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Countdown to the National Classic Equitation Finals

The Atlanta Fall Classics will host the annual National Classic Equitation Finals take place Friday, November 11 at 6 pm in the covered arena at the Georgia International Horse Park, home of the 1996 Olympics.

The top ribbon winners in the Classic Company Equitation classes are invited to compete in this prestigious Finals competition that highlights the up and coming talent in the sport of show jumping. Besides winning top honors in the National Classic Equitation Championship Finals, the winning rider and his or her trainer will receive the coveted letterman jackets. The first round of the National Classic Equitation Finals takes place Friday afternoon, Week I and the top six are invited to return for the Finals that evening under the covered, spacious arena. There is no entry fee for those riders who qualified.

Did you qualify? Click here to see if your name is on the list. Each trainer on record in our data base was sent a list of competitors that qualified. If you think you qualified and did not see your name on the list, please contact our office at info@classiccompany.com. Time is of the essence, so be sure to email the office if you have any questions.

“The National Classic Equitation Finals recognize the top, up and coming riders in our sport,” commented Bob Bell, President of Classic Company. “We look forward to the Finals as it recognizes those high scoring Classic Company exhibitors who have shown with us throughout the year,” he added.

The Classic Company kicks off its 21st anniversary at the Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers, Georgia on November 9th through the 20th.

With so much happening at the Atlanta Fall Classics, from Zone 4 Finals to the USHJA 3’3″ Jumping Seat Medal Championship Class, from the hundreds of thousands of prize money offered and National and International Derbies, it’s time to reserve your stall and submit your entries. “This is one of our largest shows of the year and wraps up our 2016 Classic Company calendar,” said Bell. “With the indoors wrapping up and the equestrian migration south, it’s always a big event for us and we want to make sure no one is left without a stall,” he added. And reserving your stall couldn’t be made any easier with Classic Company’s new online reservation form. It’s easy – just click here.

BIG MONEY

The highly popular $25,000 Children’s/Adult Jumper Barry Lane Classics takes place Week I over three days: Thursday, the $5,000 Barry Lane Classic, Saturday the $10,000 Barry Lane Classic and Sunday culminates with the final $10,000 Barry Lane Classic. Awesome prize money for the Children’s/Adult Jumpers.

The $35,000 Sidelines Grand Prix, presented by EMO, takes place Weeks I and II as well as the $7,500 Horseflight Open Welcomes.

The Atlanta Fall Classics offer a lot for the hunters including weekly $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derbies, presented by Legend and the $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby held Friday night, Week II in the majestic Olympic Stadium.

How about entering in the Hunter Breeding Classes held Friday both Weeks I and II? The class will be double judged – enter today.

The Atlanta Fall Classic is offering the $7,500 Pony Hunter Division, the $7,500 Junior Hunter Division, $2,000 Amateur Owner Section, $2,500 High Performance Working Hunters and the list goes on. That Atlanta Fall Classics will also offer the $1,000 USHJA Pre-Green Incentive Challenge both Weeks I and II as well as the Take II Thoroughbred Hunter Division.

CELEBRATE IN THE WINNER’S CIRCLE WEEK II

The USHJA 3’3″ Jumping Seat Medal Championship, the Zone 4 Finals, the National Classic Equitation Championship and the Classic Company Circuit Awards, presented by Practical Horseman, round out the two weeks of the Atlanta Fall Classic.

OLYMPIC VENUE PROVIDES BACKDROP TO UNBRIDLED EXCITEMENT

Held at the Georgia International Horse Park, home to the 1996 Olympics, riders have the opportunity to compete in the Olympic arena and ride for some of the top prize money offered this fall. New footing has been installed in all of the arenas and with more than 300,000 in prize money offered, world-class stabling and arenas, top show management staff and a division for everyone in your barn, there is no better place to be in November. From the jumper ring to the short stirrup arena, each competition ring is highly decorated and staffed with top-notch, friendly professional show staff. “This is going to be a fantastic two weeks of showing and we’re looking forward to seeing our horse show family!” said Bob Bell, President of Classic Company.

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Classic Company Announces National Classic Equitation Finalists

Lisa Goldman and Morocco won the Week I Grand Prix in 2012. Flashpoint Photography.

The results are out and those who have qualified for the National Classic Equitation Finals have been notified! The prestigious year-end equitation finals highlighting the up and coming riders in show jumping will be held Friday and Saturday during Week II of the Atlanta Fall Classic. Spectators and trainers will be treated to a complimentary ringside buffet during the evening competition. Winners will receive a beautiful championship jacket in addition to a cooler and ribbons.

