Showing classes for older riders

[rosie gall]

Hi at the age of 64 I am still keen to continue to ride and I am currently looking for my next pony. Only 5'2 so being sensible these days. My question is though what showing classes can I enter and will this then limit what pony I should by next?

 

[humblepie]

I would say find the horse or pony that suits you and go from there. There is a veteran rider championship local to us. Not done it but imagine a mixture of types and breeds.

 

[Flowerofthefen]

As above, find the pony/ horse first. I don't think I've ever seen an upper age limit on riders in showing so what classes you can do will totally depend on what pony you buy. There are a massive variety of classes out there now so you won't have any problems finding something to suit.

 

[Snowfilly]

Mountain and moorland or coloured classes would be good bets if you find a pony that suits. I’ve never seen age limits on anything other than show pony / plaited type classes, so it’s a question of finding what suits you.

 

[Gloi]

A registered native is your best bet. At 5'2" you won't even need one of the largest breeds which will give you a bigger range to pick from. You could even have one like Dave

 

[rosie gall]

Thanks really helpful. The quest is one!