Questions and Answers
What is Hunter Under Saddle?
What is the purpose of Hunter Under Saddle?
Judge quality of movement of the hunt seat horse
Which of these are not part of the judging criteria for Hunter Under Saddle?
What does 'Broke and Quiet' signify in judging?
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Define 'Soft and Smooth' in the context of horse movement.
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What does 'Way of Going' refer to?
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What does 'Functionally Correct' mean in horse evaluation?
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What is the class procedure for Hunter Under Saddle?
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Define 'Walk' in Hunter Under Saddle.
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What characterizes the 'Trot' in horse evaluation?
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Describe the 'Canter' in Hunter Under Saddle.
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What does 'Fault' refer to in horse evaluation?
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List one type of fault associated with a horse's movement.
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What is a penalty or disqualification in horse evaluation?
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Study Notes
Hunter Under Saddle Overview
- Hunter Under Saddle is an elementary hunt seat class focused on evaluating horse movement.
- The class is conducted as a flat class, with no jumping involved.
Purpose of the Class
- The primary goal is to assess the quality of movement in hunt seat horses.
Judging Criteria
- Key judging criteria include being broke and quiet, showcasing soft and smooth movements, exhibiting functionally correct gaits, and demonstrating an appropriate way of going.
Broke and Quiet
- This is considered the most crucial criterion for judging horses in the class.
Soft and Smooth
- Movement quality is highlighted, prioritizing ease and fluidity over speed.
Way of Going
- Reflects the horse's overall movement quality and rhythm.
Functionally Correct
- Ensures horses demonstrate proper leads and gaits during the class.
Class Procedure
- Horses must perform at a walk, trot, and canter in both directions of the ring.
- Gait changes can occur at the flat-footed walk or trot, depending on the judge's discretion.
Details of Gaits
- Walk: Should be forward, rhythmical, and flat-footed; penalties for extremely slow or fast walks.
- Trot: A long, low ground-covering stride that is cadenced; smoothness is prioritized over speed, with penalties for excessive knee or hock action.
- Diagonal in Trot: Involves a rise and fall pattern synchronized with the hoof on the outside wall.
- Canter: Should be smooth and relaxed, with suitable, ground-covering strides; penalties for over-collection or excessive speed.
Faults and Penalties
- Faults may include:
- Quick, short, or vertical strides during any gait.
- Being on the incorrect lead or diagonal.
- Breaking gait, showing excessive speed or slowness.
- Failure to take appropriate gaits.
- Improper head carriage (too high or low).
- Over-flexing or straining in neck posture.
- Excessive nosing out.
- Lack of light contact with the horse's mouth.
- Stumbling or falling.
- Showing signs of lethargy or exhaustion.
Disqualification Criteria
- Refusal to back onto the judge's command leads to penalties or disqualification.
- Consistently showing too far off the rail may also result in penalties.
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This quiz covers key concepts related to evaluating horses in the Hunter Under Saddle class. Explore definitions, judging criteria, and essential characteristics that judges look for in hunt seat horses. Perfect for anyone studying equine evaluation or preparing for competitions.
