CHJA Recognized Divisions

WALK-TROT EQUITATION DIVISION
Open to riders 10 years and under who have not competed in any class requiring them to canter or jump at a CHJA show. Riders may not compete in any short stirrup classes. Riders will be asked to walk and trot in both directions of the ring. They will be judged on position and ability to control their mount. Diagonals will be considered.

Note: Only single points will be issued in the Walk Trot Division regardless of how many compete in and complete the class. If three CHJA recognized walk trot equitation classes are offered and all classes have at least 3 exhibitors compete and complete the class, the division can offer a championship and reserve for points.

SHORT STIRRUP EQUITATION DIVISION
Open to riders 12 years and under who have never competed over fences exceeding 18" in an USEF or CHJA Recognized show. Riders showing in this division may not compete in any other recognized division or recognized class in a show with fences exceeding 18" with the exception of pleasure and pet-type pony classes.
SHORT STIRRUP WALK-TROT-CANTER: Shown at the walk, trot, and canter both ways of the ring. Diagonals and leads considered.
SHORT STIRRUP CROSS-RAILS: A minimum of 4 and maximum of 8 cross-rail fences not to exceed 18". May trot or canter.

PRE CHILDREN'S EQUITATION DIVISION
Open to junior riders who are eligible for Limit Equitation over fences as of December 1 of the current show year and have never shown over fences exceeding 2'6" at a recognized horse show. Riders may show horses or ponies. Fence height 2'0". At the same show, riders may not cross enter into Children's Equitation, Children's Pony Hunter, Pony Hunters, any Medal classes that exceed 2' or any class where fences exceed 2'6". No combinations permitted.
PRE CHILDREN'S EQUITATION FLAT
PRE CHILDEN'S EQUITATION FENCES 2'0'

CHILDREN'S EQUITATION DIVISION
Open to riders who are eligible for Children's Hunter, have not shown over a course where fences exceeded 3' at a Recognized show, and have never shown in the CHJA Junior Medal Finals. No combinations.
CHILDREN'S EQUITATION FLAT
CHILDREN'S EQUITATION FENCES for horses and large ponies 2'6", for small/medium ponies 2'0".

JUNIOR EQUITATION DIVISION
Open to all junior riders. Riders cannot cross enter into the Children's Equitation Division at the same show.
JUNIOR EQUITATION FLAT
JUNIOR EQUITATION FENCES 3'

OPEN EQUITATION DIVISION
NOTE: Complete specifications for the following sections regarding eligibility and course requirements are indicated in the rule book.

OPEN EQUITATION UNDER 12 FLAT
OPEN EQUITATION UNDER 12 FENCES: 2'3"

OPEN EQUITATION 12-14 FLAT
OPEN EQUITATION 12-14 FENCES: Not to exceed 3'

OPEN EQUITATION 15-17 FLAT
OPEN EQUITATION 15-17 FENCES: Not to exceed 3'6"

This following option can be offered in lieu of Open Under 12, Open 12-14 and Open 15-17 sections. Riders will get points in their correct age groups.

OPEN EQUITATION UNDER 18 FLAT
OPEN EQUITATION UNDER 18 FENCES: Not to exceed 3'6"

Please note, only the following three combination options of Open Equitation classes may be run at any show.

1. Open under 12, Open 12-14, Open 15-17, OR
2. Open under 15, Open 15-17, (Riders will get points in their correct age groups).
3. Open under 18 (This never can be offered with other Open classes. Riders will get points in their correct age groups)

ADULT EQUITATION DIVISION
Open to adult amateur riders. Courses must contain at least six individual jumping efforts, with one change of lead and at least one combination.
ADULT EQUITATION FLAT
ADULT EQUITATION FENCES: 2'9" to 3'

MODIFIED ADULT EQUITATION
Open to adult amateur riders who, as of Dec. 1 of the current show year, have not shown in classes with fences 3' or higher at more than three recognized (USEF, CHJA, CHSA, NEHC) horse shows within the past two show years. Riders in this division may not compete in any class at the same show where obstacles exceed 2'6".
MODIFIED ADULT EQUITATION FLAT
MODIFIED ADULT EQUITATION FENCES 2'6"

                                  CHJA MEDAL CLASSES

CHJA Medal classes are stand alone classes and may not be combined with any other class.

CHJA Medal Class requirements state that only CHJA Members are permitted to compete in these qualifying classes. Membership cards or numbers must be provided, or a membership application completed and dues paid at the time of registration for these classes.

For any class to count, at least four riders (active CHJA members) must complete both phases of the class.

If there are only 4 entrants in a Medal Class, and one of the entrants is a non member, the class will not count and points will not be awarded.

Riders can only enter one Medal Class at any show.  This applies to one-day or multi-day shows.

The class consists of two phases.  The first phase is over obstacles and the second phase is on the flat with each phase counting 50%.

Points are scored 10, 6, 4, 2, 1, 1/2 regardless of the classification of the show or the number of entrants in the class.

If a rider qualifies for or has shown in a 3' equitation final including the CHJA Junior Medal, they are no longer eligible for the Children's Medal Final. This also means they can no longer show in the Children's Medal at regular shows.

