Welcome to the Equestrian Outreach English Pleasure Hacking Page
English Pleasure Hacking Overview
Hacking - In England, a Hack is referred to as a leisurely ride through paddocks and lane ways. In Australia it is referred to as a Show Riding Horse. The horse is trained to be able to walk, trot, canter and hand-gallop (Extend Canter) with a high to medium head carriage with presence and alertness. Horses are also required to complete a set workout which also includes extensions, rein backs, and change of direction, which are asked as a simple change (canter to trot back to canter), flying change or a walk through (canter or trot to walk and back to the required pace) This event is similar to Dressage, but the riders and horses are a little more flashy as is the riders attire and the horses are spotless. This event requires a lot of ability as a rider and handler. If you ride a Pony, a Galloway or a Hack, your able to hack, the event is judged in heat classes as well as rider age groups.
