PTV OBSTACLES The following PTV obstacles are approved for use in Affiliated BHS TREC events (1) Bank (Ridden) (2) Bending (Ridden) (3) Corridor (Led) (4) Corridor (Ridden) (5) Dip/Crater (Ridden) (6) Ditch (Led) (7) Ditch (Ridden) (8) Footbridge Crossing (Led) (9) Footbridge Crossing (Ridden) (10) Gate (Ridden) (11) Hedge (Ridden) (12) Horse Trailer (Led) (13) Immobility (Led) (14) Immobility (Ridden) (15) Leading Down an Incline (16) Leading Up an Incline (17) Low Branches (Led) (18) Low Branches (Ridden) (19) Maypole/Roundabout (Ridden) (20) Mounting (From a Block) (21) Mounting (From the Ground) (22) Neck Rein (Ridden) (23) Path Crossing (Ridden) (24) Rein Back (Ridden) (25) Riding Down an Incline (26) Riding Up an Incline (27) S-Bend (Led) (28) S-Bend (Ridden) (29) Side Pass (Ridden) (30) Staircase Down (Led) (31) Staircase Up (Led) (32) Staircase Down (Ridden) (33) Staircase Up (Ridden) (34) Step Down (Led) (35) Step Down (Ridden) (36) Step Up (Led) (37) Step Up (Ridden) (38) Tree Trunk (Led) (39) Tree Trunk (Ridden) (40) Water Crossing (Ridden) At all levels, obstacles should be adjusted to allow for the anticipated level of skill and experience of the riders at that competition. The following diagrams are representative of the obstacle and are there for that purpose only. 41
(1) BANK (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS regular ground slopes of around 30º to 45º length of 5m to 6m for each of the slopes change of slope: between 1 and 2 metres of horizontal ground a corridor (whether marked or not) between 2m and 4m wide 3 red flags 3 white flags Highlight the horse s good balance and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control of the horse. break in forward movement (change of gait) horse and rider not maintaining a straight line between the entry and exit flags, that is, not weaving refusal includes stepping back regularity and good balance of the horse good position of the rider and maintaining balance as the slopes change the general marking scheme. riding. Stepping outside the marked corridor will result in a zero score. This obstacle can be performed in walk, trot or canter, but the horse must not change pace between the entry and exit flags. 42
(2) BENDING (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS bending through six posts set in the ground, evenly spread in a straight line at a distance of 5m from one another posts a minimum of 2m high corridor 4 metres wide (2m each side of the posts) a starting gate 4m before the first post a finishing gate 4m after the last post 6 posts corridor marked on the ground (plaster/chalk/lime etc.) Showing the obedience and suppleness of the horse. touching the posts break in forward movement (change of gait) stepping out of the corridor according to lowest gait Style: canter = +3, trot = 0, walk = -2. riding. Missing any pole in the sequence will result in a zero score. 43
(3) CORRIDOR (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS This is a narrow path made up by bars placed on the ground. Length 8m Width between bars 0.5m 4 x 4m bars or 2 x 8m bars (preferably fastened to the ground) Showing the obedience and accuracy of the horse and the correct attitude of the rider. refusal including stepping back horse or rider touching the bars break in forward movement (change of gait) according to lowest gait Style: trot = +3, walk = 0. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality 0 for foot placed outside of the bars. Any step outside the obstacle route by either the horse or leader will result in a zero score. 44
(4) CORRIDOR (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS This is a narrow path made up by bars placed on the ground. Length 8m Width between bars 0.5m 4 x 4m bars or 2 x 8m bars (preferably fastened to the ground) Showing the obedience and accuracy of the horse. feet touching the bars break in forward movement (change of gait) according to lowest gait Style: canter = +3, trot = 0, walk = -2. riding. Any step outside the bars will result in a zero score. 45
(5) DIP/CRATER (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS regular ground slopes of around 30º to 45º length of 5m to 6m for each of the slopes change of slope: between 1 and 2 metres of horizontal ground a corridor (whether marked or not) between 2m and 4m wide 3 red flags 3 white flags Highlight the horse s good balance and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control of the horse. break in forward movement (change of gait) horse and rider not maintaining a straight line between the entry and exit flags, that is, not weaving refusal includes stepping back regularity and good balance of the horse good position of the rider and maintaining balance as the slopes change the general marking scheme. riding. Stepping outside the marked corridor will result in a zero score. This obstacle can be performed in walk, trot or canter, but the horse must not change pace between the entry and exit flags. 46
(6) DITCH (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Natural or man-made ditch which may be able to be negotiated without having to jump. The rider should be able to cross/step into the ditch without danger. It may have water in it or not. width of ditch: 1.50m maximum minimum length of ditch: 3 metres entrance and exit between 3m and 5m from obstacle (penalty zone) 1 or 2 red flags 1 or 2 white flags Highlighting the calmness, obedience and willingness of the horse and the correct attitude of the rider enabling proper control. A change of gait and jumping from a standstill is allowed. refusal includes stepping back by horse or rider horse getting loose reins/lead rope touching the ground calmness, obedience and willingness to move forward enabling the rider to lead without the reins/lead rope becoming taut horse knocking the rider position of rider whilst leading the horse the general marking scheme. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. 47
