IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ

HOW TO ENTER:

• Ensure your rider and horse profiles are up to date
• Select the desired A2 class with the correct horse and rider combination
• Only select one A2 class per horse as this combined with Grand Prix will meet the capped number of rounds per horse

NOTE: Riders entered in the A2 class are automatically entered into the Grand Prix class which is why you will not be able to select a Grand Prix class manually (these classes will show 0 spots and $0). 

This will not be reflected in your emailed payment receipt, however will be visible in your registration on Global.

HELPER ROLES

Parents and riders are strongly encouraged to assist with pole pick up throughout the classes, adjusting courses between classes and packing up at the end of the day. Without help, the classes will not be able to run. Prior experience is not necessary and it is an excellent way to gain a better understanding of the sport. 

Please register yourself via the Sign Up link below.

Volunteer Sign Up:
https://signup.com/go/LkKOuKD

BEST CONTACT: geelongshowjumping@gmail.com

VENUE LOCATION
Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre
170 K Road Werribee South 3030

Times and Officials
First Class Course Walk: 7:00am                Start Time: 7.30am
Course Builders: Aaron Mawhinney and Ian Box
Judges: Emily van Sonsbeek and Angela Hodgetts

Conditions of Entry
This competition is open to all students currently enrolled in primary, secondary or home school students.

Freshman class is open to all students currently enrolled in primary school (prep to year 6). Secondary students may ride in Freshman section HC (ie they do not compete for a prize and no points awarded to school) All other classes are open to all students.

All riders must be accompanied by an adult.
One rider per horse rule applies and riders may ride more than one horse.

All riders and owners entering, competing or have horses competing in this event are expected to have read and accepted the following conditions of entry and consent to them when entering online.  Parents of anyone under the age of 18 must have read and consented to the conditions online.

The event will be run under EA rules. The Organising Committee (OC) reserves the right to change or amend the program at its discretion. Horses may only start in a maximum of 2 classes per day.

All riders, participants, volunteers and spectators attend the event at their own risk and the event organisers hold no liability or responsibility for any injury sustained at or during the duration of the event and hold no liability or responsibility for any belongings lost, stolen or misplaced on the show grounds or during the duration of the event. All owners and competitors will be personally responsible for damages to any third parties caused by themselves, their employees, their agents or their animals. Please ensure the safety of your children whilst in proximity to horses.

All Equestrian Victoria Interschool competitions are governed under Victoria’s Child Safe Legislation and EA’s Child Safeguarding Policy. It is expected all competitors, parents, judges, volunteers, and any engaged services to participate under these guidelines.

You give permission to Geelong Showjumping Club to utilise your image, and or your horses images in any and all media in relation to the promotion of activities held by the Geelong Showjumping Club.

Fees and Charges
All Global Entries fees shall be charged to the entrant.
First Aid fee of $15.00 applies per rider, per day.  WPNEC facility fee of $16.50 applies per horse, per day. Administration fee of $10.00 applies per entry.

Refunds and Scratchings
All scratchings will be fully refunded, less a $20 administration fee, prior to close of entries via email only at geelongshowjumping@gmail.com. After the close of entries, a refund of 50% will only be issued with the production of a Veterinary or Medical Certificate for the horse(s) and/or rider(s) requested. A $20 administration fee will be retained. There will be no refunds after the commencement of competition. 

Behavior
Abuse: cruel and violent treatment of a person or animal. Abusive behaviour towards any personnel involved in the organisation and running of this event will not be tolerated. Any person inflicting abuse upon such personnel will be asked to leave the premises and all entries will be forfeited.  EA requires all those involved in equestrian sport, to adhere to the EA Code of Conduct and to acknowledge and accept that at all times the welfare of the Horse must be paramount. Welfare of the Horse must never be subordinated to competitive or commercial influences.

Event Cancellation/Postponement Policy
The OC, at their absolute discretion, may cancel the event at any time due to force majeure (e.g., threatened or abnormal weather conditions), pandemic restrictions, health or safety concerns or any event beyond their reasonable control. In the event of cancellation, the OC will notify each entrant at the earliest possible opportunity via email.
If the event is cancelled or postponed prior to commencement any refund will be determined at the absolute discretion of the OC having regard to their direct or fixed costs expenses incurred or payable by reason of the cancellation. Event creditors and suppliers with legitimate claims will be paid prior to any refunds being made to competitors. If the event is cancelled after it has commenced there will be no refund.

Stables and Yards
Yards are available for use as part of your facility fee.
Stables & camping to be booked through www.WPNEC.com.au
Competitors may not build your own yards or stables as per WPNEC requirements.

Volunteers
If you are unable to complete your volunteer role no matter what the reason, you are required to find a replacement and notify GSJC of the person fulfilling this role.

Memberships and Registrations
Riders must be a current competitive member of Equestrian Australia to be able to ride at this show.

Dress Code and Gear
Riders in all competition rings must be in correct dress of full school equestrian uniform unless otherwise instructed by the judge. Any person mounted upon a horse must be wearing a properly secured helmet and correct footwear. Please ensure your helmet has been tagged, as per the 2022 EA regulations. Helmet tagging will be available at the Secretary Office.
Gear check is the responsibility of schools.
Riders are to provide their own bridle / saddle number.

Presentations
Presentations will be mounted, and riders must wear their correct attire. Riders who are not available for presentations or who do not fulfill any media commitments that may be required by the OC, may forfeit all prizes. Winners of classes may be required to participate in photo and media obligations.

Points and prizes
Ribbons will be awarded from 1st to 6th place.

Champion and reserve prizes will be awarded for each class.

- Points will be allocated in the “A2” and “Grand Prix” classes: 35 for first, 34 for second, 33 for third and so on down to one point for 35th.
- Points scored from each class will be aggregated to determine the Champions and Reserve.
- In the case of equality of points, the rider with the higher points from the Grand Prix will be the winner.

All prizes must be collected by the conclusion of the event on Saturday, otherwise will be reabsorbed back into Geelong Showjumping Club.

Werribee Park Risk Management Conditions

1. Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre Committee of Management considers it a privilege that you are allowed to bring your dog to this venue. Dogs must be on a leash at all times.
2. Approved safety helmets must be worn when riding.
3. Cross country obstacles must not be jumped or used.
4. Riding of horses bareback, rugged only or bridleless is prohibited.
5. Two horses may be led whilst mounted on another horse.
6. Stallions need to be handled or ridden by person/s over the age of seventeen.
7. Horses are not permitted in the quadrangle near indoor.
8. Horses are not permitted near pedestrian doorways.
9. Bicycles are not permitted in the indoor arena or any stable block. Helmets must be worn.
10. Bicycles are not permitted near doors designated as public exits and entrances.
11. Motorcyclists must wear approved helmets at all times.
12. Speed limits must be adhered too. (10kph at all times)
13. Power leads must not be on the ground or over roadways.
14.  Alcohol must not be consumed in the indoor arenas, unless purchased from the licensed bar in indoor 1.
15. Please observe all signs at the venue.
16. Horses must be tied up in a safe manner.
17. No infrastructure is to be erected at the venue without written permission from management.
18. Entry and exit doors to indoor arenas are not to be obstructed at any time.
19. Every event held at WPNEC must provide their own first aid officials.

These conditions apply unless the management or committee has given the event concerned an exemption.