See Prix Caprilli II information here

 

Please contact Amanda Wilson at (512) 422-7134 or amanda@hycourtfarm.com for additional information.

 

 

Sport Horse Versatility - These classes are designed to promote the developing and competing of horses who are willing partners, better prepared for life, refined in their responsiveness and confident of their abilities...in and out of the arena. SHV is a two phase test comprised of a Refined Riding Phase, which is currently a dressage test of choice (tests must be chosen from correlating levels) and a Working Phase which is an obstacle course. The Working Phase will be ridden outdoors in a natural setting. No jumping is required. See descriptions of SHV levels below. Classes may be combined for placing at the show managements discretion. Additional information about Sport Horse Versatility is available at www.HyCourtFarm.com or www.SportHorseVersatility.com

 

**NEW** Introductory SHV is the most basic test of horsemanship. In the Working Phase, a simple course of 6-9 obstacles will be ridden in a natural setting at the walk and trot. No jumping is required. The working phase will be judged on the rider’s display of accuracy, thoughtful presentation of obstacles to the horse and overall smoothness of the course. For the Refined Riding Phase, rider can select a test of choice from either Intro or Training Level.

 

**NEW** Intermediate SHV is a somewhat more challenging test of horsemanship and developing skills. In the Working Phase, a course of 7-10 obstacles will be ridden in a natural setting. Course may include walk, trot and canter but no jumping will be required. Emphasis at this level of versatility will be on advancement of skills demonstrated in Intro level and an understanding of the more technical, accurate aspects of horsemanship. In the Refined Riding phase, riders can select a test of choice from First or Second Level.

 

Hunter Versatility - A two phase test comprised of a Rideability Phase, similar to an under-saddle class on the flat, and a Working Phase which is an obstacle/jumping course. Three classes will be offered; Suitability and Class A will exhibit at a walk and trot only. Class B will exhibit at a walk, trot and canter. Horse/rider teams may not cross enter levels of Hunter Versatility, or may show Hors Concours at the higher level.

 

In the Rideability Phase, riders will present their horse at the specified gaits. Judging will be on general way of going suitable for a field hunter, smoothness of transitions, manners and quietness. Riders may be asked to individually rein back or perform simple movements.

 

In the Working Phase, riders will compete over a natural hunt course with undulating terrain. Riders will be asked to jump and perform tasks as though in the hunt field. The obstacles can include crossing shallow water and jumping narrow fences. Suitability will have crossrails for fences. Class A - maximum height of fences 2’ Class B - maximum height of fences 2’6”

In-Hand Versatility - Exhibitors will show their horses in-hand over a course of 6-9 obstacles at a walk and trot. See Sport Horse Versatility Working Phase. Open to yearlings and up. Horses may be shown in a suitable bridle or leather, nylon or rope halter. Stud chains are not permitted. Handlers may carry a dressage whip/crop.

 

Dressage tests from Intro through Fourth Level are available.

 

Prix Caprilli provides an opportunity for the horse and rider to demonstrate elementary skills in dressage and jumping. The horse must softly accept the bit and may show more roundness in the parts of the test separate from the jumps. Trot work to be done posting. Refusals will be penalized as an error of course. Knockdowns will be penalized at the judge’s discretion.

 

Hy Court Farm offers spacious, well planned show grounds with ample parking and warm-up areas. Water is easily available and clean restroom facilities are convenient.

Ride times will be posted on the website, www.HyCourtFarm.com, by 9:00pm on the Friday evening before the show.

 

Show grounds open at 7am. Versatility and Hunter courses will be open for course walk at 7am the morning of the show. Schooling of horses on the versatility course prior to classes is not permitted.

 

Show starts at 9:00am. If number of entries warrant, start time may be earlier. In the event of an earlier start, it will be posted on the website www.HyCourtFarm.com by the Friday before the show.

 

Stabling is available on a limited basis. Day pens available (12’ x 12’ wood or metal panel construction) for $10/horse. Limited overnight/ paddocks are available for $20/night. Includes shelter, water, and night check.

 

Grounds fee for non-competing horses $15. Horses entered in the show will have priority over non-competing horses for day pens and paddocks.

 

Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the show. Exhibitors are welcome to bring their own coolers however alcoholic beverages are NOT permitted

 

 

 

Judges are selected by their high credentials, commitment to refined horsemanship and commitment to the local horse community. Judges will be posted on the website prior to the show date. The Judge’s decisions are final and must be accepted in a sportsmanlike manner. 

 

Poor sportsmanship may cause disqualification and can result in expulsion from grounds. Hy Court Farm believes that fair and friendly competition develops Sportsmanship. All facets of sport should reflect courage, patience, good temper and unselfishness.

The Horse Show Management reserves to itself the right to interpret all questions and conditions in regard to or arising out of any incident in the show without claims for damages or recourse of any kind. All questions not covered in these rules and regulations shall be decided by the Horse Show Management, their decision to be final.

