classes are scored objectively, based entirely on a numerical score determined only by whether the horse attempts the obstacle, clears it, and finishes the course in the allotted time
Hunters
are judged subjectively on the degree to which they meet an ideal standard of manners, style, and way of going
Equitation
refer to a rider's position while mounted, and encompass a rider's ability to ride correctly and with effective aids
Dressage
the highest expression of horse training, a French term, most commonly translated to mean "training"
Eventing
an equestrian event comprising dressage, cross-country, and show jumping
Cross Country
The object of the endurance test is to prove the speed, endurance and jumping ability of the true cross-country horse when he is well trained and brought to the peak of condition. At the same time, it demonstrates the rider's knowledge of pace and the use of this horse across country.
Saddle Seat
is designed to show off the high trotting action of certain horse breeds
Western Pleasure
a western style competition at horse shows that evaluates horses on manners and suitability of the horse for a relaxed but collected gait cadence and relatively slow speed of gait, along with calm and responsive disposition
Barrel Racing
a rodeo event in which a horse and rider attempt to complete a clover-leaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time
Pole Bending
timed event that features a horse and one mounted rider, running a weaving or serpentine path around six poles arranged in a line
Combined Driving
is an equestrian sport involving carriage driving, has three phases: dressage, cross-country marathon and obstacle cone driving, is most similar to the mounted equestrian sport of eventing
Polo
a team sport played on horseback in which the objective is to score goals against an opposing team
Vaulting
is most often described as gymnastics and dance on horseback
Reining
a western riding competition for horses where the riders guide the horses through a precise pattern of circles, spins, and stops
Mounted Games
a branch of equestrian sport in which very fast games are played by people of all ages on ponies up to a height of 15 hands
Polocrosse
is a combination of polo and lacrosse
Endurance
an equestrian sport based on controlled long-distance races
Trail Riding
is riding outdoors on natural trails and roads as opposed to riding in an enclosed area such as a riding arena
Horseball
is riding outdoors on natural trails and roads as opposed to riding in an enclosed area such as a riding arena, like a combination of polo, rugby, and basketball
Tent Pegging
the term refers to a specific mounted game with ground targets
Show Jumping
classes are scored objectively, based entirely on a numerical score determined only by whether the horse attempts the obstacle, clears it, and finishes the course in the allotted time
Hunters
are judged subjectively on the degree to which they meet an ideal standard of manners, style, and way of going
Equitation
refer to a rider's position while mounted, and encompass a rider's ability to ride correctly and with effective aids
Dressage
the highest expression of horse training, a French term, most commonly translated to mean "training"
Eventing
an equestrian event comprising dressage, cross-country, and show jumping
Cross Country
The object of the endurance test is to prove the speed, endurance and jumping ability of the true cross-country horse when he is well trained and brought to the peak of condition. At the same time, it demonstrates the rider's knowledge of pace and the use of this horse across country.
Saddle Seat
is designed to show off the high trotting action of certain horse breeds
Western Pleasure
a western style competition at horse shows that evaluates horses on manners and suitability of the horse for a relaxed but collected gait cadence and relatively slow speed of gait, along with calm and responsive disposition
Barrel Racing
a rodeo event in which a horse and rider attempt to complete a clover-leaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time
Pole Bending
timed event that features a horse and one mounted rider, running a weaving or serpentine path around six poles arranged in a line
Combined Driving
is an equestrian sport involving carriage driving, has three phases: dressage, cross-country marathon and obstacle cone driving, is most similar to the mounted equestrian sport of eventing
Polo
a team sport played on horseback in which the objective is to score goals against an opposing team
Vaulting
is most often described as gymnastics and dance on horseback
Reining
a western riding competition for horses where the riders guide the horses through a precise pattern of circles, spins, and stops
Mounted Games
a branch of equestrian sport in which very fast games are played by people of all ages on ponies up to a height of 15 hands
Polocrosse
is a combination of polo and lacrosse
Endurance
an equestrian sport based on controlled long-distance races
Trail Riding
is riding outdoors on natural trails and roads as opposed to riding in an enclosed area such as a riding arena
Horseball
is riding outdoors on natural trails and roads as opposed to riding in an enclosed area such as a riding arena, like a combination of polo, rugby, and basketball
Tent Pegging
the term refers to a specific mounted game with ground targets
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