Upcoming Folksam Team Championship in Pony Eventing
This weekend, horse enthusiasts from across the country will gather at the Ridklubben Udden in Kalmar. From August 30-31, the Folksam Team Championship in Pony Eventing will take place, featuring 18 teams from various regions of Sweden.
Championship Details
The championship will kick off on Friday evening with an opening ceremony and will include competitions in three eventing disciplines: dressage, show jumping, and cross-country. A total of 127 horse and rider combinations will participate.
Event Highlights
”We at Ridklubben Udden host numerous competitions for ponies and horses each year, in jumping, dressage, and eventing. Historically, we’ve held major international competitions and have nurtured riders like Linda and Sara Algotssons, who have competed in multiple Olympics and championships. We are thrilled to host another championship at our club,” says competition director Linda Camara.
Event Schedule
- Friday, August 29
- 19:00 – Opening ceremony with Swedish Equestrian Federation Chair Sandra Ruuda
- Saturday, August 30
- 07:30-14:00 – Dressage
- 14:00-18:00 – Show Jumping
- 19:00 – Riders’ Celebration
- Sunday, August 31
- 09:00-16:00 – Cross-Country
About Ridklubben Udden
Located in the picturesque Törnerum, Rockneby, about 20 kilometers north of Kalmar, Ridklubben Udden is a complete equestrian facility. Founded in 1978, it’s a non-profit association with over 300 members, offering riding school programs and training riders from beginner to Olympic levels.
The event will be livestreamed on equisport.tv.
Contact Information
- Linda Camara (Competition Director): linda.camara@me.com
- Frida Petersson (Event Project Manager): frida.petersson@kalmar.com
