusiastic in working with horses

Answer 11

you need alot of practice. As a 16 years old,  you still have time to do.

Answer 12

Maybe you could ask to help a trainer at your barn to show you what she does, or teach you, there's a lot of things you need to know to be a horse trainer...

Answer 13

well now that you are sixteen you can get a job so what you should do is got  to a horse stable and ask for a training job. you have to make a resume to get the job. good luck!

Answer 14

If you are English go to the British Racing School http://www.brs.org.uk/Home/. You can do Jockey/ Trainers courses there without experience.  Some of the courses are free and give you a guarenteed place in racing.  You could also perhaps get a job at a local stables so that you are used to being around horses and are sure that this is what you want to do.

Answer 15

go to your local stables.

start working as a stable hand and work your way up from there. people there should know connections or how to become one too.

hope this helps....=)