Watch Rafael clear a jump and you’ll see precision, confidence and the kind of split-second decision-making that defines competitive show jumping.
As an MYP5 student, Rafael has learned to balance two demanding worlds. Intense training sessions at the stables. Competition days that require laser focus. Academic commitments that don’t pause for sporting events.
Equestrian sport teaches more than technical skill. Riders develop patience, as they build a partnership with a 500-kilogram animal. Discipline, as they refine technique through countless hours of practice. Resilience, as they learn from falls and setbacks.
Rafael’s journey exemplifies what becomes possible when passion meets the right support system. Support that includes flexible schedule accommodating training and competition. Personalised learning pathways enabling students to progress academically without compromising their sport. Teachers and coaches working together to ensure success in both areas.
Photo Credit: Delphine Valloton
