Hunter/Jumpers in the Hill Country
2023 Schooling Show Series
- February 24th-26th, 2023
- April 28th-30th, 2023
- October 20th-22nd, 2023
Online entries for our February Hunter Jumper Schooling Show are open!!
You can submit your entry at
https://forms.gle/vPAq7utAGj3Jth3u8
You can submit your entry at
https://forms.gle/vPAq7utAGj3Jth3u8
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| 2022_dsrp_waiver.pdf |
| team_show_jumping_rules.pdf |
Show Managers: Kim Arnette (512) 567-4784 & Sally Francis (512) 914-4668
Email: dsrpridingseries@gmail.com
Facility Contact: Lily Sellers (512) 894-2390 - lsellers@cityofdrippingsprings.com
Show Secretary: Melissa Jefferson (512) 801-6409
****Show office will be open from 1-7pm on the Friday, 7am - close of show Saturday, and 7am - close of show Sunday****
******Check in for Stalls will start at 1pm on Friday. Special arrangements for trainers with large groups of horses can be accommodated if management is notified far enough in advance. Management reserves the right to assign stalls if entry numbers warrant.
Attention!! Due to size and popularity of our past shows, we will not be allowing same-day class adds! What this means is that you cannot add classes on the actual show day, only scratch classes! So enter everything that you think you are going to compete in, because you can always scratch!! Adds will be allowed up to Friday evening!
Show Information & Rules
Closing Date: The closing date for the show is Wednesday, the week before the week of the show. Stalls will be given to those who enter prior to the closing date and counted as entries come in. Please get your entries in early, as our stalls are somewhat limited! Please include on your entry form if/and how many tack stalls are needed! There are a select few double stalls available, please indicate if a double stall will be needed on the entry form.
Entries: Riders may ONLY enter online using the Google doc Link found on the DSRPRidingSeries.com website. Copy of Coggins and signed liability release can be attached, or bought to show for check -in. A check or credit card number will be required to be left with the show office upon arrival before horse is allowed in the show facility. Please put scheduling and stalling requests in the requests section of the entry form. Show management will do our best to accommodate all requests. Please submit one entry per horse/rider combination. A minor rider’s PARENT or LEGAL GUARDIAN, NOT TRAINER, must sign the Liability Release if rider is under the age of 18. There is a $50 fee for checks returned NSF.
Late Entries – Late Fee $20. Depending on the size of the show, entries may be cut off at entry close date, which will be the Wednesday the week before the the week of the show. In the case of a large show, late entries will be allowed at the Show Management’s Discretion! A late fee will be added to each horse/rider combination entry.
Stalls: Stalls are available within the covered event center. See online form for stall fees. Please mark if/and how many tack stalls are needed! There are a select few double stalls available, please indicate if a double stall will be needed. Shavings must be purchased through DSRP. No Outside Shavings Allowed!!! Shavings will be sold for $9/bag, with a minimum purchase of 2 bags! For stalling requests please note on request section of entry form. Not all requests may be fulfilled Horses must always have water within their stalls. All buckets must be hung from stall wall unless approved by DSRP Management. * Owners are responsible for the cost of repairs for any damage to stalls. DSRP Staff has the right to relocate or ask for the removal of horse(s) from stall if they continuously paw, kick, or cause disturbance to those around them.
Arena Size/Type: The show will be held in an indoor, lighted arena with sandy loam footing. A covered warm-up arena is also available.
Grounds Fee: Please note that there will be a $15 grounds fee charged per day for all horses without a stall reservation attending this event to defray event costs. ALL horses on the property must check-in with the show office and show proof of negative Coggins.
Proof of Negative Coggins Required: This is required of all horses on the property regardless of their entry status.
Attire & Tack: All riders must wear appropriate safety gear to include, at a minimum, shoes with a heel and a properly fitting and secured (with a chin strap) helmet - ASTM/SEI standards. No rider is allowed on the Show Grounds without a proper helmet or attire. Jumper Riders must wear a polo shirt or show shirt with collar and breeches. Coats are OPTIONAL for Hunter Riders!! A polo shirt or Show Shirt with a collar is allowed for the hunter/equitation classes. Tall boots or paddock boots with garter straps are preferred, however Half chaps with matching paddock boots are allowed. Numbers must be displayed on rider or pinned on the saddle pad at all times. Appropriate tack should be used in accordance with traditional standards. Properly fitted standing martingales are allowed for the Hunters. Properly fitted running martingales and standing martingales are allowed for Jumpers. Martingales will not be allowed in the flat classes. Please direct any additional questions concerning tack to management prior to the Show.
