LEC Shows

LEC Show Information

The LEC Eventing Derbies are designed to build both the rider’s confidence, as well as the horse’s. We try to design cross country courses that are varied, but not overwhelming. The Eventing Derby will have fences going into the woods for Pollywog, Beginner Novice, Novice and Training.

For those horses and riders at the Pre-Amoeba, Amoeba and Tadpole Levels the course will be set in the enclosed area next to the cross country jump field. This again is so that the green horse and rider can experience the thrills of cross country in a relaxed setting.

What is an Eventing Derby?

An eventing derby consists of two phases. The first phase is a traditional dressage test. The second phase is a jumping course on grass terrain. The course will be a combination of stadium and cross country fences. Course will range from 12-22 fences depending on the class and may include ditches, banks or water. The jumping phase will be scored based on traditional show jumping and cross country rules including penalty points for knocked rails

Competition Levels

Mini Pre-Amoeba – Poles on the ground
Mini Amoeba – 12 inches cross rails
Pre-Amoeba – 18 inches cross rails
Amoeba – 18 inches cross rails and verticals
PreStarter or Intro – 2 feet
Starter – 2 ft 3 inches
Beginner Novice – 2 ft 7 inches
Novice – 2 ft 11 inches
Training – 3 ft 3 inches

When will the Eventing Derbies be held?

A series of three Eventing Derbies will be offered; competitors may enter any or all of these derbies. However, competitors who enter all three derbies will be eligible for special series awards in addition to the awards at each derby competition.

See the individual premiums for each competition for more details.