Class Descriptions

Class Descriptions

Patterns

Crossrails

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Crossrails

Individual class course to be posted by the English booth.

 

Fitting and Showmanship (F&S)

To be shown in halter or bridle. Judged on finish, presentation and showmanship. Confirmation does not count.

Halter

Halter, Fitting and Showmanship

 

Halter

To be shown in halter. Judged on confirmation.

Horsemanship/Equitation

To be judged at a walk, jog/trot, lope/canter (as appropriate to individual class) both ways of the ring. To perform at the discretion of the judge. To be judged on seat, hands and overall performance.

Over Fences

Individual class courses to be posted by the English booth. If the horse is being judged: on performance, soundness and suitability to purpose. If the rider is being judged: on seat, hands and overall performance.

 Pattern

To perform a designated pattern at required gaits. IF the horse is being judged: on manners and performance. If the rider is being judged: on seat, hands and accuracy in completing the pattern.

 Pleasure

To be shown at a walk, jog/trot, lope/canter (as appropriate to individual class) both ways of the ring. To be judged on manners, performance and suitability to purpose.

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Western

Road Hack

To be shown at a walk, jog/trot, extended trot, lope/canter and hand gallop. To stand quietly and back readily. Emphasis shall be placed on suitability and purpose.

Trail

To complete a designed course. Three attempts at obstacle, then move on to next obstacle.