Inclement Weather / Cancellation of Activities / Refunds: Due to limited scheduling options at the park, there is no rain date set for this event. However, if cancellation of the show occurs prior to the start date/time due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, refunds will be given of class fees. Once begun, however, the show will go on unless the weather becomes life-threatening; no refunds will be made after the show starts. Refunds for stalls will not be given once a horse has been present in that space. If in doubt, call Kim at (512) 567-4784 or Sally (512) 914-4668 before you haul!
Cancellations/Scratches: Cancellations/scratches will be allowed up until the show number has been picked up. If you must scratch your entry once number has been assigned at the show, the office/medic fee and stall fees must still be paid!! Class fees will be waived. In good faith, management has held this time(s) and space(s) for you, possibly to the exclusion of others. Thus, due to the costs incurred to put on a horse show and in fairness to other competitors, there can be no exceptions to this policy.
Hook-ups: RV hook-ups are available at $45/Night.
Check-in: Check-in at the Show Office is REQUIRED of ALL horses upon arrival on the property to secure a show number for your horse(s) and to verify all information pertinent to you and you and your horse’s entry. You must check-in before your first ride.
Arena Availability & Schooling:
****For Friday schooling, we will be limiting amount of riders allowed in the main show arena for schooling if the show has a large turnout! Please school in a timely manner to allow everyone an opportunity to school in the big arena!
Friday Schooling - Big Show Arena: Approx. 1:30pm - 6:30pm (open to all) 6:30pm - 7:30pm (Only Cross-rails and Pole Class Riders)
******Big Arena Closes at 7:30pm for water and drag
Saturday Schooling - Big Show Arena: 6:30-7:30am (Only Cross-rails and Pole Class Riders) ****After Course Set for Hunters - 9pm (Schooling for all Hunter Riders)
Sunday Schooling - Big Show Arena: 6:00 - 6:30am (Schooling for all Hunter Riders) *****6:30 - 7:00am Closed for course Change and Drag
7:00 - 7:30am(Schooling for Pole and Cross-rail Hunters)
*****Small Warm up Arena - Open for warm up at all times, except when drags occurring.
Schooling is allowed only for horses entered in the show, or for those who have paid a schooling fee as well as the office/medic fee and stall or grounds fee. Lunging is not permitted in the Big Show Arena but is allowed in the warm-up arena until 15 min prior to start of show.
Medic: Medic will be onsite during the hours of schooling on Friday and beginning at the start of the horse show until the finish of the horse show, both Saturday and Sunday. Outside these hours, the medic will not be onsite.
Lodging: Please contact the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce & Visitor’s Center for a complete list of motels and lodging options – (512) 858-4740.
Dogs: Friendly dogs are welcome but must be attached to a responsible human by a leash or be in a kennel. Dogs near arenas must not be disruptive. If so, the dog and attached human will be asked to leave the area. No dogs may be left unattended or tied and left unattended.
Stallions: No Stallions Allowed on the Show Grounds.
Smoking: No smoking, please, in any of the event or barn areas!
Show Mission Statement/Show Organizer/Manager's Rights: The purpose of this show is to give riders of all ages and backgrounds the opportunity to practice hunter/jumper classes in a fun and safe environment. Management has the right to prohibit, stop, or regulate any action during the course of the activity or while occurring on the site of the activity that the Management deems improper, unsafe, inhumane, or contrary to the best interests of horse sports. Judges’ and management’s decisions are final. Management reserves the right to ask anyone who is acting contrary to the mission of this show to leave the show grounds. Any act of discourtesy or disobedience to the judges or any show officials on the part of owner, manager, trainer, coach, rider, or groom shall disqualify the horse, and the owner shall forfeit his entry and other fees. Please remember we are a show put on mostly with volunteer help. Please be kind to our show staff! Management also reserves the right to limit the classes a horse is entered in, if it is deemed that a horse is being ridden too excessively. Showing in more than 6 over fences classes per day is deemed excessive.