CHJA CHILDREN'S MEDAL
Open to Junior members of the CHJA who are eligible for Children's Hunter, have not shown over a course where fences exceeded 3' at a Recognized show. If you have ever qualified or shown in a 3' Equitation Finals including the CHJA Junior Medal, you are not eligible for the Children's Medal. The class consists of two phases. The first phase is over a course of not less than eight obstacles at 2'6" in height, which must contain two changes of direction after the first fence with no combinations permitted. Judges will select at least six contestants (if available) to show at a walk, trot, and canter. The second (flat) phase is mandatory and will count 50%. The same horse to be shown by the same rider in both phases. To fill the class at least four competitors must complete both phases of the class. Judges may require additional testing, using current USEF Tests 1-8.

CHJA PONY MEDAL
Rider to be a Junior Member of CHJA who has not reached his/her 18th birthday. The class consists of two phases. The first phase is shown over a course of not less than six obstacles. Small ponies to jump obstacles 2'0" in height, Medium ponies to jump obstacles 2'3" in height, and Large ponies to jump obstacles 2'9" in height. If a combination is used, suggested distances for in and outs are 20' for small, 22' for medium, and 24' for large ponies. If the distance between obstacles is less than 72' then the distance must be adjusted for each height section. Judges will select at least six contestants (if available) to show at a walk, trot, and canter. The second (flat) phase is mandatory and will count 50%. The same pony to be shown by the same rider in both phases. To fill the class at least four competitors must complete both phases of the class. Judges may require additional testing, using current USEF Tests 1-8.

CHJA JUNIOR MEDAL
Rider to be a Junior Member of CHJA who has not reached his/her 18th birthday. The class consists of two phases. The first phase is shown over a course of not less than eight obstacles 3' in height, which must include one combination including an oxer, and two changes of direction (change of lead) after the first fence. Judges will select at least six contestants (if available) to show at a walk, trot, and canter. The second (flat) phase is mandatory and will count 50%. The same horse to be shown by the same rider in both phases. To fill the class at least four competitors must complete both phases of the class. Judges may require additional testing, using current USEF Tests 1-19.

Note: A rider qualifying for the CHJA Junior Medal Final may choose to ride in either the Junior Medal Final or the Master's Medal Final. If a rider has ever qualified for any 3'6" (or higher) final prior to the end of the qualifying period for the current year's Medal Finals, (e.g. USEF Medal, Maclay. Washington, they must ride in the Masters Medal Final.

CHJA ADULT MEDAL
Rider to be an Amateur Adult Member of the CHJA. The class consists of two phases. The first phase is shown over a course of not less than eight obstacles 3' in height, which must include one combination including an oxer, and two changes of direction (change of lead) after the first fence. Judges will select at least six contestants (if available) to show at a walk, trot, and canter. The second (flat) phase is mandatory and will count 50%. The same horse to be shown by the same rider in both phases. To fill the class at least four competitors must complete both phases of the class. Judges may require additional testing, using current USEF TESTS 1-19

                                     HUNTER DIVISIONS

SHORT STIRRUP HUNTER DIVISION
Open to all riders twelve years of age and under who have never competed over obstacles exceeding 18" in a USEF or CHJA Recognized Show.  Riders competing in this Division may not compete in any other Recognized Division or Recognized Class in a show where obstacles exceed 18" in height.
Jumping classes to be shown over a course not to exceed eight obstacles not to exceed 18" in height. 
SHORT STIRRUP HUNTER FENCES 18"
SHORT STIRRUP HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

PRE-CHILDREN'S HUNTER DIVISION
Open to junior riders who are eligible for Limit equitation over fences as of December 1 of the current show year and have never shown over fences exceeding 2'6" at a recognized horse show. Riders may show horses or ponies. Fence height 2'0". At the same show, horse/rider and pony/rider combinations may not cross enter into Children's Hunter Horse/Pony, Pony Hunters or any class where fences exceed 2'6". No combinations permitted.
PRE CHILDREN'S HUNTER FENCES 2'0"

PRE CHILDREN'S HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

MODIFIED CHILDREN'S HUNTER DIVISION (New as of 12/1/2012)

Open to junior riders who are eligible for Children's Equitation. Open to horses or ponies. Fence height 2'6". Spreads not to exceed fence height. No combinations. At the same show, same horse/rider or pony/rider combination cannot enter any over fence classes exceeding 2'6".
MODIFIED CHILDREN'S HUNTER FENCES 2'6"
MODIFIED CHILDREN'S HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

CHILDREN'S HUNTER DIVISION (Follow current Zone 1 Specifications)
The division may be split at the discretion of show management. Same horse/pony rider combination cannot show in any other rated division except Equitation. Horses may be shown by another rider in any other division or section at the same show except Jr. Hunter. Ponies may not cross enter into the regular pony hunter division. Children's Hunter riders may not show in any class where the fence heights exceed 3'6" at the same show. Jogging for soundness at the discretion of the judge.
CHILDREN'S HUNTER FENCES 3' for horses, small & medium ponies 2'; large ponies 2'6";
CHILDREN'S HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

