About Off the Track WA
Racing and Wagering Western Australia’s (RWWA) Off the Track WA (OTTWA) program plays an integral part in promoting thoroughbreds and standardbreds in their second careers as pleasure and performance horses.
OTTWA Passport
The OTTWA Passport provides access to all OTTWA initiatives and incentives to owners of retired racehorses.
With over 4,500 passports claimed as of November 2024, more and more retired racehorse owners are reaping the benefits offered to them.
To learn about the OTTWA Passport and associated benefits, follow the links provided.
OTTWA Clinics
Hosting educational clinics throughout the state, Off the Track WA supports the education of retired racehorses as they transition into off the track careers.
In partnership with Equestrian WA, Off the Track WA hosted 17 clinics in 2024. Over 600 retired racehorses were registered for these clinics, with expert education and support provided by accredited coaches.
To learn more about these clinics, follow the links provided.
OTTWA Regional Clinic Sponsorship
Providing sponsorship to clubs in regional areas to host educational clinics, with the intention to increase the educational support provided to retired racehorses in these regions.
To learn more about these regionally sponsored clinics, follow the links provided.
OTTWA Sponsored Events
Sponsoring events that provide classes and incentives for retired racehorses to compete.
With over 155 events sponsored in 2024, Off the Track WA has continued to highlight the versatility and trainability of retired racehorses through these sponsorships.
To learn more about the events that are sponsored through this initiative, follow the links provided.
OTTWA Community Sponsorship
Sponsoring clubs and associated groups that align with Off the Track WA, seeking to further support retired racehorses.
To learn about these associations and clubs, follow the links provided.
OTTWA Interstate Competitor Sponsorship
Sponsoring riders who seek to compete their retired racehorses in national and/or international levels of competition.
To learn about what is offered to these horses and their riders, follow the links provided.
OTTWA Community Funding
Providing funding to projects and not-for-profit programs which support the care and/or utilise retired racehorses within their herds.
To learn more about what is offered through community funding, follow the links provided.
OTTWA Retraining and Rehoming Program
Rehoming horses that have been accepted through an admission panel to new homes. Potential purchasers submit an expression of interest, and are then vetted to best suit the horses needs.
This retraining program is one of several pathways trainers may use to rehome their racehorse after racing.
To learn more about this program and the available horses, follow the links provided.
OTTWA Network Retrainers
A collection of retrainers recognised for their training methods and successes in rehoming retired racehorses. These trainers are financially supported by Racing WA & OTTWA and are available for retraining services.
To find an OTTWA Network Retrainer near you, follow the link provided.
OTTWA Buy & Sell
Providing a free-to-use advertising platform for the purpose of rehoming retired racehorses.
Anyone can publish their Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds for sale on the OTTWA website.
