SHOW JUMPING SHOWS
At Fletchers Farm Riding School, we hold Show Jumping shows between April and September each year, and then one at Christmas. These shows are aimed at encouraging riders to try Show Jumping and are also an ideal outing for young horses or riders looking for a friendly and supportive environment to compete in.
Vaccinations update - Please note that we highly recommend your horse is vaccinated within the last 6 months but at the very least your horse must be up to date with their annual vaccinations to come to the site. Please ensure you have your horses passport with you, thank you for your co-operation.
**SHOW JUMPING dates for 2024**
Christmas Show Sunday 15th December
Sunday 15th December 2024
A fun, encouraging festive show – Christmas themed fancy dress welcome!
Starts 09:30hrs
Class 1 Christmas Cross Poles (30cm max in middle) - One round timed
Riders on the lead rein welcome / arena assistance allowed
Class 2 Candy Cane Cross poles (45cm max) Cross Poles – Two phase
No lead rein but arena assistance allowed
Class 3 Festive Fun 50cm – One round timed - uprights only – entries split into:
3A – Riding School clients
3B – Liveries/external riders
Class 4 Noel Novice 55cm – Two phase
Class 5 Christmas Cracker Pairs – 60cm-65cm
First rider jumps round a course of jumps, passes baton to second rider to then jump round same course. Fastest, clear pair wins.
** A minimum of four pairs required for this class to run**
Class 6 Santa Stakes 65cm – Two Phase
Class 7 Tinsel Trial 75-85cm – Two phase – Liveries / externals only
Class 8 Sleigh Stakes 85-95cm – Two phase – Liveries / externals only
Two Phase – If rider jumps clear round first part of the course, they ride straight onto the further fences in a timed section.
Rosettes 1st to 4th place, more if entries warrant.
Entries
All entries must pre-booked by noon on Wednesday 11th December.
A condition of entry is that you have read the attached rules & our health and safety rules on the website and agree to them
Class 1 and 3 - £7.00 Riding School Members
£9.00 Riding School Non-Members / livery / external riders
Class 2, 4, 6,7,8 - £9.00 Riding School Members
£11.00 Riding School Non-Members / livery / external riders
Class 5 pairs - £14.00 Riding school members per pair
£18.00 Riding School Non-members / livery / External riders per pair
Riding school clients horse hire charge per class is £15.00 – you must provide 3 horse choices of which are suitable for your ability to ride
Warm up indoors and classes in our large outdoor arena – Hot drinks available
Additional info for school clients:
Jumping classes can vary in length of time and therefore it is difficult to estimate exact times when riders will be able do their rounds, please allow enough time on site as these shows are informal and encouraging to allow riders to have a go.
We aim to allow a 15 minute warm up on your horse in the indoor ring before you will be expected to jump outside.
You will be expected to walk the course when it is ready on foot to learn the route and to decide how to approach your fences. If you are unsure how to do this please ask a staff member to help you.
Always carry a short whip with you if you are jumping.
Gloves must be worn, please wear jodphurs with a sweatshirt or xmas jumper if you do not have a show jacket. We do not expect our clients to buy special show gear to compete in for this show.
These shows are designed to be encouraging. Please choose appropriate classes for your experience and we would politely ask that you move up classes if you have won a number at a particular level
Show Jumping Rules
No entry will be accepted without the appropriate fee.
The course will be made of a mixture of poly/schooling jumps.
Approximate timings for classes will be published on the riding school website under show times on the Friday before the show. Riders will run in an allocated order and this will be listed on this page.
The organisers reserve the right to refuse entry, vary the order or composition of, or cancel any event in this schedule at any time.
In the event of the show being cancelled due to adverse weather conditions we will put an update onto the business facebook page as early as possible.
Classes may be split or amalgamated at the organisers' discretion.
All course heights are approximate.
Correct riding dress should be worn and hat with a fixed harness to a minimum standard of PAS 015 which meets the current BHS Approved centre guidelines must be worn by riders at all times.
Judged under BS Rules, however the Judges' decision is final.
The organisers have taken reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of everyone present. For these measures to be effective everyone must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring and must obey the instructors or the organiser, officials and stewards.
If this is your first show competing please note that we allow assistance or leading in the classes indicated on the schedule page. Please remember horses can behave differently in the ring to normal lessons or schooling at home and if you would like assistance please ask. Competitors enter classes at their own risk.
These shows are designed to be encouraging. Please choose appropriate classes for your experience and we would politely ask that you move up classes if you have won a number of times at a particular level.
Please use designated warm up area only. Do not stand on the track where others are riding and cause an obstruction. Please ride responsibly and observe menage etiquette.
Please do not re-enter the warm up arena (indoor school) once you have finished your jumping round.
No lunging allowed on the show ground.
All lorries and horse trailers to be parked in designated area. Do not leave horses or children unattended in this area. Please tidy hay/ droppings from the parking area before leaving. Parking can be restricted if the show is busy so please park close to the next horsebox or as directed by a show steward.
Please ensure that dogs are kept on a lead at all times.
Photographs of class winners / placed riders may be printed / placed onto various media including the FF website, the FF Facebook page. If you do not wish this to happen you must notify us in writing.
It is agreed that on entering the competition that you have read and agreed to the rules above.