Young Horse Rider

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Flat Rider – Young Horses | Lier, Belgium Are you an experienced rider with a passion for producing talented young horses? Our professional breeding farm and showjumping stable, located near Antwerp in Lier, Belgium, is looking for a motivated self-employed rider to join our team on a long-term basis. Your role: The foundation training of young horses is the core of this position. You will be responsible for the careful and systematic development of a quality selection of 4–7-year-old jumping horses, giving each horse the time it needs to build confidence, balance and correct basics. Only when a horse is physically and mentally ready will it progress to training shows and competitions, with the ultimate goal of preparing it for a successful future in sport and the international sales market. Your responsibilities include: • Producing and educating young horses (4–7 years) with a strong focus on correct basic training (breaking in is not part of your job) • Developing each horse at its own pace according to an individual training philosophy • Taking suitable horses to training shows and competitions once they are ready • Preparing horses for a successful future in sport and on the international sales market What we offer: • A professional stable with high-quality young horses • Full autonomy in the development of your horses • Weekly support and guidance from an experienced trainer • A long-term collaboration with room to grow • Accommodation can be provided if required; dogs not allowed • Self-employed cooperation (invoice-based) We are looking for someone who: • Has proven experience in producing young sport horses • Enjoys educating young horses and understands the importance of patience and correct basics • Works independently and takes responsibility • Has a horse-first mentality and strong attention to detail • Speaks English and/or Dutch, and is legally allowed to work in the EU If you are passionate about building young horses from the ground up, value quality over speed, and are looking for a professional environment where trust, horsemanship and long-term cooperation are key, we would love to hear from you.

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