Hunt seat is the usual front-seat style found in North American horse shows. Along with dressage, it is one of the two classic forms of British riding. The hunting ground is based on the fox hunting tradition. The hunting competition for seats in North America includes both flat fences and more for show hunters, who assess the movement and shape of horses, and equality classes, which assess the riders' ability either on flat fences or over fences. The term hunt seat can also refer to any of the front seat forms, including those seen in the race and the race.
Hunt seat is a popular form of riding in the United States, recognized by USHJA (Association of Hunters/Jumper United States) and the United States Horse Federation, and in Canada. While hunting seats show per se is not an Olympic discipline, many are showing the jumping competition starting with hunter-class riders and equations before moving on to the jumper division.
Video Hunt seat
Rider position
Hunt seats are also sometimes called "front seats." Ideally, a hunting chair rider has a very safe position. These include proper foot position, heel weight, soft hands, good posture, balanced chairs, upward eyes and, while working on the fence, look ahead toward the next fence.
Riders usually use the "two-point" position when jumping the fence, depending on the type of lane and the height of the fence. This position is so named because the rider has "two points" (both legs) in contact with the saddle. The rider supports his body using his legs and stirrups, keeping the heels down, closing the corners of his hips, and lifting the butt out of the saddle while keeping his head and shoulders up.
On a flat, or when used on the line between jumps, the two-point position allows the horse to have great freedom of movement because the rider's weight is lifted from behind.
Positions in two points vary according to the task. The hunter racer generally has a very upright dot, as it usually shows on very high footing and at a slower pace. Events may have more squatting positions, usually with slightly more advanced heels while riding cross country, to provide more security as they drive on various terrains to quickly race.
Maps Hunt seat
Competition type
Hunting hunting competitions are generally divided into three categories of horse performances, hunters, equity, and jumpers. Shows hunters as a group judged by behavior, way of going, and conformation. The number of sounds, the presentation of horses and riders, is often taken into account as well. The jumpers are determined by how fast the horse can complete the jump with the fewest errors, called errors. Equal riders are judged by the way they see and form the rider, and the smoothness and overall appearance of the horse and rider as a team. Related disciplines in the broad category of English hunting "seats" include evides and dressage, though the front seat hunting style equals rider seats over the fence in contrast to that of riders in cross-country competition, or a deeper, more upright position than riders, the discipline focusing on flat work excludes jumping in the competition. These activities are all distinguished from the British saddle-style seating, which is a flat-finned, flat-based discipline developed for high performing performance horses that are not meant to be displayed over the fence.
The horse
Show hunters
Horses used in hunters over fences and hunters under the saddles (or "flat" classes, not jumping) are called show hunters, and are judged on their moves, how to go, manners, and jump form. Conformations are also assessed to some extent. Thus, the horse is smooth, quiet, moving well with the desired good temperament. The associated flat classes seen in many of the breed's special competitions that are very similar to Hunter Under Saddle are the English Pleasure-Hunter Type, called "English Pleasure" in some areas and breeds. Although horse styles are somewhat different from classical hunters can be shown, the goals of good behavior, performance, quality and conformation are still emphasized.
The horse shown in the hunting grounds may proliferate, although the Thoroughbred and Warmblood types are most common, except in the horse class. Regardless of the breed, the horse must have a long stride with very little knee action, a good jumping form with the correct bascule, and should be polite. For top-level competition, movements and jump forms are becoming more and more important.
Show jumper
The jumper shows generally a horse that has more power and energy than an event hunter. Because only the ability to jump is assessed, conformation, courtesy, and walking are so important only as far as they affect the health and ability to jump. Jumper is usually taller and stronger built than hunters, often slightly faster. Some are much more temperamental, though excellent jumpers should be manageable as well as athletic. Horses can breed, though again, Thoroughbreds and Warmbloods dominate the field. Very rarely do horses as hunters and as a jumper because the temperament and movement style is very different.
