UDJC Show System
Professional. Affordable. Built for Progress.
STARTS 2026
UDJC offers a complete competition pathway for every rider. Our two-tier system of Foundation Shows and Circuit Shows ensures that every competitor, young horse, and aspiring rider can grow step by step within the same structured, fair, and educational framework.
Foundation Shows
Hosted at UDJC-certified riding schools across the country
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Smaller, local events with a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, great for beginner and young horses
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Fully recognized UDJC competitions with licensed judges, prize money, ranking points, and UDJC Badges
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Use Foundation shows to qualify for Circuit Open Finals​​
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Dressage & Jumping at every show, Hunters at selected events
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Levels go up to Level L in Dressage and Jumping (3'0” in Hunters) and always Young Horse Classes​​
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Very affordable entry fees
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Circuit Shows
Larger shows held in specific circuits and mainly ran by UDJC
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2026 season: Circuit Shows run in
Texas and Florida
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Multi-day shows with stabling and professional infrastructure
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Offer all three disciplines: Dressage, Jumping, and Hunters up to the highest levels
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Include qualifiers for Young Horse Championships and Elite Youth Championships (Pony, Children, Junior, and Young Rider)
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Circuit Shows lead to UDJC Circuit Final
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Each year, additional circuits will be added to the show schedule
UDJC Circuit Finals
The Circuit Finals are the highlight of the UDJC season — a multi-day championship show bringing together the best horses and riders from across the Circuit. At the Finals, three major championship paths showcase the diversity and depth of the UDJC system:
Open
Championships
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Offered for every level from Pre-B to S in all three disciplines
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Open to all riders and horses (Professionals may not compete below Level M)
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Qualification: Enter same Level 5 times throughout the season at Foundation OR Circuit Shows
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A championship pathway for every rider, from beginners to advanced
Elite Youth Championships
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Unlike the Open Championships, Elite Youth riders must compete in specific classes assigned to their age category
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Age categories are:
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Pony (under 16)
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Children (under 14)
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Juniors (under 18)
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Young Riders (under 21)
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Qualifier offered in all three disciplines at Circuit Shows only