Class Specifications
Jumper Divisions
Ground Pole Jumper Division - May only be cross-entered with the Cross Rail Division.
Fences: Poles on the Ground - Entry Fee $25/class
This division was created to give BEGINNER riders new to the jumper division (both young and older!) an opportunity to practice simple jumper courses, over poles on the ground. Classes will be judged according to Optimum Time. This means that the course must be ridden at the appropriate speed for that level (275m/sec). We are looking for a good trot or steady canter rhythm on a long track, avoiding tight turns or going too fast. The rider with the fewest refusals who knows their courses, and who gets closest to the Optimum Time WINS!
1. Ground Pole Jumpers - Optimum Time, Time 1st Jump-off (1st round- Rider must complete the posted 1st round course correctly, and without refusals. If they do this, they are allowed to stay in the arena, and ride the jump-off course.)
2. Ground Pole Jumpers - Optimum Time, Time 1st Round (All one round. Remember the speed is a good trot or steady canter to be judged according to optimum time.)
Cross Rail Jumper Division - May only be cross-entered with the ground pole jumper division OR the 2’Jumper division, but not BOTH.
Fences Cross Rail. Entry Fee $25/per class
3. Cross Rail Jumpers - Time 1st Jump-off (Optimum Time)
4. Cross Rail Jumpers - Time 1st Round (Optimum Time)
2’ Jumper Division Fences 2’. Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
5. 2’Jumpers (Time 1st Jump-off).
6. 2’Jumpers (Time 1st Round).
2’3” Jumper Division Fences: 2’3”. Planks, Flowers, Walls and Gates will possibly be added at the 2’3 Division and stay through the remaining classes. Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
7. 2’3” Jumpers (Time first jump-off)
8. 2’3” Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
2’6” Jumper Division Fences: 2’6”. Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
9. 2’6” Jumpers (Time first jump-off)
10. 2’6” Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
2’6” Team Jumper Challenge Fences: 2’6”. Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class/per person in Team.
The teams shall consist of 2 riders. Teams must enter prior to 5pm the Friday of the show. The number of the teams will be limited to 20. If more than 20 teams register for a series year, the teams will be given priority based upon the registration date and time with the earlier registrations given highest priority over later registrations. The height of the jumps will be 2’6” and the format will be “Time 1st Round.” Both team riders will enter the ring at the same time. The team members may compete in any order. The first rider shall complete the course. The second rider shall remain in the ring while the first rider completes the course. The second rider may occupy any area within the ring, or move about the ring so long as the second rider does not impede the first rider as they complete the course. The second rider may not assist the first rider in any manner. Upon completion, the first rider may, at their option, exit the ring or remain in the ring during the second rider’s course. If the first rider elects to remain in the ring during the second rider’s course, the first rider may occupy any area within the ring or move about the ring so long as the first rider does not impede the second rider as they complete the course. The first rider may not assist the first rider in any manner. The team score will be based upon the cumulative combined faults of both riders and cumulative time of both riders. The lowest faults will be declared the winner or the higher placing team. In the event that two or more teams have the same number of faults, the lowest cumulative time will determine the winner, or the higher placing team. All decisions of the Judges on time and faults will be final.
42. 2’6” Team Jumper Challenge (Timed 1st Round format)
2’9” Jumper Division Fences: 2’9” Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
11. 2’9” Jumpers (Time first jump-off)
12. 2’9” Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
3’ Jumper Division Fences: 3’ Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
13. 3’ Jumpers (Time first jump-off) - Table II, 2(b)
14. 3’ Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
3’3” Jumper Division Fences: 3’3” Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
15. 3’3” Jumpers (Time first jump-off) - Table II, 2(b)
16. 3’3” Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
Hunter Divisions
Ground Pole Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of single poles on the ground with no fill. Course will be shortened with at least one change of direction. Division may only be cross entered with the Cross Rail Hunter/Equitation Division only. Entry Fee: $25/per class.
