Experience fair judging, supportive atmosphere, and the true spirit of classical dressage. Multiple levels ensure competition appropriate for every rider.
A new way to compete where Lightness is the goal.
This is a new way to compete where Lightness is the goal. The tournament is an event that brings like-minded horsemen together to display and celebrate the art of lightness in horsemanship. An opportunity to demonstrate the classical principles of riding through artistic equitation. It is a venue to practice and display equine artistic expression and technical skill.
The Lightness Tournament is a way for those of us striving for lightness with our horses to test ourselves with our horses — to find out where we are in our journey for lightness. It is not a competition putting all of us against each other. The Tournament allows the focus to be the partnership between the rider and the horse and not on winning. You ride for your horse and not for a score, the purpose is to promote teamwork and demonstrate a true partnership between horse and rider.
There are a series of 5 Levels of tests specifically designed for the horse and rider team to develop, improve and showcase their progress in riding in Lightness. Each test has movements to pass before going onto the next level. A way to strive for mastering each level with excellence. The levels are graded on lightness, movement, technical and artistic value. You are allowed the opportunity to ride a test two times, if something went wrong the first time. Thus giving us a chance to fix or improve our test. The judge will give comments but not a score. If you do not pass you can ride the test again another day. It is not about passing Level 5 quickly. It is about passing each level with lightness and finesse.
Experienced judges evaluate riders on harmony, lightness, and correct execution — not just flashy movements.
From first-time competitors to seasoned professionals — divisions ensure appropriate competition for everyone.
We believe in building each other up. Competitors encourage one another in the true spirit of horsemanship.
Five progressive Under Saddle levels and a special test for accomplished riders.
Foundation of lightness with one-handed riding, rein drops, and direct pirouettes. Perfect for riders beginning their competition journey.
View Test SheetDevelop precision through lateral work—shoulder-in, half-pass, and leg-yield. Features reverse pirouettes, full passes, and elegant simple changes.
View Test SheetWhere Grand Prix begins—piaffe, passage, and counter-canter join Spanish walk and walk waltz pirouettes. Collection meets expression.
View Test SheetMaster advanced artistry—passage figure 8s, pirouettes in piaffe, and flying changes without reins. Features the dramatic passade.
View Test SheetThe pinnacle—airs above ground, tempi changes, and pirouettes in three legs. Features the free exercise and terre-à-terre entry.
View Test SheetA special test for accomplished riders featuring advanced movements in a condensed format. Showcase precision and artistry.
View Test SheetTraditional Spanish equestrian arts in competition.
Alta Escuela is a discipline regulated by the Federación Andaluza de Hípica (FAH) in Spain. This is the art of classical Spanish high school riding, featuring movements such as Spanish walk, piaffe, passage, and airs above ground.
Tests have been translated to English by Manuel Trigo, respecting the original presentation, wording, and Alta Escuela traditions.
Doma Vaquera is a discipline regulated by the Real Federación Hípica Española (RFHE) in Spain. This working equitation style showcases the traditional skills of the Spanish cowboy—precision, agility, and practical horsemanship.
Tests have been translated to English by Manuel Trigo, respecting the original presentation, wording, and Doma Vaquera traditions.
Skill competitions and special exhibitions.
The Games gather classes where horses and riders will show and test their skills and abilities such as Spanish Walk, Piaffe, Passage, and transitions.
A spectacular class featuring the Spanish pole (garrocha). Riders demonstrate precision, control, and artistry while maneuvering with this traditional tool.
Demonstrations of classical longe line work. Ground-based exhibition of classical principles with the horse working on long reins.
Everything you need to compete.
Complete rules and regulations for all competition levels, scoring criteria, and participation requirements.
Download Rules (PDF)Rules for mounted games and skill competitions held during tournament events.
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