JUMPER RULES

All classes will have a starting order.

 

The first class of any Jumper division is a speed class (Table II Sec 1). A single round is ridden. The winner is decided by adding together the faults incurred over the course and any penalties for exceeding the Time Allowed. Horses with clear rounds or equal faults are classified according to their time taken to complete the course.

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The second class of any Jumper division is a Jump-off class (Table II Sec 2(b)). The first round and jump-off, if any, are decided by adding together the faults incurred over the course and any penalties for exceeding the Time Allowed. If a competitor has gone clear in the first round, the competitor will, without leaving the ring, upon an audible signal, commence the designated jump-off course. If there are no clear rounds and a tie exists for first place, the results will be determined by the scores and time from that round.

 

Year End Awards: Year end awards will be presented for a single Jumper division, unless qualified entries justify a split as determined by the DLSC board prior to the Awards Banquet.  Points will be earned in each class shown based on placing within that class: 7 points for 1st place, 5 points for 2nd place, 4 points for 3rd place, etc.   Riders must show in both classes within a division for the show to count (must show in at least 4 shows during the year).  Riders are free to enter multiple jumper divisions, but will only earn points for placings in the 2 highest level divisions.  If riders wish to partake in lower classes in addition to the higher ones, they are encouraged to show H.C. to allow for lower level competitors to earn points fairly.

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The heights and speeds in the 3 DLSC recognized jumper divisions are low and slow.

 

Running fast and flat over small jumps can be dangerous for both horse and rider. Show management reserves the right to eliminate or disqualify any rider in the jumper classes who is determined to be riding dangerously.