(7) DITCH (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Natural or man-made ditch which may be able to be negotiated without having to jump. It may have water in it or not. width of ditch: 1.50m maximum minimum length of ditch: 3 metres entrance and exit between 3m and 5m from obstacle (penalty zone) 1 or 2 red flags 1 or 2 white flags Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct posture and appropriateness of aids of the rider enabling proper control and movement of the horse. A change of gait is allowed. The ditch may be walked through or jumped depending on the type of ditch. Jumping from a standstill is not allowed and will result in a zero score. refusal includes stepping back regularity, balance and impulsion good position of the rider the general marking scheme (rider s position). riding. 48
(8) FOOTBRIDGE CROSSING (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk May be on the ground, over a stream or between two mounds of earth, etc. minimum 5m length of crossing width: around 1m one or two hand-rails 1 foot bridge (wooden, iron, etc with a non slip surface.) Highlighting the calmness, obedience and willingness of the horse, and the correct attitude of the rider enabling proper control. refusal or reluctance to go forward horse getting loose horse knocking the rider and/or the bridge reins/lead rope touching the ground change of gait from walk (changing back to walk is not penalised) jumping on or off the bridge calmness, obedience and willingness calmness, obedience and willingness to move forward enabling the rider to lead without the reins/lead rope becoming taut. the general marking scheme. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. Any step off the side of the bridge will result in a zero score. Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. 49
(9) FOOTBRIDGE (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk May be on the ground, over a stream or between two mounds of earth, etc. minimum 5m length of crossing width: around 1m one or two hand-rails are permitted where appropriate 1 footbridge (wooden, iron, etc with a non slip surface.) Showing the forwardness and calmness of the horse and the appropriateness of the rider s aids refusal includes stepping back change of gait from walk (changing back to walk is not penalised) jumping on or off the bridge regularity of the crossing calmness and forwardness of the horse correct aids of the rider the general marking scheme. riding. Any step off the side of the bridge will result in a zero score. Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. 50
(10) GATE (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Hinged gate to be opened and shut whilst mounted. height: around 1.20m width: minimum 1m No part of the gate should stick out from the frame and ideally the gate should swing both ways 1 red flag 1 white flag Showing the obedience and calmness of the horse and the appropriateness of the rider s aids. This obstacle must be opened/closed by use of the hand only. Using any equipment to open /close the gate will result in a zero score. the rider losing contact with the gate before finishing the test loose gate hitting the horse or horse pushing the gate horse hitting the gate post calmness of the horse the rider not changing hands a regard for safety appropriateness of rider s aids the general marking scheme. riding. 51
(11) HEDGE (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Natural or man-made hedge. This must be jumped. maximum height (compact part of the hedge) see Appendix 24 maximum thickness: 0.5m minimum obstacle width 3m 1 red flag 1 white flag Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control of the horse. A change of gait is allowed. Jumping from a standstill is not allowed and will result in a zero score. refusal includes stepping back regularity, balance and impulsion good position of the rider the general marking scheme (rider s position). riding. 52
(12) HORSE TRAILER (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk Leading the horse, at walk, in and out of a horse trailer with the central partition removed. load from the rear, unloading at the front. Make sure the trailer is stable to prevent it moving when the horse loads. 1 horse trailer (connected to vehicle) Showing the combination s ability to load into and out of a horse trailer, the obedience of the horse and the correct attitude of the rider. the horse getting loose horse bumping trailer refusal or reluctance to go forward reins/lead rope touching the ground change of gait regularity of loading and unloading a regard for safety calmness, obedience and willingness to move forward enabling the rider to lead without the reins/lead rope becoming taut horse knocking the rider the general marking scheme. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. 53
