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40-697: The Royal Windsor Horse Show is a horse show held annually since 1943 for five days in May or June in Windsor Home Park . The show is the only one in the United Kingdom to host international competition for dressage , show jumping , carriage driving and endurance riding . In addition, there are over 130 showing classes. It annually attracts more than 50,000 visitors and has key sponsors, including Jaguar Land Rover through their Defender brand, Hermes, Rolex , Pol Roger and many more. The show has always had

80-451: A "leadline" or "walk-trot" division may be offered for small children or very inexperienced riders; and assorted "freestyle" classes, where a horse and rider perform a routine set to music, are also popular. Rodeos and horse pulling competitions are not technically horse shows, but they are competitive equestrian events, often with a great deal of prize money. Equestrian vaulting is not usually seen at ordinary horse shows, even though it

120-509: A 300th anniversary tribute to six British Cavalry Regiments. But international jumping classes are no longer part of the mix – just national classes 1992 – Firework finale Horse show There are several international disciplines run under rules established by the Fédération équestre internationale (FEI): The rules of the FEI govern competitions open to riders from all nations, including

160-490: A combination of the 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place colors for Champion and 2nd, 3rd, & 4th for Reserve Champion. International Federation for Equestrian Sports The International Federation for Equestrian Sports ( French : Fédération Équestre Internationale , FEI ) is the international governing body of equestrian sports. FEI was established in 1921 and its headquarters are in Lausanne , Switzerland. The FEI

200-462: A given country. However, in North America, most horse shows provide the following range of classes: English riding classes fall into two primary styles, hunt seat and saddle seat . "Hunt type" or sport horse classes include dressage, show jumping and show hunters , eventing (also called horse trials), and English pleasure or Hunter Under Saddle, also known as a "flat" class, where the event

240-616: A horse or pony must perform a short "show" (solo performance) and jump a single fence between 2 feet and 3 feet 3 inches. Most shows also include show jumping and working hunter sections. The British Horse Society oversees many shows at national, regional and local level as does the Pony Club , the British Show Pony Society and the British Show Horse Association . Breed societies, particularly those related to

280-460: A modern, sustainable and structured manner with guaranteed integrity, athlete welfare, equal opportunity and a fair and ethical partnership with the horse. By 2024 FEI World Cup Finals (show jumping and dressage) : Source: The first Olympics held under its authority were in 1924. Jumping, Dressage and Eventing have been a part of the Olympics since 1912. Para-Equestrian Dressage has been part of

320-594: A new and still much-loved coaching marathon, for which four-in-hand teams assemble in the main arena and depart for a six-mile drive. 1950 – Live TV coverage A new class for polo ponies is introduced – another popular royal sport. And the BBC puts out its first live broadcast from the show. 1951 – First evening performance The first floodlit evening performance takes place during Festival of Britain year 1952 – The King dies King George VI dies in February of this year, and

360-699: A number of events for horses and ponies driven in harness , including Fine harness classes for saddle seat-type horses, Roadster classes that use equipment similar to that of harness racing , and the FEI-sanctioned sport of combined driving . Miniature horses also have their own shows with a number of specialized classes. Most horse shows offer Halter classes, also called "breeding", "conformation", or "in-hand" classes. In these classes horses are led without saddles, not ridden, judging conformation and gaits . To train young equestrians in halter showing techniques, horse showmanship classes are offered. They are

400-599: A regular part of the schedule – and remain so today 1982 – The Duke’s win The Duke of Edinburgh, a regular competitor here, wins the Horse Teams class in the International Driving Grand Prix with HM The Queen’s team of bays, his only triumph in this class, “though I came second five times!” he writes later. Happy anniversaries THE FIFTH DECADE (1983 to ’92) 1985 – Cavalry tribute The show hosts

