THE PERFORMANCE DIVISION

FIVE-GAITED SADDLEBRED DIVISION The Five-gaited Saddlebred should possess beauty, brilliance, elegance and refinement but its energy should be directed toward speed in an animated form. Entries shall be shown with a full and . Qualifying gaits are animated walk, , slow gait, rack and canter. All entries in this division should be registered American Saddlebreds. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 17 ASB Five-Gaited—Jr/Novice Horse Open to 4 years of age or under or who have not won 3 or more first place ribbons. Open to both professional and amateur exhibitors. Sat pm 63 ASB Five-Gaited—Open Jackpot Open to any age 5-Gaited horse ridden by any age rider, professional or amateur. Need not have qualified in previous class, $80 entry fee. Jackpot Payout is 1st--40%, 2nd--20%, 3rd--10%, 4th--5%, 5th--5%, and 6th--5%. Fri pm 21 ASB Five-Gaited--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age amateur rider. (Will split if there are 3 or more entries for BOTH Adults and Juniors) Sun aft 90 ASB Five-Gaited--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship $$CASH Prize Open to any competitor who completed class 17 (amateurs only) or class 21. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner.

THREE-GAITED SADDLEBRED DIVISION The Three-Gaited Saddlebred should be the epitome of beauty, brilliance, elegance, refinement and expression. Its gaits are collected and its energy directed toward animation and precision. It is shown with a roached mane & set tail. All entries in this division should be registered American Saddlebreds. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 11 ASB Three-Gaited—Jr/Novice Horse Open to horses 4 years of age or under or who have not won 3 or more first place ribbons. Open to both professional and amateur exhibitors. Sat pm 61 ASB Three-Gaited--Open Jackpot Open to any age 3-Gaited horse ridden by any age rider, professional or amateur. Need not have qualified in previous class, $80 entry fee. Jackpot Payout is 1st--40%, 2nd--20%, 3rd--10%, 4th--5%, 5th--5%, and 6th--5%. Fri pm 2 ASB Three-Gaited--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age amateur rider. Sun aft 85 ASB Three-Gaited--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship $$CASH Prize Open to any competitor who completed class 11 (amateurs only) or class 2. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner.

AMERICAN SADDLEBRED FINE HARNESS DIVISON The Fine Harness horse should possess all of the elegance and refinement of the ideal and its energy should be directed toward animation rather than speed. It is shown with a full mane and tail. All entries in this division should be registered American Saddlebreds. Session Class# Class Title & Description Sat pm 46 ASB Fine Harness—Open Jackpot Open to any age Fine Harness horse shown by any age exhibitor, professional or amateur. $80 entry fee. Jackpot Payout is 1st--40%, 2nd--20%, 3rd--10%, 4th--5%, 5th--5%, and 6th--5%.

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AMERICAN SADDLEBRED PARK DIVISON The Saddlebred Park Horse should be stylish with finish and quality and well-mannered. The performance should be animated and graceful in all gaits. To be shown at an animated walk or flat walk, trot, and canter. All entries in this division should be registered American Saddlebreds. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 6 ASB Park--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age Park horse ridden by any age amateur rider. Fri pm 8 ASB Park—Jr/Novice Horse Open to horses 4 years of age or under or who have not won 3 or more first place ribbons. Open to both professional and amateur exhibitors. Sat pm 57 ASB Park—Open Jackpot Open to any age Park horse ridden by any age amateur rider. Need not have qualified in previous class, $80 entry fee. Jackpot Payout is 1st--40%, 2nd--20%, 3rd--10%, 4th--5%, 5th-- 5%, and 6th--5%.. Sun am 74 ASB Park--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship $$CASH Prize Open to any competitor who completed class 8 (amateurs only) or class 6. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner

