Horsemen Services

Horsemen's Relations Office

The Aqueduct Horsemen's Relations office is located across from the horsemen’s area of the Racing Office in the basement. Horsemen's Relations works an Aqueduct racing schedule of Wednesday through Sunday, opening at 9:00am.

 

Alysse Jacobs, Horsemen's Relations Supervisor

Alysse began working in NYRA's Horsemen's Relations department under Carmen Barrera in 2009. She assumed the head position of the department in 2019.  

Admission

Admission is free at Aqueduct Racetrack.

Dining

  • The Equestris dining room is closed for the winter months. Please check this space for updates on future openings.
  • Longshots Simulcast Center & Sports Bar, located on the 2nd floor, is open each live race day with food service on weekends. Horsemen may reserve a table in the Horsemen Dining section of Longshots through Horsemen’s Relations.
  • The Triple Crown Café, located on the 1st floor to the right of the casino walkway, features stadium classics like burgers, chicken tenders, and soft drinks. It is open daily from gates through final post.
  • Silks Bar, located on the south end of the 1st floor, offers beer, wine, and cocktails and is open daily from gates through final post.

Horsemen Credentials and Parking

NYRA ID badges, family badges, and horseperson parking are processed by the ID Office. Complimentary owner and trainer parking is available in the clubhouse lot in front of the grandstand. Please show your ID badge for parking. To obtain a NYRA ID badge, please contact Paulette Reyes at [email protected] or by phone at (718) 659-2236.

Horsemen's Lounge and Box Seating

NYRA ID badges, family badges, and horseperson parking are processed by the ID Office. Complimentary owner and trainer parking is available in the clubhouse lot in front of the grandstand. Please show your ID badge for parking. To obtain a NYRA ID badge, please contact Paulette Reyes at [email protected] or by phone at (718) 659-2236.

Horsemen Notification System

Managing owners can sign up to receive a text message or email alert when their horse is entered. The message will include entries as well as information to easily reach the Horsemen’s Relations department to facilitate making race day arrangements. Please contact Horsemen’s Relations for more information.

Paddock Passes

The paddock is accessible by presenting a current NYRA ID badge. Should you require assistance if you do not have your badge, please contact Horsemen’s Relations.

Hotels

NYRA has a working relationship with the Resorts World Hyatt, adjacent to Aqueduct. Please contact the Horsemen’s Relations office for assistance with booking your stay.

Other Racing Business Offices

  • Bookkeeper | The Aqueduct Horsemen’s Bookkeeper office is located in the Racing Office in the basement. The department can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at (917) 599-9155.
  • Jockey Club | The Jockey Club office handles the registration of silks, stable names, and authorized agents. Their Aqueduct office is located in the basement. Audrey Harding can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at (718) 296-5146.
  • Licensing | The New York State Gaming Commission handles all licensing required to participate in New York racing. Their Aqueduct office is located in the clubhouse lobby behind the escalator. They can be reached at (718) 641-6906. More info can be found on their website.
  • Ownership Registry | Ownership Registry handles bill of sale transactions and is located in the racing office. Kelly Gecewicz can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at (718) 659-2234.
  • Photographer | The track photographer’s office is located in the basement of Aqueduct. Adam Coglianese can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at (718) 659-2292. Photos are available for purchase online here.
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