Hunt seat is another type of riding. It is based on the tradition of fox hunting. Hunters classes include flat, no jumping, and fences, jumps, where the horse is judged in movement and form. Equitation classes judge the riders ability both on flat and over fences.
A champion hunt seat rider has perfect form: proper leg position, weight in heels, soft hands, good posture, balanced seat, eyes up, and when working with fences, eyes looking towards next jump.
Three different types of hunt seat:
Show Hunter- these horses are judged on their movement, way of going, manners, and jumping form. They need to be smooth, quiet moving, well-built with an excellent temperament. This riding class is also known as "English Pleasure".
Show Jumper- in this class, only jumping ability is scored. Because of this, most horses that perform in these classes have more power and energy. These horses would include breeds such as thoroughbreds and warmbloods who are taller and have more muscle mass. It is rare that you will see a horse perform in both hunter and jumper because of difference in temperment and style of moving.
Equitation- these classes judge the rider only on there position and control. This means that the horse does not need to have perfect movement but should have good manners as to not take away from the rider's abilities.
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The hunt seat sounds pretty complicated to acheive. It must take a lot of practice.
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