26 IRISH DRAUGHT MARE or GELDING, 4 and 5 years old, registered in the Irish Draught section of the Irish Horse Register or harmonised Irish Draught studbooks and to STALLION classified as Class 1 and Class 2 27 IRISH DRAUGHT MARE or GELDING,6 years old and over, registered in the Irish Draught section of the Irish Horse Register or harmonised Irish Draught studbooks and to STALLION classified as Class 1 and Class 2. S23 CHAMPION PRIZES, £50 and £25- for the Champion and Reserve Champion Performance Irish Draught. Presented by the Society. S24 THE WINDMILL STUD PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY - for the Champion Performance Irish Draught. Presented by Eugene and Fiona Carson of Ardboe Cold Store.

PERFORMANCE IRISH DRAUGHT Thursday Main Arena Entry Fees: RUAS Member £85, Non-Member £90 Stabling is included in the entry fee for the evening before the class only. Entries will be limited to 35 entries between class 26 and 27. A maximum of 3 Stallions will be allowed to compete in each class. Stallions will not be allowed to stable overnight and must arrive the morning of the class between 6am & 8am. Stallions must leave once the class has finished provided, they are not required for the horse parade. Riders/Handlers must wear a wear a green sash whilst riding/leading the stallion through the show grounds. (These are available from the veterinary declaration area). IDHS Limited has kindly donated a contribution towards the Irish Draught classes. To be ridden by riders who have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January in the current year. Riders may only ride a maximum of two horses in each class. Failure to adhere to this rule will result in all scores for this rider, in this class being considered null & void. Aim To demonstrate the ability, temperament and suitability of the Irish Draught horse for the amateur riding market. The Irish Draught is the foundation of the Irish sport horse. It should have good movement, rideability, bravery and be capable of participating competently in all equestrian activities. It should be strong, intelligent, willing, sensible and have a kind disposition. A performance element has been included in these classes to demonstrate and showcase the performance potential of the Irish Draught. Dress & Tack • Correctly secured protective headgear conforming to the current safety standards must be worn and properly secured at all times. • The wearing of a body protector is recommended. • Any suitable snaffle bridle may be worn. Bits must be used in their manufactured condition, without any addition or modification on or to any part and conform to the requirements of the class. The bit must never be used to reprimand the horse. Judges will take into consideration the effectiveness and severity of the bit and bridle and their decision is final. • Martingales are not permitted. • Neckstraps and/or breastplates are permitted. • No saddle cloths, only saddle contoured numnahs are permitted. • Only blunt metal spurs or ones with rubber rowels < 2.5cms facing downwards are permitted. • Front boots of a plain colour may be worn during the flatwork and jumping phase. • No hind boots or bandages permitted. The same tack must be used in each phase. No tack etc. may be worn that conceals the conformation of the horse. Flat Work Phase Details of the Flat Work Phase. Flatwork phase 20 x 40 arena - See Prize Schedule for more details. Jumping Phase 4 and 5 Year olds- < 85cm in height 6 Year old and over - < 1m in height Exhibits will be required to jump a course of 9 fences, including natural and derby style fences. Exhibitors are encouraged to show extended canter / gallop at the end of their jumping round. Exhibitors are advised to ensure that their entry is presented by a competent rider. Based on ground conditions, the RUAS reserves the right to change the jumping course format on the day of competition. Penalties: • For each fence down - 4 penalties • 1st refusal - 5 penalties • 2nd refusal - 10 penalties • 3rd refusal on course - Elimination Fall of horse or rider - Elimination Conformation Assessment Once the competitor has completed the jumping phase, he/she will proceed to strip the horse and present in-hand to the conformation judge. The rhythm and fluency along with jumping technique and the balance and harmony of the rider will be taken into consideration when judging the jumping phase. Phase Points Total Flat Work 40 Jumping: 9 fences @ 10 points each Rhythm & Fluency Technique Balance & Harmony of rider with horse Total Jumping Marks 90 10 10 10 120 Conformation Phase 40 Total Marks 200 In the event of a tie, the horse with the highest mark for the jumping phase will be the winner. If there is still a tie the horse with the highest conformation mark will be the winner. If there is still a tie the winner will be at the judge's discretion. Course Designer Adrienne Stuart