NYSSHA rule book
Driving Rule Clarification 2025:
To clarify discrepancy in general rules and class rules:
Pg. 60: (no change) Driving Division General Rules #8: Horses and Ponies may be shown together
Pg. 60: (change) 1. Pleasure Driving A. General rules
Horse/Pony Mini classes MAY be shown separately
Pg. 64: (change) 7. Country Pleasure Driving
Divided into Horse, Pony and Miniature Division. They MAY show separately
Added rules for 2021:
1. No rope halters in mini/pony obstacle in hand or mini/pony hunter/jumper classes
2. Walk/Trot/Jog Division: Riders may not have cantered/loped in the prior 5 yrs.
(to be added into book at next printing)
Added rule for 2019:
- Fitting and Showmanship Attire: No Spurs are to be worn in any showmanship class. (to be added into book at next printing)