Dane Rawlins

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Dane Rawlins
Personal information
Born (1956-04-01) April 1, 1956 (age 69)
Sport
CountryFlag of Ireland.svg  Ireland
SportEquestrian
EventDressage

Dane Rawlins is a British born dressage rider competing for Ireland. [1] He competed at the 2013 European Championships in Herning and was the founder and dressage show organizer at the All England Jumping Course at Hickstead for 27 years. [2]

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Early life and education

Rawlins was born and raised in Brixton and Dulwich, South London. He attended Tulse Hill Comprehensive School and later continued his education at Chelsfield and Bromley. Rawlins then pursued further studies at Orpington College and Hull University. [3]

Introduction to equestrianism

While his early years involved boxing, Rawlins developed a passion for equestrianism and learned to ride at Dulwich Riding School. This marked the beginning of his journey into dressage. [3]

Training and development

Competitive career

Contributions to the equestrian community

Leadership roles and recognition

Event organization

Change of nationality and continued success

In October 2010, Rawlins changed his nationality to Ireland, continuing to compete and contribute to the sport on an international scale. [6]

References

  1. "Dane RAWLINS".
  2. "Dressage At Hickstead is highly regarded - Jeannie's Equestrian World". Archived from the original on 24 August 2017. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
  3. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 "Dane RAWLINS". bios.fei.org. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
  4. "Coaches Recognised by BEF - The Official Website of British Showjumping". www.britishshowjumping.co.uk. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
  5. "Dane Rawlins Announces the End of Dressage at Hickstead". Eurodressage. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
  6. Mathieson, Amy (11 April 2011). "Dane Rawlins changes nationality to ride for Ireland". Horse & Hound. Retrieved 28 March 2025.