HITS and Tom Struzzieri look forward to welcoming you for the 26th edition of the HITS Coachella Desert Circuit, January 16 – March 18, 2018 at the HITS Desert Horse Park. Join us for eight weeks of USEF Premier-rated shows and over $4 Million in Prize Money featuring the Longines FEI World Cup Jumping CSI3*-W and the sixth annual AIG $1 Million Grand Prix.
Desert Circuit Prize List
HITS Coachella has been staple of the winter show jumping calendar for more than two decades. The 400+ classes each week offer something for every competitive rider from Short Stirrup to Grand Prix. The location, the famed Coachella Valley, puts you in the heart of one of the most famous and beautiful resort areas in the world.
We look forward to seeing you at the Coachella Desert Circuit and welcome any comments or suggestions for an improved showing experience.
Hope Glynn and LAKE OF STARS riding to a win in the USHJA International Derby during the final week of the HITS Desert Circuit 2017. PC: ESI Photography/HITS Media
HITS DESERT CIRCUIT
January 16-21 | Desert Circuit I
January 23-28 | Desert Circuit II
January 30-February 4 | Desert Circuit III
February 6-11 | Desert Circuit IV
February 14-18 | Off-Week
February 20-25 | Desert Circuit V
February 27-March 4 | Desert Circuit VI
March 6-11 | Desert Circuit VII
March 13-18 | Desert Circuit VIII
Entries due January 3
A number of improvements and upgrades await you this year, including new covered seating at the show rings with wicker sofas and chairs for cozy, comfy viewing. You’ll also see new landscaping at the Show Office and along many of the pathways you travel with your horses every day.
Newly installed footing in the Grand Prix schooling area has received rave reviews during the National Sunshine Series, and installation of this footing will continue in other jumper schooling areas before the winter circuit.
The HITS Desert Circuit offers a number of feature events throughout the circuit, including;
FEI CSI3*-W Division (Week IV)
Featuring the $100,000 Longines FEI World Cup Qualifier
AIG $1 Million Grand Prix (Week VIII) – qualifier classes held each week leading up to the Million!
Junior/Amateur -Owner Jumper Classics for 1.25m, 1.35m, 1.45m each week
Including the $25,000 Jr/A-O 1.45m Jumper Classic (Week VIII)
Two $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derbies (Week IV and VIII)
Two USHJA Pony Hunter Derbies (Week III and VII)
World Championship Hunter Rider – WCHR (Week VIII)
Devoucoux and Platinum Performance Hunter Prix Each Week – qualifiers for the HITS Championship!
Reserve your stalls today! A select number of Permanent Stalls are still available. For information on stabling opportunities, contact us at 845.246.8833 or Info@HitsShows.com.
For information on stabling opportunities, please contact us at 845.246.8833.
Experience our VIP Clubs. Enjoy the comfort and service of our Go Rentals VIP Club overlooking the Grand Prix Stadium. For a more exclusive experience, upgrade to the Platinum Club. For information on VIP opportunities, contact us at 845.246.8833 or Info@HitsShows.com.
Have you made your travel plans yet? For additional information, including Lodging and Travel Partners, please visit HitsShows.com.