Show Master Virtual Horse Show

1. Halter Pony/Mini
2. Halter Weanling/Yearling
3. Halter 2-Year-Olds
4. Halter Stock Mares
5. Halter Stock Geldings
6. Halter Pleasure/Hunter Mares
7. Halter Pleasure/Hunter Geldings
8. Halter Stallions
9. Halter Senior Horses

10. Showmanship – 18 & Over
11. Showmanship – 17 & Under
12. Showmanship Walk, Trot – 18 & Over
13. Showmanship Walk, Trot – 17 & Under

14. Lead line: 8 & under

15. Hunter Under Saddle Walk, Trot, Canter – 18 & Over
16. Hunter Under Saddle Walk, Trot, Canter – 17 & Under
17. Hunter Under Saddle Walk, Trot – 18 & Over
18. Hunter Under Saddle Walk, Trot – 17 & Under

19. Hunt Seat Equitation Walk, Trot, Canter – 18 & Over
20. Hunt Seat Equitation Walk, Trot, Canter – 17 & Under
21. Hunt Seat Equitation Walk, Trot – 18 & Over
22. Hunt Seat Equitation Walk, Trot – 17 & Under

23. English Pleasure Walk, Trot, Canter – 18 & Over
24. English Pleasure Walk, Trot, Canter – 17 & Under
25. English Pleasure Walk, Trot – 18 & Over
26. English Pleasure Walk, Trot – 17 & Under

27. Western Pleasure Walk, Jog, Lope – 18 & Over
28. Western Pleasure Walk, Jog, Lope – 17 & Under
29. Western Pleasure Walk, Jog – 18 & Over
30. Western Pleasure Walk, Jog – 17 & Under

31. Western Horsemanship Walk, Jog, Lope – 18 & Over
32. Western Horsemanship Walk, Jog, Lope – 17 & Under
33. Western Horsemanship Walk, Jog – 18 & Over
34. Western Horsemanship Walk, Jog – 17 & Under

35. Ranch Pleasure Walk, Trot, Lope – 18 & Over
36. Ranch Pleasure Walk, Trot, Lope – 17 & Under
37. Ranch Pleasure Walk, Trot – 18 & Over
38. Ranch Pleasure Walk, Trot – 17 & Under

39. Trail Walk, Jog, Lope – 18 & Over
40. Trail Walk, Jog, Lope – 17 & Under
41. Trail Walk, Jog – 18 & Over
42. Trail Walk, Jog – 17 & Under

43. In-hand Trail – 18 & Over
44. In-hand Trail – 17 & Under
45. In-hand Trail Walk, Jog – 18 & Over
46. In-hand Trail Walk, Jog – 17 & Under

47. Hunter Over Cross Rails – 18 & Over
48. Hunter Over Cross Rails – 17 & Under
49. Hunter Over Fences 2′ – 18 & Over
50. Hunter Over Fences 2′ – 17 & Under

51. Equitation Over Cross Rails – 18 & Over
52. Equitation Over Cross Rails – 17 & Under
53. Equitation Over Fences 2′ – 18 & Over
54. Equitation Over Fences 2′ – 17 & Under

55. Rule Breaker Pleasure Walk, Trot, Canter – 18 & Over
56. Rule Breaker Pleasure Walk, Trot, Canter – 17 & Under
57. Rule Breaker Pleasure Walk, Trot – 18 & Over
58. Rule Breaker Pleasure Walk, Trot – 17 & Under
59. Rule Breaker Pleasure Walk, Jog, Lope – 18 & Over
60. Rule Breaker Pleasure Walk, Jog, Lope – 17 & Under
61. Rule Breaker Pleasure Walk, Jog – 18 & Over
62. Rule Breaker Pleasure Walk, Jog – 17 & Under

63. Bareback Equitation Walk, Trot, Canter – 18 & Over
64. Bareback Equitation Walk, Trot, Canter – 17 & Under
65. Bareback Equitation Walk, Trot – 18 & Over
66. Bareback Equitation Walk, Trot – 17 & Under
67. Bareback Equitation Walk, Jog, Lope – 18 & Over
68. Bareback Equitation Walk, Jog, Lope – 17 & Under
69. Bareback Equitation Walk, Jog – 18 & Over
70. Bareback Equitation Walk, Jog – 17 & Under

71. Open Gaited Breed Pleasure 2 Gait
72. Open Gaited Breed Equitation 2 Gait

73. Therapeutic Riding Walk, Walk – All Ages

74. Monthly Challenge Class

Judges evaluate the horses conformation, type, soundness, way of moving, and general balance and appearance. Each exhibitor is required to perform a posted pattern of maneuvers. 

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the location indicated on the posted pattern.

