Asbury, NJ – October 5, 2012 – Only six days remain until the long-anticipated Asbury Classic hosted at the Ridge at Riverview in Asbury, NJ. The 2012 Asbury Classic, one of the most picturesque shows in the nation, will return this October 11-14, 2012 with a full schedule for hunters and jumpers alike. The show will feature a full array of classes, a full schedule of hospitality events for spectators and exhibitors, as well as unique awards and opportunities for riders of all experience levels. Located only one hour from New York City, this show is a “can’t miss” opportunity for all exhibitors. The stabling is filling up quickly and the entries are approaching their close; please visit http://www.theridgefarm.com/showpages/asburyclassic.html for a prize list and entry blank.
The Ridge at Riverview is run by Olympian Nona Garson, and is a gem to the city of Asbury with rolling open fields, a large Grand Prix Ring, Hunter Ring and a Derby Field with natural obstacles. The grounds have both grass and sand based all-weather footing. The Asbury Classic offers over $30,000 in prize money for hunter and jumper competitors, with the highlight of the jumper agenda being the $20,000 Ridge at Riverview Grand Prix, a televised event that will be aired RFD TV on Tuesday, October 23, 2012. Hermitage Farm will sponsor the Grand Prix, guaranteeing prize money for all competitors. The victor will also capture the electromagnetic foot pad, which is presented by Centurion. The show will also feature the $2,000 Asbury Jumper Derby, the $3,000 Futures Grand Prix and the $3,000 Open Jumper Welcome Class. There will also be an array of hunter/jumper classes for children, adults, juniors, amateurs and future jumpers.