What Is the Hack Division?
The hack, or hunter hack, division judges a horse's manners and way of going under saddle at the walk, trot, and canter, plus two fences, without the emphasis on style over larger courses.
What Judges Look For
Judges reward a calm, correct, and pleasant horse to ride — smooth transitions, a consistent frame, and quiet manners matter more than flashy movement.
A Good Entry Point
Hack classes are often a lower-pressure way for green horses or nervous riders to gain confidence in the show ring before tackling a full hunter course.
Typical Class Format
Riders are usually asked to walk, trot, and canter both directions of the ring, then jump two small fences individually, with placings based on the horse's overall way of going.
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