440-443: A solid competitor might break even on entry fees and, if they are quite lucky, cover some travel expenses. Most money made from showing horses is indirectly earned by breeding fees paid for top horses, the sale of their offspring, or from the training fees paid to top trainers. Trophies are usually awarded to the first place horse in a class, depending on the size of the show. In a championship event, trophies may be awarded to both

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480-574: A ‘Wings for Victory’ week-long wartime fundraising effort, the show was soon a hit. The brainchild of Geoffrey Cross and Austrian-born horse producer Count Robert Orssich, it was attended by The King (who agreed to become patron the following year) and Queen and their daughters. Princess Elizabeth won the Single Private Driving Turnout Class. Today’s supply chain issues were nothing compared to those suffered in World War Two. After

520-705: Is Equine Canada (EC). In the United Kingdom there is a distinct difference between "horse competitions" such as dressage or eventing and horse shows. Horse shows provide an opportunity for riders and owners to exhibit their animals without taking part in any of the Olympic disciplines. Classes are divided into ridden and in-hand sections and there are many different classes for different horses and ponies. For example, there are classes for mountain and moorland pony breeds , show hunters , show hacks , equitation , and show pony classes . Many clubs hold riding club classes, where

560-412: Is an FEI-recognized equestrian sport. Games, such as Gymkhana or O-Mok-See competition are usually held separately from ordinary horse shows, though a few of these "speed" events may be thrown in as "fun classes", particularly at 4-H , Pony Club , and other small shows. Prize money is sometimes awarded, particularly at larger competitions. The sum varies by the placing of the rider, the prestige of

600-420: Is judged on presentation, manners and rideability of the horse. "Saddle seat" or "saddle type" classes are all on the flat and are variations on English Pleasure, though the high action "Park" style classes differ because they emphasize brilliant trotting action. Equitation classes judge the form and ability of the rider. Show jumping, eventing and dressage are sometimes called "Olympic" events, because they are

640-606: Is responsible for drafting and enforcing regulations within the six disciplines under its jurisdiction. Besides regulation, overseeing all international competitions and Championships, overseeing and cooperating with all affiliated national federations, overseeing and educating officials and registering riders and horses are core tasks of the FEI. As an umbrella equestrian organisation, the FEI focuses on promoting equestrian sport, attracting and cooperating with sponsors, media and fans, and representing equestrian sport on various online and offline channels. An FEI code of conduct protects

680-729: Is the wife of Reg Cleland who was the longest serving Chairman of the Victorian branch of the EFA which was in turn responsible for running The Barastoc Horse of The Year Show the premier horse Show in Australia for over 40 years and under the direction of Fran Cleland introduced Newcomer, Show-hunter, leading rein, first ridden, owner rider and working Hunter classes into the Australian Show Horse scene. The governing body for Equestrian activities in Canada

720-539: The 4-H program in the United States. Horse shows in Australia are governed by Equestrian Australia (EA), Show Horse Council of Australia and different breed societies. Much of the development of the show horse discipline (also referred to as saddle horse) was developed over the last 40 years by Fran Cleland through her involvement with the Equestrian Australia's Victorian branch (now known as EV). Fran Cleland

760-856: The British Showjumping Association (BSJA), and eventing is overseen by British Eventing . The United States Equestrian Federation is the American national body for equestrian sport and is also the recognized entity overseeing the Olympic-level United States Equestrian Team . It also organizes and sponsors horse shows for many horse breeds who wish to use the drug testing, judge certification and standardized rulemaking process of USEF. In addition, USEF sanctions events in disciplines and lower-level competitive areas that are not internationally recognized, such as show hunter and equitation . Other US organizations such as

800-712: The National Cutting Horse Association , United States Eventing Association (USEA) and United States Dressage Federation (USDF) organize competitions for specific disciplines, such as cutting , and some breed organizations such as the American Quarter Horse Association sanction their own breed-specific shows. Horse shows in the United States take several forms: Some are restricted to a particular breed, others are "open" or "all-breed" horse shows, which offer classes to all breeds as well as breed-specific classes for many different breeds. In