17. Ground Pole Hunter
18. Ground Pole Equitation
19. Ground Pole Hunter US
20. Ground Pole Equitation on Flat
Cross Rail Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of cross rail hunter jumps with minimal fill, if any (flowers or brush). Course will be shortened with at least one change of direction. Division may only be cross-entered with the ground pole hunter/equitation division OR the 18”/2ft hunter/equitation division, but not BOTH! Entry Fee: $25/per class.
21. Cross Rail Hunter US
22. Cross Rail Equitation on Flat
23. Cross Rail Hunter
24. Cross Rail Equitation
18”/2’ Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of a blend of 18”/2’ Hunter Jumps with minimal fill, if any (flowers or brush). Entry Fee: $25/per class.
25. 18”/2’ Hunter
26. 18”/2’ Equitation
27. 18”/2’ Hunter US
28. 18”/2’ Equitation on Flat
2’3” Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of 2’3” Hunter Jumps with fill (such as walls, gates, planks, flowers, and brush). Entry Fee: $25/per class.
29. 2’3” Hunter US
30. 2’3” Equitation on Flat
31. 2’3” Hunter
32. 2’3” Equitation
2’3” Hunter Derby (2’6” Option Fence) Fences: Course will consist of 2’3” Hunter Jumps with fill (such as walls, gates, planks, flowers and brush). Option Fence will be set at 2’6”. Entry Fee: $35
Judging: Horse-pony/rider combinations will receive one bonus point for jumping the high option without major fault in both rounds. Handiness points awarded in Round 2 will be computed into overall score. Numeric round scores and bonus points will be announced separately and will be combined for the total round 2 score. Round 1 and 2 scores will be combined to determine final placings. In the case of ties in the overall placings, the handy round scores will be used to break any ties.
Round 1 Hunter Classic Course:
To be shown over a hunter classic course with some obstacles that simulate those reminiscent of the hunt field. To be judged on performance, hunter pace and style, quality and substance, movement, and brilliance.
Round 2 Handy Hunter Course:
Course will include a minimum of two "handy options". To be judged on style, brilliance, and handiness.
33. 2’3” Hunter Derby (2’6” Option Fence)
2’6” Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of 2’6” Hunter Jumps with fill (such as walls, gates, planks, flowers and brush). Entry Fee: $25/per class.
34. 2’6” Hunter
35. 2’6” Equitation
36. 2’6” Hunter US
37. 2’6” Equitation on Flat
2’9” Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of 2’9” - 3ft Hunter Jumps with fill (such as walls, gates, planks, flowers and brush). Entry Fee: $25/per class.
38. 2’9” Hunter US
39. 2’9” Equitation on Flat
40. 2’9” Hunter
41. 2’9” Equitation
Email: dsrpridingseries@gmail.com
Facility Contact: Lily Sellers (512) 894-2390 - lsellers@cityofdrippingsprings.com
Show Secretary: Melissa Jefferson (512) 801-6409
****Show office will be open from 1-7pm on the Friday, 7am - close of show Saturday, and 7am - close of show Sunday****
******Check in for Stalls will start at 1pm on Friday. Special arrangements for trainers with large groups of horses can be accommodated if management is notified far enough in advance. Management reserves the right to assign stalls if entry numbers warrant.
Attention!! Due to size and popularity of our past shows, we will not be allowing same-day class adds! What this means is that you cannot add classes on the actual show day, only scratch classes! So enter everything that you think you are going to compete in, because you can always scratch!! Adds will be allowed up to Friday evening!
Show Information & Rules
Closing Date: The closing date for the show is Wednesday, the week before the week of the show. Stalls will be given to those who enter prior to the closing date and counted as entries come in. Please get your entries in early, as our stalls are somewhat limited! Please include on your entry form if/and how many tack stalls are needed! There are a select few double stalls available, please indicate if a double stall will be needed on the entry form.
Entries: Riders may ONLY enter online using the Google doc Link found on the DSRPRidingSeries.com website. Copy of Coggins and signed liability release can be attached, or bought to show for check -in. A check or credit card number will be required to be left with the show office upon arrival before horse is allowed in the show facility. Please put scheduling and stalling requests in the requests section of the entry form. Show management will do our best to accommodate all requests. Please submit one entry per horse/rider combination. A minor rider’s PARENT or LEGAL GUARDIAN, NOT TRAINER, must sign the Liability Release if rider is under the age of 18. There is a $50 fee for checks returned NSF.
