How to start show jumping in Italy

Do you want to start competing in show jumping in Italy? Here are the essential steps, according to the FISE federal framework.

1. Membership and licence

Competition runs through FISE: you need a riding authorisation (the «licence»), which qualifies you for categories based on your level. See how the licences work [1].

2. The first categories

You start at the lowest heights: with the Brevetto licence you compete up to 115 cm, then progress to higher grades. Understanding categories and heights helps you get oriented [1].

3. The competition rules

Knowing how penalties work (knockdowns, refusals, time) is the first step to reading a result.

In short

Membership, licence and first categories: from there, progression is gradual. For up-to-date details always refer to the official FISE site [1].