Tracy Goodbrand and Steeldust
Patterns
We are pleased to offer showmanship; western and english equitation; and trail patterns FREE for your use.
These courses have been designed by Tracy Goodbrand, a professional horse trainer, instructor, and judge.
We would love to hear any feedback about these courses!
Trail Courses
Below are links to a number of different trail courses. These courses that have actually been used in both all-breed and breed competitions. There is an easy and tough version of each course, and in some cases, a medium level is also offered. The rules for measurements of the various obstacles differ from association to association. Please check out your association's rule book. Feel free to print these patterns and use in your shows. All patterns are in a .pdf |
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| Course Name | Requirements | Version |
 Trail Course 1 |
gate, bridge, 12 poles | |
| Trail Course 2 |
gate, bridge, 2 barrels, 12 poles, object (book, slicker, bucket, etc.), and 2 blocks for elevation of pole |
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| Trail Course 3 |
gate, bridge, 11 poles, and 2 blocks for elevation of pole |
Equitation Patterns
Below are links to a number of different equitation patterns, both english and western. These courses that have actually been used in both all-breed and breed competitions. These would make good patterns to practice at home or use at your show |
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There is an easy, medium, and tough version of each pattern. An easy pattern would be suitable for a younger youth or novice classes. The medium version would be suitable for older youth. The tough version is suitable for adults and open classes. Feel free to print these patterns and use in your shows. All patterns are in a .pdf |
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| Pattern Name | Easy Difficulty | Medium Difficulty | Tough Difficulty |
| Western Equitation |
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| English Equitation |
Showmanship Patterns
Below are links to a number of different showmanship patterns. These courses that have actually been used in both all-breed and breed competitions. These would make good patterns to practice at home or use at your show There is an easy, medium, and tough version of each pattern. An easy pattern would be suitable for a younger youth or novice classes. The medium version would be suitable for older youth. The tough version is suitable for adults and open classes. Feel free to print these patterns and use in your shows. All patterns are in a .pdf |
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| Easy Difficulty | Medium Difficulty | Tough Difficulty |