2007 Central States All-Curly Horse Show

DEFINITIONS:

Junior horse: 5 years and under; in Western classes may be shown one or two-handed with a snaffle or bosal, or one handed in a leverage bit.
Senior horse: 6 years and over, in Western classes must be shown one-handed in a leverage bit.
Senior rider: 19 and over as of January 1st, 2007
Junior Rider: 18 and under as of January 1st, 2007
Novice Rider: Any rider who has not won 3 first place ribbons against competition. Proper attire is not mandatory in Novice classes, but neatness and presentation of horse and rider will be factored into placing. Riders in novice classes may not enter canter/lope classes, but may enter open walk/trot classes.

Two-Minute Gate Rule
Due to a full schedule of classes, a two minute gate call will be strictly enforced. The gate will close two minutes after the first animal enters the ring. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to be sure that his/her horse is at the gate on time.

LIBERTY
Horses are to be released in the ring without tack for 2 minutes (halter to be removed and held by handler). Second handler is permitted. Handlers may gently encourage the horse to move about with a whip no longer then 6' total (no longe whip), but may not touch the horse at any time (with either whip or hands). No other artificial aid is permitted. The horse must be under control and re-haltered within 90 seconds after the liberty period is completed or the horse is disqualified. Exhibitors must supply one recorded song timed for 2 minutes per cassette or CD. Liberty Classes are to be judged on movement, full use of the arena use of all three gaits, animation, charisma, disposition, and suitability of music.

LUNGE LINE
This class is for horses of any age not entered in any undersaddle classes. The purpose of this class is to reward quality of movement, conformation, and trainability. Grooming, fitness, willing response to handler and general way of moving will be considered by the judge. Horses are to be shown in a show halter, plain leather halter, or conservatively colored nylon halter. A maximum line of 30 feet is required. Handler has 3 minutes in the ring to lunge horse both ways at walk, trot and canter. At the half-way mark a whistle will be blown and the horse must come to a full stop before changing sides. A whip is optional but may never come in contact with the horse. Handler should wear appropriate English or Western attire.

SHOWMANSHIP
Showmanship points will not be counted towards Halter Championship but will count towards overall high point. To be judged on the performance of the handler, not the horse. The handler's performance will be judged based on the turnout of the horse and handler (40%) and the ability of the handler to show the horse to its highest potential (60%) Handler will be required to walk, trot/gait, stop, and back as directed by the judge. Proper English or Western Tack and Attire. Pattern will be posted prior to show.
   Showmanship 13 and under
   Showmanship 14-18
   Showmanship Adult

HALTER CLASSES:

Halter class entries are to be judged individually, standing, and at the walk and trot on the lead and must be serviceably sound. To be judged 60% on coat and the breed standards, 40% on manners, performance, and general impression. To be shown natural, no clipping with the exception of a 2 1/2" bridle path, although the mane can be completely clipped to give a neater appearance. All horses shown must be registered with ABC or ICHO. May be shown in proper english or western attire and equipment.

6. Weanlings and Yearlings

7. Junior Horse Stallions

8. Senior Horse Stallion

9. Junior Horse Mares

10. Senior Horse Mares

11. Junior Horse Geldings

12. Senior Horse Geldings

13. Hunter/Sport Type
Open to junior and senior horses. Movement and conformation judged for horse's suitability for hunter/jumper or dressage. Open to all horses not entered in class 14.

14. Western/Stock Type
Open to junior and senior horses. Movement and conformation judged for horse's suitability for western events. Open to all horses not entered in class 13.

15. Owned, Bred, and Shown by Exhibitor
Open to horses bred, owned, and shown by the exhibitor.

16. Best Color
To be judged on conformation and uniqueness and richness of color.

17. Best Curl
To be judged on conformation and texture, thickness, curliness, and consistency of coat. Consideration given to fetlocks, ears and eyelashes.

Huntseat Division.

19. English Pleasure w/favorite gait: Novice
Walk and trot or favorite gait both directions of the arena. To be judged on performance, manners, suitability of horse to rider and conformation. No canter. Any rider entered in Novice class will not be allowed to cross over into WTC classes.

20. English Pleasure w/favorite gait: Youth
To be shown in proper English Tack and Attire. May be asked to extend trot/gait and back at judge's discretion. No canter. To be judged on quality, performance, manners, attitude, suitability of horse to rider and conformation.

21. English Pleasure w/favorite gait: Senior
To be shown in proper English Tack and Attire. May be asked to extend trot/gait and back at judge's discretion. No canter. To be judged on quality, performance, manners, attitude, suitability of horse to rider and conformation.

22. English Pleasure: Youth
Open to exhibitors 18 and under. To be shown in proper English Tack and Attire. To be shown at walk, trot, and canter, both directions. May be asked to extend trot. To be judged on performance, manners, quality, attitude, suitability of horse to rider and conformation.

23. English Pleasure: Senior
Open to exhibitors 19 and over. To be shown in proper English Tack and Attire. To be shown at walk, trot, and canter, both directions. May be asked to extend trot. To be judged on performance, manners, quality, attitude, suitability of horse to rider and conformation.

24. English Equitation: Novice
(No pattern) Will be asked to walk and trot or favorite gait both directions of the arena, change direction, and back up. Riders are to be judged on seat, hands, and ability to control and show their horse. Any rider entered in Novice class will not be allowed to cross over into WTC classes.

