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Para-equestrian

A female Para-equestrian riding a light coloured horse
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Para-equestrian was first included in the Paralympic Games in Atlanta in 1996. Athletes with a physical impairment or visual impairment compete in Para-equestrian.

Individual riders compete in two Dressage events; a Championship Test of set movements and a Freestyle Test to music. The Team Test is an event for teams of three to four riders per team. Competitors are judged on their horsemanship skills as they ride using a series of commands for walk, trot and canter. Riders may use assistive devices such as dressage crops, a connecting rein bar, rubber bands or other aids that may assist them to compete.

For more information on Para-equestrian Eligibility and How to Get Involved please see the Para-equestrian Information Sheet (PDF – 111KB) – updated May 2024.

Medal History

  • 2024Paris
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  • 2020Tokyo
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  • 2016Rio de Janeiro
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  • 2012London
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  • 2008Beijing
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  • 2004Athens
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  • 2000Sydney
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