Zara Riley
Mount Burrell,NSW
1
year of professional experience
Experienced horse trainer specializing in groundwork training and horse health care. Known for attention to detail and adaptability, committed to enhancing rider-horse communication and fostering effective training programs.
Work History
Horse Trainer
7 Months- Developed training programs to improve horse performance and behavior.
- Tacking horses and assisted floating and stable care at race track.
- Monitored training sessions, providing feedback to enhance rider-horse communication.
- Implemented exercise regimens tailored to individual horse needs and goals.
- Assisted in daily care routines, ensuring health and well-being of horses.
- Adapted training methods based on horse temperament and learning styles.
- Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
- Instilled basics of horsemanship and riding in beginners, first-time or occasional riders, refining knowledge, and skills of more advanced riders.
- Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries, and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for horses, ensuring proper care and attention to their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
- Assisted owners in addressing specific behavioral issues through targeted training techniques, fostering better communication between horse and rider.
- Fit gear for horses and specific riders.
- Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues, or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
- Rode horses to meet required pace or timed work and executed jump-outs to develop skills and compliance of individual animals.
- Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
- Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on track performance.
- Organized regular stable visits for routine farrier services, vaccinations, and dental check-ups in adherence with recommended equine health guidelines.
Education
No Degree - jockeying
Skills
Groundwork techniques
Equine grooming
Groundwork techniques
Saddle maintenance
Horse grooming
English style riding
Dressage training
Equine rehabilitation
Animal training
Obedience training
Positive reinforcement
Medication management
Behavioral training
Horse behavior modification
Training methodology
Equine behavior assessment
Reliability
Organizational skills
Decision-making
Self motivation
Task prioritization
Adaptability and flexibility
Excellent communication
Effective communication
Active listening
Relationship building
Team building
Pet grooming
Equine diet management
Interests
Gardening
Baking
Cooking
Enjoys meeting people and group horse meet ups.
Music
Gym Workouts
Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making
experimenting with recipes.
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community.
I like working with my hands and fixing things.
Horseback trail Riding
Pilates
Food Tourism
Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills.
Fundraising Events
Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop
Illustrator
or Procreate.
Volunteering at local animal shelters and rescue organizations.
Video Gaming
Rock Climbing
Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration.
Engaging in food photography and sharing culinary creations on social media.
Surfing
Swimming
Kayaking
I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings.
Fashion and Style
Animal Care
Camping
Timeline
Horse Trainer
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Nimbin Central School
No Degree from jockeying
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