Harnessing the Power of Horse Racing to Change Lives

Take The Reins (TTR) is a Community Interest Company that supports, engages, and educates people through sport — using the horse racing industry as a platform for personal growth, skills development, and community impact.

What we do

Empowering Through Experience
We design bespoke programmes that educate, inspire, and equip people to be work-ready within the horse racing world.
Our Programmes Include:

Employability Pathways

Hands-on learning and work experience in racing.

Inclusion Projects

Targeting underrepresented groups to showcase real opportunity in racing.

Education & Showcase Visits

Racecourse tours, yard visits, and industry talks.

Holiday Programmes

Fun, active sessions introducing young people to sport and teamwork.

Workshops & Training

Building skills, confidence, and readiness for employment.

Real Stories. Real Change.

Healthy Her Asian Women’s Group

First-ever horse racing experience at Doncaster Races, breaking barriers and inspiring confidence through inclusion.

YorkMix Family Day

Families got hands-on in the parade ring and experienced the thrill of race day, no betting required!

Harrison College, Doncaster

12 students visited racecourses, met ITV Racing experts, and completed a 10-week employability course focused on the horse racing industry.