LIHSSRD CLASSES OFFERED

Riders will be judged on their performance during each class. Judging criteria consists of rider balance, seat, use of aids, horsemanship, control of horse, ring etiquette, safety, sportsmanlike conduct, suitability of the horse/rider match, and the position of the rider. Judges may ask for posting trot, sitting trot, and two point position, and all USEF beginner tests.

Riders unable to perform any task asked of them due to physical limitations may describe the action to the judge. Riders must have a documented disability, and submit an information sheet with proof of eligibility with their first entry of the season.

Riders who have competed in recognized divisions are ineligible. The top 10 riders in each division will be invited to compete in the finals at the Hampton Classic Horse Show. Class fee is $35 per class. All LIHSSRD entries with payment must be received by the HorseAbility office one week prior to the show. Send entries to: LIHSSRD, 238 Round Swamp Rd., Melville NY 11747. Incomplete entries will not be processed. A late fee of $15 per class will apply to late entries.

Classes Offered:

EQUITATION, with Aides

Open to adult and junior riders who require the assistance of a leader or leader and sidewalker. Riders must have a leader holding onto the horse, or a leader & sidewalker(s) in this division. Figure 8 is to be performed at the walk.

1) Walk

2) Walk/Trot

3) Walk/Trot & Figure 8

EQUITATION, Spotter/Independent

Open to adult and junior riders who ride independently or who request the use of a spotter. Spotters are to remain at a minimum distance of 5-10 feet from the rider, and may stand at horses head while lined up. Diagonals and leads may be counted at the discretion of the judge. Riders will trot individually. Figure 8 may be performed at the walk or the trot.

4) Walk

5) Walk/Trot

6) Walk/Trot & Figure 8

EQUITATION, Independent

Open to adult and junior riders who ride independently. Riders may have an assistant in the center of ring if they need directions repeated or signed. Diagonals and leads may be counted at the discretion of the judge. Riders are to group trot. Figure 8 must be performed at the trot. Riders may enter 3 classes and may not enter both classes 9 and 10. Class 9 and 10 will be combined if there are less than 3 entries in either class. If classes are combined, riders entered in class 10 will not group canter.

7) Walk/Trot

8) Walk/Trot & Figure 8

9) Walk/Trot/Canter - Group (Size of group is at the discretion of the judge and show management).

10) Walk/Trot/Canter - Individual

EQUITATION, Challenge Class - Walk, Trot, Canter, Jump a cross-rail

Open to adult and junior riders with a documented disability. This class will not be offered at the LIHSSRD finals; however year end points will be awarded.

11) Walk, Trot, Canter, Jump a cross-rail

Competition Rules || Classes offered