Diane Riggaz

"Diane, 40 years old, I am a rider, instructor, and breeder in Vaucluse (84). Since childhood, my passion for horses has never left me. I started riding ponies at the age of 4 in a leisure-oriented club. Despite some breaks, I resumed riding during my agricultural high school years, with the dream of turning this passion into my profession.

In 2012, I took the step of buying my first broodmare to start my Hanoverian horse breeding. I also completed training to become a riding instructor, initially intending to manage an equestrian club. However, after finishing my training, I decided to create my own owners' stable in 2015, alongside my breeding activity. Despite the challenges faced, especially the difficulties of breeding, I persevered in my passion.

In 2022, I took a break by renting out my stable to focus more on my own horses and my career as a rider. I also entrusted my aging broodmares and plan to return to breeding later. Currently, I compete in the Elite and Pro 2 amateur circuits, hoping to present my young horses on the SHF circuit this year."