The five most common equitation mistakes and how to avoid them march 29 2015 7 comments with show season underway, this years equitation finals will be stacked with talent and athleticism. The biggest differences in saddle seat versus the other english disciplines is the rider equitation, the saddle, the type of horse, and the rider clothing. Horse show patterns hunt seat equitation prelims pattern for the 2016 adequan. Like all english disciplines, saddle seat demands contact, but you shouldnt be trying to pull your horse into a frame with the reins. Lilly excellently breaks down the fundamentals of each little piece of riding as if you are picking up the reins for the first time as a green beginner. Saddle seat is a style of horse riding within the category of english riding that is designed to show off the high action of certain horse breeds. Cut back saddle pads to weymouth bridles and bits and patent leather humane girths. In the united states, there sometimes is confusion between saddle seat and hunt seat disciplines among individuals who are neither familiar with different styles of english saddle nor the substantial differences in rider position and attire between the disciplines.
Judges are not to confer individually with exhibitors. The arena gate must be closed during railwork and patterns. Pages and edges are clean brief previous owner inscription on front free endpaper and neatly penned name at top edge of front pastedown. Additionally, the hands position is secondary to their use. Saddle seat equitation world cup 2010 openingpart 3. Circle y cut the skirts for close contact feel and use an equitation seat for support in your positioning. Very lightly used, circle y richard shrake resistance free 16 equitation saddle. Crabtree 1970, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Saddle seat horsemanship by smith lilly hardcover explains the ins and out of the saddle seat discipline.
The style developed into its modern form in the united states, and is also seen in canada and south africa. Body position with ear, shoulder, hip, and heel alignment will be closely observed in this pattern. All hunter seat equitation not to jump patterns must exit. This is the most indepth saddle seat book i have ever had my hands on, and ive read my share of horse books over the years. I grew up riding western, trail ridingpleasure and have ridden a bit of centered balance seat, and a little dressage as well.
Jul 09, 2019 saddle seat equitation competitors also win points for stylebut in this discipline, the focus is more on the rider, including the hands, position in the saddle, attire, and the horses response to the riders use of aids. Saddle seat world cup selection trials eq120 saddle seat world cup competition subchapter eq4 western seat equitation, reining seat equitation and western horsemanship section see western rules, chapter ws eq121 general eq122 position eq123 appointments eq124 conduct eq125 western seat equitation eq126 western horsemanship. It explains everything from proper hand and foot position to how to go about riding patterns and showing your horse. Equitation classes are more about the rider than the horse. Equitation riders at the highest level of competition make it look like a.
It is destined to be the definitive work on saddle seat training. Review the equitation section of the usef or ec rulebook, both in the general equitation by seat and the arabian equitation sections as well as the aha handbook. Saddle seat is a style of horseback riding within the category of english riding that is designed to show off the high action of certain horse breeds. Saddle seat articles published by horse illustrated. Saddle seat equitation is a book that concerns itself with the teaching of both horse and rider. Saddle seat equitation world cup 2010 openingpart 3 youtube. I often find myself tearing up when the national champion is announced and half of the time i dont even know them. A good supplemental book to saddle seat equitation by helen crabtree and riding for success in and out of the show ring by gayle lampe. In every element of saddle seat equitation, think of how it affects your horse.
All hunter seat equitation not to jump patterns must exit and enter the arena at a walk. A saddle seat style saddle, also sometimes called a lane fox or cutback. Your contact should be sympathetic and elastic, not forceful. Riders under 5 would need to order a saddle with shorter fenders. Know your pattern and visualize it in the arena to know how it will play. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books. Horizon outpost cheyenne frontier endurance equitation endurance. Apr 01, 2016 saddleseat equitation has always been one of my favorite classes to watch at horse shows especially at the national level. Stop in and check out our great line up of saddle seat equipment at. Saddle seat equitation competitors also win points for stylebut in this discipline, the focus is more on the rider, including the hands, position in the saddle, attire, and the horses response to the riders use of aids. Make sure you are familiar with the aha equitation manual and bring it to the show. Helen crabtree december 14, 1915 january 4, 2002 was an american equitation coach in the discipline of saddle seat riding as well as a breeder and trainer of american saddlebred horses.
