Between the ages of 12 and 14, I worked at Школа верхової їзди Марії Бродської in Lviv, where I gained foundational experience in horse care. My responsibilities included: Walking and exercising horses to ensure their well-being. Washing, and maintaining the horse's cleanliness. Feeding horses according to their dietary needs. Cleaning and organizing stables to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for the horses. This role helped me develop a solid foundation in horse care, responsibility, and teamwork.

During my time at Школа верхової їзди Марії Бродської, I received formal horse riding training, primarily focusing on flatwork with Hutsul horses for three years, and later with Thoroughbreds for two years, also gaining some experience in jumping. I participated in several multi-day wilderness rides using cowboy gear, which helped build endurance, enhance my riding skills, and boost my confidence in handling horses in challenging environments.