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THE 2025 SHOW PROGRAMJuly 4-6 | Opening WeekendJuly 4-6 | Opening WeekendJuly 7 | Riders with Disabilities ShowJuly 7 | Riders with Disabilities ShowJuly 9-13 | National Rated WeekJuly 9-13 | National Rated Week
Welcome to the 2025 Chagrin Hunter Jumper Classic!
The Crawford Family FoundationWolf Family FoundationStan & Karen SchneiderEric & Katie SchneiderThank You 2025 Sponsors!Derby LevelDiamond LevelThe Kahn FamilyGrand Prix Level Classic LevelJumper LevelRobert E. Mathews Family FoundationCarol DonaldsonCaroline & Campbell KahnGold LevelSilver LevelElizabeth Juliano
Robert & Sylvia ReitmanPeter Brosse Family Foundation Lori ProchJeff & Jackie PonskyCleveland EquestrianUmberto & Maryellen FedeliProduct DonationsShow SupportersThank You 2025 Sponsors!Bronze LevelMorrow Family Foundation
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Monday 7 - Rider’s with Disabilities Show & Hot-Dog LunchthThursday 10 - Sponsors + Trainers Exclusive Party at Linda Joseph’s from 5-8 pm thFriday 11 - Sponsored Wine & Cheese Event in the Pavilion from 4:30-6:30 thFriday 11 - Ice Cream Social at the Vendor Tent, cool down in the afternoonthSaturday 12 - VIP* Dinner in the Pavilion during the Mini-PrixthSunday 13 - Breakfast Brunch in the Pavilion thStay in the Loop!Follow us on Facebook/Instagram and joinour email list for updates and anyimportant daily announcements.Tag us in your photoson social media!#CHJC2025Don’t Miss Our Exhibitor EventsJoin us for the VIP Dinner Saturday July 12 during the Mini-PrixthEnjoy a lovely catered meal while watching our featured events such as Lead-line, theGrooms Class, Mini-Prix and Sportsmanship Award Presentation. *Meal tickets available for purchase in the show office ($30 each, meal only). Tables are reserved.Rated Week July 7-13Thursday 3 - Free Educational Vet Talk on “GI Issues” + Live Scope Demo 5:00pmheld at Meridian Equine Rehabilitation & Wellness, next door at 16930 Snyder RdrdFriday 4 - Enjoy Hot dogs, burgers and more after the show in the Pavilion thSaturday 5 - Ice Cream Social! Shop in the vendor tent and enjoy an ice creamth treat on us from the ice cream truck from 12:00 - 2:00Opening Weekend July 4-6Instagram: @chagrinhunterjumperclassicFacebook: Chagrin Hunter Jumper Classicwww.ChagrinHunterJumperClassic.orgE-Mail: chagrinhjc@gmail.com go to website get our emailsEvents subject to change - follow us on Facebook for updates
For those new to the Hunter ring, or anyone who wants to polish their presentation, understanding whatjudges look for is key to success. At its heart, Hunter judging celebrates the beauty of tradition: theelegance of the horse, the correctness of the round, and the harmony between horse and rider.Presentation CountsBefore you even step into the ring, the judge takes in your overall appearance. First impressions matter.Polished boots, a well-fitted jacket, clean tack and gloves all contribute to a sharp look. Properly fittedtack in clean, conservative colors (nothing flashy) shows respect for the tradition of the discipline. Clean,well groomed horses are non-negotiable. Manes should be neatly pulled or braided, coats gleaming, andhooves polished. A tidy tail and clean face go a long way.Hunter rounds are won in the details. Quiet hands, relaxed posture, and aconfident, soft ride all reflect the work that’s been done at home.As judge Geoff Teall has noted, “We want athleticism with beauty,effort with relaxation, and brilliance with control”.Judges look for:A consistent, rhythmic canterFluid, effortless jumping style with even distances to each jumpStraight approaches, smooth lead changes, use of the whole ringIn Hunter classes, less is more, think quiet and seamlessTricia Booker, an R-rated judge with