What Is Horse Judging
Youth learn what the ideal horse or performance should look like as well as recognize undesirable traits associated with judging horses. Youth are able to develop decision-making skills by observing and evaluating horses. They are also able to develop communication skills through this opportunity.
Youth may choose to learn this information so they may understand what a judge is looking for and learn how to improve on their performance OR the youth may choose to use the information in a competitive setting.
Halter Classes-Youth judge a class of 4 horses based on balance, structural correctness, muscling, breed and sex characteristics, quality, and travel.
Performance Classes- Youth judge a class of 4 horses using functional correctness, quality of movement, and manners as a guideline.
Horse ownership is not required to participate in these classes.
Horse Educational Classes offered
The horse project will be offering horse judging classes beginning in September for those interested in learning what a horse judge may be looking for when judging a horse show. Youth may also want to use this information to compete in the State 4-H Horse Judging contest to be held on November 5. Horse Judging classes are scheduled for September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31.
All of these classes take place at Foursquare Gospel Church in Winterset beginning at 6:30 pm to 8 pm. If you have questions, please call Jana Peters at 462, 4177.