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The Hunter/Jumping Seat Equitation division is divided into two different types-Hunter Seat and Jumping Seat.  Both types of Equitation classes are designed to teach riders proper form and style, with riders being judged on position and style both over fences and on the flat.  Riders should be accurate and stylish while using invisible aids and trying to make their rounds seem completely effortless.

In Hunter Seat Equitation classes, courses are hunter-style courses with the majority of fences resembling those that would traditionally be found in the hunt field.  Bridles and bits permitted in the Hunter Seat Equitation classes are more traditional hunter-style tack, i.e. snaffles and pelhams along with cavesson nosebands.

In Jumping Seat Equitation classes, courses are jumper-style courses with the majority of fences and tracks resembling those that would traditionally be found in the jumper ring. Additional jumper-type tack is permitted including gags and two or three-ring bits as well as flash, drop, and figure eight nosebands.  Additionally, if martingales are used, they must be running martingales.

 

Contact

Ashley Hudson, National Breeds & Disciplines Hunter Program Manager: [email protected] | 859-225-6969

Department Email

Hunter Department
[email protected]

Committee

National Hunter Committee

 

The United States Hunter Jumper Association

Recognized National Affiliate Association

The USHJA, as the National Affiliate for the Hunter/Jumper discipline, promotes the sport and the well-being of its participants, offers broad based education for its members, and provides the framework for the conduct of the sport. You can visit the USHJA at their website:  www.ushja.org

 

 

Find out which competitions have qualifying classes for the Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final, USEF/NCEA Junior Hunter Seat Medal Final, and Marshall & Sterling/USEF Pony Medal Final here: https://www.usef.org/search/competitions/equitation-search.

Programs

9/1/2024 through 8/31/2025
The Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final event is comprised of multiple rounds and judged on equitation over a course set at 3’6”.
8/21/2024 through 8/20/2025
The USEF/NCEA Junior Hunter Seat Medal class is designed to introduce riders to the National Collegiate Equestrian Association and their format of collegiate riding.

Additional Resources

USEF Hunter Discipline Sponsorship Opportunities

A packet which includes sponsorship opportunities within the Hunter/Jumping Seat Equitation Discipline at USEF for National Championships and Events.