OTTWA Network Retrainers
OTTWA Network Retrainers are a group of retrainers who have been successful through the application process and are recognized as professional retrainers of retired racehorses. These retrainers are independent businesses working to retrain retired racehorses in preparation for their off the track careers.
If you require assistance getting in contact with a network retrainer, contact OTTWA Administrator – Jackie Wilson – jackie.wilson@rwwa.com.au
Ferne Faulkner - Hillside Equestrian
Kendenup WA 6323
Phone: +61 427 230 280
Social MediaLinda Brenzi - Lyndam Park Equestrian
Cardup WA 6122
Growing up around the trotting tracks alongside her father, Linda Brenzi has been riding horses since she was merely three years old. Outgrowing ponies quickly, Linda graduated onto riding her first thoroughbred at eleven years old and has remained doing so ever since. Heavily involved in show horse, Linda has competed up to State and National level, winning several Horse of the Year titles and Perth Royal Show Championships. Throughout this time, Linda has sourced and ridden many off the track horses, turning them into competitive performance horses. Linda has worked as a clerk of the course for Perth Racing and Racing and Wagering WA for several years now, utilizing off the track horses as her chosen mount. Linda has a team of three retired racehorses in which she rotates through for this position and has found that they are all intelligent and hard-working horses both on and off the track. Having direct access to horses throughout their careers, Linda is often asked to source potential competition mounts from the racehorses following their retirement. Alongside colleague, Jade Tangaroa, Linda has assisted in the rehoming of many retired racehorses through their Rehome a Racehorse service.
Phone: 0414749370
Website: https://www.rehomearacehorse.com.au/
Social MediaMelanie and Ivy Parsons
Tenterden WA 6322
Melanie, Justin and Ivy have a combined 100 years of experience working with thoroughbreds. Justin Parsons is a third generation racehorse trainer, while Melanie and Ivy are both renowned members of the equestrian community. Melanie Parsons has competed and produced many retired racehorses to national level success in Show Horse and Show Jumping. Ivy Parsons has followed in her parents footsteps and serves as the active rider of the team, competing in show jumping and eventing recently, with a childhood full of show horse accolades.
Phone: 0457138779
Social MediaMichael Dagastino - Oakford Equestrian
Oakford WA 6121
Owned and operated by renowned horseman, Michael Dagostino, Oakford Equestrian has a level of experience second to none in the selection, training, competing and selling of retired racehorses. Michael Dagastino and his family are long-time participants within the racing industry, along with being a dedicated competitor in several disciplines, such as eventing, polo, show jumping and show horse. Michael himself has competed up to the highest levels in Eventing across Australia and continues to compete regularly upon his team of retired racehorses, such as The Mentalist. The Oakford Equestrian facility comprises of 200 acres and has an extensive range of facilities which allow the off the track horses to have a unique opportunity to experience a range of different environments. Michael and his team at Oakford Equestrian specialize in ensuring off the track horses are exposed to a variety of scenarios, and in doing so, set horses up well for their lives after racing.
Phone: +61 418 906 277
Website: http://www.oakfordequestrian.com/
Social MediaSammy Bain - Just Sport Horses
Gabbadah WA 6041
Sammy Bain of Just Sport Horses has over 15 years of riding experience, including competing up to four star in eventing, and jumping over 1.35m. Sammy has competed nationally throughout Australia, and internationally with mounted games. Sammy has been responsible for rehoming numerous off the track thoroughbreds, training some along the levels of eventing. Horses trained by Sammy are trained with a focus on fitness and slowly developing muscles.
Phone: 0419393528
Website: https://www.facebook.com/sbequestrian
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