SPECTATOR GUIDE
Poznaj świat Perlage CAVALIADA Tour!
What is CAVALIADA?
Perlage CAVALIADA Tour is the largest series of international indoor equestrian competitions in Poland, authorised by the International Equestrian Federation (FEI). The Tour takes place in four cities: Warsaw, Poznań, Łódź and Kraków, in the largest indoor sports and entertainment arenas.
SPORT
Perlage CAVALIADA Tour offers exciting equestrian competitions held at the highest level. Show jumping riders can compete here for valuable points in the world rankings. Warsaw, Poznań and Kraków count towards the FEI Jumping World Cup Central European League, with the grand final held in Kraków. It is not only about jumping: the programme also features driving, eventing and dressage. It is the only event of its kind in Poland where you can see top athletes from four equestrian disciplines.
SHOWS
An integral part of every Perlage CAVALIADA Tour is a range of shows and attractions for the audience: Blanka Satora, La Pattat Dutka & Franczak Horse Show, an Arabian horse presentation or shows by the Polish Horse Breeders Association. Every year, the CAVALIADA programme includes a SHOW element.
EXPO
CAVALIADA Expo is an Equestrian Equipment and Accessories Trade Fair. You will find everything related to riding and active leisure: riding apparel and equipment, stable equipment, horse care products and equipment, vitamins, feed, souvenirs, trade publications and services.
HOW TO READ THE SCHEDULE?
Wondering what is behind the names of the competitions? We are here to help!
SMALL TOUR | MEDIUM TOUR | BIG TOUR
Classic international show jumping competitions in which riders complete a course judged on faults and time. The winner is the rider who completes the course without faults (a knockdown, a refusal, exceeding the time allowed) in the fastest time. BIG TOUR features the highest fences and the most experienced horse-and-rider pairs.
PERLAGE CAVALIADA GRAND PRIX
The most important class of every Perlage CAVALIADA Tour! The best horse-and-rider pairs and the most demanding course. The winner receives a high cash prize and points in the rankings: the World Cup, the Longines Ranking and the Perlage CAVALIADA Tour.
PERLAGE CAVALIADA FUTURE
Show jumping classes for the best children on ponies in Poland. Only riders who passed qualification before the start of the season, as well as gold medallists of the Polish Championships and the Polish Cup, are entitled to start.
SIX BAR COMPETITION
A spectacular class testing the strength and flexibility of the horse. Riders jump a series of fences that is raised in each successive round. A pair is eliminated if they make a mistake on any fence. The last fence can exceed 2 metres!
SPEED & MUSIC
A spectacular jumping class in which knockdowns are converted into penalty seconds, so riders are happy to go for fast rounds. The excitement is boosted by dynamic music and the involvement of the audience.
CAVALIADA EVENTING TOUR
The cross-country phase of eventing in an indoor format! Riders jump a course of natural obstacles, and the route is considerably longer than in classic show jumping courses.
CAVALIADA DRIVING TOUR
A driving competition of skill with marathon obstacles. It is a concentrated form of competition in which time matters most, that is, how fast you can complete a complex route!
APART DRESSAGE TOUR
National dressage classes at Intermediate I level, with foreign riders taking part. Riders perform the movements included in a set test, and each movement is marked by several judges. Judges assess the ease of execution, harmony, cooperation between horse and rider, rhythm and overall impression.
