Equi-rider is a platform that facilitates remote equestrian competitions by allowing riders to participate in standardized events filmed at their local equestrian centers, with results verified through an integrated judging system. This approach eliminates the need for travel, reduces environmental impact, and enables global participation in disciplines such as show jumping and dressage.
Funding
$120K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional equestrian competitions require significant travel for riders and horses, leading to increased costs, environmental impact, and stress on the animals. This limits accessibility for riders in remote locations or those with limited resources, and restricts the frequency of competitive opportunities.
Solution
Equi-rider offers a platform for remote equestrian competitions, enabling riders to participate in standardized events filmed at their local equestrian centers. The platform integrates a judging system to verify results, eliminating the need for travel and reducing the environmental impact associated with traditional competitions. By enabling remote participation, Equi-rider broadens access to equestrian events and fosters a global community of riders and equestrian centers.
Target Audience
Equi-rider primarily targets equestrian centers, professional riders, individual riders in specific disciplines (Dressage, Para dressage, and Equifeel), and organizers of horse shows seeking to expand their reach and reduce logistical burdens.
Features
- Standardized course designs and educational situations replicated across multiple equestrian centers
- Video upload and verification system for performance review
- Integrated judging tool for disciplines requiring evaluation by qualified judges
- Automated generation of protocols available on rider and club accounts
- Ranking system for riders and clubs based on points accumulated across multiple stages
- Online registration and account management for riders, clubs, and organizers
- Support for various disciplines, including show jumping, dressage, equifeel, equifun, hunter, and TREC