“ringing” (walking in a large group circle around the
judges) may be used.
f) An exhibitor may show more than one (1) horse in a
class on the triangle. In this case, a helper, correctly
attired, may assist in bringing the horses back for
ringing or final inspection.
87.4 Measurements: Outside triangle must be 20 metres each
side; inside triangle must be 10 metres each side.
87.5 Scoring System:
60% movement; 30% conformation; 10% temperament.
a) If a horse knocks over a cone or marker, they are to be
scored accordingly. This does not constitute immediate
disqualification but at the judge‟s discretion can be
penalised in the temperament or movement score.
b) If a horse or exhibitor falls, they are to be judged
accordingly. This does not constitute immediate
disqualification, but at the judge‟s discretion can be
penalised in the temperament or movement score.
c) If a horse is off-pattern, either by completing the large
triangle ADEA before the small triangle ABCA, by not
displaying the correct gait while completing the
corresponding triangle or by not submitting to inspection
prior to completing the pattern, the entry will be
disqualified.
d) If an exhibitors hand touches the bit or chain, they are
to be scored accordingly. This does not constitute
immediate disqualification but at the Judge‟s discretion
can be penalised in the temperament or movement
score
e) An appropriate penalty will be assessed at the judge‟s
discretion for break of gait during completion of the
pattern, but this will not constitute off-pattern or
immediate disqualification.
88. HUNT SEAT EQUITATION
Available only in amateur/select and youth divisions.
88.1 General.
Hunt Seat Equitation is an evaluation based on the ability of
a rider to perform various manoeuvres in harmony with
his/her horse. The communication between horse and rider
through subtle cues and aids should not be obvious.
Equitation is judged on the rider and his/her effect on the
horse.
88.2 Pattern.
It is mandatory that the judge post the pattern at least one
(1) hour prior to commencement of the class.
The pattern should be designed so the majority of exhibitors
can perform it in a reasonable length of time (under 60
seconds). All patterns must include a trot and canter.
Patterns used in classes for riders 13 and under will use
manoeuvres from Group #1 and/or Group #2. Horses‟ gaits
are to be ridden with the same cadence and speed as you
would find in the rail phase. All ties will be broken at the
discretion of the judge.
88.3 Class Procedure.
Exhibitors can be worked individually from the gate or they
can all enter at once but a working order must be drawn
regardless.
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