Vermont Hunter Jumper Association

New Divisions for 2025!

101. LEADLINE TRADITIONAL

Open to riders 8 years old and under to be led by an adult on foot. To walk and trot individually at the judges discretion. All riders will receive a BLUE ribbon. All riders who are VHJA members and who participate in at least three(3) shows will receive a Champion ribbon as a year-end award. Riders in the Leadline class may also compete in the Pre-Beginner division.

PRE-BEGINNER DIVISION

099. PRE-BEGINNER HORSEMANSHIP

Open to riders 8 years old and under, and may be led by an adult on foot. To be judged as an equitation class at the walk and trot individually or as a group at the judges discretion.  Handlers/Trainers may lead in hand, stand nearby, or stand in the middle of the ring.  Handler/Trainer positioning will not be rewarded in judging. The judge will ask one question of each contestant.  Points will be awarded towards year-end awards. In the event of a tie for Champion, the Pre-Beginner Poles class will break the tie. In order to qualify for Champion of the division, the Traditional Leadline class must also be entered.

100. PRE-BEGINNER POLES

Open to riders 8 years old and under, and may be led by an adult on foot. To be judged as an equitation class at the walk and trot individually over a simple course of 4 group poles.  Handlers/Trainers may lead in hand, stand nearby, or stand in the middle of the ring.  Handler/Trainer positioning will not be rewarded in judging. Points will be awarded towards year-end awards. In the event of a tie for Champion, the Pre-Beginner Poles class will break the tie. In order to qualify for Champion of the division, the Traditional Leadline class must also be entered.

JUNIOR/ADULT AMATEUR WALK-TROT

106. JUNIOR/ADULT AMATEUR WALK-TROT EQUITATION: Open to Junior and Adult Amateur riders show age 13 and up. Riders may not compete over fences in any class at the same show. To be shown at a walk and trot both ways of the ring.  Riders may also compete in the Preliminary Adult Hunt Seat Division or other eligible flat classes.

107. JUNIOR/ADULT AMATEUR WALK-TROT PLEASURE: Open to Junior and Adult Amateur riders show age 13 and up. Rider may not compete over fences in any class at the same show. To be shown at a walk and trot both ways of the ring.  Light contact of the horse’s mouth is required. To be judged on manners, performance, quality, presence and soundness. Riders may also compete in the Preliminary Adult Hunt Seat Division or other eligible flat classes.

108. JUNIOR/ADULT AMATEUR TROT POLES: Open to Junior and Adult Amateur riders show age 13 and up. Rider may not compete at the canter or over fences in any class at the same show. To be shown at a walk and trot both ways of the ring.  Light contact of the horse’s mouth is required. To be judged on manners, performance, quality, presence and soundness. Riders may also compete in the Preliminary Adult Hunt Seat Division or other eligible flat classes.