The “EQUICIETY” dressage Championship is set to begin at the Kuwait Equestrian Center, featuring competition at beginner, basic, and training levels. Both male and female riders will compete for top results in the event, which is expected to showcase intense rivalry. dressage, the art of horse taming, is highlighted as the foundation of equestrian sports, focusing on teaching balance, flexibility, and smooth transitions between speeds with minimal effort and complete obedience from the horse.
Rider Fajr Al Sabah, the championship sponsor, emphasized the growing popularity of dressage in Kuwait, with numerous local championships being organized and broad participation. The goal for every rider in dressage is to communicate commands seamlessly and at precise moments, without confusing the horse. Rider Ibrahim Ismail shared his passion for equestrianism, which began with horse riding sessions at a farm with friends and grew as he watched world champions and followed international dressage competitions. Ismail has participated in local championships over the past two seasons since the introduction of the dressage sport field in Kuwait.
The championship is expected to feature fierce competition among riders at different levels, with a focus on balance, flexibility, and smooth transitions between speeds. dressage is seen as a fundamental aspect of equestrian sports, teaching both the horse and rider to work together with minimal effort and complete obedience. The event is a testament to the growing popularity of dressage in Kuwait, with riders like Ibrahim Ismail sharing their passion for the sport and participating in local championships.
