Para Equestrian

Para Equestrian gives people with classifiable disabilities the opportunity to train and compete, according to their functional ability, in the sport of dressage on equal terms.

Our 2024 Paralympian in Paris

We are so proud of Louise Duncan, the first Paralympian to represent New Zealand since 2012, on her stunning warmblood gelding Showcase BC. Read her story here and you can see our newsletter profile along with other information on the Paralympic and Olympic team here.

See the button below for more on Paralympics and an overview of how the classification system works.

Paralympics NZ Classification

Canter for Cancer Series is Back!

ESNZ Para Equestrian is pleased to confirm the Canter for Cancer National Para Equestrian Series is back for 2024/25.

The Series is open to classified Grade I – V riders.
Scores gained for the FEI Grand Prix A Test 2023 and FEI Grand Prix B Test 2023 for your grade at Premiere League Shows during the 2024/25 season are eligible for this series. Click here for more details.

Please send all entries to GM Community Jo Colin.

Para Dressage Rule Book

Para Dressage has its own rule book for para competition

Before you head out to your first competition, please make sure you are familiar with the rules of Para Dressage in NZ, particularly in respect to any grade-specific rules.

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