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AMHA
C.O.O.L. Division
The American Miniature Horse is truly "the horse for everyone". The C.O.O.L. division is another opportunity for exhibitors with disabilities to enjoy showing a miniature horse. Disabilities are those defined within the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). C.O.O.L. classes are offered at the World and Regional Championships and are encouraged at local shows. Outside of the show ring, miniatures are adored through therapy programs, parades and
many other types of events. C.O.O.L. stands for Conquering Obstacles and Overcoming Limitations.
Eligibility
For horse show purposes, people competing in this division must have a disability in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). A disability is defined by the ADA as: “A physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities; or a record of such impairment; or being regarded as having an impairment.”
Reasonable accommodations will be granted on a case by case basis. A reasonable
accommodation is any modification or adjustment that makes it possible for an individual with a disability to enjoy equal opportunities. Exhibitors should contact each respective show manager to request an accommodation. A new request is required for each show. The granting of request(s) is up to the discretion of the show manager
Highlights
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Any horse exhibited does NOT have to be owned by the exhibitor.
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C.O.O.L. youth may only exhibit mares or geldings.
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C.O.O.L. exhibitors will be excused from wearing the required attire, except Showmanship.
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In C.O.O.L. classes, exhibitors will be lined up with at least two (2) horse lengths between each exhibitor for safety.
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In C.O.O.L. driving classes, Judging is 60% on exhibitor’s performance, 30% on the horse's performance and 10% on appropriateness of vehicle and attire for that style of driving.
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Headers are REQUIRED in all C.O.O.L. driving classes, regardless of whether the
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driver is a youth or adult exhibitor.
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An accompanying person may be in the cart. (See the rulebook for restrictions.)
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At the World show, exhibitors in this division are eligible for Youth and Adult
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(respectively) High Point & Reserve High Point awards.
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C.O.O.L. classes only require a minimum of 6 points to qualify for Honor Roll standings.
Classes
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Youth C.O.O.L. Showmanship 18 & Under
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Youth C.O.O.L. Halter 18 & Under Exhibiting a Mare or Gelding
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Adult C.O.O.L.Showmanship
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Adult C.O.O.L. Showing a Mare or Gelding
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C.O.O.L. Driving (Driver may be accompanied by an adult or youth 13-18.)
Congratulations
to the 2022
C.O.O.L. Winners!
C.O.O.L. YOUTH HIGH POINT
Class sponsored by Tim & Rebecca Kachuriak, NextAfter
John Cley Martin
John Cley Martin
John Cley Martin
C.O.O.L. ADULT HIGH PONIT
Class sponsored by Tim & Rebecca Kachuriak, NextAfter
Connie Kennedy
Connie Kennedy
Connie Kennedy