Class Descriptions for HJDA Shows
Please enter consistent levels
Example:Intermediate Over Fences with Intermediate on the Flat NOT Advanced Over Fences and Intermediate On the Flat
Keep in mind a Junior rider may enter an Intermediate class since Junior indicates the AGE of the rider & Intermediate is the SKILL of the rider. Adult, Short-Stirrup, and Junior are age based divisions. Advanced, Intermediate, and Beginner are skill based division.
Basically the idea is if you're able to ride in an advanced jumping class, then your skill in the flat classes should also be advanced. You could however, be an adult that just started riding and enter both adult and beginner classes.
In Hunter Classes, the Horse will be judged on manners, jumping style and way of moving.
Extreme speeds will be penalized. Three refusals in any over fences class constitutes disqualification.
In Equitation classes, the Rider will be judged on correct position, use of aids, etc.
Please note: We feel our shows offer a relaxed opportunity for both horses and riders. To keep things fun and fair, please enter only those divisions you are qualified to ride in.
Professionals and those over-qualified are welcome to ride in the Warm Up, Medal or Green classes. Or you may school your horse in any of the other classes, but please indicate that you are riding hors' concours so you will not be placed. Thank you for your cooperation.
Order of Go: All over fences classes will be run according to the order of go in the Show Program
(received on the day of the show). Be prepared to ride!
Tack: USEF rules apply to all classes.
Standing Martingales optional in Over Fences classes but prohibited in On the Flat classes.
Running Martingales, Boots, Wraps, and Bandages are Prohibited!
Riding Attire:
Coat, traditional button show shirt, tall or paddock boots, breeches.
Short Stirrup Riders only have the option of full show attire OR may wear white 'polo' shirt, tan breeches & paddock boots.
Warm up over fences: Judged class.
Warm Up O/F High: Course of 6-8 Fences Height 2' to 2' 3"
Warm Up O/F Low: Course of cross rails & low 18" verticals. For the beginner/short stirrup rider.
Medal Classes:
General rules: Judged as an Equitation Class. The course will be posted the morning of the show. All riders will ride the posted course in the order of go. Riders may walk the course between 7:30- 8 a.m. A minimum of 4 riders must be entered in the class at each show or the class will not be held & class fees will be refunded.
The top four riders of the first round will be called back to complete a second round, with the second course made up by the judge. The second course will be announced over the speaker two times. The Judge will determine the order of go for the second round. During the second round, all jumps will be jumped in the original direction unless specifically stated. The combined score of both rounds will determine the placing of the class.
Those riders winning 1 Blue or 2 Red ribbons during the season will qualify for the Year End Medal Ride-off held at the last show of the year. Blue Ribbon winners may not compete in the class until finals. Red Ribbon winners may compete until they win a Blue ribbon.
Medal High: Jumps up to 2’ 3"
Course of 6-8 jumps.
Medal High Riders may not cross-enter or drop down into Medal Low.
Medal Low: Jumps up to 18”. Tests 1, 3-6.
Open to all riders not jumping 2’3 at this show.
Course of 6-8 fences.
Upon winning 1 blue ribbon or 2 red ribbons, Medal Low riders may enter into the Medal High Class to continue practicing. If a rider who moves up into the Medal High class also wins the High class, they are not eliminated from riding in both the Medal Low and the Medal High final ride off
Advanced Equitation:
Over fences Course of 6-8 Fences Height up to 2' 6" and may include in & out, rollback or change in direction.
On the Flat Walk/Trot/Canter both directions and may include work without stirrups, hand gallop or pattern at Judge's discretion
Intermediate Equitation:
Over fences Course of 6-8 Fences Heights up to 2' 3" Consists of lower verticals, straight poles,etc.
On the Flat Walk/Trot/Canter in both directions
Beginner Equitation:
Over fences Course of 6-8 low verticals (up to 18") and cross-rails.
On the Flat Walk/Trot/Canter both directions with diagonals and leads to count.
Short Stirrup Equitation: For riders 10 & Under as of Jan 1st of the current show year
Over fences Course of 6-8 low verticals (up to 18") and cross-rails. Course may be trotted.
On the Flat Walk/Trot/Canter in both directions with diagonals and leads to count
Adult Hunter: For riders 18 & older as of Jan 1st of the current show year
Over Fences Course of 8 low verticals (up to 18") and cross-rails.
