v-shows, anyone ever competed in one? Would you?

Aussiesnapps · 05-07-2008, 05:26 PM

Has anyone here ever participate in virtual on-line shows? I belong to an association that does these but this is the first I've heard of them. I can't wait until I can ride my horses so I can compete.

www.iphda.com

here is an article talking about it
http://www.horsesinthesouth.com/arti...l.aspx?id=2454
Equine Association Makes Virtual History
By: Newsroom Associate
Last Modified: 5/4/2008 12:18:51 PM

International Performance Horse Development Association

IPHDA the equestrian association that asks "how broke is your horse?" is off and running and WOW what a way to start.

IPHDA recently made "virtual" history with its first ever international equestrian competition held on-line in March 2008. There were levels of competition to test the horse and riders ability to execute walk-trot transitions and circles, straight lines, and 90 degree turns as well as more challenging patterns asking the horse and rider to perform the dynamic and exciting flying lead changes, spins, and sliding stops.

With Jim McCutcheon (an internationally renowned clinician who shows Reiners, Cutters, and Cow Horses) judging competitors from the US and Canada, our first v-show was a huge success! Exhibitors were competing for cash awards, and a high point buckle by Silversmith.

IPHDA will continue holding virtual competitions every six weeks, to allow members to compete for great prizes without ever leaving home. The entries for the next v-show close June 1, 2008. Entry details can be found at www.iphda.com.

IPHDA has also developed an interactive website loaded with information to help members that seek better horsemanship skills. At www.iphda.com members will find:

Judges critiques of all virtual show entries: Exhibitors can read what judges thought of their ride.
Clinician critiques: V show exhibitors can read suggestions from IPHDA clinicians for improving their performance.
Trainer tips: Members can watch tips presented by IPHDA clinicians on how to pass each level of the IPHDA program.

Whether riders are looking for the skills to train their own horses, or to become more effective on professionally trained horses, or just looking for a fun competition for their family to enjoy with their horses, IPHDA has something for everyone.

Along with on-line competitions, there are also IPHDA clinics and competitions held in an ever increasing number of areas around the globe. If you can't find a competition in your area do what Nathan Horseman of Alaska did, organize your own IPHDA event, it is simple, rewarding and easy with IPHDA's assistance. IPHDA is actively looking for more people to get involved with holding both shows and clinics. For more information on this new educational association visit the IPHDA website at www.iphda.com.

IPHDA has been compared to, and identified as, western dressage, reining, or horsemanship. All three are accurate descriptions.

Like dressage, IPHDA starts its competition at a very basic level, and using a step by step process builds its competition to an advanced level with a high degree of difficulty.
Like reining, IPHDA expects horses to be willingly guided with little or no apparent resistance.
Like horsemanship, IPHDA uses patterns to test precision and correct execution of maneuvers showing the riders ability to communicate with their horse.

"IPHDA makes better horsemanship a journey of competition instead of a journey to compete." "Not everyone has to go the same distance on the journey to enjoy the experience."

Contact:
IPHDA 2436 FM3164
Gainesville, TX 76240
903-815-4738
info@iphda.com

Aussiesnapps · 05-08-2008, 12:34 PM

Would you compete? Any thoughts on this?

Aussiesnapps · 05-15-2008, 07:11 PM

not a single thought? lol new, weird, spooky lol

grandchampion1 · 05-19-2008, 01:57 PM

wow i've never heard of that!
it sounds kinda cool...
but I wouldn't do it because I don't do reining.
are you going to do it?

horseyfrk145 · 05-19-2008, 02:25 PM

I think it might be a good experience!

Aussiesnapps · 05-19-2008, 03:08 PM

I'm attending the clinics right now but I will compete for sure next year, at both the V-shows and the live shows. The cool thing is you can attend the V-shows even if you are out of the area and with the price of gas you can't beat it. You can get a group of friends together and spend the day taping in your local area and then submit it on line.

