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What is the purpose of the riding division?
What is the purpose of the riding division?
- To teach riders how to control their horses strictly
- To showcase the most extreme and flashy riding styles
- To prepare horses for high-level competition
- To develop and further the art and sport of riding for pleasure (correct)
What must be posted no later than two hours prior to the start of any pattern-requiring class?
What must be posted no later than two hours prior to the start of any pattern-requiring class?
- The order of go
- The patterns (correct)
- The list of judges
- The class rules
Which of the following characteristics should a Gypsy Horse exhibit in this division?
Which of the following characteristics should a Gypsy Horse exhibit in this division?
- Use of unsafe or unsound equipment
- Refusal to stand quietly or back readily
- Conformation standards, quiet manners, and perform gaits on a light rein (correct)
- Extreme action and being heavy on the bit
What is the minimum age requirement for riding horses in this division?
What is the minimum age requirement for riding horses in this division?
Which type of saddle is NOT allowed in the Western classes?
Which type of saddle is NOT allowed in the Western classes?
Which of the following bridle types is NOT allowed in the Western classes?
Which of the following bridle types is NOT allowed in the Western classes?
What is the ideal head carriage for a ranch riding horse at each gait?
What is the ideal head carriage for a ranch riding horse at each gait?
What is the minimum age for a horse to compete in the ranch riding class?
What is the minimum age for a horse to compete in the ranch riding class?
Which of the following is NOT considered an optional maneuver in ranch riding?
Which of the following is NOT considered an optional maneuver in ranch riding?
What is the purpose of the extended trot and extended lope in ranch riding?
What is the purpose of the extended trot and extended lope in ranch riding?
What is the purpose of the rear cinch in ranch riding appointments?
What is the purpose of the rear cinch in ranch riding appointments?
What is the penalty for a horse breaking gait at the walk or jog for more than 2 strides?
What is the penalty for a horse breaking gait at the walk or jog for more than 2 strides?
What is the penalty for a horse displaying 'blatant disobedience' such as kicking, biting, bucking, or rearing?
What is the penalty for a horse displaying 'blatant disobedience' such as kicking, biting, bucking, or rearing?
Which of the following is considered an illegal equipment violation in ranch riding?
Which of the following is considered an illegal equipment violation in ranch riding?
How is scoring determined in the ranch riding class?
How is scoring determined in the ranch riding class?
What is the penalty for a horse being 'over-bridled' in the ranch riding class?
What is the penalty for a horse being 'over-bridled' in the ranch riding class?
According to the rules, which of the following is considered a severe penalty?
According to the rules, which of the following is considered a severe penalty?
In the Western Pleasure Gypsy Horse class, what will be considered when comparing animals that have successfully performed each gait?
In the Western Pleasure Gypsy Horse class, what will be considered when comparing animals that have successfully performed each gait?
What is the correct procedure for reversing horses in the Western Pleasure Gypsy Horse class?
What is the correct procedure for reversing horses in the Western Pleasure Gypsy Horse class?
In the Walk-Trot/Walk-Jog classes, what is not allowed?
In the Walk-Trot/Walk-Jog classes, what is not allowed?
What should the ranch pleasure horse's movement simulate?
What should the ranch pleasure horse's movement simulate?
How should the reins be held for the ranch pleasure class?
How should the reins be held for the ranch pleasure class?
In the Leadline class, what is the maximum age allowed for the rider?
In the Leadline class, what is the maximum age allowed for the rider?
Which gait(s) should be extended in the ranch pleasure class?
Which gait(s) should be extended in the ranch pleasure class?
In the Leadline class, what is the requirement for the horse's lead?
In the Leadline class, what is the requirement for the horse's lead?
How should transitions between gaits be performed in the ranch pleasure class?
How should transitions between gaits be performed in the ranch pleasure class?
In the Leading Rein class, what is the maximum age allowed for the rider?
In the Leading Rein class, what is the maximum age allowed for the rider?
Which statement best describes the ideal ranch pleasure horse?
Which statement best describes the ideal ranch pleasure horse?
According to the rules, which of the following is NOT allowed in any class?
According to the rules, which of the following is NOT allowed in any class?
How should horses work in the ranch pleasure class?
How should horses work in the ranch pleasure class?
What should the head and neck position of the Gypsy Horse be in the Western Pleasure class?
What should the head and neck position of the Gypsy Horse be in the Western Pleasure class?
In the Western Pleasure Gypsy Horse class, how should horses with naturally longer strides be judged?
In the Western Pleasure Gypsy Horse class, how should horses with naturally longer strides be judged?
What is the minimum width required for the curb strap or chain in standard curb bits?
What is the minimum width required for the curb strap or chain in standard curb bits?
In Western classes, what does the term 'Hackamore' refer to?
In Western classes, what does the term 'Hackamore' refer to?
When using split reins with a curb bit, how many hands can be used on the reins?