No cones or markers are to be used in pattern work for saddle seat classes. All saddle seat riding is done on the flat this means jumping is not involved. Oct 06, 2010 saddle seat equitation world cup 2010 openingpart 3. I highly recommend that everyone open their usef rule books either online at or in hard copy and brush up on what is expected of these talented riders. I have always come back to my foundation though, which is the old style hunter seat equitation. We are proud to now be able to offer a genuine iberian, working equitation saddle with all the benefits to the horse and rider and adjust ability of a traditional english saddle that can be used by all iberian owners for ridden classes. The back of the saddle should not extend too far beyond the riders seat, nor should the rider be so far back as to be falling beyond the edge of the saddle. Saddle seat horsemanship by smith lilly, show horse tack. Patterns are not permitted in walktrot or walkjog equitation. Three secrets to a secure seat the thinking equestrian. Extremely tall, but slim riders should consider their. In a class like this, you want to see great posture.
Nothing absurd or crazy, but great posture just like youd observe in someone walking around the city, upward. This is an absolutely superb treatise on saddle seat equitation, particularly for those new to the sport. In saddle seat equitation classes, riders should convey the impression of effective and easy control. Use keywords to find the product you are looking for. To show a horse well, he should show himself to the best advantage. Position seat the line of the riders back should be straight and perpendicular to the saddle. Its only 26inches long so if youre showing a shorter backed horse it would be a great option. Horse tack co features saddle seat tack for arab, morgan and saddlebred horses. Saddle seat equitation 5 out of 5 based on 0 ratings. Saddle seat horsemanship dvd series promo lauren ashe.
Saddle seat horsemanship, written by world champion trainer smith lilly, takes a comprehensive. Reining seat is elimination showmanship is not elimination 11. Equitation as opposed to sunday horseback riding involves simultaneous. Western equitation saddles great bargains on western style equitation saddles. In 1970, she authored the book saddle seat equitation which remains a.
A three point seat refers to the seat plus both legs. Saddle seat horsemanship book cover smith lilly on horse. Although an older book with some dated references, the book is an excellent book on the art of saddleseat equitation. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Ring generalship must be taken into consideration by the judges. Winners circle horse supplies, saddlebred and gaited horse.
That is why the twopoint seat is called the twopoint seat. Judging is based 50% on rail work and 50% on individual workout. Equestrian usef or the equestrian canada ec rule books, or the arabian horse. It is extremely helpful and addressed every issue and question i had. Binding is tight and square, hinges are sound no cracking. Books into film books on books publishing cats childrens cocktails liquor cookbooks crafts decorated american trade binding dogs essays fishfishing gardeninghorticulture great britain history holidays horology horses humor localregional interest middle east modern library editions music mysterycrime nature nautical new england new york. The saddle seat rider sits well back in the saddle. The five most common equitation mistakes and how to avoid them. Clean light blue cloth boards with black cloth spine, gold lettering on spine. If you are even thinking about riding saddle seat you should own a copy of saddle seat equitation. This fine horse is named chihuly, being ridden by ms. Find great deals on ebay for working equitation saddle when you shop the largest online selection at. Everything within these pages can be applied even to the most modest forms of horse riding and horse training. Hence the term park horse was coined and is still used today.
In 1970, she authored the book saddle seat equitation which remains a primary guide for equitation riders. Crabtree is the mother of saddle seat equitation, and her book outlines it so simply and bueatifully. Sold 20200111 16 inch used circle y equitation show. The hardcover of the saddle seat equitation by helen k. Vintage circle y western tooled silver show saddle equitation 15 seat. Learn to make the horse look fabulous while looking great. Neither term has anything to do with the pubic bone. Saddle seat equitation is much more than looking elegant on a horse. All hunter seat equitation not to jump patterns must exit and enter the arena at a. Saddle features deep hand tooling, gorgeous custom silver featuring the signature 3 horse heads in jewelers bronze and the extremely comfortable equitation seat. I bought this book when i was doing saddle seat training with my twh. Saddle seat equitation has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. A complete picture of the whole is of major importance in open equitation classes. Saddleseat equitation has always been one of my favorite classes to watch at horse shows especially at the national level.
While you are preparing for your age group classes and your qualifying finals classes, keep in mind the most common equitation mistakes that junior. Definitly a must read for any horse rider, not just the saddle seat rider. Saddles seat saddles,lane fox saddles, gaited saddles. Saddle seat horsemanship american saddlebred museum. Saddle seat tack for gaited horses at horse tack company.
What makes saddle seat riding different from other english. This circle y equitation show saddle is in really good condition with minimal wear. Saddle seat equitation half price books marketplace. Lyons was the champion of the 2009 1417 equitation division of the pacific coast horse shows circuit, inc. Tucker saddles add 12 to seat size 16 measurement would be a 16. Usef saddle seat medal individual workouts of the top four riders are required and must include two or more individual tests from tests 1 16. This is a very complete book about proper saddle seat technique.
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