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Saddle Seat Events & Competitions
An elegant English discipline showcasing high-stepping gaited and animated horses.
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About Saddle Seat Events
Saddle seat celebrates the high-stepping, animated gaits of certain breeds, particularly American Saddlebreds, Morgans, and Arabians. Riders sit further back in a specialized saddle that shows off the horse's front end action. The discipline emphasizes brilliance, animation, and presence in the ring. Shows include various divisions from three-gaited (walk, trot, canter) to five-gaited (adding slow gait and rack) and fine harness driving.
Competition Levels
Local, Regional, National
Governing Bodies
USEF, ASHA (American Saddlebred Horse Association)
Famous Saddle Seat Competitions
World's Championship Horse Show
American Royal
Kentucky State Fair
Morgan Grand National
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Skill LevelIntermediate
CategoryEnglish
Olympic SportNo
Start Cost$6,000-$18,000 first year
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