(13) IMMOBILITY - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS The immobility test will take place in two well marked, concentric circles on level ground. The horse stands in the inner circle and the rider has to stand outside the outer circle. The rider has 10 seconds from the time the horse or rider enters the inner circle to position the horse and to leave the inner circle. The horse may be ridden into the circles. Ground tying is permitted only with split reins or lead rope, Reins may be loosely secured. inner circle: 4m diameter outer circle: 8m diameter NB: A ringed-off area should be provided to avoid horses getting loose. material for marking (sand, paint, sawdust etc.) 2 stop watches rope etc to provide ringed off area Showing the obedience and calmness of the horse. rider is outside the outer circle up to a maximum of 10 points (the horse can move in the inner circle). The judge will advise you when the timing has stopped. While outside the outer circle the rider may only use verbal commands, any body or equipment movement will result in the timing being stopped and the score based upon this time. Effectiveness: an intervention is when the rider has to return to the horse having left the inner circle but before leaving the outer circle (intervention). 0 interventions 10pts (max) 1 intervention 7pts (max) 2 interventions 4pts (max) 3 interventions 0pts Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for brutality or dangerous riding/conduct -3 for reins falling/slipping into a potentially dangerous position Not leaving the inner circle within 10 seconds will result in a zero score. One point is scored for each second the horse remains in the inner circle while the 54
(14) IMMOBILITY (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS - The horse must stay within the 2.5 metre circle. - The rider must enter the circle mounted - The rider has 10 seconds to position the horse in the circle and release the reins after the leading front leg of the horse crosses into the circle, leaving the reins loose on the horse s neck. - The horse must remain stationary - The timer starts as soon as the rider releases the reins once within the circle - The timer stops immediately when the rider takes up the reins or the horse moves within the circle - Use of the voice is authorised - One circle of 2.5 metres in diameter - 1 red flag - 1 white flag - Stop watch - Material for marking (sand, paint, sawdust etc.) Showing the obedience and calmness of the horse. Moving out side the circle The rider not being able to position the horse within 10 seconds Rider picking up the reins One point is scored for each second the horse remains stationary within the circle with no rein contact from the rider to a maximum of 10 points (the horse can move within the circle). The judge will advise you when the timing has stopped. While mounted the rider may only use verbal commands, any body movements will result in the timing being stopped and the score will be based upon this time. riding/conduct -3 for reins falling/slipping into a potentially dangerous position. Failure to release reins in 10 seconds gives overall score 0. The timer stops IMMEDIATELY when the ride takes up the reins or the horse moves within the circle. 55
(15) LEADING DOWN AN INCLINE - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS look for level ground enabling the horse to be led safely and regularly down the incline slope of around 30 to 45 minimum 10 metres length a corridor (whether marked or not) between 2m and 4m wide Highlighting the calmness, obedience and willingness of the horse and the correct attitude of the rider enabling proper control. refusal or reluctance to go forward reins/lead rope touching the ground break in forward motion change of gait (do not penalise a horse that bounds down the slope) horse knocks into the rider horse and rider not maintaining a straight line between the entry and exit flags, that is, not weaving calmness, obedience and willingness to move forward enabling the rider to lead without the reins/lead rope becoming taut position of rider whilst leading the horse the position from which the rider leads the horse; rider stays in front of horse +3 max; rider by horse s head +2 max; rider by shoulder +1 max; rider by girth 0 max; rider by hindquarters -1 max; rider behind horse -2. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons, -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. Any step outside the obstacle route will result in a zero score. 56
(16) LEADING UP AN INCLINE - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS look for level ground enabling the horse to be led safely and regularly up the incline slope of around 30 to 45 minimum 10 metres length a corridor (whether marked or not) between 2m and 4m wide Highlighting the calmness, obedience and willingness of the horse and the correct attitude of the rider enabling proper control. refusal or reluctance to go forward reins/lead rope touching the ground break in forward motion change of gait (do not penalise a horse that bounds up the slope but this may affect the style mark) horse knocks into the rider horse and rider not maintaining a straight line between the entry and exit flags, that is, not weaving calmness, obedience and willingness to move forward enabling the rider to lead without the reins/lead rope becoming taut position of rider whilst leading the horse the position from which the rider leads the horse; rider stays in front of horse +3 max; rider by horse s head +2 max; rider by shoulder +1 max; rider by girth 0 max; rider by hindquarters -1 max; rider behind horse -2. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. Any step outside the obstacle route will result in a zero score. 57
