What is Walk/Jog, Lead Line, Small Fry Showmanship?
Walk Jog/Trot, Lead Line and Small Fry Showmanship classes are included for young exhibitors who are just starting their show careers. Exhibitors in these classes are not required to own the horse they are showing, but the horse must be registered with AQHA. Any points accumulated are for the rider only, regardless of how many horses they have exhibited. These classes do not earn AQHA points. Generally, promotional clubs and OQHA do count these classes for year-end awards. Lead Line: Open to youth 7 years. and under. Must be lead by an adult. The halter is placed under the bridle and lead is held by groundsperson. Exhibitors may not show in any other performance class (other than Halter/Showmanship). Walk Jog/Trot: Open to youth 11 years. and under. Exhibitors may show in either Western or English attire. Exhibitors are judged on their horsemanship/equitation skills. They will be asked to walk, jog or trot both directions of the ring and back up. Generally, since they will be moving fa
