Meet the trainees - Jason Dixon

My name is Jason Dixon. I’m 16 years old. I am from Finglas in Dublin. I have always had an interest in horses and soccer. I have been playing soccer since I was 4. I was player of the year for the under 9’s team and I have won plenty of trophy’s and medals. I was made captain for the past 2 years of Stella Maris which is a well known top club in Dublin.
I have been riding horses bareback since I was young. I had to make the decision to try make a career in soccer or to try and make a career in the horse racing industry. I have only started riding in saddles since I came to RACE. The instructors here at RACE have taught me so much lately, such as how to tack up properly, how to oil the tack, how to ride in a saddle, how to use the whip in an appropriate manner and how to care for a horse up to a high standard.

My favourite rider is AP McCoy. I admire the way he has a lot of stamina which, gives him great ability to drive a horse from such a long way out. I am really enjoying my time at RACE, it is a great experience and I look forward to the great opportunities that awaits in the near future.

Getting ready to learn how to jump out of stalls