AMERICAN SADDLEBRED PARK PLEASURE DIVISON The Saddlebred Park Pleasure Horse should be stylish with finish and quality and well mannered. The performance should be animated and graceful at all gaits. This section is open to professionals and amateurs. Horses shown in this division are ineligible to show in the performance division or the pleasure division. All entries in this division should be registered American Saddlebreds. Session Class# Class Title & Description Sat am 27 ASB Three-Gaited Park Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age Park Pleasure horse ridden by any age amateur rider. Fri pm 4 ASB Three-Gaited Park Pleasure—Jr/Novice Horse Open to horses 4 years of age or under or who have not won 3 or more first place ribbons. Open to both professional and amateur exhibitors. Sat am 37 ASB Three-Gaited Park Pleasure—Open This is open to both professionals and amateur riders. Sun am 76 ASB Three-Gaited Park Pleasure--Open Championship $$CASH Prize Open to horses who completed class 27, 4, or 37. Open to both pros and amateurs. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner

SPECIAL AMERICAN SADDLEBRED CLASSES Open to registered saddlebreds with any age rider. Session Class# Class Title & Description Sat am 25 ASB Three-Year-Old Walk and Trot Under Saddle (Snaffle or Full ) Sat am 39 ASB Two-Year-Old Walk and Trot Under Saddle (Snaffle or Full Bridle)

PONIES & ROAD HORSES The Hackney’s hallmark is its highly distinctive action; trotting fluidly with high knee and hock action, the Hackney exhibits extreme brilliance. Hackney are divided into four competitive categories: the Hackney ; the Harness Pony; the Pony; and the Pleasure Pony. The Roadster is famous for its fast trot and ability to go long distances, it was the forerunner of the harness horses you see on the racetrack today. Shown at a jog trot, Road Gait and then at speed. The drivers and riders wear racing silks in farm colors. Roadsters should show animation, brilliance, and competition-ring presence with straight and true action in the jog-trot and Road Gait. "At speed," the horse must show speed and still go in form. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 14 Single Roadster Pony to Bike—Open Open to any age professional & amateur drivers. Sun am 71 Single Roadster Pony to Bike--Open Championship Open to ponies that completed class 14. Sat pm 48 Roadster Horse to Bike—Open Open to professionals and amateur drivers.

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THE PLEASURE DIVISON The Pleasure Horse should be a typical Saddlebred with quality, style, presence and suitable conformation; prompt, comfortable gaits; giving the distinct impression it is an agreeable mount to ride. Easy, ground-covering action is desired. Manners and suitability as a Pleasure mount are paramount. Special emphasis is placed on a true, flat walk. Transitions from one gait to another should be smooth and effortless. TO BE PENALIZED: Laboring action; pulling, tossing head; going sideways and tail-switching.

AMERICAN SADDLEBRED SHOW PLEASURE DIVISION The English Show Pleasure Horse generally has less animation than the 3-Gaited, 5-Gaited, and Fine Harness Performance horse but should be alert and responsive. High, natural, free-flowing action is desirable. Laboring action due to excessive weight of shoes or length of foot is penalized. Judged 75% on manners, performance, presence and quality, 25% on conformation. Horses are to be shown by amateur and junior exhibitors. All entries in this division should be registered American Saddlebreds. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 10 ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age amateur exhibitors. Sun am 70 ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship Open to any horses who completed Class 10. $$CASH Prize $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner Fri pm 15 ASB Three-Gaited English Show Pleasure—Novice Rider Open to any age amateur exhibitor who has not won 3 or more w/t/c classes out of academy. Fri pm 18 ASB Three-Gaited English Show Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age horse ridden by any age amateur rider (Will split if there are 3 or more entries for BOTH Adults and Juniors) Sun aft 87 ASB Three-Gaited English Show Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship $$CASH Prize Open to any horses that completed Class 15 or 18. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner Fri pm 5 ASB Show Pleasure --Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to amateur drivers of all ages. Shown at a flat walk, trot, and extended trot. Sun am 65 ASB Show --Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship $$CASH Prize Open to any horses that completed Class 5. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner Sat pm 60 ASB Show Pleasure W/T/C – SINGLE BIT** see below

