Teams & Clubs

UConn students have the chance to participate in several equine-related teams and clubs. If you’re looking for something recreational, or you want to compete with other top teams, there are options to fit your goals.

Equine team group photo with ribbon awards

UConn Dressage Team

Students of all levels participate in Intercollegiate Dressage Association New England regional shows throughout the semester and can qualify for nationals.

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Equestrian Team

Riders of all levels compete in their respective hunt seat division at IHSA shows to accumulate points towards qualifying for Regionals, Zones, and ultimately Nationals.

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Equine teams posing as a group
polo team horseback riding group photo

Intercollegiate Polo Team

The UConn Polo Club is a team of intermediate to advanced riders who compete in USPA Intercollegiate Arena Polo. Both advanced and intermediate polo players can make the team.

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The UConn Western Team

The UConn Western Team is a group of talented and dedicated students who share a passion for equestrian sports. The Western Team competes in Western Horsemanship and Reining classes in the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) and is both an individual and a team sport.

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western team at ISHA semi-final
Equine club

Equine Club

The mission of the Equine Club is to help our club members expand their knowledge and experience in many different disciplines, industries, methods, and businesses within the horse world.

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