Whether you're just discovering horses or already dreaming of a career working with them, this collection brings together free videos to watch at your own pace. Explore the different equestrian sports, from dressage and show jumping to racing and eventing. Meet the people behind the scenes, grooms, vets, farriers and riders, and hear how they found their way into the industry. Pick up practical skills like grooming and tacking up, and discover horse breeds from across Europe, including the Icelandic horse, the Swedish Warmblood and Ireland's much-loved Irish Draught. Press play, explore, and find what interests you most.
Viewing Time: 4 minutes
Many people assume that you have to love horses to apply for a job in the equine industry. For many roles, a love of horses is a prerequisite, but there’s also room here for those who are sceptical about horses and those who aren’t particularly keen on them. In this film, we showcase some of the many jobs related to horses!
Viewing time: 14 minutes
Horseracing is the second largest spectator sport to football and is the largest sporting employer. In this educational video, find out more about the sport itself and the career opportunities that are available - from being a Racing Groom to working in a Marketing role at a racecourse.
Viewing time: 10–12 minutes
A friendly, beginner-focused walkthrough of how to groom a horse, framed around the grooms career pathway. The presenter shares her own journey from complete novice to working with horses, making it a useful watch for young people who are curious about grooming both as an everyday skill and as a possible career route into the equestrian industry.
Viewing Time: 4 minutes
In this educational video, find out more about the sport itself and the career opportunities that are available - from being a Racing Groom to working in a Marketing role at a racecourse.
Viewing time: 12–15 minutes
Part of World Horse Welfare's "Horses Explained" series, this episode sees host Jordan Headspeath joined by equine nutrition specialist and university lecturer Teresa Hollands to talk through how to build an appropriate diet for a horse. It covers the principles of feeding and why getting nutrition right matters for health and welfare, making it a solid, expert-backed introduction for anyone learning how to care for horses properly.
Viewing time: approx. 10–12 minutes
A clear, friendly walkthrough from the popular young equestrian creator "This Esme," showing how to tack up a horse step by step. It names the parts of the saddle and demonstrates how to put a bridle together and fit it correctly. The relaxed, peer-led style makes it especially approachable for younger viewers learning core yard skills for the first time.
Viewing time: 10–12 minutes
A clear, welcoming introduction to dressage from rider and coach Amelia Newcomb. She explains what the discipline actually is — its roots in the French word for "training" and the FEI's idea of developing a "happy athlete" — and breaks down the core principles of rider position, arena geometry and the training scale. A great first watch for young people trying to understand what dressage involves and why riders do it.
Viewing time: 12–15 minutes
A practical follow-on that covers the fundamentals of riding dressage: balance, rhythm and the partnership between horse and rider. Newcomb walks through the building blocks that underpin the sport at every level, making it useful for anyone curious about taking their first steps or simply understanding what they're watching at a competition.
Viewing time: 6 minutes
A short, polished overview of show jumping in which top international riders — including Edwina Tops-Alexander and Ludger Beerbaum — explain the sport: how a course works, what counts as a fault, and what it takes to ride a clear round. Its quick pace and elite-rider perspective make it an engaging way to introduce young people to one of the most popular equestrian disciplines.
Viewing Time: 3 minutes
Are you passionate about horses and dreaming of a career working with horses? From equine veterinary nursing to managing horse farms, there are many fulfilling paths to explore. In this video, we’ll highlight a range of exciting jobs with horses, such as stable hand, equine event assistant, trail riding guide, and more.
Viewing Time: 10 minutes
In episode four of Inner Spirit, presented by FEI Originals, we dive into Edouard Schmitz’s journey at the FEI Jumping World Cup™ in Basel! 🇨🇭 From mindset to game plan, how does he handle the pressure of competing on home soil while trying to secure his spot at the Finals?
Viewing Time: 35 minutes
In this episode of Horses Explained, Nicole is joined by neuroscientist and equine behaviourist and trainer, Dr Emma Lethbridge to explore how horse’s brains work, how similar and different they are to ours, how sleep and stress can influence their brain function and why we should factor this into our day-to-day management of our horses.
