Eventing Competitions

Eventing is often known as the Triathlon of the equestrian world

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A truly complete sport that tests horse and rider combinations in three different disciplines;

• Dressage - the harmony between horse and rider

• Cross County - the required stamina, boldness over natural fences and extensive experience

• Show jumping - the precision and agility to come back to hand and focus on the show jumping round

It is a sport that requires dedication and precision to master each category.

Generally run over two days, the goal of eventing is to accumulate the least penalties in each phase, with the lowest number of accumulated penalties at the end of the competition deciding the winner. 

At Busselton H&PC, we run dressage & show jumping competitions as well as doing skills practice at the monthly rallies. This gives you a wonderful opportunity to work on improving these individual phases. 

There are cross country training days on offer in addition to the XC coaching offered at rallies. These days are a relaxed & encouraging environment designed to give riders the opportunity to ride a cross-country course without the pressure of a competition. Busselton’s XC course has a range of jumps from 45 to 80cm, including natural jumps like logs, portable fences plus a bank & water complex.

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As a member of pony club, you are eligible to compete at the PCAWA State Eventing Championships, an annual competition hosted by the state eventing committee that is held at a different pony club across the state each year. To compete at state eventing, you generally will need 2 qualifying events with the horse you wish to compete on, within the previous year.

Qualification requirements are subject to change, so be sure to check the PCAWA website regularly for any updates!​​​​

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