An encouraging start to the 2026 Clinic Season
Our first clinic of the year was a fantastic success with over 40 riders and their off the track horses attending lessons with coaches, Karen Spice and Kellie-Ann Crowe. From seasoned racehorses to newcomers like Clemenceau—who raced just four weeks ago and is already thriving in his new jumping career—it was exciting to support so […]
Wrapping Up the Clinic Season
Throughout 2025, OTTWA in partnership with Equestrian WA, hosted 12 clinics. These clinics are designed to educate and assist retired racehorses as they transition from a racing career into an off the track lifestyle. With three clinic types to choose from, we have catered to all experience levels: Encouragement – suited for green and freshly […]
Educating Retired Racehorses in Baldivis
In October, we ventured back to Baldivis to host another successful Classic Clinic. With 37 horses attending, we were thrilled to have so many different combinations join us for a day of learning. Colin Chantler took on the advanced and intermediate flatwork lessons, helping riders find connection and suppleness within their horses. With hands on […]
Albany’s Clinic Series with Colin Chantler
Throughout 2025, Albany Pony Club have been hosting an ongoing clinic series with coach, Colin Chantler. Proudly sponsored through our Regional Clinic Sponsorship, we’ve been thrilled to support this club as they provide educational opportunities to local riders and their horses. “This was our first year running regional coaching clinics, and in total we held […]
Wet Beginnings at Magenup’s Classic Clinic
While we might have been lucky with the weather for our Training Day in August, September brought forth rain, rain and even more rain. Despite this, several brave owners brought their retired racehorses to our OTTWA Classic Clinic on September 7th, preparing their horses for a new career. We were joined by many repeat clinic […]
Another Sunny Training Day
We were incredibly lucky in August to host another training day with beautiful weather. While the temperature was low, the sun was high, and horses and riders enjoyed a stunning day of riding at the State Equestrian Centre. With 49 retired racehorses initially entered, the day’s schedule was full. We were lucky to have coaches, […]
Training Opportunities in Brigadoon
Hosted on a rare sunny day in July, our OTTWA Training Day saw 27 retired race horses attending lessons. This clinic provided riders with cross country, jumping and flatwork tuition, along with the opportunity to train in dressage protocol tests and jump a training round. Out on the lush green cross-country field, coach Wendy Cumming […]
Success in Albany with Colin
Riders in Albany were treated with another clinic opportunity recently, coached by dressage coach, Colin Chantler. With a wealth of experience and knowledge, Colin ventured to Albany to provide flatwork lessons to local Albany riders, proudly sponsored by Off the Track WA. Due to high demand, the clinic was extended over two days to allow […]
Another Classic Success in Baldivis
Early July, Off the Track WA returned to Baldivis for another classic clinic designed to provide educational opportunities for retired racehorses. With thirty-four entrants, this clinic offered groundwork, flatwork and jumping lessons. Coached by Dianne Colley, Elizabeth Tollarzo and David Carey, this educational clinic allowed retired racehorse owners to access affordable and supportive learning opportunities […]
A Little Wet in Wandi | Educating Retired Racehorses
Our OTTWA Encouragement Clinic at Magenup Equestrian Centre in June was hit by the winter weather, leaving the arena a little wetter than anticipated. This provided a great learning opportunity for the horses in attendance, and we might have spotted some future eventers in the making! Luckily, the arena drained eventually to allow the riders […]