840-579: The Olympic games and the World Equestrian Games . At the other end of the competition spectrum, Pony Club is an international movement that teaches young people riding skills suitable for English riding competitions. To help develop positive experience and good sportsmanship, Pony Clubs also sponsor horse shows open only to young people under the age of 18 and their horses. Various nations have similar programs for developing young equestrians, such as

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880-693: The Welsh pony and Arabian horse , also organise their own shows. At local, unaffiliated level, riding clubs across Britain organise regular shows, which are often staffed by volunteers. The newly formed Showing Council is working towards officially overseeing all horse shows (non-FEI disciplines). The Olympic equestrian disciplines are overseen by the British Equestrian Federation . There are several subdivisions. Dressage competitions are held separately from regular horse shows and are overseen by British Dressage , show jumping competitions are overseen by

920-638: The FEI disciplines and age categories. Events include: The FEI was formed in 1921 with the joining of the national organizations of Belgium, Denmark, France, Italy, Japan, Norway, Sweden and the United States of America . Today, there are 136 National Equestrian Federations affiliated with the FEI. On March 2, 2022, in the wake of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine , the FEI banned Russian and Belarusian athletes, horses, and officials from FEI events, and subsequently an FEI Tribunal panel dismissed an appeal by Russia's Federation of Equestrian Sports challenging

960-416: The FEI global disciplines. The FEI World Cup is an indoor series and takes place throughout the world with qualifying leagues leading to a final in each of the disciplines. The FEI World Cup series began with show jumping in 1978 and has since been extended to the disciplines of dressage, driving, and vaulting. Main events include: Source: FEI World, Continental and Regional Championships are held in all

1000-787: The Paralympic games since 1996. Jumping has been part of the Youth Olympic Games since its creation in Singapore in 2010. The FEI has organized the FEI World Equestrian Games every four years since 1990. The idea of the World Equestrian Games (WEG) came into being in the mid-1980s and was strongly supported by HRH Prince Philip , who was then FEI President. The WEG encompasses the World Championship titles in all

1040-473: The champion and the reserve champion, and at a national or international show trophies are sometimes given to the top five to ten competitors. Other types of objects, such as dishes, trays, or plates, are sometimes given out as alternates to trophies. Medals are given at international events such as the World Equestrian Games and the Olympics . Usually only three medals—gold, silver, and bronze—are awarded to

1080-473: The equestrian sports included in the Olympic Games . Western or stock horse competition includes working cattle events, such as cutting , team penning and working cow horse in the United States, and campdrafting in Australia. They also include "dry" classes (without cattle) that include western pleasure , reining and equitation . There are also specialized classes for draft horse showing , and

1120-587: The first show, the Superintendent of the Royal Mews wrote to the Timber Control Department requesting permission to buy £10 of Windsor Great Park’s own timber to make its own show jumps the following year. “His Majesty The King hoped I would be successful in obtaining a licence,” he added. It was soon granted. 1947 – The show expands The show runs for three days with classes ranging from hacks to

1160-667: The greatest names in British show jumping compete in the 1970s, including Johnny Kidd, Caroline Bradley, Harvey Smith, Marion Mould, David Broome and more – even the great pony Stroller. The first international driving event runs – the brainchild of the Duke of Edinburgh 1972 – Richly Royal Princess Anne makes a first competitive appearance, coming fourth in the combined training on Purple Star. Memorable milestones THE FOURTH DECADE – 1973 to ’82 1973 – Driving championships The European Driving Championships are held concurrently with

1200-422: The halter equivalent of equitation because the handler, not the horse, is judged. Classes may be broken down by the age of horse or rider, by the number of first place ribbons earned by horse or rider, and by size or breed of horse or pony. In addition, there are numerous other regional or specialty classes that may be offered. Various types of costume classes are frequently offered; sidesaddle classes are common;