Sun am 73 ASB Show Pleasure Walk & Trot only – SINGLE BIT** see below

**Single Bit Class Instructions: Horses are to be shown by Amateur or Juvenile riders in a snaffle bit with running or German martingale. Draw reins also allowed. However, any leverage bit rein is prohibited through the martingale. Pelham or ‘Tom Thumb’ bit without martingale, shank not to exceed 5 inches, also allowed. All tack should be of show ring quality. Same horse/rider combinations may not cross enter into another division, with the exception of the Model, Showmanship, Pattern and In- Obstacle Classes

BUY-A-CLASS Don’t see a class for you? Buy one! Contact Marcie Fessler to choose class and send $100. First paid, first claimed. Announcements will be made as soon as payment is received. These may not be used as WCHS or STAR qualifying classes. Only pre-printed/publicized classes may qualify per ASHA rules. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 9 Buy-A-Class #1 Sat am 28 Buy-A-Class #2 Sat am 29 Buy-A-Class #3 Sat pm 54 Buy-A-Class #4 Sat pm 62 Buy-A-Class #5

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AMERICAN SADDLEBRED COUNTRY PLEASURE DIVISION The English Country Pleasure horse may be less showy than the Show Pleasure horse but should still be typical of the breed. Easy, ground covering action is desired. As in all Saddlebred sections, the best quality specimens of the breed should prevail. English Country Pleasure Horses must be plain-shod, without bands, pads or wedges. Horses will be shown at the flat walk, trot, extended trot, canter, and be asked to halt and stand and at the slow gait and rack for the five-gaited classes. All entries in this division should be registered American Saddlebreds Session Class# Class Title & Description Sat am 43 ASB Five-Gaited English Country Pleasure—Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age amateur rider. Sun am 79 ASB Five-Gaited English Country Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship Open to any horse that completed Class 43 Fri pm 1 ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure—Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age amateur rider. Sat pm 51 ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship $$CASH Prize Open to any horse that completed Class 1. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner Sat am 36 ASB Country Pleasure Driving--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to amateur drivers of all ages. Shown at a flat walk, trot, extended trot, and halt. Sun aft 80 ASB Country Pleasure Driving--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship $$CASH Prize Open to any horse that completed Class 36. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner

AMERICAN SADDLEBRED HUNTER COUNTRY PLEASURE DIVISION The Saddlebred Hunter Country Pleasure Horse must give the distinct appearance of being a pleasure to ride and display a pleasurable and relaxed attitude. It should be in a generally longer frame than that of other Saddlebred Country Pleasure Horses, with his neck carried lower and head carried in a more relaxed manner with less bend at the poll. The Hunter Country Pleasure Horse may be shown with a braided mane and tail, but it is not required. He will be shown at the walk, trot, extended trot, and hand gallop both ways of the ring, and will be required to stop and back on the rail. All entries in this division should be registered American Saddlebreds. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 16 Saddle & Bridle ASB Hunter Seat Classic (No Jump) Three entrants must complete this class for it to be a qualifier for the National 2021 Finals. Any age amateur is eligible. Sat pm 55 ASB Hunter Country Pleasure—Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age amateur. Sun am 67 ASB Hunter Country Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship $$CASH Prize Open to any horse that completed Class 16. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner

AMERICAN SADDLEBRED DIVISION In Western Equipment and classes, a less elevated head carriage should not be penalized. The Western Equipment horse should have more substance, especially in the quarters, be close-coupled and have well-defined withers. As in all Saddlebred divisions, the best quality specimens of the breed should prevail. To be shown at a flat walk, jog-trot, and lope on a reasonably loose rein without undue restraint, with one hand on reins. All entries in this division should be registered American Saddlebreds. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 7 Saddle & Bridle ASB Shatner Western Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Three entrants must complete this class for it to be a qualifier for the National 2021 Shatner Finals. Any age amateur is eligible. Sat pm 49 ASB Western Country Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Open to any age amateur rider. Sun am 72 ASB Western Country Pleasure--Adult Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Championship $$CASH Prize Open any horse that completed class 7 or 49 $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner

