133. From Concept to Reality: Unpacking the New Versatility Classes

In this episode, we welcome back Sandy Jirkovsky and Dave Dellin from the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) to discuss a new and innovative set of classes being introduced this year: the versatility classes.

The guests reintroduce themselves and dive into the origins, rules, and expectations for both English and Western versatility. They outline the aims of these classes in promoting horse breeding and creating more competitive opportunities.

Details about upcoming showcases, scoring systems, common penalties, and educational resources like Horse IQ are also covered. The episode emphasizes the potential benefits for trainers, exhibitors, and the industry at large by offering a balanced view between preserving tradition and fostering innovation within the APHA community.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Reintroductions

01:30 Overview of New Versatility Classes

04:12 Origins and Vision for the Classes

11:50 Details of the English Versatility Class

15:41 Details of the Western Versatility Class

22:25 Judging Criteria and Penalties

32:40 Future Plans and Final Thoughts