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TREC

TREC is a fast growing sport for horses and riders of all abilities. If you’re looking for a new challenge and love trail rides but believe your horse is so much more than just a happy hacker and you want to put his – and your – talents to the test, then BHS TREC is your sport. We tell you what it’s all about and give you 10 top tips for success.

What is TREC?

TREC stands for Technique De Randonnee Equestre De Competition which translates literally as Equestrian Trekking Techniques Competition. It's a unique test of horse and rider partnership that appeals equally to novices and champions alike. Just about anyone can have a go, on any type of horse or pony, as an individual, pairs or even teams.

The competition structure

TREC is split into 3 phases. Phase 1: Parcours d’Orientation et de Régularité (POR). Phase 2: Maîtrise des Allures (Control of Paces/Gaits or CP). Phase 3: Parcours en Terrain Varié (PTV). Scoring is based on accumulating the most points from a maximum total of 460.

Top 10 tips for success

Follow our top ten tips for TREC success to get you from phase 1 to the finish line