What Is HorseCross? |
JumpCross is a great introduction to the world of cross country riding. The sport has a lot to offer for both new and experienced riders alike.
The best way to understand JumpCross is expained on the official website:
JumpCross is the brainchild of Robin Dunlop, Grange Farm Equestrian Centre, Peterborough. After many years of building and observing cross-country courses and the manner in which they were ridden, Robin felt there must be a better way for both horse and rider to achieve a rhythmical, balanced style whilst developing a clean, accurate jumping technique.
So often it was seen that a junior was ‘taken’ round the course by their ponies, not necessarily being required to ride, just (hopefully) to steer, stop and stay on! What happens then when this young rider moves onto a horse? This is often when we see the struggle start, unsure of the correct positioning or aids to give, confusion and disappointment grows in both the jockey and his steed as the horse refuses many requests to jump. From this JumpCross was born.
How Can You Take Part?
You can take part in JumpCross training sessions with an accredited JumpCross instructor or at one of the many JumpCross events. Competition rounds are timed with penalties added for knocked fences. Each course has one ‘joker fence’ - a fence that is 6 inches higher than the rest and extra points are gained for clearing it.
Click here to visit the official JumpCross Website.
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This article was written by Charis Alexandra on Tuesday, March 17th, 2009 for Horse Searchers
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