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERN

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERN

Judges evaluate the grooming and fitting of the horse, and expertise of the exhibitor in presenting the horse. Each exhibitor is required to perform a posted pattern of maneuvers. Exhibitor’s expertise in presenting the horse is determined by the preciseness of the pattern, degree of confidence exhibited, and fundamentally correct body position.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the location indicated on the posted pattern.
• Cones, or another safe visible marker, will need to be set up according to the posted pattern
• Having a person walk around the horse for inspection is not necessary, but the exhibitor must change quarters as if the judge were circling the horse.

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges will evaluate a young rider’s confidence while being led at the walk.

RAIL PATTERN

Required to walk on the rail with or without assistance

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS

• Video should be recorded from the center of the arena or riding area.
• Video should be 30 seconds to one (1) minute long

Judges evaluate the performance of the hunter-type horse at the listed gaits. Hunter horses will be evaluated on their “way of going” and should display impulsion from behind, long ground covering strides, and level top line. Horse’s balance, willingness, and correctness (i.e. picks up the correct leads, does not break gaits) will also be evaluated.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the center of the arena or riding area.
• Your Videographer should act as the announcer, asking the exhibitor for transitions according to the time frames specified by the pattern

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate the form and function of rider and their ability to execute the posted pattern. Riders should display confidence and fundamentally correct body position, using cues and aids subtly.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS

• Video should be recorded from the location indicated on the posted pattern.
• Cones, or another safe visible marker, will need to be set up according to the posted pattern

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate the performance of the horse at the listed gaits. Horses should be well-mannered, quiet, and obedient, displaying their suitability as a pleasure mount. Horse’s balance, willingness, and correctness (i.e. picks up the correct leads, does not break gaits) will also be evaluated.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the center of the arena or riding area.
• Your Videographer should act as the announcer, asking the exhibitor for transitions according to the time frames specified by the pattern

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate the performance of the horse at the listed gaits. The pleasure horse should have a free-flowing stride that is appropriate for their conformation. Horses should be shown on a loose rein with light contact, carrying their head and neck in a relaxed, natural position. Horses should be balanced, quiet, and correct (i.e. picks up correct leads, does not break gaits). 

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the location indicated on the posted pattern.
• Cones, or another safe visible marker, will need to be set up according to the posted pattern

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate rider’s ability to execute, together with their horse, the posted pattern. Riders should complete the pattern with precision and smoothness while exhibiting poise and confidence. Riders should also display fundamentally correct body position, using cues and aids subtly.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the location indicated on the posted pattern.
• Cones, or another safe visible marker, will need to be set up according to the posted pattern

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate the performance of the horse at the listed gaits on the rail. The horse should be a pleasure to ride while displaying the versatility, attitude, responsiveness and the movement required of a working ranch horse. 

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the center of the arena or riding area.
• Your Videographer should act as the announcer, asking the exhibitor for transitions according to the time frames specified by the pattern. 

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate the horse’s maneuverability through a posted pattern of obstacles at the listed gaits. The trail horse should be well-mannered, responsive to the rider with good balance and quality movement. Preference will be given to horse and rider pairs completing the pattern with speed while maintaining precision.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the location indicated on the posted pattern.
• Required obstacles will need to be set up as closely as possible to the posted pattern
• In the event a participant does not have access to a specific obstacle, show officials will accept certain substitutions with approval, contact [email protected] For example, a tarp is an acceptable replacement for a bridge and any sort of box/container with a lid is an acceptable mailbox.

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate the horse’s performance while being led through a posted pattern of obstacles. The trail horse should be well-mannered and responsive to the handler. Preference will be given to horse and handler pairs completing the pattern with speed while maintaining precision.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the location indicated on the posted pattern.
• Required obstacles will need to be set up as closely as possible to the posted pattern
• In the event a participant does not have access to a specific obstacle, show officials will accept certain substitutions with approval, contact [email protected] For example, a tarp is an acceptable replacement for a bridge and any sort of box/container with a lid is an acceptable mailbox.

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate the horse’s manners, quality of movement, and style approaching and jumping fences. Horses should be well mannered, displaying balance and consistency.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the location indicated on the posted course.
• Required obstacles will need to be set up as closely as possible to the posted course

DECEMBER 2023 COURSES

NOVEMBER 2023 COURSES

Judges evaluate the rider’s correctness, ability, and their effect on the horse over a posted course of fences. How a rider elects to ride the course, the pace and approach to the fences are used to evaluate the rider’s judgment and ability.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the location indicated on the posted course.
• Required obstacles will need to be set up as closely as possible to the posted course

DECEMBER 2023 COURSES

NOVEMBER 2023 COURSES

This class is for our rebels! Any English style tack, boots, wraps, attire goes. Judges evaluate the performance of the horse at the listed gaits. Horses should be well-mannered, quiet, and obedient, displaying their suitability as a pleasure mount. 

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the center of the arena or riding area.
• Your Videographer should act as the announcer, asking the exhibitor for transitions according to the time frames specified by the pattern. 