(17) LOW BRANCHES (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS 3 to 5 supported branches, unfixed and a maximum of 2m apart height: 20cm over the horse s withers width: 1.80m (2m if curved) maximum length of obstacle 5m NB: should be adjustable to accommodate range of horse heights (e.g. 12 to 18 hands) It is possible to have the branches on a curve. The arc of the curve must not exceed 90 and the inside edge must have a radius of 8m minimum. branches and their supports Passing under the low branches without knocking them off and keeping the initially chosen gait. displacing a branch change of gait refusal includes stepping back according to lowest gait Style: Trot = +3, walk = 0. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. Any step outside the obstacle route will result in a zero score. 58
(18) LOW BRANCHES (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS 3 to 5 supported branches, unfixed and a maximum of 2m apart height: 20cm over the horse s withers width: 1.80m (2m if curved) maximum length of obstacle 5m NB: should be adjustable to accommodate range of horse heights (e.g. 12 to 18 hands) It is possible to have the branches on a curve. The arc of the curve must not exceed 90 and the inside edge must have a radius of 8m minimum. There will be no allowance for riding in a body protector, which is now compulsory. The allowance at levels 1 and 2 is permissible to encourage less experienced riders. This allowance can be used at the discretion of the organiser and/or TD. BHS TREC Level 1 = 2 inches BHS TREC Level 2 = 2 Inches BHS TREC Level 3 = No Allowance BHS TREC Level 4 = No Allowance branches and their supports Passing under the low branches without knocking them off and keeping the initially chosen gait displacing a branch change of gait refusal includes stepping back according to lowest gait Style: Canter = +3, trot = 0, walk = -2. riding. Any step outside the obstacle route will result in a zero score. 59
(19) MAYPOLE/ROUNDABOUT (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS A rope suspended between two upright posts (one post at the centre of a marked circle, the second just outside). The rider picks up the loose end of the rope and rides around the outside of the marked circle in a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction as instructed and replaces the rope back onto its original post. A minimum of 3m each side of the outer post will not be judged this marked area is so the rider can pick up or replace the rope and select their chosen gait to travel round the rest of the circle. Style will be marked according to the selected gait used while travelling round the outside of the larger portion of the circle. Deliberate changes in gait should only be attempted within the smaller marked section of the circle. 1 red flag 1 white flag 2 posts set in the ground or poles with heavy bases rope minimum 6m (1m more than the radius of the marked circle) marking for a circle and judged section The calmness of the horse and rider, highlighting the forwardness of the horse as well as the correct approach and attitude of the rider allowing for good control. refusal includes stepping back break in forward movement (change of gait) while in the judged part of the circle hand being raised too high incorrect rider position, e.g. being pulled out of the saddle incorrect rider aids rope touching the ground according to lowest gait Style: Canter = +3, trot = 0, walk = -2. riding. Any step inside the marked circle will result in a zero score. Letting go of the rope before completing the task will result in a zero score. 60
(20) MOUNTING (FROM BLOCK) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS The test takes place within a marked area next to the mounting block. The horse will be mounted from the block within 15 seconds, from the time the horse or rider first sets foot in the marked area, until the rider has both feet in the stirrups. The horse is led into the marked area as the rider is ascending the mounting block. The horse should be parallel with and next to the block and must be mounted from the near or off side as instructed (side-saddle riders will not be expected to mount from the offside). The marked area must start a minimum of 1m before the block and must finish a minimum of 1m after the block and be a minimum of 2.5m in length and at least 2m wide. The rider may vault on to the horse and may choose whether to use the stirrups while actually mounting. The rider must dismount before entering the obstacle and must have the stirrups up/crossed (Western saddles exempt) 1 red flag 1 white flag 1 solid block, between 0.6m and 1m high and having at least a 0.6m by 0.6m square top with a step-up if the main block is over 0.6m high marking equipment (sand, paint, sawdust etc) 1 stop watch Showing the calmness of the combination and obedience of the horse. any movement of the horse s feet whilst the rider is mounting, each movement equals one fault, lightness and accuracy of the rider the general marking scheme. conduct (including a horse not being close to or parallel with the block) -1 for twisted stirrup leather -1 for flapping stirrup irons -1 for each second started over the allowed time of 15 seconds The horse leaving the marked area before completion will result in a zero score. 61
