As you count down the days until summer show season, be sure to visit every week through the end of May for additional articles and features to help you succeed in the show ring.
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Week 1: Choosing the Right Show Selecting the right show is a key step in having the most enjoyable and successful season. Here are some helpful articles to guide you toward finding the right competition for you and your horse. Show Where You’ll Shine Get Started Showing Rating the Competition |
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Week 2: Grooming to Perfection Thorough, daily grooming will lead to a better result on show day. Here are some tips for regular grooming that bring out a healthy, shiny glow in your horse that will help him stand out in the show ring. Grooming Guide 30 Grooming Tips to Transform Your Horse Grooming for the Health of It Primp My Ride |
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Week 3: Tips from the Judge What exactly are horse show judges looking for? We went straight to the source to find out. Here are some insights from the judges themselves. The Softer Side of the Hunter/Jumper Judge Dressage Judges’ Pet Peeves Hunter/Jumper Judges’ Pet Peeves Western Pleasure Perception Saddle Seat Myths and Misconceptions |
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Week 4: Battling Nerves Being nervous before competition is normal, but don’t let it get the best of you. Read on for advice on staying focused and channeling your energy toward having a great ride. Fixing the Fear Factor Horse Show Nerves Get Your Head Together Rider Fear: Show Strategies |
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Week 5: Tack and Attire for the Show Ring You don’t have to break on new tack and clothing to win at horse shows, but your turnout needs to be neat, clean and correct for your circuit. Here are some guidelines for what to wear (and what your horse should wear) when you’re riding for the blue ribbon. Show Ring Turnout Save with Pre-Owned Show Clothes Show Clothes Splurge or Steal Affordable Ways to Look Like a Winner Tack Advice for the Show Ring |
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Week 6: Tips from the Top Even if you only show locally, knowing what the top riders and trainers do on the A-circuit can help you up your game. Here are some tips from some of the most successful competitive equestrians. Showing A-Circuit Hunters Jumping Cross-Country Obstacles Dressage Tips at a Glance Guide to the Slow Jog A Winning Horsemanship Ride Western Pleasure Headset |
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Week 7: At-Home Practice Sessions The most important part of preparing for a show? Practice, practice practice. Here are some things you can do at home to get yourself and your horse ready for competition. Riding the Pivot Four-Way Stop Outside in: Practice cross-country in your arena Cavaletti for Dressage and Jumping Half Halt How-to |
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Week 8: Bits of Wisdom By now, you and your horse are ready to take on the show ring. Before heading off to your next competitive destination, here are some final thoughts to take with you as you ride for the blue ribbon. Show Survival Horse Show Top 10 30 Blue Ribbon Tips |
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This is a great collection of articles. What a great way to prepare for show season!
great info
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I agreee, this article has some great advise and tips.
There are so many great articles! Thanks for the show guide!
Too bad there aren't any on barrel racing. :(
There should be some on pole bending and reining!:(
Looks good! I can't wait for next year!