License: Jockey

Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration Arkansas State Racing Commission external site

P.O. Box 3076

1515 West 7th, Suite 505

Little Rock, AR 72203

(501) 682-1467

Jockeys ride racehorses at the racetrack. They confer with the training personnel to plan the race strategy based on the abilities and peculiarities of all the horses in the competition. They mount the horse in the paddock area after weighing in, ride the horse to a specified stall in the starting gate, and ride from the starting gate to the finish line. After the race, they talk with training personnel to analyze the horse's performance. Requirements: 1) Must be at least 18 years of age, unless previously licensed. 2) Must not be an owner or part owner of any horse racing in Arkansas. 3) Application must be approved by the Stewards. 4) New jockeys must provide recommendations from the starter, outriders, trainers and other jockeys. No examinations required. License fee: $55.00, Renewal fee: $55.00 per year