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Competitor, attention! – Familiarize yourself with the updated competition rules
The Association has updated the official competition rules! The official competition rules of the Finnish Hobbyhorse Association are used in the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships. The
Introducing Western Horsemanship
Howdy Cowboy 🤠 It’s time to dust off your Stetsons and fancy competition shirts because Western Horsemanship is here again! “But western team, what’s the
How to enter the Dressage Classes?
This year, there are a total of four dressage classes: two Finnish Championship classes and two open to international competitors: International Freestyle and Advanced B.
Registration Update: A Smoother and more fair Competition Experience
We have improved the registration process for open classes to make participation smoother and more fair. Registration is still done via a form, but now
We are seeking photographers and a videographer!
As the event photographer, your role will be to capture key moments throughout the day. The photos you take will be used by the event
See you in Seinäjoki on June 14, 2025!
The Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships will be held on June 14, 2025, at Seinäjoki Areena!The Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships are one of the most anticipated events of
SM 2025 is coming!
The preparations for next year’s Finnish Hobbyhorse Championship are already in full swing. The event will once again determine the Finnish champions and feature competitions
Important information for merchants: Entrance and Assistance ticket
The price for merchant tables, excluding the enthusiast table , includes a assistant ticket. It is possible to buy an assistant ticket for the enthusiast
Competition letter
The competition letter has now been sent to all competitors, merchants and volunteers to your email! Check your mailbox (including spam) and read through the
Instructions for queuing and wristband exchange in advance
The doors will open for visitors and competitors at 10:00 AM!The entrance will be through the A-doors of Hall B, just like last year. The
Dressage Knockout
The Dressage Knockout interlude program will be ridden in B-hall at the Juntu dressage riding arena at 13:00! Two riders dancing for the audience’s favor.
Area for competitors!
Something new at our event! If you need a break from the hustle and bustle or a moment to relax before an important performance, there
Award ceremony for championship classes & event closing!
Something new at our event! We have added a closing ceremony and awards presentation to the program. So before you continue your evening elsewhere, let’s
Western riding rules!
Thinking about competing in Western riding? Interested but the dicipline feels unfamiliar? Fear not, for in this post we’ll provide some practical tips regarding the
The schedule has been published
The event schedule has now been published! You can find the schedule on our website’s Program -page. The schedule may still change for program numbers
Apply as a volunteer!
Volunteer application open now! Now’s your change to join our volunteer team to make the world’s biggest hobbyhorse event! Without the help of volunteers, the
The final programs of the dressage classes are published!
The final programs of the dressage classes and the results of the qualifying rounds for all dressage classes can be found on our website! ->Qualification
Second registration for merchant’s tables
Joyful news formerchants! A few merchants table are still available, and we will open extended registration TODAY on February 20th at 6 PM (UTC+ 2).
Sing up now!
The sale of tickets for the Finnish HobbyHorse Championships AND registration as a competitor and seller has started! The recent update in Gmail is causing
Recognize the staff!
You can recognize the event staff members from black T-shirts with yellow association logos and the word STAFF on the chest. Feel free to ask
Jussi-statue
Have you seen Jussi-statue in Seinäjoki? Seinäjoki is a part of our event, and they even gave Jussi his own hobbyhorse – you should go
The Finnish Hobbyhorse Association’s table
The Finnish Hobbyhorse Association has its own table at the Championships, where you can buy some nice merchandise. Come and meet us! Photo: Tiina, Edit:
Competition letter
Competition letter has been sent to all competitors yesterday via e-mail! Sellers and volunteers will receive it today and it will also be available at
Arriving at Seinäjoki Areena
Seinäjoki Arena is located 1.8 km from Seinäjoki train station. Unfortunately, public transport, i.e. buses, will not run from the station to the arena on
Intermission performances
Do you feel like all the stress and tiredness from competing are getting overwhelming? Is your battery already running low for the day? Don’t you
Organizer introductions
DRESSAGE TEAM Close to the heart of the dressage team is, unsurprisingly, the creation of a high-quality dressage ensemble. This year’s courses are the creations
One week to the championships!
