AYR Equitation Challenge

The AYR Equitation Challenge began in 2007. Its mission is to remember Amy Reistrup and give equitation riders a qualifying event exclusive to Virginia and its shows. The event is presented by the Virginia Horse Shows Association and held yearly during the Lexington National Horse Show at the Virginia Horse Center. Qualifying for 2023 commences at the Lexington National August 10-14, 2022 and ends July 31, 2023.

All 3’6” Equitation classes held in Virginia are qualifiers including: USEF Medal, WIHS Hunter and Jumper phase, VHSA Hunt Seat Medal, USEF Talent Search and the Winner of VHSA Finals. The only exception is The Oak Ridge Medal which is offered exclusively at the Virginia Horse Center.

Check our facebook page for the most updated list of qualified riders or email us.

Past Winners

2008 Chris Nelson
2009 Taylor Ann Adams
2010 Samantha Gumbin
2011 Tamara Morse
2012 Geoffrey Hesslink
2013 Bridget Finnerty
2014 Casey Schmitz
2015 Ellie Williams
2016 Elizabeth Bailey
2017 Haley Redifer
2018 Joedan Toering
2019 Addison Reed
2020 Hugh Turner
2021 Katie Triantos
2022 Frankie Falise