Equestrian sports

3-day eventing is becoming ever more popular within the world of sport. Many younger riders have taken an interest into the sport after Pippa Funnell (Britain's leading eventer) won the rolex grand slam. ...more on Wikipedia about "3-Day Eventing"

The American Horse Shows Association was formed in 1917, originally a representation of 50 horse shows in the United States. In 2001, the AHSA changed its name to USA Equestrian, and was later dissolved in 2003 with the formation of the present governing body, the United States Equestrian Federation. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Horse Shows Association"

Arrowhead fences are cross-country type obstacles found in eventing. They require a great deal of accuracy, due to their narrowness. Arrowheads, as their name suggests, are triangular-shaped fences with the "point" to the ground ** . They rarely are wider than a few feet. Arrowheads require the horse to be straight between the rider's hands and legs. The horse must be honest, as it is easy for a run-out to occur at this type of obstacle, and the rider must be careful to ride the correct line to the fence. ...more on Wikipedia about "Arrowhead (fence)"

A bank is a type of cross-country obstacle found in the sport of eventing. Banks are steps up ** or down ** from one level of land to another. There may also be a "staircase" of banks ** ** , to be ridden up or down. Banks up need a great amount of impulsion from the horse, rather than speed. Banks down, or drops, should be approached slowly, with minimal impulsion, as a horse that launches off a bank may land further down the downward slope on landing, stressing the legs, or may have trouble with the striding to a fence that is situated on the landing side of the bank. Banks are part of drop fences, as well. ...more on Wikipedia about "Bank (obstacle)"

A bounce, also called a no-stride, is a fence sometimes found on the cross-country course of eventing. It is also very commonly used in grid-work or gymnastics. It consists of two fences placed close together so the horse can not take a full stride between them, but not so close that the horse would jump both fences at once. The horse "bounces" between the two jumps, landing with his front legs before immediately taking off with his hind legs. The distance between the two usually is 7-8 feet for small ponies, 9 feet for large ponies or small horses, and 9.5 to 11 feet for horses. A bounce (or several can be used in a row for more advanced horses) teaches the horse good balance, to push off with his hind end, and to fold his front end well. It can also be used to slow down a speedy horse, as a horse can not go flying over a bounce (he will knock a rail) as he could with a single jump. ...more on Wikipedia about "Bounce (jump)"

A brush fence is a type of cross-country obstacle found on the cross-country ** and steeplechase course of eventing, as well as in steeplechase racing courses. It consists of a solid base with brush sticking out on top. The fence is meant to be brushed through, in a flat jump, rather than having the horse make a rounded arc. The bullfinch is similar to the bush fence, but has higher sprigs of brush that the horse generally can not see over. ** ** ...more on Wikipedia about "Brush fence"

A bullfinch is a type of cross-country fence seen in eventing. It is made up of a solid base, with bush on top that is meant to be jumped through, rather than over ** . The bullfinch tests the horse's trust in his rider, as he does not know what will be on the other side of the fence. ...more on Wikipedia about "Bullfinch (obstacle)" http://www.shortopedia.com , this is it! shortopedia

Buzkashi (from Persian بزکشی buzkashi, buz "goat" + kashi "drawing") is a traditional Afghan sport, played from horseback. The name translates literally to " goat grabbing", implying that the game originated in the ancient practice of horseback goat-nabbing during the times of Aryans. The Aryans were skilled horse-riders who could swoop up a goat while riding a horse at full gallop. The goal of a Buzkashi player is to grab the carcass of a calf, and then get it clear of the other players, or pitch it across a goal line. ...more on Wikipedia about "Buzkashi"

The Cadre Noir are an equestrian display team based in the city of Saumur in western France. The troop was founded in 1828, and gets its name from the black uniforms that are still used today. ...more on Wikipedia about "Cadre Noir"

Calevo is a brand of equestrian products and a German electronic commerce company shipping equestrian goods worldwide. ...more on Wikipedia about "Calevo"

Campdrafting is an unique Australian Western riding Exhibition sport involving horse and riders working cattle. ...more on Wikipedia about "Campdrafting"

The classic definition of a carriage is a four-wheeled horse-drawn private passenger vehicle with leaf springs (elliptical springs in the 19th century) or leather strapping for suspension, whether light, smart and fast or large and comfortable. Compare the public conveyances stagecoach, charabanc, and omnibus. ...more on Wikipedia about "Carriage"

Classical dressage evolved from cavalry movements trained for the battlefield, and has since developed into competitive dressage seen today. Classical riding is the art of riding with, rather than against the horse, in harmony. ...more on Wikipedia about "Classical dressage"

Combined driving also known as Horse Driving Trials is an equestrian sport involving carriage driving. The sport has three phases, and is most similar to the mounted equestrian sport of eventing. Part of the challenge of combined driving is that the drivers may only communicate to their horses using their hands and voice. ...more on Wikipedia about "Combined driving" http://www.shortopedia.com, just the best. Equestrian_sports