Equitation
The equivalent class of hunting seats only judges the rider, including his position on the flat fence and above and overall effectiveness while driving. Therefore, it is not important that the horse has the perfect movement or jump form, but it requires a good attitude and an interesting way to go which does not detract from the performance of the rider. Although temperament is not judged, horses with easier temperaments are generally easier to drive, and therefore can help drivers show their skills.
The ideal horse riding skill of mounts has less bascule than hunter events, as it is easier for riders to maintain the correct jump position on "flattering" horses that do not throw riders out of saddles when jumping. However, the jumper show is not ideal either, as the horse may be less smooth on its way and too excited in anger for the rider to maintain a steady and true form during the course. Horses should jump safely and not carelessly rub the tracks. Horse equation movements are generally more collected than show hunters, allowing riders better adjust their pace for complex combinations.
Differences between hunter events, jumper events, and horse riding skills
Course
The most striking difference between a hunter and a jumper is the technical problem of the course. Show jumping courses include combination fences, sharp turns and some changes in direction, everything requires adjustment and athleticism. Show hunter courses include smoother lines, fewer combinations, and wider turns, reflecting the fox-hunting tradition and rhythm that are required to ride in a large field. The jumper fence can be very high, up to 5'3 "(1.60m) in the Grand Prix race, and also more than 7 '(2.2m) in the puissance class (progressive high jump), with a much larger width. on the other hand, is shown above the fence no higher than 4'6 "(as transferred in the relatively new" Hunters Performance "class), even at the highest level, but is expected to display unnecessary rhythm and elegance in the jump show.
Equitation over fences courses test the skills and forms of riders. They look like hunters, but contain more technical elements, such as a combination of intermediate difficulty, narrow turns, and difficult distance between fences, which are often seen in jump races. They often include combinations, narrow turns, and difficult distance between fences. These courses reach high 3'9 "at the highest level of competition.
Obstacle
The fences used in the show hunters course are designed to be very natural in appearance, to simulate natural cross-hunting courses. Poles and standard fences are usually natural wood or painted in conservative colors, such as white or brown. Decorative elements may include brushes or flowers. Water constraints are not included.
The obstacles used in jumper competitions are often brightly colored and sometimes even deliberately designed to look "scary." These courses usually include an open water barrier or "liverpool", and may also have a varied terrain with a fence at the top or bottom of the bank, or with a gutter under obstacles.
The constraint equations, though more complex in layout than hunters only, are usually more conservative in design than jumper barriers, closer following the hunter program.
Assess or print
The equations and the hunters of the show are judged subjectively based on ability and form (rider) and elegance, rhythm and style (horse). Equations can be judged in one round, although often "off-work" includes where the top rider returns for further testing which may consist of another jump spin, steady job, no stirring work, or horse switching, for example. Hunter courses are generally rated in one round, but classics often include two rounds for the top competitor. In most horse shows, four rounds of over-fence (one often containing 25% conformation components) and one flat class forming each hunter's section. The judge decides which combination has the finest spins and shows the journey closest to the ideal. Certain errors such as rejection will result in drastic punishment, while minor errors such as a gentle rub on a rail are slightly subject to sanctions, at the discretion of the judge. This can make judgments difficult to follow for new to show until the subtle factors considered by the judge are better understood.
Unlike the subjective judgments of hunters, showing horse jumps is more objectively punished by collecting "mistakes" if they break down or reject the obstacle (four errors), or if they exceed the optimal time. Some jumper classes also require a second round for those who jump clean (not receiving punishment) in the first round. This "jump" is judged on the accuracy and time. Competitors are placed first in the order of the fewest errors and then in the fastest sequence of times (not just the time allowed). Because the style is never taken into account, horses can jump in unusual form, take off from a bad place, or rub a rail without penalty. This objective assessment makes the jumps easy to follow although sometimes both horses and riders can show unorthodox and even unsafe forms without penalty.