Can you believe that the highlight of the year is only 1 week away?! Time flies and the last preparations are running hot. Who are
Maps of the sale areas have been published!
Maps of the sale areas have been published! The maps show the location numbers of the merchant tables. You can find the maps and a
Show classes
You can find a video of the show-section on our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CtMCN4WIrse/ This year, in addition to just judging and awarding, we wanted to make
Presenting our rosettes for 2023!
It’s time to reveal the prize rosettes for the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships 2023 – with a brand new logo! The logo will also be used
Last day to send your kür-music
Kür’s finalists! You have until 9.6. to send your music to us and it is only five days away! Send the music you are going
Skillfully! – skill course
This year Skillfully!-track is flourishing in the B-arena’s corner, where you can complete the track for a small fee and earn prizes. On the track,
Ticket sales
Have you purchased tickets to the biggest hobbyhorsing event in the world yet? The tickets for the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships are limited, so we recommend
The due date of the competition fees
The due date of the competition fees for the open classes is on 30.4.! Places that have not received the payment will be passed on
We are looking for volunteers!
Hey, you hobbyhorser, hobbyist’s parent or other adult! Are you in need of something to do on the competition day, or coming to Seinäjoki on
The starting lists have been published!
The starting lists have been published! You may find them from the “competition classes” page on our website. Photo: Saija
Registration for open classes ends TODAY!
ATTENTION! There was a mistake in the previous picture, the registration for open classes ends TODAY 14.4.2023 at midnight! Photo: Saija
Enrolling in dressage classes continues
DRESSAGE RIDER❗ Enrolling in the kür class’ video qualification continues until 30.4.2023 and expands to more competitors: You can enroll straight to the finale with
Enrolling for open classes ends in one week
Enroll for open competition classes! There is one week left to register for open classes – the registration ends 14 April at 23.59, after which
Last day to cancel your merchant table reservation
Attention merchants! 31 March is the last possible day to cancel your merchant table reservation and get a refund. Cancellations after this date will not
Two weeks until enrolling to dressage qualifications closes
Only two weeks left to enroll in our dressage qualifiers! Our dressage qualifiers end in 11.4. Find our dressage rules and instructions on how to
Registration for open classes begins!
Registration for open classes is open from the 1 March to the 14 April! The registration form can be found on our website in Competitors>Register
Second registration for merchant’s tables
Are you interested in a merchant’s table at the Championships? Second registration for the remaining spots will be arranged from 27 February 2023 to 19
New class: team show jumping!
TEAM SHOW JUMPING 80 cm will be seen for the first time at the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships on June 17, 2023. In team show jumping,
Dressage qualifications have now been opened!
Hello all dressage riders, dressage qualifications have now been opened 🤩! You can enroll until 11th of April, and see our dressage championships (only for
Ticket sales begin!
The price of one ticket is 15 € and a processing fee of 1,50 € will be added to the price when purchased through Tiketti.
Registration as a merchant
Registration as a merchant begins on 16 January 2023 and ends on 31 January 2023. Merchants’ tables are distributed in the order of registration. The
The dressage programs have been published!
Our journey towards the next Finnish Hobby Horse Championships has now officially started on the behalf of the competitors too. Next year’s Dressage programs are
Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships 2023
Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships will be held June 17th, 2023 at Seinäjoki Arena Logo: @leeddesign_official , Saija Leed
Competition letter is out now!
Photo: Saija The competition letter has now been published, you can find it here! The competition letter contains information and instructions for the day of
Additional 60 cm class!
Because of the popularity of our open 60 cm class, we opened an additional class for 45 participants! The competitors of this class have been
Start lists and reserves for open classes have been published
Competitors for open classes have now been drawn! Starting lists and reserve spots for the open competition classes can be found at our web page
Registration for open classes is open from March 1st to April 14th
Registration for open classes is open from March 1 to April 14, 2022 The registration form can be found on our website “Competitors” > “Register
2nd merchant registration
The second registration as a merchant is being held 21.2.2022-14.3.2022. Like in the first registration, the merchant’s tables are being distributed in the order of
Dressage qualifiers
It’s that time again to dig up the dressage arena letters and get your cameras ready – the qualification for the Kür class is open!
