What is a walk and trot test?

[anniedoherty]

I have heard a few people mention a "walk and trot test" on here. Sorry to show my ignorance, but what is it exactly?

 

[Irishcobs]

It's a dressage test that you only do walk and trot in, no canter. It's good for youngsters to get them started in the comp world.

 

[anniedoherty]

I've never seen one advertised. Are they called walk and trot tests in the schedule?

 

[Irishcobs]

Yes they are. Normally the 2005 version.

 

[anniedoherty]

Thanks. I will look out for one because I need to start somewhere as I am sooooo nervous when it comes to competing that I've not done it for years.

 

[Reashi]

There is also the Pony Club D level 1 dressage test which only walk and trot.

 

[anniedoherty]

Thank you. I'm afraid I am now way too old for the Pony Club - more like the Veterans Club!

 

[mar2505]

Sounds like a good idea, anyone any idea of one in Bucks/ Berks area. Sounds right up my street.

 

[sillygillyhorse]

Dont worry about your age and Pony Club Tests, many of the show venues that run Walk & Trot tests use the Pony Club one but are open to anyone, whatever age you are. As some one else said they are a good introduction for a novice be it horse or rider.

Hope you find a venue running a walk/trot test and feel up to having a go, you will be fine, good luck and enjoy.

 

[anniedoherty]

Thank you MrsT. Oliver is 6 and I've no idea if he's ever done a dressage test as I don't know his history. I am definitely a novice myself though and will start looking for somewhere that runs a walk/trot test because I want to start with something simple and well within my capabilities and then build up to something bigger if I enjoy the first experience.

 

[weetmanswagon]

I started off doing the walk & trot test at my local equestrian centre - I actually enjoyed it ! Plus, they normally put you on first so there's even less people watching than usual.

 

[NagNagNag]

Solihull RC usually run walk and trot tests. I think you can download the tests from their web site, so even if its a bit far to go, you can still have a look and see whats involved.