Pacing
Unpopular speed in performance or equation hunters classes. A stable but forward canter is seen in the event hunter course and in equality courses. In a glide race, motorists can be punished for spending time. Therefore, a faster but stable speed is used in the jumper class. Leaps also often show greater speed over time is the essence.
Class
Horse-riding hunting classes are often shared by horses and riders' abilities, age of rider, horse or horse height, and horse requirements in that class.
Class type
class- Flat or Hunter Under the Saddlery : Horses are rated "in flat", meaning jumps are not involved. In the performance hunter class, horse movements and behavior are assessed, with important movement qualities. In the equality classes, riders' positions, seats and riders are assessed. Horses are shown on the street, running, and canters. In some classes, backing up, running long, and racing may also be necessary.
- Fun: Another class in the flat, where horse behavior and feasibility for riders is ranked higher than conformational and movement quality. Horses should look like a happy ride.
- Over-fence Class: The horse is judged on the fence. In the performance hunters classes, special attention is paid to horse jump form, course flexibility, and takeoff for each fence in the field. The judge is also looking for correct clues in turns or cleaning out flying changes, good moves, and quiet travel.
- Equalizing classes In seater equivalence classes, riders are judged in flats and over fences, with attention focused on their position between and while on leap, the ability to get a horse to a take place the right-off, the choice of the queue between the fence, and its overall effectiveness. There is also an equality class offered where riders are not required to jump, especially at lower level performances.
- Classes in hand, are also called "model" classes, these are classes that are not riding where horses are presented to judges "at hand" meaning that it is led by a handler on the ground. Horses wear only reins. Animal conformation is assessed, as well as its movement and health.
Horse restricted share
- Pony Hunter: The distribution of pony hunter is divided by horse height. Division includes small pony (12.2hh or smaller), medium horse (12.3hh to 13.2hh), and large horse (13.3hh to 14.2hh). The height of the fence in the horse class is proportional to the height of the horse. In regular competition, small bangs jumped 2'3 ", medium bangs jumped 2'6", and big bangs jumped 3 '".
The division of the hunter pony can also be determined as the Green Pony Hunter division. The Green Pony Hunter division is for the horses that are in their first year of ranking ratings. In Green Pony Hunter class, small horse jumped 2'3 ", medium bangs jumped 2'6", and big bangs jumped 2'9 ".
- Green Hunter: Green hunters are for horses who are beginning to showcase their careers. At the local level and at the C-rated horse show, Baby Green and Pre-Green Hunter divisions are often held. The altitude depends on local rules. However, most Baby Green Hunter fences are set at 2'6 "and most Pre-Green Hunter fences are set at 2'9"/3 '.
First and Second Year Green Hunters are shown under the USEF rules. According to this rule, the First Year Green Hunters are in their first year showing a fence at 3'6 ". Therefore, the fence in their class is set at 3'6". The Second Year Green Hunters are in their second year showing a fence at 3'6 ". The fence in their class is set at 3'9".
First Year Green Hunters and Second Year can also appear in the Green Conformation Coaching division. This division is the same as the previous division with one important difference. In the conformational hunter class, horses rated 60% on their movements and performance and 40% on their conformations.
- Regular Hunters: The Regular Hunters Division is for an experienced horse and rider combination. The horse is much more likely to be featured by a professional rider or coach. Fence as high as 4 '.
Ordinary hunters can also appear in the Division of Conformation Regular Development. This division is the same as the previous division with one important difference. In the conformational hunter class, horses rated 60% on their movements and performance and 40% on their conformations.
Classes restricted by riders
- Short stirrups, long stirrups, and green/novice riders: These classes are for the rider with little experience and or horse that can not jump as high as possible. Short stirrups are usually for riders 12 and under, the long stirrer class is for 13 and over, although age varies between performances. The height fence in this division is usually 2 '. The division of green riders or beginners has courses set at 2'3 "-2'6".
