2025 NCSU Horse Show Judges Certification Clinic

Event Overview

The 2025 NCSU Horse Show Judges Certification Clinic is a comprehensive training program designed for individuals who are current or aspiring horse show judges. This in-person clinic offers practical, hands-on experience in judging horse shows and prepares participants for professional certification.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, November 22 – Sunday, November 23, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Location: NCSU Riddick Hall 325, 2401 Stinson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27607
Registration Fee: $75/day (Advanced), $15 late fee/day after Nov 6, 2025
Refund Policy: Refunds accepted until November 21, 2025

Who Should Attend

This clinic is ideal for:

Aspiring horse show judges
Current judges seeking certification in additional divisions
Individuals interested in improving their judging skills and knowledge

Clinic Highlights

Judge 20–27 conformation and performance classes
Complete 20–25 question exams in four divisions: Western, Hunter, Saddle Seat & Non-Trotting
Lectures and discussions with a panel of professionally recognized horse show judges
Opportunity to earn certification in each division with scores of 90%+
Inclusion on the 2025 NC Open Horse Judges Certification List

Benefits of Attending

Gain hands-on, practical judging experience
Learn proper judging procedures from nationally recognized experts
Enhance your credibility and opportunities as a professional horse show judge
Network with other judges and equine professionals

Certification Information

Certification awarded separately for each division
Minimum 33% of participants will be certified in each division
A judging list is distributed to horse show organizations and breed associations across the United States

Additional Notes

Participation in the NCSU Horse Judging Short Course is recommended but not required for newcomers
All instruction, exams, and certification are included in the registration fee