05-07-2008, 05:26 PM	#1
Aussiesnapps Senior Member+ Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Central, Texas Posts: 1,905 Images: 191	v-shows, anyone ever competed in one? Would you? Has anyone here ever participate in virtual on-line shows? I belong to an association that does these but this is the first I've heard of them. I can't wait until I can ride my horses so I can compete. www.iphda.com here is an article talking about it http://www.horsesinthesouth.com/arti...l.aspx?id=2454 Equine Association Makes Virtual History By: Newsroom Associate Last Modified: 5/4/2008 12:18:51 PM *International Performance Horse Development Association* IPHDA the equestrian association that asks "how broke is your horse?" is off and running and WOW what a way to start. IPHDA recently made "virtual" history with its first ever international equestrian competition held on-line in March 2008. There were levels of competition to test the horse and riders ability to execute walk-trot transitions and circles, straight lines, and 90 degree turns as well as more challenging patterns asking the horse and rider to perform the dynamic and exciting flying lead changes, spins, and sliding stops. With Jim McCutcheon (an internationally renowned clinician who shows Reiners, Cutters, and Cow Horses) judging competitors from the US and Canada, our first v-show was a huge success! Exhibitors were competing for cash awards, and a high point buckle by Silversmith. IPHDA will continue holding virtual competitions every six weeks, to allow members to compete for great prizes without ever leaving home. The entries for the next v-show close June 1, 2008. Entry details can be found at www.iphda.com. IPHDA has also developed an interactive website loaded with information to help members that seek better horsemanship skills. At www.iphda.com members will find: Judges critiques of all virtual show entries: Exhibitors can read what judges thought of their ride. Clinician critiques: V show exhibitors can read suggestions from IPHDA clinicians for improving their performance. Trainer tips: Members can watch tips presented by IPHDA clinicians on how to pass each level of the IPHDA program. Whether riders are looking for the skills to train their own horses, or to become more effective on professionally trained horses, or just looking for a fun competition for their family to enjoy with their horses, IPHDA has something for everyone. Along with on-line competitions, there are also IPHDA clinics and competitions held in an ever increasing number of areas around the globe. If you can't find a competition in your area do what Nathan Horseman of Alaska did, organize your own IPHDA event, it is simple, rewarding and easy with IPHDA's assistance. IPHDA is actively looking for more people to get involved with holding both shows and clinics. For more information on this new educational association visit the IPHDA website at www.iphda.com. IPHDA has been compared to, and identified as, western dressage, reining, or horsemanship. All three are accurate descriptions. Like dressage, IPHDA starts its competition at a very basic level, and using a step by step process builds its competition to an advanced level with a high degree of difficulty. Like reining, IPHDA expects horses to be willingly guided with little or no apparent resistance. Like horsemanship, IPHDA uses patterns to test precision and correct execution of maneuvers showing the riders ability to communicate with their horse. "IPHDA makes better horsemanship a journey of competition instead of a journey to compete." "Not everyone has to go the same distance on the journey to enjoy the experience." Contact: IPHDA 2436 FM3164 Gainesville, TX 76240 903-815-4738 info@iphda.com __________________ Aussies n Apps is a Proud mem of HGS Appy Club It's terminology, perception and mood that can be the spark that lights the fuse to a thread gone wild. Pro Slaughter-But let's do it right and keep in mind it's a life we're end'n. Last edited by Aussiesnapps; 05-08-2008 at 12:36 PM.

05-08-2008, 12:34 PM	#2
Aussiesnapps Senior Member+ Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Central, Texas Posts: 1,905 Images: 191	Would you compete? Any thoughts on this? __________________ Aussies n Apps is a Proud mem of HGS Appy Club It's terminology, perception and mood that can be the spark that lights the fuse to a thread gone wild. Pro Slaughter-But let's do it right and keep in mind it's a life we're end'n.

05-15-2008, 07:11 PM	#3
Aussiesnapps Senior Member+ Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Central, Texas Posts: 1,905 Images: 191	not a single thought? lol new, weird, spooky lol __________________ Aussies n Apps is a Proud mem of HGS Appy Club It's terminology, perception and mood that can be the spark that lights the fuse to a thread gone wild. Pro Slaughter-But let's do it right and keep in mind it's a life we're end'n.

05-19-2008, 02:25 PM	#5
horseyfrk145 Senior Member+ Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: H'ville, NC Posts: 5,506 Images: 23	I think it might be a good experience! __________________ "Stop judging by mere appearances, and make a right judgment." John 7:24 ~BECCA <3 Riley and LuLu!

05-19-2008, 03:08 PM	#6
Aussiesnapps Senior Member+ Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Central, Texas Posts: 1,905 Images: 191	I'm attending the clinics right now but I will compete for sure next year, at both the V-shows and the live shows. The cool thing is you can attend the V-shows even if you are out of the area and with the price of gas you can't beat it. You can get a group of friends together and spend the day taping in your local area and then submit it on line. __________________ Aussies n Apps is a Proud mem of HGS Appy Club It's terminology, perception and mood that can be the spark that lights the fuse to a thread gone wild. Pro Slaughter-But let's do it right and keep in mind it's a life we're end'n.

05-19-2008, 01:57 PM	#4
grandchampion1 Full Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Posts: 125	wow i've never heard of that! it sounds kinda cool... but I wouldn't do it because I don't do reining. are you going to do it?

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