- Children, junior and adult are classes grouped by age, but designed for motorists with solid skills and reasonable amount of show experience. The fence is usually 3 'in amateur class of children and adults. The modified junior and amateur classes are a step forward, at 3'3 ".The highest level for both age groups is the junior and amateur ownership division, with a 3'6" fence heights. These classes can be subdivided by the height of the horse to be Large (16 hours) and Small (under 16 hours), or by the age of the rider. The USEF age division is usually 13 and under, 14-17 years, and 18 years and over. Some organizations divide the adult divisions further. Variations include 18-39 years, or 18-35, 36-49 and "silver" divisions for 50 and more riders)
- Walk/run ' is a flat class for the novice rider, which requires the rider just to walk and run. These classes are not always offered in higher-ranked events.
- First-time riders: Non-USEF class types are offered in some areas, open to newly started riders. Motorists may become unqualified for this class after one or two years of showing, or after winning a certain number of classes. These classes are not offered in higher-ranked events.
- Maiden, Novice and Limit: Restricted classes to horses or riders who have not won one, three or six first (blue) tapes in a particular division event or event approved by Certain organizations, such as USEF.
- Amateur Adult and Professional: This class division is designed to separate non-professional riders, called amateurs (because they do not get alive from riding activities) from professional riders and coaches.
Required tactics
Hunter class and equation
Hunter classes (both under saddle and above fence) have requirements for classic and plain tactics that show that hunters are easy to drive, attentive, and responsive to riders.
The saddle is usually a type of front seat (saddle jump), generally a style called "close contact," though "show" and "all-purpose" designs are seen in some areas, especially at lower levels. Saddle is usually made of brown leather, with a plain thickness, usually from the skin. The saddle pads should be white, and shaped to fit the saddle. Ideally, no more than one inch pad should appear under the saddle.
Simple bridle, with plain cavesson (noseband type in addition to the usual cavesson is forbidden) and simple, unadorned browband. Bits are also simple, with riders usually using a classic snaffle bit, either dee-ring, eggbutt, or full cheek design. Lighter bits are preferred in the hunter class. Pelham bits that include the sidewalk chains and require two sets of controls are also legal and very popular in equivalence. The bit converter is illegal.
Almost all performances prohibit martingales in "flat" or "under saddle" classes (not to jump). Martingales are only allowed in classes above the fence, and only martingale standing is legal in the hunter class. Martingale ran legal for jumper, but not for hunters. According to the USEF 2007 Regulatory Book for Hunter's division, "Martingales of any kind is prohibited in Under Saddle class, hack and tie-breaking." Marting stands are permitted for all fencing classes.All other marts can be considered unusual. "
Events breed
In some special-breed events, other types of bits, such as Kimberwicke, are sometimes legal, but are not considered a classic hunting ground, and riders who move from breed-specific to open competition are sometimes severely punished if they use equipment - traditional in open competition.
Caring and braiding
The horse should be very neat and well presented. Horse hunters and horse regulators must have manes and braided tail while showing, especially at the assessed competition. If it is not possible to braid, the mane is at least pulled neatly and lying on one side of the horse's neck. The tail dock is braided into a "French" style braid, which extends along the tail bone, with the remainder of its tail allowed to flow freely. In the United States, horse-tailed horseback is not "knocked" (cut straight in the long direction), although a bumpy tail is seen in Europe.
Horses usually have long hair that is cut short, especially around the fetlocks, jaws, and ears. In some breeds and in some places, it is common to cut the muzzle's snout as well. Many exhibitors also cut a small bridle path by shaving a few inches of the mane just behind the ear. The horses are usually bathed the day before the show, covered overnight to keep it clean, and thoroughly prepare for the competition day before entering the ring. Braiding the mane and, if applicable, the tail, often done the night before or morning of the event, but can be resolved early if precautions are taken to avoid the horse rubbing the braids.
