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Getting Your Horse Prepared For Eventing
Eventing is a horse competition where horse and rider compete in several disciplines of riding. It can be compared to a triathlon as it consists of cross-country, dressage and show-jumping in a single competition.
The first phase of a three day event is dressage. The aim of dressage is to demonstrate that a fit horse capable of completing the cross country phase, is also able to perform dressage which requires a precise and relaxed manner from horse and rider.
The next phase in the competition is cross-country. Horse and rider compete on a long outdoor circuit and jump several fences. The fences are solidly built of natural objects like stone walls or large logs. There are also a number of obstacles to be faced consisting of ponds, ditches, banks and streams. During this phase the bond of trust between horse and rider is tested, both must be fit and brave.
Eventing is scored by points, first and second errors cause the rider to earn penalty points, with a third error both horse and rider are eliminated. If a horse falls during the competition mandatory retirement is required. If a rider falls he gains 65 penalties and is eliminated if he falls again.
Horse and rider will be eliminated for competing in the incorrect saddlery (tack). To ensure you have the best chance in the competition make sure you understand the scoring procedure. Know the cross-country and show jumping course by walking it, memorize the course and avoid errors which lead to penalties.
Veterinary inspections are an important part of the competition. Usually horse and rider, braided horses and smartly dressed riders, are turned out for top competition. Horses are inspected at the beginning of the competition of a three day event and again before the last phase of competition.
A pass or fail in the veterinary inspection will determine whether the horse can compete in the competition and the inspection before the last phase of competition determines whether he can continue in the competition.
Show jumping tests the technical abilities of the rider and horse. In show jumping one is able to observe the obedience, fitness, suppleness and athleticism of the horse. The course consists of brightly colored fences which can be easily knocked down resulting in penalty points. The height of the fence is lowered by the top pole falling down thus penalty points are incurred. Penalty points are allotted for any second that is over the required time to complete the course. Whoever has the fewest penalties is the winner.
A number of changes have taken place over the last few years in the sport to accommodate cost, especially for the Olympic Games. The change has become a controversial subject, but none the less eventing with the change is still included in the Olympics.
As a rider of horses for many years I have yet to enter an eventing competition. I certainly lack the nerve! I have however been absolutely captivated and enthralled in the competition as an event groom. If you want to get close to the action and learn as much as you can without having to actually compete, this is the best way to do it!
Eventing certainly can become costly, more so than other disciplines. You can cut your costs by working as a groom and getting the experience and training as part of the package. Being a competition groom for eventing is an incredibly thrilling experience, one I shall never forget.
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