Riding Career
Former professional.jump jockey, Luke Dace, began riding under the guidance of Epsom stalwart, Ron Smythe. He progressed to ride several winners before working through the ranks to become a successful trainer with his own stables in West Sussex.

Training Career
Luke began training back in 1999 and it wasn't long before Keltic Heritage (one of his first horses) gave him a win at Cheltenham.

In 2003, Luke's success continued with better horses from larger yards. He landed the £25,000 Tote Sport Summer Hurdle with Italian Counsel (at 33-1) after buying him back from a seller.

Other success stories around this time were Captain Zinzan who completed a hat trick and was never out of the first 4 placings and Wee Danny who made it 4 on the trot.

Despite being a small yard, Luke's career has continued on an upward curve - producing winners under both codes.

Facilities
- 14 boxes.
- turnout paddocks
- schooling fences
- private all weather gallop
- horsewalker
- treadmill

Philosophy
Building a bond with his horses is key to Luke's strategy. "A horse needs to be fit and happy in order to try his hardest". Luke knows all his horses and their individual characters better than anyone and is very hands on -- you will usually see Luke riding out the horses himself.

Louise Dace
Luke's wife, Louise, was previously better known for running a successful rehabilitation yard and brings much expertise in the physio and veterinary field. Together they offer a very dedicated approach to training.