Equestrian Team FAQ

Q: Who can join the Moravian University Equestrian Team?

A: Any undergraduate or graduate student, of Moravian University can be a member of the team. To show, you must be currently enrolled as a full time undergraduate student of Moravian University.

Q: What style of riding?

A: We ride English and show Hunter Seat Equitation

Q: Do I have to have experience to join the team?

A: NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Riders of any level are welcome and equally important to the team. Team members range from those who have never ridden a horse to those who jump and show competitively. At shows, riders compete against other students at the same level, from beginner walk/trot to open equitation on the flat and over fences.

Q: Do I have to show?

A: As a new member of the equestrian team, you will not be required to show your first semester, but you will be encouraged to show as you become a more experienced rider.

To be eligible to show you must attend weekly lessons. These lessons are typically one hour group lessons. Carpools are arranged around class schedules and lessons are held and scheduled around your class schedule. It is required that a team member lessons the week of a show.

Shows are split up into levels: Open, Intermediate, Novice, Walk-Trot-Canter, and Walk-Trot. Each class has equal weight towards the team’s total, so the most beginner rider is as valuable to the team as the most experienced.

Q: Where do we ride?

A: Tavola Farm, 5384 Green Meadow Road Northampton, PA, 18067

Q: When do we practice?

A: Each semester a lesson schedule is made based upon coach and rider availability.

Q: What do I wear?

A: You must provide your own schooling and show apparel. If for any reason you are not able to purchase something let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you, and allow you to borrow available apparel.

Schooling Apparel: Helmet, Breeches, Paddock Boots w/ Half Chaps or Tall Boots
Show Apparel: Black Show Helmet (hairnet), Tan Breeches, Black Tall Boots, White Long Sleeve Show Shirt, Black Show Coat, Black Riding Gloves, Black Belt (optional)

Q: Do I need to have my own horse?

A: No, lessons are held on provided horses. At the shows, you will be riding horses brought by the host team.

Q: How much does it cost?

A: At this time in conjunction with Moravian University USG there is no charge to be a member of the Equestrian Team and all riding and showing expenses are covered. Riders are expected to provide their own apparel and show team members will pay their IHSA registration fee.

Q: When are meetings?

A: Regular meetings are scheduled based on members collective availability. Both new and old members are strongly encouraged to attend meetings.

If you would like more information you can contact us at: equestrian@moravian.edu