Registrations are now open on nominate and will close 31 March at 8pm (no late entries)
https://www.nominate.com.au/equestdn/Event.aspx?e=5B32C8E2C7A64ACDBEED5D6378DD1577&eventlist=43
DIVISIONS EXPLAINED
(divisions with age restrictions, the age is of the member on January 1st is the recognised age for that entire competition year)
PEEWEE PISTOLS
Riders aged 5-7 leadline
6 obstacles
YOUNG GUNS
Riders aged 7-11
8 obstacles
YOUTH
Riders aged 12-17
Youth may ride up to Non-Pro and Open with parental approval
13 obstacles
NOVICE
Riders over 18 & over
Division is designed for base level riders who have developed only the basic riding skills, such as loping, backing and side passing, etc. and have had little or no success competing in other equestrian events. This division is considered an entry level division that will allow the rider to develop confidence and additional horsemanship skills to allow the rider to move into the Intermediate Division. The purpose of this division is to provide a division that is fair to all base level riders. Riders are allowed to ride "up" into higher divisions of competition. Riders may ride in the Open Division.
10 obstacles
GREEN HORSE
Riders 12 and older
Horses of any age
The Green Horse cannot be ridden in any other divisions.
10 Obstacles
INTERMEDIATE
Riders 12 and older
An Intermediate rider has increased horsemanship skills such as increased speed and confidence in their basic skills and are prepared for the challenges of this higher level.
Riders are allowed to ride "up" into higher divisions of competition. Riders may ride in the Open Division.
13 obstacles
NON-PRO
Riders 12 & over
Rider is an individual that has experience as a rider but does not receive direct or indirect compensation for riding or training horses, ponies or mules astride. This definition applies to all riders age 18 and over, except a Youth rider with parental permission.
Riders are allowed to ride in the Open Division.
13 Obstacles
SMART RIDE
Riders 55 years & Over
The Ride Smart Division is designed for non-professional riders age 55 and over. Ride Smart riders may ride in the Open Division. Ride Smart riders may not ride in the Pro Division.
13 Obstacles
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