Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Team | New Canaan Mounted Troop

Mission of IEATo introduce students in middle and secondary schools (grades 4–12) to equestrian sports.To develop an understanding and appreciation of equestrian sports through organized student competitions.REGISTER HERENew Canaan Mounted Troop IEA InformationCompetitions are offered for riders able to walk, trot and canter in a group.The IEA was founded on the principle that any middle school or high school student should be able to participate in horse shows, regardless of their financial status or riding level.Students ride horses that are provided by the host barn and chosen by a random draw.Personal tack is not allowed. However, limited schooling over fences is permitted. The theory behind this structure is to equalize variables of the competition and test the horsemanship of each contestant.New Canaan Mounted Troop is a member of the Zone 1 Region 7 Hunt Seat Equitation division for both middle school and high school.At the beginning of the school year, each team starts with a g...