Sara Ryan’s rise through Australian racing has been as fast as it has been unconventional. Originally studying biochemical engineering, she made the bold decision to leave university behind and dedicate herself to horses full-time. With no background in racing, Sara worked her way from the ground up to become head trainer at Domeland, where she delivered over 50 race wins and nearly $6.5 million in prizemoney.

Her results quickly spoke for themselves. In 2023, she guided Attractable—whom she broke in and educated—to victory in the $3 million Big Dance at Randwick. Soon after, she achieved another milestone by rehabilitating the injury-prone Matcha Latte to win the $1 million Provincial Midway Final. These triumphs cemented her reputation as a trainer with a rare ability to turn challenges into success stories.

Now stepping out independently as a public trainer, Sara is based at Wyong with 28 on-course boxes and her own 30-acre property featuring an arena, treadmill, and spelling paddocks. This dual setup allows her to combine elite racecourse facilities with a home environment that prioritises mental freshness and physical recovery.

Sara’s training philosophy is rooted in her background in show jumping and eventing. She places strong emphasis on balance, flatwork, and horsemanship, tailoring each program to suit the individual. Known for her hands-on approach, she rides her own horses and remains closely involved in every stage of their preparation.

With feature-race victories already on the board, Sara’s goal as a public trainer is clear: to continue developing sound, confident, and high-performing horses while pursuing further black-type success.