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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.

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

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

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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