The only way to find out is to enter the world of horse shows. If your're right, the judges will concur, and you'll go home with a handful of ribbons and trophies. On the Circuit Professional and serious amateur riders spend many months and miles on the road to compete at major shows. It can be a major undertaking to transport horses, tack, and other equipment necessary to show your horse at its best. A ringmaster ushers in classes and keeps them running smoothly.
Judges select the winners, while stewards enforce the rules.
Officials must pass written tests to be licensed by the American Horse Shows Association, the governing body for most American horse shows. In jumping events, the ground crew under the supervision of the course designer, sets up fences according to the designer's plan. The crew will also reset any fence that may be knocked down. These proud and magnificent horses seem to thrive on attention and applause as they are exhibited in either three or five gaited classes. Equitation Saddle-seat equitation riders are judged on their form and control.