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EQUITATION classes are judged on the rider’s style and execution of riding fundamentals and his ability to control his horse. The horse is not judged or rated in this division. Saddle seat equitation horses are to have a roached mane and set tail, Pleasure Equitation horses are to have a full mane and tail, but either is acceptable at this show. Riders should wear full Saddlesuits. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 3 Adult Saddle Seat Equitation (Any Breed) Open to any rider 18 years of age and older. Sat pm 47 Adult Saddle Seat Equitation Championship (Any Breed) Open to any rider who completed class 3. Workout required Sat pm 56 Saddle & Bridle ASB Pleasure Equitation Medallion--Junior Exhibitor Open to any rider 17 years old or younger. Two entries required to qualify for 2021 finals. 1st and reserve places qualify. Registered saddlebreds only. Workout required. Fri pm 19 Saddle Seat Equitation--Open (17 Years & Under) (Any Breed) Sun aft 83 Saddle Seat Equitation--Open (17 Years & Under) (Championship) (Any Breed) Open to any rider who completed class 19 or 56. Sat am 34 Walk/Trot Saddle Seat Equitation--10 Years and Under (Any Breed) Sun am 78 Walk/Trot Saddle Seat Equitation--10 Years and Under Championship (Any Breed) Open to any rider who completed class 34. No workout.

ANY BREED PLEASURE CLASSES The Any Breed division is open to any age or breed of horse. Entrants will be asked to flat walk, trot, and canter/lope (except for driving & walk/trot or jog classes). The judge may also ask entrants to halt, and back in the line-up. This division is judged 75% on manners, presence, and performance, 25% on total conformation. The exhibitor may be any age (unless otherwise specified in the class title), either amateur or professional, and may show in any English attire and equipment. Session Class# Class Title & Description Sun am 64 Showmanship at ***see instructions below Sat am 44 Lead Line--Rider 8 and Under (Any Tack) (No Stallions) (Any Breed) Sat am 41 Hunter Seat--Junior Exhibitor (Any Breed) Sat am 31 English Pleasure Hunter Seat--Open (Any Breed) Sun am 68 English Pleasure Hunter Seat--Open Championship (Any breed) Open to horses that completed Class 41 or 31. Sat am 33 English Pleasure Saddle Seat--Junior Exhibitor (Any Breed) Fri pm 20 English Pleasure Saddle Seat--Open (Any Breed) Sun am 75 English Pleasure Saddle Seat--Open Championship (Any Breed) $$CASH Prize Open to horses that completed Class 33 or 20. $200 CASH Prize paid to winner to be split between trainer and owner Sat am 38 English Pleasure Walk/Trot--Junior Exhibitor (Saddle Seat or Hunter Seat)(Any Breed) Fri pm 12 English Pleasure Walk/Trot--Open (Saddle Seat or Hunter Seat) (Any Breed) Sat pm 53 English Pleasure Walk/Trot--Open Championship (Saddle Seat or Hunter Seat)(Any Breed) Open to horses that completed Class 38 or 12. Sat pm 58 Pleasure Driving--Open (Any Breed) Sun aft 89 Pleasure Driving--Open Championship (Any Breed) Open to horses that completed Class 58. Sat am 24 Western Pleasure Walk/Jog--Open (Any Breed) Sat pm 59 Western Pleasure Walk/Jog--Open Championship (Any Breed) Open to horses that completed Class 24. Fri pm 13 Western Pleasure--Open (Any Breed) Sun aft 81 Western Pleasure--Open Championship (Any Breed) Open to horses that completed Class 13.