Important dates – merchants
Yesterday we informed competitors of the important dates this spring, and today is merchants’ turn. Below you can find the important dates for merchants this
Important dates – competitors
Today we are reminding you competitors about the most important dates this spring and tomorrow we are reminding merchants about their most important dates. So
Visitor tickets for sale!
Visitor tickets are for sale now! Advance ticket sales end on Friday the 10th of June at 12pm. The tickets are for sale in Tiketti
Book your accommodation in time!
What to do first to enable your trip to Finnish Championships? 🤔 Book your hotel room! This weekend has been congested in Seinäjoki in previous
Website updated
Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships 2022 website is now fully updated! From our website you will find all current information about the next summer’s event. You can
Book your accommodation for 2022!
Hotel Sorsanpesä is the main accommodation partner for the 2022 Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships! @hotelsorsanpesa offers hotel rooms for visitors to the Finnish Championships with the
The Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships will be cancelled for this year, and will be moved to the year 2022
The organisation of the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships in June does not seem possible at the moment. Together with the Board of the Finnish Hobbyhorse Association
Registering for open classes 1.3.-14.4.2021
Sign up for the open classes is open from 1.3.2021 to 14.4.2021. You can find all classes from our website (competitors>classes). Read more about registering
Kür dressage qualifying
Videoqualifiers for the kür have now started! The last day for uploading your video is the 29th of March. Please see more information on our
COVID-19 situation 01/2021
NOTE! You can always find the current corona situation on the Frequently Asked Questions page. Consideration of the corona situation in the order of events.
Important dates
Important dates: 7.12.2020 The search for Jumping Championship tryout hosts begins1.1.–31.1.2021 Seller registrations1.1.–23.5.2021 Jumping Championship tryouts1.2.-29.3.2021 Dressage Championship and Kür class tryouts14.2.2021 Deadline for paying
Registration as a seller starts on 1.1.2021
If you are interested in selling your hobby horse items at the Finnish hobbyhorse championships, please contact us through email. keppihevostensm@gmail.com Photo: © leeddesign_official
Competitor, attention! – Familiarize yourself with the updated competition rules
The Association has updated the official competition rules! The official competition rules of the Finnish Hobbyhorse Association are used in the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships. The
Introducing Western Horsemanship
Howdy Cowboy 🤠 It’s time to dust off your Stetsons and fancy competition shirts because Western Horsemanship is here again! “But western team, what’s the
How to enter the Dressage Classes?
This year, there are a total of four dressage classes: two Finnish Championship classes and two open to international competitors: International Freestyle and Advanced B.
Registration Update: A Smoother and more fair Competition Experience
We have improved the registration process for open classes to make participation smoother and more fair. Registration is still done via a form, but now
We are seeking photographers and a videographer!
As the event photographer, your role will be to capture key moments throughout the day. The photos you take will be used by the event
See you in Seinäjoki on June 14, 2025!
The Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships will be held on June 14, 2025, at Seinäjoki Areena!The Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships are one of the most anticipated events of
SM 2025 is coming!
The preparations for next year’s Finnish Hobbyhorse Championship are already in full swing. The event will once again determine the Finnish champions and feature competitions
Important information for merchants: Entrance and Assistance ticket
The price for merchant tables, excluding the enthusiast table , includes a assistant ticket. It is possible to buy an assistant ticket for the enthusiast
Competition letter
The competition letter has now been sent to all competitors, merchants and volunteers to your email! Check your mailbox (including spam) and read through the
Instructions for queuing and wristband exchange in advance
The doors will open for visitors and competitors at 10:00 AM!The entrance will be through the A-doors of Hall B, just like last year. The
Dressage Knockout
The Dressage Knockout interlude program will be ridden in B-hall at the Juntu dressage riding arena at 13:00! Two riders dancing for the audience’s favor.
Area for competitors!
Something new at our event! If you need a break from the hustle and bustle or a moment to relax before an important performance, there
Award ceremony for championship classes & event closing!
Something new at our event! We have added a closing ceremony and awards presentation to the program. So before you continue your evening elsewhere, let’s
Western riding rules!