(21) MOUNTING (FROM GROUND) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS The test takes place within a circle of 2.5m clearly marked on the ground. The horse will be mounted from the ground within 15 seconds, from the time the horse or rider first sets foot in the circle, until the rider has both feet in the stirrups. Once the horse is at halt in the circle, it must be mounted from the near or off side as instructed (side-saddle riders will not be expected to mount from the offside). The rider may vault on to the horse. The rider may dismount before entering the circle but must have the stirrups up/crossed (western saddles except). If ridden into the circle, both of the rider s feet must touch the ground before remounting. Mounting blocks, including portable versions are not permitted. The use of stirrup extensions is permitted but must be correctly stowed before the obstacle is deemed to have been completed. marking equipment (sand, paint, sawdust etc) 1 stop watch flags may be used if the entry point to the obstacle needs clarifying Showing the calmness of the combination and obedience of the horse. any movement of the horse s feet whilst the rider is mounting, each movement equals one fault lightness and accuracy of the rider the general marking scheme. Penalties: -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality -1 for twisted stirrup leather -1 for flapping stirrup irons -1 for each second started over the allowed time of 15 seconds The horse leaving the circle before completion will result in a zero score. 62
(22) NECK REINING (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Manoeuvring in a figure of eight round two objects set a minimum of 2 metres apart using one hand on the reins 2 objects e.g. cones/poles To show the appropriateness of the rider s aids and obedience of the horse when asked to perform a figure of eight using one hand on the reins. Depending on the area available it may be a requirement to be performed in walk or trot and may be commenced in either direction. Effectiveness faults to be avoided touching reins with free hand stopping whilst in the obstacle change of gait Style important points to look out for calmness and accuracy of the combination position of the rider Effectiveness: marked 7,4,1,0 depending on the number of faults. the general marking scheme. conduct. 63
(23) PATH CROSSING (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS A combination of two obstacles to be jumped, built on stable and even ground. height: see Appendix 24 minimum 3 metres wide Distance between the two elements: see Appendix 21 2 letters: A and B Highlighting the forwardness of the horse as well as the correct approach and attitude of the rider allowing good control. A change of gait is allowed. Jumping from a standstill is not allowed and will result in a zero score. refusal includes stepping back a refusal inside the combination means the entire combination must be rejumped. regularity, balance and impulsion good position of the rider the general marking scheme (rider s position). riding. 64
(24) REIN BACK (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Rein back 4m in an 8m corridor made up by bars placed on the ground. level ground length 8m width 0.80m 4 x 4m bars or 2 x 8m bars (preferably fastened to the ground) material for marking (sand, paint, sawdust etc.) Showing the obedience of the horse at reining back and the appropriateness of the rider s aids. Judging will commence when the horse s front feet are over the front line (the judge will advise you) and will finish once the horse has reined back the length of the 4 metre marked section, finishing with the horse s front feet behind the line. The rider is allowed to rein back without their stirrups. The rider may exit at any gait but must go through the exit flags. - Touching the bars when reining back - Break in the horse s motion, change of gait - Reining back before the obstacle - Refusal calmness and accuracy of the combination - Irregular motion - Incorrect rider position, not over the stirrups and light - Loss of balance of the horse or rider the general marking scheme. conduct 0 for foot placed outside of the bars. Any step outside the obstacle route will result in a zero score. 65
(25) RIDING DOWN AN INCLINE - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS even incline (no drops) sloped between 30 and 45 length between 6m and 12m depending on the angle of the incline a corridor (whether marked or not) between 2m and 4m wide Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control and movement of the horse. break in forward movement (change of gait) horse and rider not maintaining a straight line between the entry and exit flags, that is, not weaving refusal includes stepping back good balance of the horse good position of the rider (vertical over the centre of gravity and light seat) the general marking scheme. riding. Stepping outside the marked corridor will result in a zero score. 66
(26) RIDING UP AN INCLINE - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS even incline (no steps up) sloped between 30 and 45 length between 6m and 12m depending on the angle of the incline a corridor (whether marked or not) between 2m and 4m wide Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control and movement of the horse. break in forward movement (change of gait) horse and rider not maintaining a straight line between the entry and exit flags, that is, not weaving refusal includes stepping back good balance of the horse good position of the rider (vertical over the centre of gravity and light seat) Style: marked from +3 to -2 in accordance with the marking scheme. riding. Stepping outside the marked corridor will result in a zero score. 67
