Southeast Mounted Drill Team Association

Q U A D

In the quad classes, a group of four riders create a choregraphed routine, either freestyle or

theme, to music.

Teams in Quad Classes are judged on their spacing, alignment, timing, and how well their maneuvers flow from one to another.

P A T R I O T

This class is designed for teams to show off their Patriotic Spirit. Teams proudly dress in showy patriotic costuming (horse & rider), carry patriot//American flags and exemplify their American pride in thrilling and moving patriotic music.  Although patriotic content is paramount in this class, teams are still scored on their spacing, alignment, timing, and how well maneuvers flow together in a 4–6-minute routine.  

T H E M E

Teams choose a serious or fun "theme" to create a 4–6-minute choregraphed routine in this class.  In addition to their spacing, alignment, timing, and how well maneuvers flow together, judges score on how well their costuming (horse & rider), props, and music complement the theme.  Patriotic costumes are only allowed in the Patriot Class.

F R E E S T Y L E

A team of riders create a 4–6-minute choregraphed drill routine to their music of choice.  In this class, teams are judged on their spacing, alignment, timing, flow of the drill and how well the music was to the maneuvers performed and the pace the horses set to the music.

W I L D  C A R D

Any number of riders.  No restrictions on ages of riders. No restrictions on experience (Green, Novice, Intermediate and Advanced). This class will not be judged and is strictly for fun (cones, egg and spoon race, ride a buck, etc.). Casual dress (no fancy costumes needed). Two ranking points will be awarded to teams in each Division that participates.