We checked in with our OTTWA Retrainers to see how their horses are developing in their off the track re-training. Here are some of the comments we received regarding two of our beautiful horses available for rehoming: “Yes Miss Jane has been super all week. Janey has become a little delight to ride. She has […]

Gosnells Riding and Pony Club hosted their annual Summer Show Offs on February 9th, showcasing horses from all breeds. Off the Track WA were proud to sponsor the Standardbred and Thoroughbred classes, with twelve retired racehorses entered to compete. As always, the Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds were presented impeccably by their handlers, with some super and […]

Meet the 2024 OTT Horse of the Year, as awarded by Equestrian WA and sponsored by Off the Track WA… Lost East Estees, competed as The Diamond Thief by Katherine Joyce. With a resume consistent of several wins, including the 2018 and 2021 Equestrian in the Park Grand Prix classes with rider Sir Mark Todd […]

Learn about the 2024 off the track nominations through Equestrian WA All West is a sixteen year old Thoroughbred gelding often competed in show jumping by rider/owner, Sophie Stott. In 2024, All West won the High-Point OTT Senior Show Jumping title at the Perth Royal Agricultural Show.   Distribute is a eleven year old Thoroughbred […]

Off the Track WA (OTTWA), in partnership with Equestrian Western Australia (EWA), are proud to provide riders and handlers of retired thoroughbreds and standardbreds with affordable education opportunities. OTTWA clinics are structured to accommodate varying education and skill levels of both riders and horses in a supportive and encouraging environment. Lessons are conducted by experienced […]

While Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds are wonderful competition and pleasure riding horses, they also make superb companions for equine-assisted learning programs. ℹ️ What is Equine-Assisted Learning? Building a relationship with horses to improve confidence and understanding of energy, movement and communication. Through groundwork, grooming, and general interaction with the horses, participants in equine-assisted learning programs develop […]

With the new year fast approaching, it is important to start the year strong. Be sure to have all your ducks in a row to ensure yourself a successful 2025 season with your retired racehorses. Ensure you have renewed your Equestrian WA membership, utilizing the 10% OTTWA discount on offer! All Equestrian WA information and […]

Earlier this month, SPPHAWA hosted their inaugural Dressage Championships for Standardbreds, including Thoroughbreds for the first time. With a wonderful variety of horses entered, below are the Champion and Reserve Champion results from the day.   Standardbred Prep Section 🏆 – Al Guerrero & Rachel Palmer 🥈 – Deck the Halls & Erena Barnes Standardbred […]

10% OFF EWA Membership Discounts Off the Track WA and Equestrian Western Australia | 2025 Benefits and Discounts Off the Track WA are happy to continue our partnership with Equestrian WA in 2025, bringing forth more incentives for owners of retired racehorses. In 2024, we took a long look at what was on offer and […]

November saw the last of the OTTWA Clinic series hosted south of the river. On November 10, Off the Track WA hosted an Encouragement Clinic at Magenup Equestrian Centre. With Rebecca Thomas and Don Hawkins coaching, we had a lovely day with some wonderful young and green retired racehorses. Of the horses in attendance, three […]