Claire Edmunds

Coach level held

Level 3

Region

NHC Yorkshire

Brief overview of racing experience, length of time and history

Attended the NHC in 1986, went on to work at racing yard in Leicestershire.

Became an apprentice jockey and rode 17 winners for 600+ rides

Went on to be an assistant trainer and in 2010 started work at NHC as an instructor. 2020 became senior training instructor.

Key or favourite moment in racing

As a jockey riding my first winner Jack Boy at Musselburgh

As a stable lass in 1988 preparing my first yearling to 2yo to win 2 races – Hot Tootsie

Why do you love coaching

I love being able to inspire and offer help, support and advise to young people, any difference small or large I can make to their career pathway is rewarding

One piece of advise you would give somebody coming through the ranks

Listen to advise from senior members of staff and be prepared to work harder than anyone else if you want to achieve any goals/ dreams of being a jockey or senior member of staff.

One piece of information others don’t know about you

My youngest son is also into speed/horsepower but not the equine, he is mad on motorsport.