How to Become a Bull Rider

Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of a Bull Rider

What does a Bull Rider do?

A Bull Rider rides racehorses to exercise and condition them for racing. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and at least 7 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Bull Rider is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

People's Opinions on Bull Rider responsibilities

There are many advantages to becoming a PBR bull rider.

12/23/2019: Gastonia, NC

The number of riders in each event will vary, depending on the event format.

12/11/2019: Portsmouth, OH

It’s nothing like the mechanical bull you drunkenly mount after five too many Lone Stars, nope.

11/02/2019: Fayetteville, AR

But then less than a year after that, his momentum came to a halt when a bull’s horn tore open his bicep.

11/23/2019: Chico, CA

The animals are even scored and ranked, with a bull named Air Time commanding the number one position in the world.

11/23/2019: Spartanburg, SC
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Step 2: Learn best tips to become a Bull Rider

Best tips for those who want to become a Bull Rider

Here are some tips to become a Bull Rider.

People's Opinions on best tips

You must be relaxed and composed before the mechanical bull riding starts.

11/20/2019: York, PA

Your eyes should be on the mechanical bull's head.

10/12/2019: Anchorage, AK

You should have a strong grip while riding the mechanical bull.

12/05/2019: Lebanon, PA

Remember! One rider for the mechanical bull at a time.

11/02/2019: Virginia Beach, VA

Mechanical bull riding made easy.

12/02/2019: Killeen, TX
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Step 3: View best colleges and universities for Bull Rider

Best colleges and universities for Bull Rider

  • Butler University
  • Carroll College
  • Cooper Union
  • High Point University
  • Princeton University
  • Providence College

Step 4: Think about whether is it worth to be a Bull Rider

Is being a Bull Rider Worth it?

People's Opinions on lifestyles

The condition comes from repeated head trauma, which Pozzobon likely experienced as a bull rider.

12/29/2019: Lincoln, NE

Fine’s commitment to fitness also includes a somewhat atypical physical activity—bull riding.

12/26/2019: Clarksville, TN

Sounds like a dream season to most rookie riders looking to get their first back number in Las Vegas, but Stetson’s season had its ups and downs like most rodeo professionals experience at some point in their careers.

11/28/2019: Port Arthur, TX

A BULL rider from NSW has suffered life-threatening injuries after being thrown and trampled on the chest while competing in a rodeo in the United States.

11/30/2019: Carson City, NV

When not working, people like to relax by riding anything that moves, including motorbikes, broncos and bulls.

11/16/2019: Danbury, CT
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Step 5: Prepare relevant skills for being a Bull Rider

What skills do you need to be a Bull Rider?

People's Opinions on Bull Rider skills

Bull riding schools exist all over the country and usually consist of one-to-three days of training for bull riders of all skill levels.

11/30/2019: Johnstown, PA

You may be familiar with the name Danell Tipton if you are a fan of the rodeo or follow bull riding.

12/26/2019: Vincennes, IN

Some of the world’s top bull riders are in town to show off their skills.

11/19/2019: Greenville, SC

-Performance based point system to add skills to cowboys and bulls throughout the season.

11/29/2019: Pittsfield, MA

Riders that compete on the caliber of bulls that the PBR events provide have worked their whole lives at honing their skills and their own individual style of riding.

11/04/2019: Dothan, AL
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Step 6: View average salary for Bull Rider

How much does a Bull Rider make?

The average salary range for a Bull Rider is from $33,148 to $49,277. The salary will change depending on your location, job level, experience, education, and skills.

Salary range for a Bull Rider
$33,148 to $49,277

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Step 7: Find relevant Bull Rider jobs, and apply.

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Here are some Bull Rider jobs in the United States.

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Step 8: Explore Career Path of Bull Rider