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WELCOME TO THE JOCKEYS’ ROOM, AN ONLINE HUB OF RESOURCES FOR LICENSED PRE-APPROVED RIDERS, APPRENTICE JOCKEYS AND SENIOR JOCKEYS WHO ARE LICENSED IN NEW SOUTH WALES

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EDUCATION

You will ride horses in races and have the potential for an exciting and rewarding career. You will approach trainers and owners to secure rides...

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APPRENTICES

Riding horses in races as a Jockey can be an exciting and rewarding career.

Potential Jockeys have a small frame and ideally weigh less than 50kg...

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COACHING

The Racing NSW apprentice jockey coaching and mentoring team comprises of the following former top jockeys...

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APPROVED RIDERS

Whilst picnic race meetings are run in a more relaxed atmosphere, the Rules of Racing that relate to Jockeys apply fully to Approved Riders...

CAREER ASSISTANCE

The JBS Discretionary Fund provides funding for programs and initiatives to benefit jockeys’ welfare both during their riding career and in retirement, including vocational and life skills training, career transition support, business start-up assistance and financial planning advice.

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WELFARE & BENEFIT SCHEME

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WORKERS COMPENSATION & OTHER INSURANCE

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SUPERANNUATION

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STAKES PAYMENTS

“The career of a Jockey can be an exciting and rewarding career. However, it is much more than just life in the saddle. Their role encompasses much more than what the public sees, including regular career mentoring, strategic planning, business guidance and maintaining their fitness as professional athletes. With proper support services, career development and mentorship, these are all essential components that help ensure successful and fulfilling careers”

Phillip O’Brien

General Manager – Participant Welfare  

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