Late Entries – Late Fee $20. Depending on the size of the show, entries may be cut off at entry close date, which will be the Wednesday the week before the the week of the show. In the case of a large show, late entries will be allowed at the Show Management’s Discretion! A late fee will be added to each horse/rider combination entry.
Stalls: Stalls are available within the covered event center. See online form for stall fees. Please mark if/and how many tack stalls are needed! There are a select few double stalls available, please indicate if a double stall will be needed. Shavings must be purchased through DSRP. No Outside Shavings Allowed!!! Shavings will be sold for $9/bag, with a minimum purchase of 2 bags! For stalling requests please note on request section of entry form. Not all requests may be fulfilled Horses must always have water within their stalls. All buckets must be hung from stall wall unless approved by DSRP Management. * Owners are responsible for the cost of repairs for any damage to stalls. DSRP Staff has the right to relocate or ask for the removal of horse(s) from stall if they continuously paw, kick, or cause disturbance to those around them.
Arena Size/Type: The show will be held in an indoor, lighted arena with sandy loam footing. A covered warm-up arena is also available.
Grounds Fee: Please note that there will be a $15 grounds fee charged per day for all horses without a stall reservation attending this event to defray event costs. ALL horses on the property must check-in with the show office and show proof of negative Coggins.
Proof of Negative Coggins Required: This is required of all horses on the property regardless of their entry status.
Attire & Tack: All riders must wear appropriate safety gear to include, at a minimum, shoes with a heel and a properly fitting and secured (with a chin strap) helmet - ASTM/SEI standards. No rider is allowed on the Show Grounds without a proper helmet or attire. Jumper Riders must wear a polo shirt or show shirt with collar and breeches. Coats are OPTIONAL for Hunter Riders!! A polo shirt or Show Shirt with a collar is allowed for the hunter/equitation classes. Tall boots or paddock boots with garter straps are preferred, however Half chaps with matching paddock boots are allowed. Numbers must be displayed on rider or pinned on the saddle pad at all times. Appropriate tack should be used in accordance with traditional standards. Properly fitted standing martingales are allowed for the Hunters. Properly fitted running martingales and standing martingales are allowed for Jumpers. Martingales will not be allowed in the flat classes. Please direct any additional questions concerning tack to management prior to the Show.
Inclement Weather / Cancellation of Activities / Refunds: Due to limited scheduling options at the park, there is no rain date set for this event. However, if cancellation of the show occurs prior to the start date/time due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, refunds will be given of class fees. Once begun, however, the show will go on unless the weather becomes life-threatening; no refunds will be made after the show starts. Refunds for stalls will not be given once a horse has been present in that space. If in doubt, call Kim at (512) 567-4784 or Sally (512) 914-4668 before you haul!
Cancellations/Scratches: Cancellations/scratches will be allowed up until the show number has been picked up. If you must scratch your entry once number has been assigned at the show, the office/medic fee and stall fees must still be paid!! Class fees will be waived. In good faith, management has held this time(s) and space(s) for you, possibly to the exclusion of others. Thus, due to the costs incurred to put on a horse show and in fairness to other competitors, there can be no exceptions to this policy.
Hook-ups: RV hook-ups are available at $45/Night.
Check-in: Check-in at the Show Office is REQUIRED of ALL horses upon arrival on the property to secure a show number for your horse(s) and to verify all information pertinent to you and you and your horse’s entry. You must check-in before your first ride.
Arena Availability & Schooling:
****For Friday schooling, we will be limiting amount of riders allowed in the main show arena for schooling if the show has a large turnout! Please school in a timely manner to allow everyone an opportunity to school in the big arena!