Viewing time: 12–15 minutes
Another episode in World Horse Welfare's "Horses Explained" series, in which host Jordan Headspeath is joined by equine vet and behaviourist Roxane Kirton to explore the Five Domains model of animal welfare. They explain what the five domains are and how the model can be applied to everyday horse management, giving young people a clear, expert-led framework for thinking about what good welfare actually means in practice.
Viewing time: 4 minutes
A short, visually engaging demonstration of the five gaits of the Icelandic horse, including slow-motion footage of the breed's two special extra gaits — the smooth, four-beat tölt and the fast flying pace — alongside the usual walk, trot and canter. A perfect quick watch to introduce learners to what makes this Nordic breed so distinctive.
Viewing time: 8 minutes
This film explores what makes the Icelandic horse so special, tracing its story from the first settlers who brought the breed to the island over a thousand years ago. With centuries of genetic isolation, the Icelandic developed into a uniquely hardy and characterful breed, and the video covers its history, traits and place in Icelandic culture — a nice complement to the gaits demonstration above.
Viewing time: 4 minutes
A clear demonstration of the gaits of the Icelandic horse, showcasing the breed's special tölt and flying pace alongside the standard walk, trot and canter. As a gaited breed from Iceland, the Icelandic is known for these extra, exceptionally smooth ways of moving, and this short clip is an easy, visual way for young viewers to see what sets the breed apart.
Viewing Time: 2 minutes
Take a moment to watch this beautiful video which captures the incredible rural reach of the equine industry and the back-bone of Irish racing.
Viewing Time: 3 minutes
Make your passion, your career and join an industry with endless possibilities.
Viewing time: 5 minutes
A concise breed profile of the Swedish Warmblood, covering its origins at Sweden's historic state studs, its temperament and characteristics, and the disciplines it excels in — dressage, show jumping and eventing. A useful, focused introduction for young people learning about one of Scandinavia's leading sport-horse breeds, and a nice tie-in with your Swedish partner organisations.
Viewing time: 15 minutes
Part of World Horse Welfare's "Horses Explained" series, this episode features host Nicole alongside equine anatomist Gillian Higgins exploring the horse's musculoskeletal system — how the bones, muscles and movement all work together. It's a clear, expert-led look at equine anatomy that helps learners understand how a horse's body functions and why that knowledge matters for good care and management.
Viewing time: 12 minutes
A thoughtful masterclass-style talk with horseman Tik Maynard on how our own behaviour shapes the way horses respond to us. His central idea is that horses read who we are in a given moment, not just our cues or commands. It's a more reflective watch, good for young people who want to understand the relationship and communication side of working with horses rather than just the technical skills.
Viewing time: 12 minutes
The series finale of RIDE celebrates the iconic Irish Draught horse, the national breed of Ireland, known for its power, gentle temperament and all-round versatility. A polished, well-produced film that showcases the breed's role in Irish equestrian culture and its importance as foundation stock for the Irish Sport Horse — a great fit for the Ireland strand of your portal.
Viewing Time: 18 minutes
Step into the excitement of the 2024 Oslo Horse Show, where equestrian excellence meets intense competition! This prestigious event marks the start of the Longines FEI World Cup qualifiers for Western Europe, featuring a stellar lineup of global champions like Steve Guerdat, Edward Schmitz, Gregory Wathelet, and the power couple Angelica and Marlon Zanotelli.
Viewing time: 60 minutes
A long-form interview in which Michael Doherty talks with Sweden's Clara Norling about how to build a career in the horse world from scratch. It's an in-depth, honest conversation about breaking into the sport-horse industry, making it especially relevant for young people thinking seriously about a career path. Note it's an hour long, so it suits the careers section as a deeper-dive watch rather than a quick intro. (It also exists as the "Big Talk For Breeders" podcast episode if some users would rather listen than watch.)