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Equestrian
Level: Local/areaSeason: Spring/Fall
Resources: Coaching Guide, Sport Rules and Rules Updates
Special Olympics athletes who compete in equestrian events learn to ride, develop sports skills and gain the self confidence to direct and control a horse. Athletes compete in a variety of English and Western style events, including relays, drill teams and prix caprilli (jumping events).
Equestrian sports events have been a part of Special Olympics since 1983, when the first competition was held in Louisiana. At the 1987 World Games, 38 athletes competed in the equestrian competition and one year later the sport was added as an official Special Olympics sport. At the 2003 World Games, 137 athletes representing 23 countries competed in this event.
For details on other sports, please see our sports listing page.
Equestrian is offered at the local/area level only.