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate the riders equitation at the listed gaits. Bareback pads (without stirrups) are permitted. VIDEO REQUIREMENTS • Video should be recorded from the center of the arena or riding area.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the center of the arena or riding area.
• Your Videographer should act as the announcer, asking the exhibitor for transitions according to the time frames specified by the pattern. 

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Judges evaluate the horses suitability as a pleasure mount or the riders equitation at the listed gaits.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should be recorded from the center of the arena or riding area for the pleasure class or the indicated location for the equitation class.
• Your Videographer should act as the announcer, asking the exhibitor for transitions according to the time frames specified by the pleasure pattern

DECEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

NOVEMBER 2023 PATTERNS

Rider’s confidence will be evaluated at the walk. 

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should not exceed (1) minute

Share a video clip of you and your horse in a holiday costume or of your holiday stall/barn decor.

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS­

• Video should not exceed (1) minute

Refer to class descriptions for instructions specific to your selected class

• A friend or family member will be needed to serve as your videographer
• Videos may be recorded in any open space with flat ground
• Keep lighting in mind when choosing a place to record
• Zooming in should be done when possible, keeping entire horse and rider/handler in frame
• A new and unique video should be recorded for each entry
• Videos should be recorded with sound ON and submitted with their original audio, coaching is NOT permitted
• Videos should NOT be edited in any way, edited videos will be disqualified
• Record videos in landscape orientation (phones horizontal or longways)
• Videos should never exceed 5 minutes

Open to all breeds and experience levels. Age group eligibility is based on the rider’s age as of January 1st. A horse and rider pair are eligible for a walk/jog or walk/trot class if they are NOT competing in any walk/jog/lope or walk/trot/canter class.

Exhibitors in all classes are strongly encouraged to wear ASTM/SEI approved helmets. The use of protective headgear will not impact the Judge’s decision. Helmets are required for all participants in Over Fences/Jumping classes.

Schooling and show attire welcome, however all attire should be neat, clean and appropriate for your class, as described below. T-shits, shorts, sleeveless shirts, tennis shoes and other such attire is not allowed. Fancy, elaborate show attire will not be given preference over proper schooling attire.

Hunter Attire

Required

• Tidy blouse/shirt
• Breeches
• Hard sole boot with heel (short or tall)

Optional

• Half chaps

Western Attire

Required

• Tidy blouse/shirt
• Long pants/jeans
• Hard sole boot with heel

Optional

• Hat
• Chaps (Not allowed for In-Hand classes

All tack and equipment should be clean, in good working order, and appropriate for your class, as described below. Tack should be properly fitted to horse and rider. Fancy, elaborate tack and equipment will not be given preference over simple, functional tack.

In-Hand

Required

• Leather or nylon halter and lead shank

Optional

• Lead shank with chain

Not Allowed

• Whip or crop of any kind
• Spurs
• Leg wraps or boots (Optional for In-Hand Trail)

Hunter

Required

• English-type forward seat, jumping, or close contact saddle
• English bridle with cavesson
• Snaffle, pelham, kimberwick, full double bridle, or another appropriate English bit

Optional

• Crops
• Breast plate or breast collar
• Spurs – must be blunt, rounded, and less than one inch

Not Allowed

• Dropped, flash, and figure 8 nosebands
• Micklem-style, hackamore or side pull bridles
• Gag and double twisted wire bits
• Martingale of any type (Allowed in Equitation Over Fences)
• Drawn reins
• Leg wraps or boots

Western

Required

• Western-type saddle with horn
• Western-type bridal
• Bosal with mecate reins
• Western bits with shanks less than 8 ½ inches and snaffles
• Split or romal reins
• Leather or chain curb at least ½ inch wide, must lie flat against the jaw.

Optional

• Breast collar
• Back Cinch
• Spurs

Not Allowed

• Whip or crop of any kind
• Side pull or other untraditional bitless bridle
• Nosebands
• Draw Reins
• Martingales or tie downs
• Leg Wraps or boots (Optional in Western Horsemanship)

Horses should be well turned out with no visible dirt or mud. Banding, braiding, and the use of fake tails is not prohibited but will not be shown preference.

All exhibitors must practice sportsmanlike conduct and treat horses in a manner that is kind, respectful, and compassionate. Any conduct Show Master officials deem unsportsmanlike or abusive to people or animals may result in disqualification from current and future Show Master events. This rule applies to interactions on Show Master social media networks.

All decisions by Judges and Show Master officials are final.

Show Master reserves the right to refuse any entry without explanation. 

Exhibitors participate at their own risk, understanding the potential risks associated with equine activities. By entering, each participant who engages in an equine activity expressly assumes the risks of engaging in and legal responsibility for injury, loss, or damage to person(s) or property resulting from the risk of equine activities. By entering exhibitors agree to release and hold harmless Show Master LLC, its employees, contractors, and affiliates from any and all liability(ies).