Diane Riggaz

"Diane, 40 years old, I am a rider, teacher and breeder in Vaucluse (84). Since my childhood, my passion for horses has never left me. I started riding ponies at the age of 4 in a leisure-oriented club. Despite a few interruptions, I took up horse riding again during my years at agricultural high school, with the dream of making this passion my profession.

In 2012, I took the plunge and bought my first broodmare to start my Hanoverian horse breeding business. I also trained to become a riding instructor, initially with the intention of running an equestrian club. However, after completing my training, I decided to set up my own owner-run stable in 2015, alongside my breeding business. Despite the challenges I faced, including 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 riding career. I also entrusted my aging broodmares and plan to return to breeding later. Currently, I am competing on the Elite and Pro 2 amateur circuits, hoping to present my young horses on the SHF circuit this year.