Thinking about competing in Western riding? Interested but the dicipline feels unfamiliar? Fear not, for in this post we’ll provide some practical tips regarding the
The schedule has been published
The event schedule has now been published! You can find the schedule on our website’s Program -page. The schedule may still change for program numbers
Apply as a volunteer!
Volunteer application open now! Now’s your change to join our volunteer team to make the world’s biggest hobbyhorse event! Without the help of volunteers, the
The final programs of the dressage classes are published!
The final programs of the dressage classes and the results of the qualifying rounds for all dressage classes can be found on our website! ->Qualification
Second registration for merchant’s tables
Joyful news formerchants! A few merchants table are still available, and we will open extended registration TODAY on February 20th at 6 PM (UTC+ 2).
Sing up now!
The sale of tickets for the Finnish HobbyHorse Championships AND registration as a competitor and seller has started! The recent update in Gmail is causing
Recognize the staff!
You can recognize the event staff members from black T-shirts with yellow association logos and the word STAFF on the chest. Feel free to ask
Jussi-statue
Have you seen Jussi-statue in Seinäjoki? Seinäjoki is a part of our event, and they even gave Jussi his own hobbyhorse – you should go
The Finnish Hobbyhorse Association’s table
The Finnish Hobbyhorse Association has its own table at the Championships, where you can buy some nice merchandise. Come and meet us! Photo: Tiina, Edit:
Competition letter
Competition letter has been sent to all competitors yesterday via e-mail! Sellers and volunteers will receive it today and it will also be available at
Arriving at Seinäjoki Areena
Seinäjoki Arena is located 1.8 km from Seinäjoki train station. Unfortunately, public transport, i.e. buses, will not run from the station to the arena on
Intermission performances
Do you feel like all the stress and tiredness from competing are getting overwhelming? Is your battery already running low for the day? Don’t you
Organizer introductions
DRESSAGE TEAM Close to the heart of the dressage team is, unsurprisingly, the creation of a high-quality dressage ensemble. This year’s courses are the creations
One week to the championships!
Can you believe that the highlight of the year is only 1 week away?! Time flies and the last preparations are running hot. Who are
Maps of the sale areas have been published!
Maps of the sale areas have been published! The maps show the location numbers of the merchant tables. You can find the maps and a
Show classes
You can find a video of the show-section on our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CtMCN4WIrse/ This year, in addition to just judging and awarding, we wanted to make
Presenting our rosettes for 2023!
It’s time to reveal the prize rosettes for the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships 2023 – with a brand new logo! The logo will also be used
Last day to send your kür-music
Kür’s finalists! You have until 9.6. to send your music to us and it is only five days away! Send the music you are going
Skillfully! – skill course
This year Skillfully!-track is flourishing in the B-arena’s corner, where you can complete the track for a small fee and earn prizes. On the track,
Ticket sales
Have you purchased tickets to the biggest hobbyhorsing event in the world yet? The tickets for the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships are limited, so we recommend
The due date of the competition fees
The due date of the competition fees for the open classes is on 30.4.! Places that have not received the payment will be passed on
We are looking for volunteers!
Hey, you hobbyhorser, hobbyist’s parent or other adult! Are you in need of something to do on the competition day, or coming to Seinäjoki on
The starting lists have been published!
The starting lists have been published! You may find them from the “competition classes” page on our website. Photo: Saija
Registration for open classes ends TODAY!
ATTENTION! There was a mistake in the previous picture, the registration for open classes ends TODAY 14.4.2023 at midnight! Photo: Saija
Enrolling in dressage classes continues
DRESSAGE RIDER❗ Enrolling in the kür class’ video qualification continues until 30.4.2023 and expands to more competitors: You can enroll straight to the finale with
Enrolling for open classes ends in one week
Enroll for open competition classes! There is one week left to register for open classes – the registration ends 14 April at 23.59, after which
Last day to cancel your merchant table reservation
Attention merchants! 31 March is the last possible day to cancel your merchant table reservation and get a refund. Cancellations after this date will not
Two weeks until enrolling to dressage qualifications closes
Only two weeks left to enroll in our dressage qualifiers! Our dressage qualifiers end in 11.4. Find our dressage rules and instructions on how to
Registration for open classes begins!
