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Registration – Flying Cross Gallop & Jockey Development Program

Your Pathway to the Backstretch Starts Here

 

Apply for Limited Intake

Thank you for your interest in the Flying Cross Gallop & Jockey Development Program. To protect rider safety and horse welfare, enrollment is intentionally limited and not all participants are accepted.

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This process helps ensure that every rider who joins has the best chance to succeed and become someone trainers want to hire back.

 

📌 Before You Apply

Please make sure you are:

  • Comfortable riding fit, forward horses

  • Able to follow safety first instruction

  • Reliable and committed 

  • Respectful of horses, staff, and industry standards

  • Interested in finding paid work galloping horses at the racetrack

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Prior race riding is not required.
The right attitude is!

How to Apply

Step 1 – Submit Application

Complete the online application form below. You will be asked about:

  • Riding background

  • Career goals

  • Any injuries affecting riding suitability

  • Riding assessment at Flying Cross Ranch or via video submission

 
Step 2 – Program Interview

Short-listed applicants will be invited to:

  • In-person or virtual interview

  • Review of expectations, schedule, and policies

 
Step 3 – Secure Your Spot

If accepted, you will complete:

  • Participant agreement

  • Send deposit payment

  • Insurance and emergency contact information

 

Fees & Eligibility (Summary)

  • $4800

✔ Payment plans may be available
✔ Grant or sponsor subsidies vary by intake
✔ Deposit required upon acceptance

✔ Full payment is due by your start date

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Please review our Refund & Withdrawal Policy before submitting.

 

✅ Selection Notice

Submitting this form does not guarantee acceptance.
Riding suitability and safety come first.

You will be contacted within 5 business days regarding next steps.

 

Central Alberta & Canadian Tracks

We prepare riders for work at:

  • Major Canadian racetracks

  • Barns needing dependable exercise riders

 

📋 Application Form

👉 Apply Here

 
Need More Information?

If you’re unsure whether this program fits your goals, contact Roy at:

📞 403-350-7368
📧 info@flyingcrossranch.com
📍 Flying Cross Ranch – Lacombe, Alberta

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