Friday Schooling - Big Show Arena: Approx. 1:30pm - 6:30pm (open to all) 6:30pm - 7:30pm (Only Cross-rails and Pole Class Riders)
******Big Arena Closes at 7:30pm for water and drag
Saturday Schooling - Big Show Arena: 6:30-7:30am (Only Cross-rails and Pole Class Riders) ****After Course Set for Hunters - 9pm (Schooling for all Hunter Riders)
Sunday Schooling - Big Show Arena: 6:00 - 6:30am (Schooling for all Hunter Riders) *****6:30 - 7:00am Closed for course Change and Drag
7:00 - 7:30am(Schooling for Pole and Cross-rail Hunters)
*****Small Warm up Arena - Open for warm up at all times, except when drags occurring.
Schooling is allowed only for horses entered in the show, or for those who have paid a schooling fee as well as the office/medic fee and stall or grounds fee. Lunging is not permitted in the Big Show Arena but is allowed in the warm-up arena until 15 min prior to start of show.
Medic: Medic will be onsite during the hours of schooling on Friday and beginning at the start of the horse show until the finish of the horse show, both Saturday and Sunday. Outside these hours, the medic will not be onsite.
Lodging: Please contact the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce & Visitor’s Center for a complete list of motels and lodging options – (512) 858-4740.
Dogs: Friendly dogs are welcome but must be attached to a responsible human by a leash or be in a kennel. Dogs near arenas must not be disruptive. If so, the dog and attached human will be asked to leave the area. No dogs may be left unattended or tied and left unattended.
Stallions: No Stallions Allowed on the Show Grounds.
Smoking: No smoking, please, in any of the event or barn areas!
Show Mission Statement/Show Organizer/Manager's Rights: The purpose of this show is to give riders of all ages and backgrounds the opportunity to practice hunter/jumper classes in a fun and safe environment. Management has the right to prohibit, stop, or regulate any action during the course of the activity or while occurring on the site of the activity that the Management deems improper, unsafe, inhumane, or contrary to the best interests of horse sports. Judges’ and management’s decisions are final. Management reserves the right to ask anyone who is acting contrary to the mission of this show to leave the show grounds. Any act of discourtesy or disobedience to the judges or any show officials on the part of owner, manager, trainer, coach, rider, or groom shall disqualify the horse, and the owner shall forfeit his entry and other fees. Please remember we are a show put on mostly with volunteer help. Please be kind to our show staff! Management also reserves the right to limit the classes a horse is entered in, if it is deemed that a horse is being ridden too excessively. Showing in more than 6 over fences classes per day is deemed excessive.
Class Specifications
Jumper Divisions
Ground Pole Jumper Division - May only be cross-entered with the Cross Rail Division.
Fences: Poles on the Ground - Entry Fee $25/class
This division was created to give BEGINNER riders new to the jumper division (both young and older!) an opportunity to practice simple jumper courses, over poles on the ground. Classes will be judged according to Optimum Time. This means that the course must be ridden at the appropriate speed for that level (275m/sec). We are looking for a good trot or steady canter rhythm on a long track, avoiding tight turns or going too fast. The rider with the fewest refusals who knows their courses, and who gets closest to the Optimum Time WINS!
1. Ground Pole Jumpers - Optimum Time, Time 1st Jump-off (1st round- Rider must complete the posted 1st round course correctly, and without refusals. If they do this, they are allowed to stay in the arena, and ride the jump-off course.)
2. Ground Pole Jumpers - Optimum Time, Time 1st Round (All one round. Remember the speed is a good trot or steady canter to be judged according to optimum time.)
Cross Rail Jumper Division - May only be cross-entered with the ground pole jumper division OR the 2’Jumper division, but not BOTH.
Fences Cross Rail. Entry Fee $25/per class
3. Cross Rail Jumpers - Time 1st Jump-off (Optimum Time)
4. Cross Rail Jumpers - Time 1st Round (Optimum Time)
2’ Jumper Division Fences 2’. Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
5. 2’Jumpers (Time 1st Jump-off).
6. 2’Jumpers (Time 1st Round).
2’3” Jumper Division Fences: 2’3”. Planks, Flowers, Walls and Gates will possibly be added at the 2’3 Division and stay through the remaining classes. Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
7. 2’3” Jumpers (Time first jump-off)
8. 2’3” Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
2’6” Jumper Division Fences: 2’6”. Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
9. 2’6” Jumpers (Time first jump-off)
10. 2’6” Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
2’6” Team Jumper Challenge Fences: 2’6”. Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class/per person in Team.
