Endurance is a long-distance sport covering variations in altitude, terrain, and weather that tests the fitness and stamina of the horse as well as the athlete’s discipline and horsemanship skills. Periodic checkpoints occur throughout the competition to ensure the health and fitness of the horse and athlete. Given their ability to meet and master physical challenges, it’s no surprise that Arabian horses and their close kin dominate in this discipline. Many other breeds can also make great endurance partners, such as Paso Finos, Morgans, Connemaras, and American Saddlebreds!

Learn more about competing in endurance at US Equestrian!


Athletes

Kelsey Russell
Rae Shumate-Tysor
Mark Dial

In The News

Applications Now Open for 2025 USEF Endurance Competition and U.S. FEI Endurance Officials Grants

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Nov 14, 2024, 8:00 AM EST

“Having a Goal Like Running Against Horses Gave Me Hope”

by Debbie Elliot | Nov 7, 2024, 3:29 PM EST

How to Host an FEI Endurance Event Guide Available Now from US Equestrian

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Oct 29, 2024, 8:00 AM EST

Holly Corcoran and Kelsey Russell Complete 2024 FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors

by Leslie Potter/US Equestrian | Sep 10, 2024, 11:00 AM EST

Why Endurance ‘Truly is a Horsemanship Sport’

by Debbie Elliot | Sep 3, 2024, 10:15 AM EST