Membership:
The English Equestrian Team (AUET) is made up of 24 varsity and 12 junior varsity riders at nine levels, from walk/trot to the open division. The Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) welcomes all riders from beginner to riders who have competed at the upper levels.

Practices:
Varsity - three times a week
Junior varsity - twice a week

"The AUET English Team is a fun competitive team. It gives you an opportunity to improve your riding by receiving viewpoints from a head coach and an assistant coach. You meet more people and make more friends. Traveling to shows is fun and allows you to hang out with a diverse group of people. Team practice gives you a break from everyday schoolwork while providing exercise. Ultimately, you get to spend time with people you enjoy while participating in a sport you love."
- Shaina (sophomore)Selection:
All students are welcome to try out for the team. Tryouts are held at the start of the fall semester and the selection committee chooses riders from a wide range of skill levels and backgrounds. Criteria include:

• Commitment to the team.
• Commitment to self-improvement.
• Ability to safely ride unfamiliar horses.

Students not selected for the varsity team have an opportunity to compete at the junior varsity level. There are two shows in the fall and two in the spring.

Competition:
Intercollegiate competition is unique in that all riders compete on randomly drawn horses supplied by the school hosting the event. The rider, not the horse, is judged during the competition.

Approved helmets are required for all lessons and competitions. Varsity team members are responsible for their own show clothing and helmet.

Contact:

For more information on the Equestrian Program contact
Harry Hurd, Interim Equestrian Program Director, by email or call 607.587.9012.