 

The Horse Show Management reserves to itself the right to refuse, accept conditionally, or to cancel any entries, disqualify riders or exhibitors, prohibit exhibition of entries and cancel award prizes, without claim to damages; to change, cancel or combine any classes, to reschedule classes after due notice to exhibitors, or to change rings or rotate judges.

 

Competitors, trainers, agents, riders or handlers, parents, spectators or associates who cause undo furor or perceived danger to themselves or others, as determined by Show Management, will be asked to remain separated from other competitors or, should the problem be deemed unmanageable, will be asked to leave the show grounds.

 

Entry into show constitutes acceptance of both the original AND rain date. In the event of inclement weather, the show will be moved to the rain date; however the closing date of the horse show (for changes to entries and cancellations) will remain the Wednesday prior to the original date. 24 hour notification of this change will be given to all participants. All fees will be carried over to the rain date. In the event that it is necessary to cancel the rain date also, a full refund will be made. Rain dates for 2010 are listed on the website at www.HyCourtFarm.com

Scratch policy - In the event of scratch/cancellation, a refund of entry, paddock/day pen fees will be made only if the entry can be filled from the waiting list, less a $10.00 office fee. 

Monica Adams Photography is the official photographer for the Hy Court Farm 2010 Horse Shows. Any other commercial photography without prior consent of show management is forbidden

Closing Date- Entry information, fees and Coggins must be received by the Show Secretary by the Wednesday prior to the show. 

 

Online Registration is available through the Hy Court Farm website at www.hycourtfarm.com, and payment may be made at time of registration with PayPal. Contact Show Secretary with questions.

Versatility Classes - Riders may enter more than one Versatility class with the exception of cross-entering levels of SHV with the same horse/rider combination. Each Versatility course will have modifications. Versatility courses will be open for walking prior to the start of the class. No schooling of the course is permitted prior to the show.

 

Tack rules - USDF rules apply for all dressage tests including Prix Caprilli with the exception that bitless bridles (non-mechanical type) will be permitted. USEA Hunter rules apply for Hunter Versatility with the exception that martingales of any sort, standing or running, are not allowed. Boots and bandages are not permitted in any judged class.

Dress code - Appropriate schooling attire required, e.g. boots, breeches, shirt with collar. Jackets are waived. Clothing should be neat and clean. Approved helmets must be worn at ALL times when mounted. Braiding is not required.

 

Lunging is permissible in open areas on the grounds and in the round pen only. No lunging in warm-up arenas! Vienna reins are prohibited.

 

Entry and scratch policy - Changes to entries must be made no later than the closing date (Wednesday prior to the show). After the closing date, no changes will be made. If you must cancel after the closing date, a refund of entry and paddock/day pen fees will be made only if the entry can be filled from the waiting list, less a $10 office fee. 

Competition arenas will NOT be available for warm-up or schooling purposes before or during the show. Use of competition arenas for warm-up purposes will result in elimination. Schooling in competition arenas will be permitted for one hour after completion of the show.

Stallions - Well behaved stallions are always welcome. Rider/handlers must be over 18.

Friendly dogs are welcome but MUST be kept on a leash at all times. Please bring proof of rabies vaccination.

 

 

Classes may be combined or cancelled at the discretion of show management. Classes may be split into JR/YR, Amateur and Open divisions if entries warrant.

 

Rosettes will be given for first through sixth place.

 

Points totals will be totaled using BOTH the Spring and Fall show series results, and the horse/rider combination with the highest total at the end of the season will be the Year End Grand Champion. The horse/rider combination with the second highest total will be the Year End Reserve Grand Champion. Year End Champion will receive $500 and a Champion ribbon. The Reserve Champion will receive $100 and a Reserve Champion ribbon.

 

Riders will be permitted one change of horse during the season to retain eligibility for High Point Championship. This takes into consideration sale of horse, injury or other situation.   Once a change has been made, changing back to the original horse is not permitted.

 

Points will be awarded as follows - Every horse in the class is awarded one point for each horse they beat plus one point. For example, the winner of a ten horse class gets ten points and the tenth horse gets one point. In a five horse class, the winner gets five points and the fifth place horse gets one. All Versatility class placings earn DOUBLE points!

 

Monica Adams Photography is sponsoring awards for the High Scoring Dressage Ride and High Scoring Sport Horse Versatility Ride at each show. Winners will receive an 8” x 10” photograph of their choice compliments of Monica Adams Photography.

 

Lonestar Outreach to Place Ex-racers (LOPE). sponsors an award for the High Scoring Thoroughbred at each of the shows throughout the year. All purebred Thoroughbreds are eligible for this award.

 

Outstanding horsemanship may be recognized by Show Management with special recognition.

 

 

From Austin: From I-35, take Hwy 71 East towards Bastrop. Go approximately 15 miles to Hwy 21. Turn right on Hwy 21, towards San Marcos. Go 7 miles to FM 535 in Cedar Creek. Turn left on FM 535. Go 4.7 miles and the driveway is on the left. 4656 FM 535 Watch for signs!

 

From Lockhart: Take Hwy 20 North to Rockne. Go left on FM 535 Go 2.7 miles and the driveway is on the right. 4656 FM 535 Watch for signs!