over 30 years of experience, explains:“Jumping style and faults are vitally important to a successful show hunter. A well-balanced horse withsuperb jumping style—one with a tight and efficient front end and straight, strong push off the ground—will be much safer to ride over fences even if the rider makes a mistake. A horse that hangs or splits itsfront legs, is slow off the ground, or trails the hind end will be more likely to rub a fence, knock down arail, or even fall over a fence.”Judges also evaluate how the horse moves between jumps:You want a horse that has a long, low, ground-covering stride that’s going to cover the most distance withthe least effort. A well-behaved, pleasant horse is more desirable than one that's strong, lazy, grumpy, orspooky.The Chagrin Hunter Jumper Classic is proud to uphold the tradition of excellence and horsemanship thatthis sport was built on. We extend our thanks to all of the riders, trainers, and grooms who put in the hardwork and heart to present their horses beautifully, both inside and outside the ring. We wish all of ourexhibitors the best of luck and thank you for making the Chagrin Hunter Jumper Classic a place wheretradition and history continues to shine.Quotes adapted from the book “Judging Hunters & Equitation” by Tricia Booker and Julie Winkel, and from “From The Judge's Box: HuntersWith Geoff Teall” (Chronicle of the Horse).What Judges Look for in the Hunter RingPresented by the Chagrin Hunter Jumper Classic
Easy Homemade Horse TreatsIngredients:Instructions:Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to aweek, or freeze for longer storage.Chagrin Valley NurseriesThank you to Chagrin Valley Nurseries, Incfor providing the beautiful flowers& plants during our horse show!
Opening Weekend Tentative Schedule
Don’t forget about our $5,000 Grooms Classpresented by Caroline and Campbell Kahn onSaturday afternoon, July 12th, before lead-line!Visit our website for details. Enter in the showoffice. Class for $2,500 Hunter & $2,500 Jumper.Rated Week Tentative Schedule: WednesdayRated Week Tentative Schedule: Thursdaygo to exhibitor info
Rated Week Tentative Schedule: Sat/SunRated Week Tentative Schedule: Friday
Schneider Saddlery Mobile TrailerOhio Equestrian DirectoryAmerican National InsuranceTumbleweeds CowhidesBemer Therapeutic BlanketCricket Lane DesignsChagrin SaddleryChris’s Tack BoxMane Event MediaSign Up for Video/Reels or Private Packageswww.maneeventmedia.comDuring Rated Week July 9-13:Anne Gittins PhotographySign Up for Video/Reels or Private Packageswww.home.annegittins.comOfficial Show PhotographersVisit Our Vendor Tent ShopsDuring Opening Weekend July 4-6:
Thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers, Chagrin Valley Farms and staff,jump crew, our vendors, Phil DeVita and the show staff, our tireless team andhorse show board, the media team, and all of our supporters and sponsors whogive their time and donations to support our horse show. We couldn't do anyof this without your help and appreciate each and every one of you! Food VendorsVet Education Talk“From Muzzle to Manure - A GuideThrough the Equine GI Tract”Scott’s Fire & IceWood Fired Pizza & GelatoBully Run CoffeeCoffee, Drinks, SweetsBrunch BoxBreakfast & American FareMetro45Burgers, Chicken, & MoreThur 7/3 + Fri 7/4, onlyJoin Us Thursday July 3 at 5pmrdfor a FREE Educational Session with Dr. Molly Pattonof Equine Specialty Hospital and watch a Live ScopeDemo! At Meridian Equine Rehabilitation & Wellness,located right next door at 16930 Snyder Rd
Riders WithDisabilities ShowMonday July 7thin the Jumper RingThis event is the only opportunity theFFTRC students have to show outside ofFieldstone Farm for a fun way to be partof a larger horse show like the CHJC!< Scan to View Schedule