1240-539: The honour being attended by royalty and the Late Queen Elizabeth II was patron to the show up to her death in 2022. The current president of the show is HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. The show is run by the HPower Group. From small beginnings to national TV THE FIRST DECADE – 1943 to ’52 1943 – Raising funds for Spitfires FROM small beginnings as a Wednesday afternoon horse and dog show as part of

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1280-458: The ladies hunter on Miss Stubbings’s Desert Storm. She was to become a dressage legend in later years under her married name Jennie Loriston Clarke. 1962 – Dressage grows By now the show includes dressage classes contested by riders from France and Germany as well as Britain. But they meet with awful weather A golden age as the show grows THE THIRD DECADE – 1963 to ’72 1965 – Cancellation! A nationwide outbreak of equine flu caused

1320-457: The last few decades, American open horse shows have tended to become specialized by discipline into hunter - jumper or "sport horse" shows, dressage shows, and shows featuring English or Western riding events. However, there are still some multi-day, all-breed events that feature multiple breeds and disciplines. There are a range of competitive equestrian events available and specific offerings range widely by nation and even by region within

1360-685: The show runs in July instead of its usual May dates The world’s best riders arrive THE SECOND DECADE – 1953 to ’62 1954 – Services Jumping starts The Queen donates a Challenge Cup for a Services Team Jumping contest – still a popular event. It takes place on one of the new floodlit evening sessions. 1960 – Olympic practice Alongside quirky classes for the “best trained police horse”, Britain’s Olympic showjumpers and dressage team contest special classes laid on for them. The Australian eventers – including Badminton winner Bill Roycroft – have “training practice” here too. A young Miss Jennie Bullen wins

1400-466: The show, and the difficulty of the class. Horse shows do not offer cash purses as large as in the Thoroughbred racing industry, though a few of the biggest show jumping, cutting and reining competitions may offer purse money into the low five figures. However, most show horses in the United States, especially those at the amateur levels, rarely win significant cash prizes during their show career. At best,

1440-733: The show. The Duke of Edinburgh competes as an individual for Britain 1978 – Saluting the Pony Club Thursday evening celebrates the Pony Club’s 50th anniversary with jumping and mounted games classes, a polo match and musical ride. A celebrity team jumping contest includes top names riding for their “local branch” included Douglas Bunn (the HH), Lucinda Prior Palmer (RA Salisbury Plain), Nicky Henderson (the Craven), David Broome, Richard Meade, Caroline Bradley and others. By 1980, Pony Club mounted games become

1480-425: The show’s first cancellation. But it is not held back for long. 1968 – Celebrating 25 years A fourth day is added to the schedule as the show turns 25. A parade of The Queen’s horses and carriages includes State Landaus to the “Balmoral Sociable” built for Queen Victoria. 1970 – a golden age The Queen visits now with a young Prince Edward, who in 2022 succeeds his late father as the show’s president. Some of

1520-408: The top three individuals or teams. Rosettes or ribbons are often given for the top placings in a class. Often ribbons are given through the top six place entries, although some of the larger shows may award ribbons to the top ten. Ribbon color varies from country to country, as shown in the following chart. Champion & Reserve Champion ribbons are commonly called Tri-colors . They are usually

1560-469: The welfare of the horses from physical abuse or doping. On 2 March 2022, in the wake of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine , the FEI banned Russian and Belarusian athletes, horses, and officials from FEI events, and subsequently an FEI Tribunal panel dismissed an appeal by Russia's Federation of Equestrian Sports challenging the ban. The FEI recognizes six disciplines under global governance in both regular and para-equestrianism competition: Reining

1600-562: Was an FEI discipline from 2000 until 2021. The following two disciplines are under regional governance: The FEI does not govern or provide rules for horse racing ( International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA)) or polo , but in the latter case, it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federation of International Polo (FIP). To grow the unique and mutually beneficial bond between horse and human in sport globally. To drive and develop equestrian sport globally in

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