(27) S-BEND (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk Manoeuvring around an S-shaped (or Z shaped) corridor made from poles (preferably raised). For each bend of the S width: 0.90m length: 4m 2 x 4m poles + 2 x 2.20m + 2 x 1.90m poles raisers max 30cm tall (if applicable) Showing the obedience and forwardness of the horse and the correct actions of the rider. the poles being touched (if on floor) or knocked off (if raised) rider stepping backwards whilst in the obstacle stopping whilst in the obstacle refusal includes stepping back change of gait from walk (changing back to walk is not penalised) calmness of horse obedience to rider s aids the general marking scheme. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. Not attempting to follow the path of the obstacle will result in a zero score. Stepping outside the obstacle will result in a zero score. 0.9m 1.9m 2.2m 2.2m 1.9m 0.9m 4m 68
(28) S-BEND (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk Manoeuvring around an S-shaped (or Z- shaped) corridor made from poles (preferably raised). For each bend of the S width: 0.90m length: 4m 2 x 4m poles + 2 x 2.20m + 2 x 1.90m poles raisers max 30cm tall (if applicable) Showing the obedience and forwardness of the horse and the appropriateness of the rider s aids. the poles being touched (if on floor) or knocked off (if raised) stopping whilst in the obstacle refusal includes stepping back change of gait from walk (changing back to walk is not penalised) calmness of horse obedience to rider s aids the general marking scheme. riding. Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. Not attempting to follow the path of the obstacle will result in a zero score. Stepping outside the obstacle will result in a zero score. 0.9m 1.9m 2.2m 2.2m 1.9m 0.9m 4m 69
(29) SIDE PASS (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Step sideways along marked area of a bar placed on the ground, minimum distance 2m, maximum 4m 1 x pole/bar (preferably fastened to the ground, max. height 30cm) Material for marking (flour/shavings/paint) To show the appropriateness of the rider s aids and obedience of the horse when asked to step sideways. Judging will commence when the horse s front feet are over the bar outside the marked area and will finish when the horse has side passed along the marked length of the bar. The rider may exit at any gait but must go through the exit flags. Effectiveness faults to be avoided feet touching or stepping over the bar within the marked area pausing in movement while performing the sidepass Style important points to look out for calmness and accuracy of the combination position of the rider Effectiveness: marked 7,4,1,0 depending on the number of faults. the general marking scheme. conduct. 2m - 4m 1. 2m - 4m 2. This obstacle can be arranged in any one of the 3 ways shown 2m - 4m 70
(30) STAIRCASE DOWN (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk natural or artificial staircase length between 5m and 10m depending on the angle of the incline around 1m wide Steps: depth minimum 50cm, height maximum 30cm Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct attitude of the rider. refusal including stepping back break in forward movement (change of gait from walk changing back to walk is not penalised) regular paces and good balance of the horse correct rider s aids Style: marked from +3 to -2 in accordance with the marking scheme. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. Stepping outside the marked corridor will result in a zero score. Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. 71
(31) STAIRCASE UP (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk natural or artificial staircase length between 5m and 10m depending on the angle of the incline around 1m wide Steps: depth minimum 50cm, height maximum 30cm Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct attitude of the rider. refusal including stepping back break in forward movement (change of gait from walk changing back to walk is not penalised) regular paces and good balance of the horse correct rider s aids Style: marked from +3 to -2 in accordance with the marking scheme. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. Stepping outside the marked corridor will result in a zero score. Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. 72
(32) STAIRCASE DOWN (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk natural or artificial staircase length between 5m and 10m depending on the angle of the incline around 1m wide Steps: depth minimum 50cm, height maximum 30cm Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control of the horse. break in forward movement change of gait from walk (changing back to walk is not penalised) regular paces and good balance of the horse good position of the rider (vertical over the centre of gravity and light seat) horse stays straight in line with the axis of the slope Style: marked from +3 to -2 in accordance with the marking scheme. riding. Stepping outside the marked corridor will result in a zero score. Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. 73
(33) STAIRCASE UP (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk natural or artificial staircase length between 5m and 10m depending on the angle of the incline around 1m wide Steps: depth minimum 50cm, height maximum 30cm there may be a landing and a change of staircase direction providing there is sufficient space for the horse to manoeuvre Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control of the horse. break in forward movement change of gait from walk (changing back to walk is not penalised) regular paces and good balance of the horse good position of the rider (vertical over the centre of gravity and light seat) horse stays straight in line with the axis of the slope Style: marked from +3 to -2 in accordance with the marking scheme. riding. Stepping outside the marked corridor will result in a zero score. Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. 74
