A unique 3-day learning opportunity
Phase one.
Over fences format using open numerical scoring system; two judges delivering one score; course to consist of Equitation Type Course using fences and track similar to a National Final with fences set at 3’3″. Judges are paired with a scribe who keeps track of Judges’ comments on a comment card given to competitor prior to the evening Forum.
Phase two.
Mandatory participation by riders and trainers for an evening social & video presentation followed by a Q&A between the judges, trainers, and riders. Presentation by Mental Skills Coach also included.
Location: The Ritz Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Phase three.
All riders from Phase One who received a score are invited to compete in Phase Three (second over fences round) – upon reverse order of score. Should a rider who was eliminated in PHASE ONE wish to compete they will be eligible to ride at the beginning of the start order however will not be considered for an award. Over fences format using open numerical scoring system; two Judges delivering one score. Course to consist of Equitation Type Course using fences and track similar to a National Final with fences set at 3’3″. Judges are paired with a scribe who keeps track of Judges’ comments on a comment card which will be given to competitor upon completion of the Final Phase. Phase One and Phase Three (second over fences round) Scores added together for final score; Ties are broken by the score received in Phase Three; Additional Testing of the Top 6; Work-off scored using a numerical scoring system, however not to be announced – only noted along with Judges’ comments on comment card and will be added to the Phase One and Phase Three scores for a total final score. Ribbons and Awards to Twelfth; Winning Trainer to receive $10,000; Winning Rider to receive a Butet Saddle.
