Concours Complet International

All FEI-recognized competitions, regardless of discipline, are rated on a "star" system. In eventing, the 5* level is the highest and the 1* level is the lowest of the FEI-recognised divisions. Additionally, there are many competitions held at levels below the one-star. These competitions are not FEI-recognized, and are usually held under the rules of a country's national governing body. Prior to 2019, the 4* was the highest level. All existing competitions were moved up one star level, and a new 1* Introductory level instituted below the old 1* classification. ==Concours Complet International (Long)==

CCI-L Competitions are held under FEI rules for Three Day Events, including the General Rules and Veterinary Regulations. They are international three-day events, as opposed to a national competition or a one- or two-day horse trial. CCI5* The CCI5* is highest level of eventing competition under the banner of the FEI. • Adelaide Equestrian Festival (Australia) • Badminton Horse Trials (UK) • Burghley Horse Trials (UK) • Kentucky Three-Day Event (US) • Luhmühlen Horse Trials (Germany) • Stars of Pau (France). • Maryland 5 Star, at Fair Hill (US) In 2021, following the cancellation of Burghley and Badminton due to the coronavirus pandemic, a one-off event, the Bicton Arena International 5* was held at Bicton Arena in Devon, England, UK. Rules: • Riders must be at least 18 years old, and horses 7 (although most are much older). • Cross-country has maximum of 45 jumping efforts on a 6270-7410m course, ridden at 570 mpm (total course time of 11–13 minutes) • Stadium has maximum of 16 efforts and 11-13 obstacles (Note: a combination is one obstacle), ridden at 375 mpm, with a course length of 500–600 meters. CCI4*-L Advanced level, for horses with some experience in international competition. Rules: • Riders must be at least 18 years old, and horses 7 (although most are much older). • Cross-country has maximum of 40 jumping efforts on a 5700-6840m course, ridden at 570 mpm (total course time of 10–12 minutes) • Stadium has maximum of 15 efforts and 11-12 obstacles, ridden at 375 mpm, with a course length of 450–550 meters. CCI3*-L Intermediate level, for horses and riders with some experience riding in a three-day event, who are just starting to begin international competition. Rules: • