Competitions
Pre-competition checklist — forget nothing on the day itself
A competition day is often made or broken by preparation. Our ultimate checklist ensures you don't leave anything at home on the morning of the event.
Published: 4/25/2026
EquiSight Editorial
Redactie · EquiSight · SaFleu Equestrian Centre BV
The evening before
- Trailer/truck fuelled and checked
- Equipment laid out in order
- Stabling kit packed (hay, water, bucket, manure)
- Documents — passport, entry confirmation, vaccination up to date
- Competition clothing ironed
- Alarm set, weather forecast checked
The morning itself
- Have a proper breakfast yourself
- Feed and water your horse calmly
- Plaiting (if required by class)
- Load calmly, don't stress
- Leave on time — allow 30 min buffer
On location
- Check entry registration and start list first
- Give your horse time to rest after transport
- Warm up 30–40 min before your test/course
- Equipment according to regulations (spurs, bit, harness)
- Keep yourself and your horse hydrated
After the test
- Collect your test sheet or result — scan it directly into EquiSight
- Cool down your horse, water, dry rug
- Make a brief note about how it went
- Reward and praise — for yourself too