On the Flat Walk/Trot/Canter both directions
Junior Hunter: For riders 17 & Under as of Jan 1st of the current show year
Over Fences: Course of 6-8 fences ranging in height up to 2' 6"
On the Flat: Walk/Trot/Canter both directions
Green Hunter: For Horses that are in their 1st or 2nd year of showing at ANY SHOW
Over Fences Course of 6-8 low verticals (up to 18") and cross-rails.
On the Flat Walk/Trot/Canter both directions
Beginner Hunter: For Riders in their 1st or 2nd year of showing that have not jumped over 2' 3" at any show
Over Fences: Course of 6-8 low verticals (up to 18") and cross-rails
On the Flat: Walk/Trot/Canter both directions
Short Stirrup Hunter For riders 10 & Under as of Jan 1st of the current show year
Over Fences Course of 6-8 low verticals (up to 18") and cross-rails. Course may be trotted.
On the Flat Walk/Trot/Canter in both directions with diagonals and leads to count
Hunter Hack: Adult, Junior, Short Stirrup Divisions
Walk/Trot/Canter both directions as a group. 2 fences (cross rail and a vertical) taken individually.
New 2 Jumping: Geared to riders that are new to jumping and have not shown in a full
jump course. Consists of two-three cross-rails or low verticals (up to 18"). Riders entering this class may not
enter any other jumping class; Hunter Hack classes are permitted
Trot Poles: Open & Short Stirrup Divisions
A course of ground poles to be trotted.
Riders in this class may not enter any other Over Fences class
Walk Trot: Equitation and Hunter Divisions
For those horses/riders not able to canter in a group class.
May not enter any other division with the exception of Trot Poles or Intro Level Dressage Classes
DRESSAGE
Classes follow current USDF/USEF Rules and Standards for Tack
Midwest Dressage Association Awards: Scores earned at our shows may be used for MDA year end schooling award for current MDA members. Consult your MDA directory for more information. Remember to save your original test as you will need it in order to submit scores to the MDA. We do not keep copies of completed tests.
Tests: All dressage tests are current 2011 USEF/USDF test. For copies of current tests please visit their websites.
No Copies will be provided to Exhibitors
Ride Times: Every consideration is given when assigning ride times with regards to riders choice of Hunter classes. Depending on show size , conflicts may be unavoidable. In the event of a conflict between classes, the Dressage test must be ridden first as times are assigned to each ride. The conflicting class in the hunt arena will be held until the test is ridden.
Please do not request Ride Times as they are assigned according to the size of show & number of entries. Requests for ride times will not be honored.
Introductory Levels Test A B & C:
Two separate divisions-Jr rider and Open. Divisions may combined according to number of entries received
Training Level Test 1-3 Current USEF 2011 tests
Test of Choice: First Level & Above: Please specify the Level and Test you plan to ride on your entry form. Class may be entered up to 4 times with same horse/rider combination. Each ride must be ridden with a different test following USEF/USDF rules regarding showing consecutive levels.
General Show Information
Schooling is available in dressage & jump arenas the day before the show only. Arenas are closed for final dragging at dusk. No schooling permitted in the arenas the day of the show. Sand warm up arena is available. Lunging on grass area only north of the show arena
Stabling: Stalls are $35 with 1st bedding provided. Due to limited stabling, tack stalls may not be available, please contact show secretary if a tack stall is wanted and we will do our best to accomodate you. Extra bedding provided for $8 per bag. Please specify on entry form is stall is needed overnight or day of show & if you would like to be stalled with a barn or next to a particular exhibitor. We ask that you arrive no earlier than 1pm the day before the show.
Fees: All fees MUST accompany entry form or it will not be accepted! See entry form for class fees
Closing Date: All entries must be received by 7pm on closing date
Post Entry Fee: Entries not received (not postmarked by actually received) by closing date will be assessed Post Entry Fees. Pay close attention to the closing date listed! There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to this! Hate to be cranky about this but seriously, help me out here.... just get your entries in on time!
Refunds: Refunds on class fees only will be granted prior to closing date. Refunds on class fees only will be provided after closing date with a valid veterinary certificate & proper notification to Show Secretary. ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS ON STALL OR OFFICE FEES. Refunds will not be given due to weather related conditions unless the entire show has been canceled by the show management.
SEND Entries to:
Make checks payable to Justamere Equestrian Centre.
Entries may be dropped off in the Entry box at Justamere or mailed to the show secretary:
Kathy Biondo
14133 Bournemuth
Shelby Twp Mi 48315
DO NOT MAIL ENTRIES TO JUSTAMERE!!
Concessions: Excellent food available on grounds by Nonna's Catering, offering more than just your typical horse show fare!
All dogs (and children lol) must be leashed with a responsible adult
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Class Descriptions