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THE ACADEMY DIVISION Participants compete on horses designated as school horses, or horses that are regularly used in riding lesson program instruction. Open only to horses or ponies of any breed used in lesson programs and students enrolled in a lesson program, who do not own or show their own or their family-owned horses. Age of entries is determined as of December 1 of the previous year. Full, snaffle, or Pelham are acceptable. Braiding and hoof blacking are optional. Acceptable attire is Jodhpur or dark pants, boots or footwear with heels, collared shirt with man’s tie & vest or sweater. Derbies, helmets or other traditional head gear is optional. Riders may not wear full riding suits. Neatness of attire and cleanliness of tack will be judged. An academy rider may cross-enter in a different division, but not at the same show, with the exception of driving classes. Horse may cross enter in performance classes at same show. Walk & Trot riders may not show in any classes other than walk/trot. Once a rider has shown in a canter class, of any breed, they many not return to the Walk/Trot division. Headers are allowed in ALL academy classes if needed for safety. Academy instructors are asked to divide their horse/rider combinations for optimum safety and scheduling ease. Riders will show in the same section both for the qualifier and its championship. Equitation classes are judges solely on the rider’s horsemanship. Performance classes are judged on the rider’s horsemanship and the overall picture of the horse and rider. Session Class# Class Title & Description Sat am 23 Academy Walk/Trot Performance--Any Age Rider (Section A) (Any Breed) Sat am 32 Academy Walk/Trot Performance--Any Age Rider (Section B) (Any Breed) Sun aft 82 Academy Walk/Trot Performance--Any Age Rider Championship (Section A) (Any Breed) Open to riders that completed Class 23. Sun aft 86 Academy Walk/Trot Performance--Any Age Rider Championship (Section B) (Any Breed) Open to riders that completed Class 32. Sat pm 50 Academy Walk/Trot/Canter Performance Advanced--Any Age Rider (Any Breed) Rider has won more than 6 academy classes, or chosen to compete henceforth as “advanced.” Sat am 40 Academy Walk/Trot/Canter Performance Limit--Any Age Rider (Any Breed) Rider has won fewer than 6 classes in academy division. Sun am 66 Academy Walk/Trot/Canter Performance--Any Age Rider Championship (Any Breed) Open to riders who completed class 50 or 40. Sat am 30 Academy Walk/Trot Equitation on Lead--Rider 10 and Under (Any Breed) Showing at the walk & posting trot. Snaffle bridle permitted, instructor to lead. Sun am 77 Academy Walk/Trot Equitation on Lead--Rider 10 and Under Championship (Any Breed) Open to riders who completed class 30. Sat am 26 Academy Walk/Trot Equitation--Any Age Rider (Section A) (Any Breed) Sat am 35 Academy Walk/Trot Equitation--Any Age Rider (Section B) (Any Breed) Sun aft 84 Academy Walk/Trot Equitation--Any Age Rider Championship (Section A) (Any Breed) Open to riders who completed class 26. Sun aft 88 Academy Walk/Trot Equitation--Any Age Rider Championship (Section B) (Any Breed) Open to riders who completed class 35. Sat pm 52 Academy Walk/Trot/Canter Equitation Advanced--Any Age Rider (Any Breed) Rider has won more than 6 academy classes, or chosen to compete henceforth as “advanced.” Sat am 42 Academy Walk/Trot/Canter Equitation Limit--Any Age Rider (Any Breed) Rider has won fewer than 6 classes in academy division. Sun am 69 Academy Walk/Trot/Canter Equitation--Any Age Rider Championship (Any Breed) Open to riders who completed class 52 or 42.

FUN CLASSES Please join in the fun!! See class descriptions in a previous section of this prizebook. Session Class# Class Title & Description Fri pm 22 Ride-A-Buck Class Open to any rider, any attire, any tack, any horse. No entry required. Sat am 45 PAIRS Class Special entry form required. Free Entry. CASH PRIZE

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