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Wakefield Equestrian @ Beverly
Beverly Equestrian offers a comprehensive competition team program for middle and upper school students at Wakefield School that includes expert training, the use of our trusted school horses, and the opportunity to earn athletic credits through Wakefield School’s athletic department. With a focus on developing strong equitation skills over fences and on the flat, our team environment provides a supportive and encouraging space for all riders to thrive.




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Where is the schedule for the upcoming show? Are there approximate start times for the classes?The full schedule is posted on the Beverly website. The most recent entries can be accessed by the button above the schedule. JUMPER RING - 8:00 AM: Jumpers at the 2’9” level (class #64-77) start the day and go up. HUNTER RING -9:00 AM: Pleasure classes start the day (#1-109). -Classes will continue with equitation on the flat, short stirrup hunters, and long stirrup and student equitation (#10-121). -We finish up with the remainder of the hunter classes (#22-139). We do not post start times for the classes because our self drive entry system allows so much flexibility that the class sizes are too fluid to estimate. We do post the number of entries signed up in each class so that competitors can approximate class times. Again, the number of entries is variable and can and does change often. It is the rider's responsibility to check the ring and be available when the rider's class is going.
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How do I sign up for SMS updates?Click here to get the latest updates directly to your phone: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/8vfDweL/shows
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What time does the jumper ring start? QUICK ANSWER: 8AMJUMPER RING UPDATE - 8:00 AM: Jumpers at the 2’9” level (class #64-77) start the day and go up. - NEXT: Down to Puddle Jumpers (2’), Novice Jumpers & Novice Ch/AA Jumpers (2’3”-2’6’), then Open Jumpers (2’6”) (class #51-62). - THEN: Back down to poles, poles & cross rails, and cross rails (classes #48/49/50). Classes will proceed based on the number of trips in each class. The number of trips is based on the number entries per class (sometimes called "How Many") . The number of entries per class is available on the website under the Competitors tab. This entry information is posted at least by the Wednesday before the show and updated frequently. The time for each class can be estimated based on multiplying the number of trips by about 2 minutes for a total time. For example, if there are 12 trips then it will take approximately (2x12) 24 minutes. Account for extra time due to course changes and scratches. The number of entries is based on the number of riders currently entered in a division for hunters and in a class (as named) for jumpers. In hunters, this is the number of riders in a particular division, for example, the short stirrup division, and does not include extra classes that may have been added separately, e.g. O/F A but not O/F B. In jumpers, this is the number of riders entered in a particular class, for sample, Novice Jumper.
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What time does the hunter ring start? QUICK ANSWER: 9AMHUNTER RING UPDATE - HARD START AT 9AM -We start off with the Pleasure classes (#1-109). -Classes will continue with Equitation, S/S, L/S and Student Equitation (#10-121). -We finish up with the remainder of the hunter classes (#22-139). The exact timing of all classes will depend on how many come and ride on the day and how many add and drop throughout the day. You can check for updates on the website that show how many are entered in each class to estimate the time it may take to run each class. See the earlier FAQ on "When will I ride?"
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When will I ride?The full schedule is posted on the Beverly website (Note that the schedule does not follow the numerical order of the prize list.) - The latest schedule & entry list are available on our Competitor Page JUMPER RING UPDATE - 8:00 AM: Jumpers at the 2’9” level (class #64-77) start the day and go up. - NEXT: Down to Puddle Jumpers (2’), Novice Jumpers & Novice Ch/AA Jumpers (2’3”-2’6’), then Open Jumpers (2’6”) (class #51-62). - THEN: Back down to poles, poles & cross rails, and cross rails (classes #48/49/50). HUNTER RING UPDATE - HARD START AT 9AM -We have Judge Kristin Campebll starting us off with the Pleasure classes (#1-109). -Classes will continue with Equitation, S/S, L/S and Student Equitation (#10-121). -We finish up with the remainder of the hunter classes (#22-139). Classes will proceed based on the number of trips in each class. The number of trips is based on the number entries per class (sometimes called "How Many") . The number of entries per class will be posted as they become available on the website under the Competitors tab.