25. English Equitation: Youth
Pattern posted prior to start of show. Riders are to be judged on seat, hands, and ability to control and show their horse.

26. English Equitation: Senior
Pattern posted prior to start of show. Riders are to be judged on seat, hands, and ability to control and show their horse.

27. Dressage Suitability
Open to horses of any age who have not shown above 1st level dressage. To be judged on horse's suitability for the discipline of Dressage. Factors in judging will include the quality of the gaits, balance, self carriage, rhythm, tempo, impulsion, suspension, calmness, and movement in all three gaits; walk, trot, and canter. To be ridden in USEF legal snaffle. Judge may request bits to be dropped. Whip allowed (not over 40"). Either English or Dressage attire permitted.

28. Gaited Country Pleasure: Youth - Open to exhibitors 18 and under on any gaited Curly horse. May be shown in proper English or Western Tack and Attire. Walk and favorite Gait - no canter, both directions. Horses to be barefoot or flat shod. May be asked to back. To be judged on manners, performance, attitude, suitability of horse to rider, quality and conformation.

29. Gaited Country Pleasure: Senior - Open to exhibitors 19 and over on any gaited Curly horse. May be shown in proper English or Western Tack and Attire. Walk and favorite Gait - no canter, both directions. Horses to be barefoot or flat shod. May be asked to back. To be judged on manners, performance, attitude, suitability of horse to rider, quality and conformation.

Western Division.

30. Leadline (any seat)
Rider to be 10 or under on any Curly horse with handler 14 or older. Proper english or western attire.

31. Western Pleasure w/favorite gait: Novice
Walk and trot or gait both directions. No canter. To be judged on manners, performance, quality and conformation. To be shown in proper Western Tack and Attire

32. Western Pleasure w/favorite gait: Youth
Walk and trot or gait both directions. No canter. To be judged on manners, performance, quality and conformation. To be shown in proper Western Tack and Attire

33. Western Pleasure w/favorite gait: Senior
Walk and trot or gait both directions. No canter. To be judged on manners, performance, quality and conformation. To be shown in proper Western Tack and Attire

34. Open Foxtrot
Open to gaited horses only. To be shown in western tack and attire. Riders will be asked to walk and foxtrot both directions of the arena. To be judged on manners, performance, quality and conformation.

35. Western Pleasure: Youth
To be shown at walk, jog/gait and lope, both directions. To be judged on manners, performance, attitude, quality, suppleness, suitability of horse to rider, and conformation. To be shown in proper Western Tack and Attire.

36. Western Pleasure: Senior
To be shown at walk, jog/gait and lope, both directions. To be judged on manners, performance, attitude, quality, suppleness, suitability of horse to rider, and conformation. To be shown in proper Western Tack and Attire.

37. Western Horsemanship: Youth
All riders to be judged first on the rail at walk, jog, and lope both directions of the ring. Required to do a simple pattern to be posted prior to start of the show. Riders are to be judged on seat, hands, and ability to control and show their horse. Pattern will include walk, jog, lope and simple changes of lead. To be shown in western tack and attire.

39. Western Horsemanship: Senior
All riders to be judged first on the rail at walk, jog, and lope both directions of the ring. Required to do a simple pattern to be posted prior to start of the show. Riders are to be judged on seat, hands, and ability to control and show their horse. Pattern will include walk, jog, lope and simple changes of lead. To be shown in western tack and attire.

40. Suitability for Reining (pattern class)
Open to horses of any age who have not won a recognized reining competition. To be judged on horse's suitability for the discipline of reining, previous reining-specific training is not expected or required. A simple reining pattern will be posted prior to the start of show. Pattern may include changes of speed within the lope, simple lead changes through the trot/jog, pivots, and halts. Factors in judging will include balance, precision, smoothness, and finesse. To be ridden in USEF legal reining bit. Judge may request bits to be dropped. Western tack and attire required.

Games and Fun Class Division.

Horses may be shown in English or Western tack with appropriate legal headgear including snaffles, mechanical hackamores, and tiedowns (Riders must use a neck strap or breast collar to secure any tie down). Only one Rider per horse permitted. Gymkhana horses may be ridden two handed. These are timed events. Incorrect patterns result in disqualification. If you happen to go off course, please exit the arena as soon as possible. Knocking over equipment will result in a 5 second penalty per knock down.

Walk Race
All riders enter together and line up at starting line. Horses are required to walk to finish line. First horse to cross finish line without breaking gait wins. Breaking stride results in disqualification.

Keyhole
rider must enter and exit a “keyhole” marked in sawdust, without stepping on or over keyhole border lines. Doing so results in disqualification. Fastest time wins.

Barrel Race
A timed event. 3 barrels shall be placed to form an isosceles triangle. Time starts as soon as the horse crosses the starting line. The rider can choose to start at the left or right barrel. Complete cloverleaf pattern, fastest time wins. 5 second penalty for knocking over a barrel. Failure to follow the course will result in disqualification.

Bribe Your Horse
Unmounted timed event in which the exhibitor leads the horse into arena with halter and lead, removes lead, then proceeds to lead the horse, without lead rope, across starting line, around a barrel, and to finish line. Bribe may be used (carrot, treat, grain, etc) but horse may not touch bribe until pattern is complete. Exhibitor must not touch horse while timer is running & exhibitor must reach the end of the pattern before the horse.