HorseShow.com, the revolutionary online horse show site, has partnered with Horse Show Ventures, a producer of competitions for all levels of hunter/jumper enthusiasts in the Southeastern United States, to offer an exciting new series of online hunter shows.  Riders of all ages and abilities from around the world are invited to submit a video of a recent round – either from any live show or from a training session at a rider’s home facility – and receive direct feedback from nationally acclaimed USEF “R” judge, Beth Nielsen.  In addition, competitors attending the Horse Show Ventures live show on March 3-4, 2012 at the Georgia International Horse Park may choose to have a video taken of their rounds and enter online after the show to receive incredible post-competition feedback and be eligible for additional prizes.

Competitors have a variety of entry options to choose from, with classes ranging from walk-trot to hunter over fences and equitation for 3-foot courses and up.  After the first online show’s closing date on March 15 all rounds will be reviewed by Neilsen, and each rider will receive a detailed evaluation of their round via e-mail with training tips from the judge to help improve their performance at future shows.  Additionally, the top two performers from each class will be rewarded with $350 and $150 gift certificates from Dover Saddlery.   

Proceeds from this unique online show series will benefit the Equestrian Aid Foundation (EAF), an organization which provides financial assistance to equestrians and horsemen suffering from life-threatening illnesses and catastrophic injuries.  HorseShow.com will donate $1 from every entry received in the Winter Warm-Up Show to the EAF, which helps qualified grant recipients with medical, rehabilitation and other essential expenses, such as food and housing, throughout their time of need.

Through its revolutionary online video competition format, HorseShow.com offers riders a way to assess their readiness for competition, receive expert feedback, further educate themselves, and improve their riding skills.  HorseShow.com’s online competitions offer classes for a variety of disciplines which are judged by renowned USEF and FEI officials.  “Aligning with a well known show series like Horse Show Ventures will truly bring our online shows to life, and we are pleased to work with Horse Show Ventures for this unique hunter showcase,” said Gil Merrick, Director of Online Shows.  “In addition to benefitting the EAF, we are offering equestrians a tremendously rewarding competitive experience and great prizes.  HorseShow.com has also partnered with Horse Show Ventures show series as a sponsor of the Pony Division. We are thrilled to support our junior riders and look forward to an exciting 2012!”

A primary goal for Horse Show Ventures founder, Morgan Taylor, is to find ways to offer new experiences for exhibitors and sponsors.  “We are thrilled to partner with Horseshow.com  to offer these online shows as companions to our live shows,” noted Taylor.  “This is a great opportunity for equestrians of all disciplines to participate in an online forum and receive valuable feedback from a very reputable and well-respected judge.  Both HorseShow.com and Horse Show Ventures partner with EAF so not only is the show  benefiting a  great cause, it makes for a perfect match in our goal to make a difference in the equestrian world!” 

To learn more about HorseShow.com’s online features, please visit www.horseshow.com, and to enter the HorseShow.com & Horse Show Ventures Winter Warm-Up Show, visit http://www.horseshow.com/shows/#!/horse-show-ventures-winter-warm-up.  For more information about Horse Show Ventures, please visit www.hsvshownews.com or e-mail Morgan Taylor at horseshowventure@aol.com.                

HorseShow.com is an online horse show site designed for equestrians to compete and network with a global audience.  Offering a revolutionary way to assess a horse and rider’s readiness for competition, HorseShow.com gives members the ability to upload their riding videos, enter shows, and receive expert feedback from renowned officials – all from the convenience of one’s own facility.  In this unique online video format, judges provide each entrant with a detailed scorecard, including a complete analysis with feedback, personalized comments and suggestions.  Horseshow.com welcomes all breeds, disciplines and experience levels to take part in both judged competitions and fun popularity shows, and in addition to valuable learning experiences and gaining a competitive advantage, members of HorseShow.com can collect ribbons, trophies, and cash prizes all from the comfort of their home.