Para Equestrian 

Equestrian is a multi disability sport, open to athletes with a physical disability or visual impairment.

Competitors are judged on their display of horsemanship skills as they ride their horse using a series of commands for walk, trot and canter.

National Classification 

In order to take part in Para Equestrian Dressage, riders need to be classified according to their functional ability.  After the assessment riders are issued with a profile and grade to ensure they are competing against those with similar disabilities.  In New Zealand classification is performed by the National Classifier, Vicky Melville.

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ESNZ ID CARD look at a sample ID card here

For more Information on classification  Click here

There are 4 classes for dressage