Ridden TREC – Footbridge In Hand

Note – Obstacle Flagged To Be Used In 2 Directions.
©Kim Stoddard

Description

A flagged footbridge positioned on the ground, across a stream, or between two banks with on or 2 handrails approx. 1 meter high. Dimensions are the same for all Levels.

– Length: 5 m
– Width: around 1 m
– Height above the ground: 0.50 to 1.20 m

Objective

To lead horse across a footbridge showing willingness of the horse and the correct actions of the rider. Horse to follow on a loose rein keeping a respectful distance.

Walk is Mandatory.


Scoring This Obstacle

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Effectiveness Faults (E Score) -3 per incident

BEFORE the obstacle:

– Running Out
– Error of Course Corrected
– Stepping Back
– Refusal
– Circling

IN the obstacle:

– Break of Gait

Style Faults (S Score) -1 per incident.

– Irregular Forward Motion
– Progression on Tense Reins
– Loss of Balance of the Horse or the Rider
– Incorrect Rider Aids
– Horse Moving Sideways
– Horse’s Nose Passing Rider’s Shoulder

(Flapping Stirrups – see Penalties).

Penalties (P Score)

– Brutality (-5)
– Dangerous Handling (-5)
– Fall of Horse or Rider (Rider Excused)
– Leaving The Obstacle (-10)
– Flapping Stirrups / USA (-1)
– Other Obstacle Specific Penalties


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JUDGES SCORECARD

A. E Score: 7 / S Score: 1 Tense Reins, Rider Position / Total: 8

B. E Score: 7 / S Score: 2 Eyes Down / Total: 9

C. E Score: 0 / S Score: 0 Total: 0*

D. E Score: 7 / S Score 3 / Total: 10

* Rider did not cross bridge / Outside of obstacle.