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We have our gymkhanas at the Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Center
20464 E. Riggs Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85242
20464 E. Riggs Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85242
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Boots or shoes with a clearly defined heel and long pants must be worn while in the arena.
A western saddle or a speed saddle must be used while in the arena.
Alcoholic beverages or use of any illegal substance of any kind are strictly prohibited by riders on the grounds. One warning will be given; any repeat offense will result in automatic dismissal of the rider and/or guest(s). No points will be given to the rider for that day.
The use of profanity or abusive language by any contestant will result in disqualification from that event and could result in disqualification from the entire gymkhana.
The contestant shall have one minute to be at the gate of the arena after his/her name is called. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from that event.
It is the responsibility of the rider to understand the pattern of each event ridden.
There will be no running of a horse outside the arena, with the exception of inside the warm up arena, and then only for the purpose of warming up the horse (no racing or reckless running). There will be no running into the arena. This is for the safety of all riders and animals.
There will be no refunds after entries are paid.
If a timer failure occurs, the rider has the option of up to two re-rides. If during the first re-ride an obstacle is knocked over, the rider may take a second re-ride. If the second re-ride is taken, it voids the first re-ride and the rider must take the time given during the second re-ride. When the first re-ride is successful (no obstacles were knocked over) the rider is required to take that time and a second re-ride is not allowed. Jackpot events require only one re-ride given in the event of a timer failure.
Any act of discourtesy or disobedience toward any Gymkhana Official, in and out of the arena, will result in disqualification for the duration of the Gymkhana.
Any discrepancies in times or patterns must be brought to the attention of the arena judges immediately (prior to the next rider entering the arena).
After crossing the timer, a rider has a maximum of two minutes to complete the pattern and exit the arena.
The rider must ride the same horse in all point events to qualify for high point of the day, with the exception of injury to the animal and approval by a CVSC Officer. Once an injured horse has withdrawn, said horse may not return to competition for that day.
To qualify for high point monies, riders in age-group competition and open classes must compete in all four point events except for the 3-7 age group. The 3-7 group must compete in at least the first 2 point events.
The rider may ride more than one horse in the same division, but points will only count for one of the horses. Selection of the "point" must be decided at the time of entry.
The age of the rider as of September 1st of the first half of the season will determine the age group the rider will ride in for that year.
The contestant or the contestant's legal guardian must sign all entries and release form before entering the arena.
A five-second penalty will be taken for each prop that is knocked down in all events except the flag race. Any prop knocked down in the flag race will result in a no time.
Line judges will be used for any event requiring small barrels. A CVSC official will appoint the line judges. The line judges decision is final.
In the event of a tie, if the contestants agree, the monies will be divided equally. If not, an event will be run as a tie breaker for monies. The points will remain the same. The event selected will be at the discretion of the judge.
Voting is restricted to annual members.
Excessive punishment or inhumane treatment of any horse at any time shall result in disqualification for the duration of the Gymkhana. CVSC Officers will determine what constitutes excessive punishment or inhumane treatment - no exceptions.
The CVSC President is the final authority on any discrepancies that may arise.
Any discrepancies must be discussed with the arena judge or the CVSC President. Discrepancies are not to be discussed at the announcer's stand.
Pay outs for 4 point events will be as follows:
Age Group Competitions:Eight or more riders:1st $50.00, 2nd $30.00 3rd $20.00Five to seven riders:1st $40.00, 2nd $25.00 One to four riders: 1st $35.00There will be no riding double in the arena unless a signed release for both riders is on file.
Horses may not be tied to fences anywhere on the premises.
Any dogs brought onto the premises must be kept on a leash.
Anyone on a lead-line, will have 10 seconds added to their time in their designated age group.
To qualify for year-end awards in multiple classes, contestants must complete at least 8 gymkhanas in each class. (7 if one is canceled)
There will not be any rerides given in the event of tack failure or dismounting of a rider.
All riders must enter the arena thru the approved entrance gate and exit thru the approved exit gate only.
If a rider chooses to participate in the time-onlys, then a signed release form must be completed and any membership and arena fees must be paid in addition to the time only fee.
The CVSC President, or other appointed CVSC Officer, may determine that a horse presents a safety or health risk to others and disqualify the horse from the gymkhana. They may further request that the horse be removed from the arena grounds. Failure to comply with this request will result in disqualification from the event and forfeiture of accumulated points for the year.
These rules were discussed, voted on and approved at the CVSC Board Meeting held on
October 14, 2009 by those in attendance and were then amended based on a vote at the
CVSC Board Meeting held on October 14, 2009.
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