Registration for open classes is open from the 1 March to the 14 April! The registration form can be found on our website in Competitors>Register
Second registration for merchant’s tables
Are you interested in a merchant’s table at the Championships? Second registration for the remaining spots will be arranged from 27 February 2023 to 19
New class: team show jumping!
TEAM SHOW JUMPING 80 cm will be seen for the first time at the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships on June 17, 2023. In team show jumping,
Dressage qualifications have now been opened!
Hello all dressage riders, dressage qualifications have now been opened 🤩! You can enroll until 11th of April, and see our dressage championships (only for
Ticket sales begin!
The price of one ticket is 15 € and a processing fee of 1,50 € will be added to the price when purchased through Tiketti.
Registration as a merchant
Registration as a merchant begins on 16 January 2023 and ends on 31 January 2023. Merchants’ tables are distributed in the order of registration. The
The dressage programs have been published!
Our journey towards the next Finnish Hobby Horse Championships has now officially started on the behalf of the competitors too. Next year’s Dressage programs are
Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships 2023
Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships will be held June 17th, 2023 at Seinäjoki Arena Logo: @leeddesign_official , Saija Leed
Competition letter is out now!
Photo: Saija The competition letter has now been published, you can find it here! The competition letter contains information and instructions for the day of
Additional 60 cm class!
Because of the popularity of our open 60 cm class, we opened an additional class for 45 participants! The competitors of this class have been
Start lists and reserves for open classes have been published
Competitors for open classes have now been drawn! Starting lists and reserve spots for the open competition classes can be found at our web page
Registration for open classes is open from March 1st to April 14th
Registration for open classes is open from March 1 to April 14, 2022 The registration form can be found on our website “Competitors” > “Register
2nd merchant registration
The second registration as a merchant is being held 21.2.2022-14.3.2022. Like in the first registration, the merchant’s tables are being distributed in the order of
Dressage qualifiers
It’s that time again to dig up the dressage arena letters and get your cameras ready – the qualification for the Kür class is open!
Important dates – merchants
Yesterday we informed competitors of the important dates this spring, and today is merchants’ turn. Below you can find the important dates for merchants this
Important dates – competitors
Today we are reminding you competitors about the most important dates this spring and tomorrow we are reminding merchants about their most important dates. So
Visitor tickets for sale!
Visitor tickets are for sale now! Advance ticket sales end on Friday the 10th of June at 12pm. The tickets are for sale in Tiketti
Book your accommodation in time!
What to do first to enable your trip to Finnish Championships? 🤔 Book your hotel room! This weekend has been congested in Seinäjoki in previous
Website updated
Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships 2022 website is now fully updated! From our website you will find all current information about the next summer’s event. You can
Book your accommodation for 2022!
Hotel Sorsanpesä is the main accommodation partner for the 2022 Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships! @hotelsorsanpesa offers hotel rooms for visitors to the Finnish Championships with the
The Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships will be cancelled for this year, and will be moved to the year 2022
The organisation of the Finnish Hobbyhorse Championships in June does not seem possible at the moment. Together with the Board of the Finnish Hobbyhorse Association
Registering for open classes 1.3.-14.4.2021
Sign up for the open classes is open from 1.3.2021 to 14.4.2021. You can find all classes from our website (competitors>classes). Read more about registering
Kür dressage qualifying
Videoqualifiers for the kür have now started! The last day for uploading your video is the 29th of March. Please see more information on our
COVID-19 situation 01/2021
NOTE! You can always find the current corona situation on the Frequently Asked Questions page. Consideration of the corona situation in the order of events.
Important dates
Important dates: 7.12.2020 The search for Jumping Championship tryout hosts begins1.1.–31.1.2021 Seller registrations1.1.–23.5.2021 Jumping Championship tryouts1.2.-29.3.2021 Dressage Championship and Kür class tryouts14.2.2021 Deadline for paying
Registration as a seller starts on 1.1.2021
If you are interested in selling your hobby horse items at the Finnish hobbyhorse championships, please contact us through email. keppihevostensm@gmail.com Photo: © leeddesign_official