(34) STEP DOWN (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Steep sided obstacle, stable ground. height: see Appendix 24 2 to 3 metres wide 1 red flag 1 white flag Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct attitude of the rider enabling proper control of the horse. A change of gait and jumping from a standstill is allowed. Refusal including stepping back by horse or rider horse getting loose reins/lead rope touching the ground calmness, obedience and willingness to move forward enabling the rider to lead without the reins/lead rope becoming taut horse knocking the rider position of rider whilst leading the horse the general marking scheme. Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. 75
(35) STEP DOWN (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Steep sided obstacle, stable ground. height: see Appendix 24 2 to 3 metres wide NB: The ground should be well prepared and stabilised on the take off side (beams or poles holding up the upper edge) as well as on the landing side 1 red flag 1 white flag Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control and movement of the horse. A change of gait is allowed. Jumping from a standstill is not allowed and will result in a zero score. refusal includes stepping back regularity, balance and impulsion good position of the rider depending on the number of fault. the general marking scheme. riding. 76
(36) STEP UP (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Steep sided obstacle, stable ground. height: see Appendix 24 2 to 3 metres wide 1 red flag 1 white flag Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct attitude of the rider enabling proper control of the horse. A change of gait and jumping from a standstill is allowed. refusal including stepping back by horse or rider horse getting loose reins/lead rope touching the ground calmness, obedience and willingness to move forward enabling the rider to lead without the reins/lead rope becoming taut horse knocking the rider position of rider whilst leading the horse the general marking scheme (rider s position). Penalties: -1 for flapping stirrup irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutality. 77
(37) STEP UP (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Steep sided obstacle, stable ground. height: see Appendix 24 2 to 3 metres wide NB: The ground should be well prepared and stabilised on the take off side (beams or poles holding up the upper edge) as well as on the landing side 1 red flag 1 white flag Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control and movement of the horse. A change of gait is allowed. Jumping from a standstill is not allowed and will result in a zero score. refusal including stepping back regularity, balance and impulsion good position of the rider the general marking scheme (rider s position). riding. 78
(38) TREE TRUNK (LED) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS One or more tree trunks, without branches, placed on stable, even ground with a safe take off and landing Height: 0.6m. Front width: 3m. A route may be provided for the rider along the side of the tree trunk, this must not be taken by the horse. 1 red flag 1 white flag 1 tree trunk or three little tree trunks Highlighting the forwardness of the horse as well as the correct approach and attitude of the rider, resulting in good control. Change of gait and jumping from standstill are allowed. Refusal including stepping back by horse or rider - Stepping back Regular forward motion Rider leading on a loose rein Horse and rider in balance at all times Horse moving in a straight line Effectiveness: marked on 7, 4, 1 and 0 the general marking scheme. Penalties: -1 for flapping irons -3 for dangerous conduct or brutaliity. 79
(39) TREE TRUNK (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Tree trunk (or log pile) without any branches, placed on stable and level ground. Must be jumped. height: see Appendix 24 minimum obstacle width: 3m 1 red flag 1 white flag 1 large trunk or 3 smaller trunks Highlighting the calmness and balance of the horse and the correct posture of the rider enabling proper control of the horse. A change of gait is allowed. Jumping from a standstill is not allowed and will result in a zero score. refusal includes stepping back regularity, balance and impulsion good position of the rider the general marking scheme (rider s position). riding 80
(40) WATER CROSSING (RIDDEN) - OBSTACLE DATA SHEETS Must be negotiated at walk As far as possible, the water must not have high edges. minimum 4m length of crossing depth of water around 0.50m Showing the forwardness and determination of the horse and the appropriateness of the rider s aids. refusal includes stepping back jumping into or out of the water change of gait from walk (changing back to walk is not penalised) regularity of the crossing calmness and forwardness of the horse correct aids of the rider the general marking scheme. riding. Any step outside the obstacle route will result in a zero score. Completing the majority of the obstacle in a gait other than walk will result in a zero score. 81