Showjumping is undoubtedly the one of the most popular and most recognizable equestrian events. At its highest competitive level, show jumping is recognized as one of the three Olympic equestrian disciplines alongside both dressage and eventing. Locally it is an exciting and rewarding sport for all levels and age groups on horses and ponies of varying abilities. Competitions are divided into three categories, Children (up to 14years) riding Ponies, Junior (14 – 18 years) and Adult riding Horses. The jumping season runs all year, with ample opportunity to take part in a range of classes from those at the grassroots and entry level to the exciting, hotly contended Llewellyn Classic, National Championships and the FEI World Jumping Challenges. Entry Level is from 50cm at Practice shows, increasing in 10cm increments through to Open graded Jumping at 130cm and higher.

Our purpose is to improve and maintain standards of showjumping, while encouraging members of all standards and at all levels to enjoy fair competition over safe and attractive courses designed and built by qualified showjumping course designers. Ensuring well run, enjoyable entertainment for competitors, families, owners and spectators. 

Spectator friendly and easy to understand, the object for the show jumper is to negotiate a series of obstacles, where emphasis is placed on height and width, and to do so without lowering the height (knocking down) or refusing to jump any of the obstacles. The time taken to complete the course is also a factor. The show jumping course tests a horse’s athleticism, agility and tractability while simultaneously testing a rider’s precision, accuracy and responsiveness. While its actual origins remain somewhat unclear, competitive show jumping has nonetheless enjoyed immense popularity worldwide since the early 1900s, and the discipline continues to enjoy growth and prosperity.

It is also important to remember that this is a sport open to all!