A corner, also called an apex, is an obstacle seen on the cross-country phase of eventing. It is similar to a "fan" jump seen in show jumping. As the name suggests, the fence makes a "V" shape, that can have an angle up to 90 degrees ** . The obstacles are not seen at the lowest levels of eventing. The corner is meant to by jumped on a line perpendicular to an imaginary intersecting line of the angle ** . Due to the build of the fence, an uncommitted horse and rider pair may have a run-out at this type of obstacle. See: ** , ** , and ** . ...more on Wikipedia about "Corner (fence)"

Cross country equestrian jumping is an endurance test. The object of the endurance test is to prove the speed, endurance and jumping ability of the true cross-country horse when he is well trained and brought to the peak of condition. At the same time, it demonstrates the rider's knowledge of pace and the use of this horse across country. ...more on Wikipedia about "Cross-country equestrianism"

Ditches are commonly seen on cross country courses at all levels of eventing, and may be up to 11'10" at the advanced four-star level. Ditches test the bravery of the horse and rider, and may used alone ** or in a combination of jumps, such as in a coffin, or in front of or after a fence ** ** ** , as well as underneath as a trakehner ** . Ditches should be ridden positively forward. Most eventers increase the stride length as they approach a ditch, and keep their horse's head up so he can not look down into the obstacle and get on his forehand. The rider should never look into the ditch, but should focus ahead. ** . ...more on Wikipedia about "Ditch (obstacle)"

Donkey basketball is a variation on the standard game of basketball, played on a standard basketball court, but in which the players ride donkeys. The game, popular chiefly in the Southern United States, is usually played for its hilarity as a one-shot fundraiser event. Several commercial firms exist that provide donkeys and equipment, splitting the proceeds with the party that hires them. ...more on Wikipedia about "Donkey basketball"

The fundamental purpose of dressage (a French term meaning "training") is to develop, through standardized progressive training methods, a horse's natural athletic ability and willingness to perform, thereby maximizing its potential as a riding horse. At the peak of a dressage horse's gymnastic development, it can smoothly respond to a skilled rider's minimal aids by performing the requested movement while remaining relaxed and effortless.* This is why dressage is sometimes referred to as "Horse Ballet." Although the discipline has its roots in classical Greek horsemanship, dressage was first recognized as an important equestrian pursuit during the Renaissance in western Europe. The great European riding masters of that period developed a sequential training system that has changed little since then and is still considered the basis of modern dressage. ...more on Wikipedia about "Dressage"

The Dressage World Championship is held every four years. The best horse and rider competitions in the world compete for individual and team titles. The Dressage World Championship is held at the World Equestrian Games in conjuction with the other equestrian world championships. ...more on Wikipedia about "Dressage World Championship"

A drop fence is an obstacle commonly seen on the cross-country phase of eventing. It is a bank-style jump with a log on the take-off, requiring the horse to jump the fence and land from it a step lower than the take-off. It may be used as part of a combination (as seen below, where the rider will land, take a stride or two, before dropping into the water) or as an individual question. ...more on Wikipedia about "Drop fence"

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Endurance riding is an extremely strenuous form of horse racing, requiring the horse to complete, at the top levels, up to 100 miles. Winning riders complete these 100-mile rides in 10-12 hours. Any breed can compete, but Arabians generally dominate the top levels because of their incredible stamina and natural endurance abilities. There are currently endurance rides world-wide, and many countries are gaining interest in the sport. ...more on Wikipedia about "Endurance riding"

Equestrian competitions at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, Mexico featured team and individual competitions in show jumping, eventing, and dressage. ...more on Wikipedia about "Equestrian at the 1968 Summer Olympics"

Equestrian at the 1980 Summer Olympics was represented by 6 events. All of them, with the exception of the Individual Jumping Grand Prix, were held in the Trade Unions Equestrian Centre, which is situated in the Bitsa forest park (southern part of Moscow). Individual Jumping Grand Prix was held in the Grand Arena of the Central Lenin Stadium at Luzhniki (south-western part of Moscow). As usual for the equestrian in the Olympics, all events were mixed, i.e. not divided into men's only events and women's only events. ...more on Wikipedia about "Equestrian at the 1980 Summer Olympics"

(Equestrian vaulting) 1) Basic Seat: An astride position (the vaulter sits on the horse as a rider would), with the arms held to the side and the hands raised to ear level. Hands should be held with closed fingers and palms facing downward, with the fingers arching slightly upward. Legs are wrapped around the horse's barrel, soles facing rearward, with toes down and feet arched. Vaulter holds this position for four full strides. ...more on Wikipedia about "Equestrian vaulting" Everybody should like www.shortopedia.com

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