Join an Equine Team
Leap past the competition while forging friendships, developing discipline and building skills you’ll use long after you cross the finish line.
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From the thrill of racing to the precision of polo and the challenge of eventing, our equine clubs offer something for everyone. Open to all majors, these clubs welcome members of every skill level, from complete beginners to seasoned riders.
No prior experience? No problem. Come learn, connect and be part of a vibrant equine community beyond the classroom.
RSO Advisor - Terri Burch, terri.burch@louisville.edu
Riding and Racing Club
The University of Louisville's Riding & Racing Club is a Recognized Student Organization (RSO) open to all majors. Join us for trips to Kentucky's most famous racetracks, stables, veterinary and event facilities, and listen to guest speakers from the equine industry who also visit campus. No experience is necessary. This completely student-run organization offers a great opportunity to develop leadership skills, with students helping plan where the club travels and which speakers are invited. Members also benefit from valuable networking opportunities. Meetings are typically held once per month on campus with lunch provided, along with a handful of outings and field trips throughout the year.
Polo Club
The University of Louisville Polo Club gives students an affordable option to learn how to play polo. With Polo Club, you will learn how to play, how to prepare a string (horses), and many other valuable equine skills. Shoot us an email and see if polo is for you.
Eventing
The Louisville Eventing Team is an athletic club that allows for students to compete their horses as a team representing the University of Louisville at United States recognized horse trials. Students must own or lease their own horse to compete on the Eventing Team.
IHSA Hunt Seat
The Hunt Seat Team offers students the opportunity to compete in English-style riding, focusing on equitation over fences and on the flat. Riders participate in practices and intercollegiate competitions while developing horsemanship and riding skills as part of an IHSA team. The team is coached by Sarah Younger at Stone Place Farm. No experience is necessary.
IHSA Western Team
The Western Team focuses on Western-style riding, including events such as horsemanship and reining. Students have the chance to compete, build riding fundamentals, and gain hands-on experience in a supportive team environment as part of an IHSA team. The team is coached by Martin Schwartz at Schwartz Performance Horses. No experience is necessary.
Saddle Seat
The UofL Saddle Seat Team provides college students with an opportunity to continue riding Saddle Seat throughout college while also introducing new riders to collegiate-level competition. The team is a member of the Intercollegiate Saddle Seat Riders Association (ISSRA) and an affiliate of USEF. No experience is necessary. The team is coached by Deveau Zubrod at Zubrod Stables.
