handbook - American Haflinger Registry

II.JUMPING CLASSESA. The course is designed to test the horse’s ability to jump a variety of obstacles. One round will bejumped followed by a jump-off for all competitors having a clean first round. The jump-off will be overa shortened course and timed.B. USEF rules for penalties and faults will be applied. Heights of fences in first round will be 2’6” and 3’on the jump-off.C. This class will be scored according to USEF rules for Knockdown Classes (Table II-Section 2a),meaning the first round is scored for knockdowns, refusals and exceeding the time allowed. In theevent of equality of faults after the first round, a timed jump-off will determine the winner, with time asthe deciding factor or tiebreaker.D. The jump-off will be held after all competitors have completed the first round.E. The course for the first round and jump-off will be posted one hour before the class at the entrance tothe arena. Competitors will be given the opportunity to walk the course, and at the same time the jumpoff course. For the shortened course, all other jumps not being used from the first round will beremoved from the arena.F. There will be NO SCHOOLING over the course prior to the jumper class.G. Attire will be consistent as for working Hunters over Fences, and Equipment is as follows:1. There is no restriction on the English style saddle, girth, or bridle.2. The misuse of any bit will result in being severely penalized, including the possibility of disqualification.3. Blinkers and hoods are prohibited.4. Nose bands when used with a snaffle, dropped, crossed, or flashes, must be correct in position, fit andcomposed of leather entirely.5. Only unrestricted running martingales are permitted.6. Hard hat is required.7/08 VI-A-1470