The teams shall consist of 2 riders. Teams must enter prior to 5pm the Friday of the show. The number of the teams will be limited to 20. If more than 20 teams register for a series year, the teams will be given priority based upon the registration date and time with the earlier registrations given highest priority over later registrations. The height of the jumps will be 2’6” and the format will be “Time 1st Round.” Both team riders will enter the ring at the same time. The team members may compete in any order. The first rider shall complete the course. The second rider shall remain in the ring while the first rider completes the course. The second rider may occupy any area within the ring, or move about the ring so long as the second rider does not impede the first rider as they complete the course. The second rider may not assist the first rider in any manner. Upon completion, the first rider may, at their option, exit the ring or remain in the ring during the second rider’s course. If the first rider elects to remain in the ring during the second rider’s course, the first rider may occupy any area within the ring or move about the ring so long as the first rider does not impede the second rider as they complete the course. The first rider may not assist the first rider in any manner. The team score will be based upon the cumulative combined faults of both riders and cumulative time of both riders. The lowest faults will be declared the winner or the higher placing team. In the event that two or more teams have the same number of faults, the lowest cumulative time will determine the winner, or the higher placing team. All decisions of the Judges on time and faults will be final.
42. 2’6” Team Jumper Challenge (Timed 1st Round format)
2’9” Jumper Division Fences: 2’9” Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
11. 2’9” Jumpers (Time first jump-off)
12. 2’9” Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
3’ Jumper Division Fences: 3’ Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
13. 3’ Jumpers (Time first jump-off) - Table II, 2(b)
14. 3’ Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
3’3” Jumper Division Fences: 3’3” Open to all. Entry fee: $25/class
15. 3’3” Jumpers (Time first jump-off) - Table II, 2(b)
16. 3’3” Jumpers (Time 1st Round)
Hunter Divisions
Ground Pole Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of single poles on the ground with no fill. Course will be shortened with at least one change of direction. Division may only be cross entered with the Cross Rail Hunter/Equitation Division only. Entry Fee: $25/per class.
17. Ground Pole Hunter
18. Ground Pole Equitation
19. Ground Pole Hunter US
20. Ground Pole Equitation on Flat
Cross Rail Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of cross rail hunter jumps with minimal fill, if any (flowers or brush). Course will be shortened with at least one change of direction. Division may only be cross-entered with the ground pole hunter/equitation division OR the 18”/2ft hunter/equitation division, but not BOTH! Entry Fee: $25/per class.
21. Cross Rail Hunter US
22. Cross Rail Equitation on Flat
23. Cross Rail Hunter
24. Cross Rail Equitation
18”/2’ Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of a blend of 18”/2’ Hunter Jumps with minimal fill, if any (flowers or brush). Entry Fee: $25/per class.
25. 18”/2’ Hunter
26. 18”/2’ Equitation
27. 18”/2’ Hunter US
28. 18”/2’ Equitation on Flat
2’3” Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of 2’3” Hunter Jumps with fill (such as walls, gates, planks, flowers, and brush). Entry Fee: $25/per class.
29. 2’3” Hunter US
30. 2’3” Equitation on Flat
31. 2’3” Hunter
32. 2’3” Equitation
2’3” Hunter Derby (2’6” Option Fence) Fences: Course will consist of 2’3” Hunter Jumps with fill (such as walls, gates, planks, flowers and brush). Option Fence will be set at 2’6”. Entry Fee: $35
Judging: Horse-pony/rider combinations will receive one bonus point for jumping the high option without major fault in both rounds. Handiness points awarded in Round 2 will be computed into overall score. Numeric round scores and bonus points will be announced separately and will be combined for the total round 2 score. Round 1 and 2 scores will be combined to determine final placings. In the case of ties in the overall placings, the handy round scores will be used to break any ties.
Round 1 Hunter Classic Course:
To be shown over a hunter classic course with some obstacles that simulate those reminiscent of the hunt field. To be judged on performance, hunter pace and style, quality and substance, movement, and brilliance.
