HOW TO JOIN THE Shetland Pony Grand National

How to become a jockey with The Shetland Pony Grand National

Criteria Required

Jockeys must be aged between 8 and 14 on 1stJanuary in current year

Jockeys must be below 5 ft in height on the day of the Trials Day. We measure throughout the season and once they reach 5 foot in height, they will no longer be able to continue racing.

Jockeys & Shetland‘s must be able to canter & jump safely in a group , and able to show suitable control whilst racing and during the lap honour.

Own/Ride a Shetland Pony registered with The Shetland Pony Stud Book. The Shetland must be between 38 and 42 inches in height, 5 years old or over but under 22 years of age.

Jockey & Shetland combination must participate in and pass the trials day held in April each year to enter races.

Please keep an eye out on our social media pages for the trials day updates. 2025 Trials Day is to be held on Saturday 12th April at Keysoe International. Please go to The Trials Day area of our website to pre-register.

We also advise you to read and understand our rule book prior to attending the trials day (available on our website via the following link https://shetlandponygrandnational.co.uk/rule-book )