MODIFIED ADULT HUNTER DIVISION
Open to adult amateur riders who, as of Dec. 1 of the current show year, have not shown in classes with fences 3' or higher at more than three recognized (USEF, CHJA, CHSA, NEHC) horse shows within the past two show years. Riders in this division may not compete in any class at the same show where obstacles exceed 2'6".
MODIFIED ADULT HUNTER FENCES 2'6"
MODIFIED ADULT HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER DIVISION (Follow current Zone 1 Specifications)
To be ridden by Amateurs who are no longer eligible to compete as Junior Exhibitors. Height of fences 3', spreads not to exceed height of fence. Ponies may be ridden by adults, suitability to count.
ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER FENCES 3'
ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

PRE-GREEN HUNTER DIVISION (Follow current Zone 1 Specifications)
Fence heights 3'0".
PRE-GREEN HUNTER FENCES 3'0"
PRE-GREEN HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

CONNECTICUT HUNTER DIVISION
Open to all horses and riders.
CONNECTICUT HUNTER FENCES 3'-3'3"
CONNECTICUT HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

CONNECTICUT OPEN HUNTER DIVISION
Open to all horses and riders.
CONNECTICUT OPEN HUNTER FENCES: 3'6"
CONNECTICUT OPEN HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

PONY HUNTER (Follow current USEF Specifications)
Small, Medium, Large, and Green Pony Hunter sections are limited to ponies 14.2 hands and under and riders who have not yet reached their 18th birthday. 

Small Pony Hunters can not exceed 12.2 hands, must be ridden by a junior 12 years of age or younger, and will jump 2'3".

Medium Pony Hunters range in height from over 12.2 to 13.2 hands, must be ridden by a junior 14 years of age or younger, and will jump 2'6". 

Large Pony Hunters must be over 13.2 but not more than 14.2 hands. Riders must be under 18 and will jump 3'.

Green Pony Hunters: A pony of any age who has not been shown over fences the regulation height or higher for its respective section (2'3" for small ponies; 2'6" for medium and 2'9" for large ponies) prior to December 1 of the current competition year. Fence heights Small Ponies to jump 2'3"; Medium Ponies to jump 2'6"; Large Ponies to jump 2'9"

No rider may show more than three ponies in any one height section. 

JUNIOR HUNTER (Small, Large) (Follow current USEF Specifications) is open to riders who have not reached their 18th birthday as of December 1 of the current competition year.

GREEN CONFORMATION, FIRST & SECOND YEAR GREEN WORKING, REGULAR CONFORMATION, AMATEUR OWNER (3'3" & 3'6"), see current USEF specifications.

Note: The CHJA does not currently recognize the new High Performance Hunter divisions introduced starting Dec 1, 2010.

JUMPER DIVISIONS

LOW TRAINING JUMPER DIVISION
Open to all horses and riders. Horse and rider combinations are not eligible to compete in any other jumper classes at the same show where heights exceed 3'6". Fence height not to exceed 3'0".

OPEN JUMPER DIVISION (Follow current Zone 1 Specifications)

CONNECTICUT OPEN JUMPER DIVISION
Open to all horses and ponies. All obstacles shall be at least 3'6" in height, with a maximum height of 3'9" in the first round. Minimum spread 3'. Classes shall be scored using USEF tables.

LOW CHILDREN'S JUMPER (New as of December 1, 2012)

Same as current USEF Zone 1 specifications with the exception that the fence heights are to be set at 3'-3'3", and, if offered, a rider may not show in both the Children's Jumper and the Low Children's Jumper at the same show.

CHILDREN'S JUMPER (Follow current Zone 1 Specifications)
To be ridden by Exhibitors who have not reached their 18th birthday by December 1 of the current competition year. Fences to be set at 1.05m to 1.15m (3'9").  

Note: Members accruing points in the Children's Jumper division and the Low Children's Jumper division will be eligible for one combined CHJA year-end award.

LOW ADULT AMATEUR JUMPER (New as of December 1, 2012)

Follow current USEF Zone 1 specifications with the exception that the fence heights are to be set at 3'-3'3", and, if offered, a rider may not show in both the Adult Amateur Jumper and the Low Adult Amateur Jumper at the same show.

Members accruing points in the Zone 1 Adult Amateur Jumper division and the Low Adult Amateur Jumper division will be eligible for one combined CHJA year-end award.

ADULT AMATEUR JUMPER (Follow current Zone 1 Specifications)
To be ridden by Exhibitors who are no longer eligible to compete as Junior Exhibitors. All exhibitors must be amateurs in accordance with GR1306 and must show USEF Amateur Certification. Fences to be set at 1.05m to 1.15m (3'9").  

The following jumper classes may be run to receive CHJA points if they are offered as part of a USEF recognized horse show. Follow USEF rules.

JUNIOR JUMPER (follow USEF)
 
A/O JUMPER (follow USEF) 

Note:
If all classes in a CHJA recognized division have at least 3 exhibitors compete and complete the class, the division will offer a championship and reserve for points. If there are fewer than 3 exhibitors completing any class, then each class will stand on its own for points, however with no divisional championship or reserve awarded.