“Hosting this Finals event for the up and coming riders here at the International Horse Park and home to the 1996 Olympic Games makes this event very special for all of us,” said Classic Company President, Bob Bell. “Many of these riders will go on to professional careers in the equine industry and who knows, maybe one of the National Classic Equitation Finals qualifiers will make the Olympic team one day!” he said.

The Atlanta Fall Classic attracts riders from all over the country because of the international, Olympic venue and the Classic Company’s hallmark blue ribbon service. From the jumper ring to the short stirrup arena, each competition ring is highly decorated and staffed with top-notch, friendly professional show staff.

Held at the Georgia International Horse Park, home to the 1996 Olympics, riders have the opportunity to compete in the Olympic arena and ride for some of the top prize money offered this fall. With more than 300,000 in prize money offered, world-class stabling and arenas, top show management staff and a division for everyone in your barn, there is no better place to be in November.

The $45,000 Cedar Street Advisors Grand Prix kicks off the high-stakes action Week I and the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix wraps up the two weeks of top show competition.

Both weeks I and II offer $10,000 Welcome Class and the $1,500 Junior/Amateur Jumper Classic. Week I offers the $25,000 Barry Lane Jumper Classics and the $5,000 1.40 meter High Junior/Amateur Jumper Classic. Week II raises the cash bar and offers the $10,000 NHJL Junior/AO 1.40 meter class and the meter 1.15 $10,000 NAL Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic.

The $15,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby takes place Week I and each week there is a $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby ace as well as a host of hunter classics.

Time Is Ticking!

Everyone is busy, way too busy to sit down and fill out entry after entry, then add up the time it takes to run to the post office, the cost of overnighting your entries… well, you could have done it all online. Yes, that easy! For a limited time, Classic Company’s Service Provider, HORSESHOWSONLINE.COM, will offer their services for free!

And better news yet! HORSESHOWSONLINE.COM and the HORSESHOWSONLINE onsite software is now integrated with credit card services and capable of processing all major credit cards through Charter Merchant Services.

VIP News!

The entire VIP tent overlooking the Olympic Grand Prix Arena has been upgraded. There is a very limited amount of tables and besides the best seating, complete with heaters in case the fall chill sets in. Check out the new menu:

Week One: Saturday – Grand Prix BBQ: * Whole Pig, Roasted and Barbequed Pulled on Site * BBQ Grilled Chicken Breasts * Baked Beans, Corn on the Cob, Creamy Cole Slaw, Corn Bread Muffins Desserts: Assorted Cookies and Brownies

Week Two: Friday – International Hunter Derby Chef’s Carving Station: * Roasted Turkey Breast * Jack Daniels Top Round of Beef * Smashed Garlic Potatoes, Creamy Sweet Potato Mash, Green Bean Almondine Desserts: Pumpkin Pie Mousse, Chocolate Pecan Pie and Martinis

Week Two: Saturday – Grand Prix Surf and Turf Kabobs Grilled on Site * Montreal Seasoned Beef Tips, Sweet Onions, Bell Pepper, Sweet Onion * Teriyaki Chicken, Red Onions, Pineapple, Red Pepper Grilled Citrus Shrimp, Lemons, Limes, Oranges * Vegetable Kabobs, Assorted Vegetables Wild Rice Pilaf Grilled Fall Vegetables Desserts: Assortment of Proof’s Posh Puddings, Dark Chocolate Sea Salt, Banana, Key Lime

Every table receives two complimentary bottles of wine and there is a cash bar available. Dinner tables are $400 per seating and seat 8. Single seats are available at $50 each. There are only 100 seats per night-so make sure to reserve your table now!

Pssst… Pensacola is approaching… what are you doing this winter? The Classic Company is going to the beach! Join us on the Gulf of Mexico for the best in show jumping action!

It’s not too late to enjoy the last Classic Show of the year! There is always something for everyone at Classic Company shows and the Atlanta Fall Classic Shows are no exception. So make sure to bring everyone to the Georgia International Horse Park and enjoy Classic Company’s world class customer service, beautifully decorated rings, big prize money, great events and fun for all!

The Classic Company is a USHJA’s Members Choice Award winner, recognized for producing top quality show jumping events in the United States. For more information on Classic Company and its exhibitor-friendly, top quality hunter jumper events, please visit them at classiccompany.com or call them at 843-768-5503.

All sponsorship, marketing and press inquiries should be directed to Lisa Engel, Sponsorship, Marketing and Public Relations Director at lisa@classiccompany.com.

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See you at the ring,
Bob Bell
The Classic Company, Ltd.
www.ClassicCompany.com
Phone/FAX: (843) 768-5503
Post Office Box 1311 Johns Island SC 29457