When using split reins with a curb bit, how many hands can be used on the reins?
What is the purpose of having a bridge when using reins with a snaffle bit?
What is the purpose of having a bridge when using reins with a snaffle bit?
What is prohibited in a Western Pleasure Class regarding bits?
What is prohibited in a Western Pleasure Class regarding bits?
What is required attire for Western Pleasure classes in terms of shirts?
What is required attire for Western Pleasure classes in terms of shirts?
What should the overall impression of a rider's attire be in a Western Pleasure class?
What should the overall impression of a rider's attire be in a Western Pleasure class?
What is the main emphasis when judging a Western Pleasure Gypsy's performance?
What is the main emphasis when judging a Western Pleasure Gypsy's performance?
How should a horse's walk ideally be characterized in Western Pleasure classes?
How should a horse's walk ideally be characterized in Western Pleasure classes?
'Pinned ears, gaping mouth, and swishing tail' are considered signs of what in Western Pleasure classes?
'Pinned ears, gaping mouth, and swishing tail' are considered signs of what in Western Pleasure classes?
What is the minimum age requirement for an adult to lead a youth exhibitor in a Leading Rein class?
What is the minimum age requirement for an adult to lead a youth exhibitor in a Leading Rein class?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the exhibitor's attire and equipment in a Leading Rein class?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the exhibitor's attire and equipment in a Leading Rein class?
What is the purpose of the lead line in a Leading Rein class?
What is the purpose of the lead line in a Leading Rein class?
What type of horses are NOT permitted in a Leading Rein class?
What type of horses are NOT permitted in a Leading Rein class?
In the Western Pleasure class, what percentage of the judging is based on the condition, fit, and appropriateness of the tack?
In the Western Pleasure class, what percentage of the judging is based on the condition, fit, and appropriateness of the tack?
Which of the following is NOT a penalty in the Western Pleasure class?
Which of the following is NOT a penalty in the Western Pleasure class?
What is the purpose of the Ranch Riding class?
What is the purpose of the Ranch Riding class?
Which of the following statements about transitions in the Western Pleasure class is correct?
Which of the following statements about transitions in the Western Pleasure class is correct?
What is the correct head position for a horse in the Western Pleasure class?
What is the correct head position for a horse in the Western Pleasure class?
In the Ranch Riding class, what should the horse's movement reflect?
In the Ranch Riding class, what should the horse's movement reflect?
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Study Notes
Western Pleasure Class
- Horses must be shown in standard curb bits with a curb strap or chain at least 1 inch wide that lies flat against the jaw when activated.
- Hackamores are allowed with a flexible, braided rawhide or leather bosal.
- Core reins can be split reins or romal reins.
- One hand can be used on the reins when using a curb bit, and the free hand can be placed with enough slack to not be used to adjust the reins.
Prohibited Equipment in Western Pleasure Class
- Nosebands
- Protective boots or leg wraps
- Bare metal over the nose or poll
- Mechanical hackamores
- Wire curb straps or chin straps thinner than 1/2 inch
- Martingales and tie-downs
- Certain bits (twisted wire mouthpiece, 3-piece, slip gag, donut, prong, or flat polo mouthpiece)
- Ports higher than 3 inches, shanks exceeding 8 inches in length
- Whips, bats, or crops
Western Attire
- Riders must wear suitable western attire, including boots, hat, and shirts with a collar and sleeves.
- Conservative, well-coordinated colors and fabrics are preferred.
- The overall impression should be clean and neat.
- Chaps and chinks are optional.
- Dress rules may be relaxed due to weather conditions, and judges must penalize contestants who do not conform.
- Spurs are optional, but excessive spurring is not allowed.
Gaits in Western Pleasure Class
- Walk: a four-beat gait that is soft, comfortable, flat, and ground-covering.
- Jog: a two-beat gait that is soft, relaxed, and comfortable, with a clean lift in the motion.
- Lope: a three-beat gait that is easy, rhythmical, and natural.
- Back: horses must back quietly, willingly, and easily in a straight line without resistance.
Judging Western Pleasure Class
- Horses are judged on overall consistency of gaits, willingness to perform, self-confidence, and balance.
- Correctness of gaits is determined by the ability to perform each respective gait.
- Quality of gaits is considered in judging, including overall correctness, presentation, expression, softness of movement, length of stride, and willingness of the rider/horse pair.
Other Classes
- Walk-Trot/Jog classes: judged similarly to Western Pleasure classes, except no canter/lope is required.
- Leadline Class: for riders 6 years of age or younger, with an adult leading the horse.
- Leading Rein Class: for riders 8 years of age or younger, with an adult leading the horse.
- Ranch Riding Class: measures the horse's versatility, attitude, and movement as a working ranch horse.
- Ranch Pleasure Class: evaluates the horse's ability to be a pleasure to ride while performing working ranch tasks.
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