We are thrilled to have you join us at Tryon International Equestrian Center this summer! Competing at Tryon is a fantastic opportunity—it’s competitive, exciting, and one of the most rider-friendly venues in the country. Whether this is your first time or you’re a seasoned show rider, our team is here to support every step of the journey.

📆 Show Dates & Overview

Tryon Summer Week 5: July 9–13, 2025

• USEF National | Level 6 Jumper Rating

• CSI2* competition featuring $70,000 Grand Prix

• USHJA Zone 3/4 Jumper Championships – We are in Zone 3!

• Full slate of hunter, jumper, equitation, and pony divisions

👉 View the full schedule here
(Prize list highlights available on request)

✅ Getting Started: Key Steps

1. Secure Housing in Tryon, NC

Tryon is a resort-style venue with excellent lodging options:

• Onsite: Overlook Mountain Lodge, Cabins

• Offsite: Nearby Airbnb, VRBO, Lake Lure area

2. Plan Travel

• Drive: Approx. 7 hours from Northern VA

• Fly: Closest airports – Charlotte (CLT) or Greenville (GSP)

3. Memberships and Paperwork

• Riders: Must have active USEF & USHJA memberships

• Horses:

  • Microchipped & registered with USEF/USHJA

  • Negative Coggins

  • Current health certificate

  • Optional: Register for USHJA Zone Championships & Thoroughbred incentives

Our office can help you manage all paperwork requirements.

🐴 What to Expect at Tryon

• World-Class Footing & Facilities: Competition in multiple stadiums and rings

• Championship Format: Riders competing in the Zone Jumper Championships will follow a multi-round format (Team & Individual)

• Levels Available: .80m to 1.45m+, Hunters from 2’ to 3’6”, Equitation medals, Derby & Classic classes

• Amenities: Onsite restaurants, shopping, golf cart rentals, and kid-friendly activities

⏭ Coming Up Next

We’ll follow up with:

• Trainer & groom logistics

• Class sign-up guidance

• Packing & equipment checklists

• Tryon-specific stabling and arrival instructions

• Zone Championship confirmation (if applicable)

We can’t wait to help you prepare. Please reach out directly with questions as you start booking and getting organized!