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Can I email you my coggins?Yes, but there is a fee for documents not provided on the Strider platform, whether they are provided before the closing date or afterwards. Remember, we do not charge an office fee becuase we provide the Strider platform for you to manage your entries directly. If you do not manage your entries and send the supporting documentation to us, an administration fee will apply. To avoid this fee, please add your coggins to your entry using Strider. It is easy to do: Get your documents ready · Sign the Beverly release and save it to your files; here is a link: https://info.striderpro.com/ewaivers/beverly-equestrian-release/ · Get your recent Coggins and save it electronically, PDF is best but you can also take a picture and save it on your phone. Access your Entry on Strider: Use the link in your confirmation email or log into your Rider Area. On the next page you will see a “Schedule” Tab in blue with your entry for the Beverly show below. Click the pencil-on-note icon to make changes. Find the “Documents” tile in the lower left corner and click “Manage ✏️” option. This icon will open the “Required Documents” window. Select the “Upload File” button to upload your release. Click the “Change and Save" button and you are all set! Please note the that Show Secretary email address is now bevshowsec@gmail.com. There is a step-by-step guide to uploading your documents here: https://www.beverlyequestrian.com/post/hassle-free-beverly-show-entries-step-by-step-guide-for-online-entries-on-strider
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Is there ticketed schooling outside of the show for hunters?The show is offering two schooling options for the June 21 show. FRIDAY TICKETED SCHOOLING -$35 Friday 3-5PM DAY OF SHOW SATURDAY TICKETED SCHOOLING -$35 Outdoor Hunter Ring: 8-9AM DAY OF SHOW SATURDAY WARM UP Indoor: 7:00 – all day Outdoor Jumper Ring: NONE The jumps will be in the hunter ring. Trainers may adjust the height of the jumps but not the filler or the distances in the lines. FRIDAY/SATURDAY SCHOOLING - $35 This is a ticketed schooling and you must pre-register on Strider to participate. The schooling class is like a regular show class so all rules apply regarding closing date, required coggins and release documents, and late fees. Note that you must pick up a number before schooling in the ring.
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Can I make changes to my entry before the show? During the show?Yes! Before show day, you can make changes that will be reflected on your show bill BEFORE THE SHOW. You can edit your entry on Strider by clicking the pencil icon in the upper right-hand corner. Detailed instructions are available on: 🔗 https://www.beverlyequestrian.com/post/hassle-free-beverly-show-entries-step-by-step-guide-for-online-entries-on-strider If your changes result in a reduction or increase in your show fees, Strider will calculate the new fee and you can settle any differences online and before the show. Even after the show has started, you do not need to inform show management if you add or drop a class. The Beverly show management system will pick up any changes in your classes based on your bridle number and noted by the in gate when you enter the ring or do not enter the ring, as the case may be. HOWEVER, any additional show fees or credits can only be settled up with the show secretary AT THE SHOW ON THE SHOW DAY. Therefore, it is best to make any changes you know you need to make before the show day. There is no charge either way.
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Where is trailer parking located?Trailer parking location varies depending on ground conditions. In general, trailer parking is in the paddock immediately to the right upon entering the driveway to the show venue (indoor arena) after the stone pillars. In certain cases, trailer parking may be closer to the show venue’s indoor arena. The final decision is made on the morning of the show. There will be clear signs directing you where to go. Please respect them. Contact Dave for updates or if you have a parking or vehicle emergency at (540) 850-3479.
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Will the trailer parking be ok after all of this rain?The trailer parking paddock has a lot of grass and should be fine even if you do not have 4X4. We have a tractor on hand if someone gets stuck. Please direct further questions to our parking and farm manager, Dave, at 540-850-3479.
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Where is the link to live scoring?For Jumpers: Hunters: Note that these scores are TENTATIVE.
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How are the poles and cross rails classes scored and pinned? Can I ride in more than one round in the same class?For Spring 3, there is a poles class (#48), a poles cross rails class (#49) , and a cross rails (#50) class. These three classes are unrecognized and run as separate individual classes. These classes are run as USEF Table IV. 1 or "optimum time." Optimum time is four seconds less than the time allowed. The goal is to ride at a steady 350m/min pace, not to have the fastest time. At Spring 3, if there are multiple fault free rounds (within the time and no jump faults) in a class, the rider with the time closest to the optimum time breaks the tie. Riders can ride multiple rounds in each class and each round will count towards placings. Each class is a stand alone, separate class and there are no divisions for these classes.
