My name is John Keating, I’m from Kildare town, Co. Kildare. I’ve always loved horse and used to come to RACE and go on the simulators, I always knew that I wanted to be a jockey and after finishing fifth year for the second time I realised that school wasn’t for me and it was time to follow my dreams and apply for RACE. I worked in a yard for the whole summer in Richard Brabazon’s pre training and breaking yard. It was a great experience and only for that I wouldn’t even be able to tack up a horse but I knew I had to go somewere to further my skills and show what is needed to be a top worker and jockey. Getting in wasn’t easy but when I got that letter in my door it was the best moment of my life. After being here for nearly three months I realise that this is a hard industry to make it in and even harder without coming to a place like RACE.
It’s been a very hard three months but I know I’m improving on every aspect of what I do— from mucking out to riding even my manners have improved! The staff here are great they push you to your limits but you have to know its all for your benefit and safety around the horses, they also have a laugh and make it a nice place to live and work.
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| Interview for Craig Doyle show |