Round 2 Handy Hunter Course:
Course will include a minimum of two "handy options". To be judged on style, brilliance, and handiness.
33. 2’3” Hunter Derby (2’6” Option Fence)
2’6” Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of 2’6” Hunter Jumps with fill (such as walls, gates, planks, flowers and brush). Entry Fee: $25/per class.
34. 2’6” Hunter
35. 2’6” Equitation
36. 2’6” Hunter US
37. 2’6” Equitation on Flat
2’9” Hunter/Equitation Division Fences: Course will consist of 2’9” - 3ft Hunter Jumps with fill (such as walls, gates, planks, flowers and brush). Entry Fee: $25/per class.
38. 2’9” Hunter US
39. 2’9” Equitation on Flat
40. 2’9” Hunter
41. 2’9” Equitation
Team Jumper Challenge
Rules of the Competition
Rules of the Competition
1. The Team Jumper Challenge: The Dripping Springs Ranch Park will host and promote the “Team Jumper Challenge.” The “Team Jumper Challenge” will consist of a series of two-person show jumping contests which may be held as either an individual date or in conjunction with other shows hosted at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park venue.
2. The Series: Dripping Springs Ranch Park may include other venues in The “Team Jumper Challenge.” Points earned in other officially recognized “Series” events will be included in the teams’ cumulative year-end totals for purposes of declaring the series champion. The number of events will be determined by The Dripping Springs Ranch Park and declared at the beginning of the series year.
3. The Teams: The number of teams will be limited to 20. Each team will consist of two riders.
4. Each team must declare its team name and team members on or before 5:00 p.m. on the Friday before the first show of the series year. If more than 20 teams register for a series year, the teams will be given priority based upon the registration date and time with the earlier registrations given highest priority over later registrations. Teams must compete in at least 2 of the 3 shows of the series to qualify for end of the year standings.
5. Trainers may register teams on behalf of students.
6. The teams may not be changed without consent of the Dripping Springs Ranch Park management. In the event that one rider withdraws from a team and does not compete with any other team, the remaining rider shall select a replacement prior to the beginning of the next event and notify the the show staff. The newly selected rider must compete for the remainder of the series year.
7. The events: The Team Jumper Challenge may be held at any shows designated by Dripping Springs Ranch Park, including shows hosted by other show promoters and recognized by Dripping Springs Ranch Park. The Team Show Jumping Competition will consist of two person teams, who must compete together. Each member shall designate a horse to be used in the competition. The horse may be substituted one time per series year
a. Jump heights for each event will be 2’ 6”.
b. The format will be “against the clock” or “timed first round.” There will be no jump-offs.
c. Both team riders will enter the ring at the same time. The team members may compete in any order. The first rider shall complete the course. The second rider shall remain in the ring while the first rider completes the course. The second rider may occupy any area within the ring, or move about the ring so long as the second rider does not impede the first rider as they complete the course. The second rider may not assist the first rider in any manner.
d. Upon completion, the first rider may, at their option, exit the ring or remain in the ring during the second rider’s course. If the first rider elects to remain in the ring during the second rider’s course, the first rider may occupy any area within the ring or move about the ring so long as the first rider does not impede the second rider as they complete the course. The first rider may not assist the first rider in any manner.
e.The team score will be based upon the cumulative combined faults of both riders and cumulative time of both riders. The lowest faults will be declared the winner or the higher placing team. In the event that two or more teams have the same number of faults, the lowest cumulative time will determine the winner, or the higher placing team.
f.All decisions of the Judges on time and faults will be final.
8. Series Points: The teams will be awarded points based upon the order of finish at each show as follows:
i.First Place 30 points
ii.Second Place 25 Points
iii.Third Place 22 Points
iv.Fourth Place 20 points
v.Fifth Place 18 points
vi.Sixth Place 15 points
vii.Seventh Place 10 points
viii.Eight Place 7 points
ix.Ninth Place 5 points
x.Tenth Place 3 points
9. The team receiving the highest number of points at the end of the series year shall be declared the Champion. The team receiving the second highest number of points shall be declared the Reserve Champion.
10. All other rules governing horse shows at Dripping Springs Ranch Park, or any venue hosting the event shall apply to all participants.
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