T-shirts/Polos for young riders
The T-shirts/Polos page for kids features tops for young riders: competition polos from Horze, QHP, Equestro, or EQPRO, long-sleeved training shirts from Harry's Horse and Equestro, zipped t-shirts from Red Horse, and technical tops from BR Equitation or Horka. These are designed to fit children perfectly, whether for weekly lessons or their first competitions.
For first competitions as well as Wednesday classes, tops designed for children's sizes.
Competition Polo: What to Wear in Competition
In competition, the competition polo often replaces the traditional shirt for the younger riders: white or light in colour, it is worn under the jacket, or on its own when the event rules allow it, especially in hot weather. The Horze Kaya, Equestro Basic, or QHP Jipp adopt the classic competition fit, featuring a neat collar that stays in place under the jacket, and the Equestro Stones Tape comes in long sleeves for chilly mornings.
Versions with ruffles, like the Horze Christel, or with decorative details appeal to young female riders without straying from the expected simplicity on a competition field. In some breeding events, a polo in the colours of the pony's breed association is allowed instead of the classic outfit.
Training Tops and Zip T-Shirts for Riding
For the weekly sessions, long-sleeve tops, like the Harry's Horse LouLou or the Equestro training top, protect the arms from the sun and branches on outdoor rides. The zip collar of the Red Horse Miki opens up when the child warms up at a trot and closes while walking, without having to remove a layer from the back of the pony.
The technical t-shirts from BR Equitation, a Dutch brand, or the Horka t-shirt in the colours of the Dutch equestrian federation wick away sweat better than cotton, which remains comfortable for grooming and pony games. Their fabric dries quickly between morning and afternoon sessions during holiday camps.
Children's Sizes and Care for Polos
Children's riding tops are expressed in age or height: height, measured barefoot, is the most reliable reference, as an eight-year-old can wear ten-year-old sizes. A competition polo should be chosen fitted without being tight, allowing the collar to close without pulling and ensuring the top doesn't balloon under the jacket when galloping. Training tops can tolerate a larger size, which is handy for making them last longer.
For care, a white polo is washed at thirty degrees, inside out, only with light-coloured laundry, to maintain its competition whiteness after every wash. It should be dried on a hanger, avoiding the need for ironing, then stored for the big day out of dust in a cover, together with the jacket.
Complete Outfit for Young Riders
The children's outfit is completed with:
- Jumpers and sweatshirts for chilly mornings.
- Jackets and parkas, split for riding.
- Competition, riding jackets.
- Trousers, full grip or knee patch.
- Riding hats, helmets suited for children.
All of this can be found on the children page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What top to wear under a body protector?
A technical top that fits snugly, with long or short sleeves depending on the weather, slips smoothly under the body protector and avoids chafing. Avoid thick tops or hoodies that interfere with the adjustment of the body protector and ride up at the neck.
How to keep the polo tucked into the trousers?
A polo that is long enough to cover the hips, tucked into high-waisted riding trousers held up by a belt, stays in place while galloping and approaching jumps. Any tops that are too short will come out when the child leans forward.
Do you need long sleeves for riding in summer?
A long sleeve in fine, breathable fabric protects from the sun and scrapes without causing extra heat, especially during outdoor rides. For a session in a shaded arena, a technical short-sleeved t-shirt is more than enough.
How to remove green stains from a white polo?
Saliva or grass stains left by the pony should be pre-treated with Marseille soap or a stain remover before washing, without hot water which sets the chlorophyll. Let it sit for a few minutes, gently scrub, then wash with light-coloured laundry.
How many tops should I bring for a riding camp?
Count on one technical top for each day of the camp, plus a spare in case of rain or a fall in the arena. Long-sleeved tops are useful for cool mornings, and a clean polo should be added if the camp ends with a small competition.
