Training

Keeneland’s main track (dirt) is open seven days a week from 5:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Starting on Wednesday, September 30th the main track will go to having 2 breaks in the morning - #1 from 7 am-7:30 am and #2 from 8:30 am-9 am.

Keeneland’s training track (Polytrack) is open seven days a week from 5:30 am to 11:00 am with no renovation break.

Please review details on Keeneland's training policies through the information below.

NEW! Training Requirements

Only horses who are stabled at Keeneland are permitted to work or exercise on Keeneland’s training surfaces, and those who wish to conduct a work must complete a series of steps in advance.

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Training

Gate Schooling

The starter and assistant starters are available for gate schooling in the 4 ½ f chute on the main track. Beginning September 30th, gate schooling is available seven days a week from 6:30 am – 9:45 a.m., outside of the renovation breaks.

Keeneland finish line