CHARLIE WEAFER
I was born and bred in rural England and since a young age I have been surrounded by animals, horses especially. I started riding at the age of 5 and got the bug! I began competing in local events and made my way up to county level, learning invaluable skills I use everyday, and of course falling in love with these amazing athletes along the way.
I discovered Trackwork Riding at 17 and I worked in the racing industry as a rider, learning more advanced skills and knowledge. Each horse is unique and I continue to learn with every one I meet.
Following that career came in useful when I landed on Aotearoa shores in 2007, arriving on a working holiday visa I had no idea what I was going to do - I had no plan. I just knew I had come home. In the following days I ventured out and drove past a horse yard and decided to drive in.
12 years later I am a citizen of this beautiful country I now call home. Joining North Shore RDA has definitely been a change of pace and I love it! It has humbled me joining such an amazing team of human and equine stars alike. I look forward to what the future will bring.