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The jumper class heights are listed as ranges. What height will the jumps be set in my class?The VHSA Associate heights are listed as ranges in the rules, but for this show we are setting at the lowest height of each class range. Here is the schedule for jumper classes and the height range for each class as indicated in the prize list: 64/65 Outreach Low Jumper (85cm/2´9˝) Table II 1 67/68/69 Outreach Thoroughbred Jumper (85cm/2’9”) Table II 1 70/71/72 Outreach Ch/AA Jumper (95cm/3´) Table II 1 73/74 Outreach Schooling Jumper (1.0m/3´3˝) Table II 1 76/77 Modified Jumper 51/52 Puddle Jumpers (60cm/2’) Table IV 1 55/56 Novice Jumper (65-75cm/2´3”-2´6”) Table II 1 58/59 Novice Ch/AA Jumper (65-75cm/2´3˝-2´6˝) Table II 1 61/62 Open Jumper (75cm/2´6˝) Table II 1 48 Poles (10cm/4”) Table IV 1 49 Poles/Cross Rails (40cm/16”) Table IV 1 50 Cross Rails (40cm/16”) Table IV 1 Remember that USHJA members receive Outreach points. Be sure to register for your free membership.
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The jumper classes have different tables in the title. How are these jumper classes scored?We have a blog for this response here: https://www.beverlyequestrian.com/post/understanding-jumper-scoring-at-beverly-winter-show-series Please note that the numbers for the classes are outdated but the information is not. The first three classes (48/49/50) are unrecognized and judged as “optimum time.” In the case of a tie, the rider who finishes closest to optimum time (4 seconds faster than time allowed) wins. The next two classes (51/52) are puddle jumpers and only recognized by BHSA, not VHSA. The first class (51) is scored pursuant to optimum time. The second class is a “power and speed” class. I In these classes, the first phase is the first 7 or so fences on course (the course map will say exactly) and has a time allowed (not the same as optimum time). As long as the rider has no jumping faults and completed within the time allowed, the rider continues on to the second phase, which is the rest of the course, without stopping. This phase is a speed phase in which the fastest clear wins. If there are jump or time faults in the first phase of this class, the rider does not continue. The next two classes (55/56) consist of a speed class and a power and speed class. In a speed class the rider jumps the entire course without stopping. As in the speed phase of a power and speed class, the fastest clear wins. Starting with the TB division (67/68/69), the next two divisions offer a third class, this is a jump off class. In this class, the rider jumps the entire course without stopping. If the rider completes the course without jump or time penalties, the rider waits for the starter’s buzzer and then jumps a second, shorter course, a jump off round, for time. As in the speed phase of a power and speed class, the fastest clear wins.
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Do all jumper classes have a champion and reserve champion?Under both the BHSA and VHSA rules, championships must be offered in all Jumper Divisions but only when there is a minimum of 2 classes (and a maximum of 3 classes). The first three classes (48/49/50) are unrecognized. Because there is only one class at each height, there is no division or Champion/Reserve offered in those classes. The next two classes (51/52) are puddle jumpers and only recognized by BHSA, not VHSA. The first class (51) is scored pursuant to optimum time. The second class is a “power and speed” class. Because a minimum 2 classes are offered, puddle jumpers is a jumper division and championships are offered. Because a minimum of 2 classes are offered in all of the following height levels at this show, each height level is a jumper division and offers a championship. However, there are specific rules about how many riders must complete a class for the class to count for points as a single class or as a division. Please refer to the rules of the applicable association for clarification.
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Is formal attire required at the Beverly Show Series?Most local hunter/jumper shows, especially those recognized by VHSA or BHSA like the Beverly Show Series, follow a flexible but respectful standard for rider attire. Most hunters wear jackets. Most jumpers do not and instead opt for tidy collared shirts. Very rarely does anyone braid.
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Are spectators allowed to attend? Is there a fee to come to Beverly for the show?Spectators are welcome to come and watch. There is no charge to attend. Please note that all general parking is in the trailer parking area and there is a short walk from the parking to get to the rings. We love dogs but please do not bring any dogs to Beverly. There is no admittance to the barn as this area is reserved for boarders.
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What is the USHJA Outreach program?Please see more information here. If you are not already a USHJA member, be sure to register for your free Outreach membership here.
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How do I receive VHSA or BHSA points?The horse and rider must be VHSA members for points to count towards the year-end points and championships. Sign up for VHSA membership here. Sign up for BHSA membership here.
The Beverly Pathway
Wakefield riders have the opportunity to not only show at IEA shows but ride familiar school horses at onsite VHSA/BHSA/USHJA Outreach shows at Beverly. In addition, those riders who lease or own horses can travel to offsite shows with the Beverly Show Teams.

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