How many classes can a horse do in a day, and who may warm it up?

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SANESA Rules (2026), section 8: A horse or pony may compete in no more than 4 classes a day. Lead Rein ponies may do up to 6 lead rein classes only. In-hand utility doesn't count towards the limit. No more than 2 jumping classes and no more than 2 dressage classes a day per horse. Medium, Advanced and Prix St Georges dressage are limited to 1 class a day. Breaking these limits can disqualify the rider and/or school for the season. Warming up: at all SANESA shows, qualifiers, District Finals and Nationals, only the competitors themselves may warm up or ride their horses, from 6 pm the night before the show until it ends. Riders with disabilities who need an exception must ask the show organisers and National Office in writing beforehand. Horses that kick must wear a red ribbon in the tail, and stallions a yellow stallion tag on the bridle, at all times.