exceptions of authorized adaptations. Riders must wear a
properly fitted and fastened with harness, ASTM approved
protective helmet. No equipment is allowed that would in
any way affix the rider to the horse or saddle with the
exception of light rubber bands. Safety stirrups (Peacock,
S-shaped irons or Devonshire) are required if rider is
unable to wear boots with heels. Peacock irons are
recommended in all cases.
a) The following points have equal consideration in
judging the class;
Rider's balance
Rider's seat
Use of aids
Ability to follow directions
Ring etiquette and safety
Sportsmanlike conduct
Results as shown by the performance of the horse are
not to be considered more important than the manner
used in obtaining them.
b) Class Procedure - All exhibitors must work as a group
(or in groups) of ten (10) or less. Riders will compete on
the rail at a walk, trot and canter both ways of the ring,
line up and complete an individual workout. Riders will
remain in the ring throughout the individual workouts.
c) Individual Workout - Horses will be shown at three (3)
gaits - walk, trot and canter. Walk forward from line-up
to begin at marker one (A). Walk to marker two (B).
Stop. Turn 90 degrees left. Canter right lead to marker
three (C). Drop to posting trot right diagonal to marker
four (D). At (D), canter left lead to (C). At (C), drop to a
sitting trot. Trot past (B). Stop. Turn 270 degrees to the
left on the haunches. Extended trot to (D), left diagonal.
Stop. Back four steps. Walk and return along rail to
place in line-up.
d) Scoring - Exhibitors are to be scored from 0 to 20 with
1/2 point increments acceptable. Ten points will be
allocated toward overall appearance of exhibitor and
horse and ten points allocated towards performance of
the pattern.
97.5 Walk & Jog Western Horsemanship
a) Western equipment and attire must follow Rule 82
with exceptions of authorised adaptations.
b) Riders must wear a properly fitted and fastened with
harness, Australian Standard protective helmet. A
Western hat can be affixed over the helmet. No
equipment is allowed that would in any way affix the
rider to the horse or saddle with the exception of light
rubber bands.
Safety stirrups (covered or other approved safety
stirrups) are required if rider is unable to wear boots
with a heel.
c) The following points have equal consideration in
judging the class:
Rider‟s balance
Rider‟s seat
Use of aids
Ability to follow directions
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