Motorcycle clothing
Horseback riders conservatively dressed. The classic outfit for the hunter class consists of cream, brown or gray trousers, a white or bright pastel shirt, and a black, sea-blue, gray hunting jacket, a green "hunter" or dark chocolate. (Black is considered the style of dressing, however, and despite the law, less often seen in the Hunter class.) A few years, patterns that look solid in the distance, such as pinstripes, faint plaids or herringbone, are popular. In some competitions, event management may choose to override jacket requirements if the heat and humidity are very high.
The show shirt, called "ratcatcher," is a button-down shirt with a stand-alone mandarin-style collar covered by a separate and suitable choker or stock tie, the final look usually resembling a turtleneck. The traditional classic shirt is white. However, in some places and in some less formal types of competition, especially for children, pastel-colored shirts are very popular, coordinated with colors in hunting coats. Traditionally a long-sleeved shirt, but today more often short sleeves or sleeveless, though the sleeveless dress can not be worn when the jacket rules are freed. Pin stock is sometimes worn on a stock tie or choker, although the latest fad is embroidering the rider's initials on the choker.
The latest trend in Hunter Classics class and the stakes is for hunters Hunter wearing a different style coat called shadbelly. It is a short black coat cut in the center of the front but is worn long with a tail behind. The shadbelly worn with stock and pin ties and with taddersall points at the bottom. This coat is not seen in most of the hunter classes or at smaller performances, and is almost never needed. This trend has been adopted from the clothing competition in which it is shadbelly worn at the top level. However, traditional hunting riders still wear shorter hunting coats.
In some places, especially special occasions of breeds where tradition is not so strong, different colors of jackets and shirts are visible: riders occasionally wear tan, teal, light gray, or even dark purple coats with shirts in a more vibrant feel such as green, orange, pink, lavender, and blue. Non-traditional clothes are favored and sometimes punished in open competition.
Motorists are usually required to wear an approved ASTM/SEI approved horse helmet with a tied security. Although black hats and velvet-covered hats were once popular, old-style hats barely provide true protection to the head and are now banned for junior riders at times when installed, and are not allowed in riders of all ages in the class to jump.. Hats are still occasionally seen on adult riders in flat classes, and remain rather popular at breeding events. However, many adult hunting riders who do not jump also leave the hunt to support ASTM/SEI approved headgear.
Some helmets maintain a closed classic velvet look. Newer designs are characterized by wider visors, contrasting ventilation strips in the center, and, for women, hair-catching cloths on the back. The ventilation strip has given this helmet style the nickname-in-cheek "skunk helmet". Helmets with bright colors and designs are often worn by children, but are usually covered with a black velvet cover for the show.
Riders 13 years old or older generally wear high black boots with pants. Young riders who still have fast-growing legs can wear brown or black jodhpur boots (sometimes called "paddock shoes") and "jod straps" (leather worn strips under each knee for grasp) with jodhpur pants.
Dark gloves should be worn, but not necessary.
Clothing for a jumper class is similar to a hunter's hunter, though it may be less formal at a lower level. It became accepted in some areas and with some organizations for competitors to wear collared shirts, such as polo shirts, during very hot weather, rather than traditional wool hunting coat and long-arm ratcatcher. For top-level competitions, such as classics and grand prix, formal wear is usually required. These usually include brightly colored pants (usually shades of beige or pale "walnut" yellow) or white, white shirts, and dark coat. Some riders are allowed to wear red coats based on achievements in sports.
See also
- Equestrian horse
- jump position
- Equestrianism
- English saddle
- Show hunters
- Show jump
- British fun
References
Further reading
- Cronin, Paul D. School and Ride Sport Horse: a modern American hunter/jumper system.
- Fort Riley Cavalry School, Horsemanship and Horsemastership
- Harris, Susan E. Caring for Winning
- Littauer, Vladimir, Commonsense Horsemanship . 1974.
- Littauer, Vladimir, Horse Riding . 1931.
- Morris, George H. Equation of Seat Hunter.
- Self, Margaret Cabell, Horsemastership . New York, 1952.
- White-Mullin, Anna J. A Complete Guide to Training of Seat Hunters, Showcasing, and Assessing . 2008.
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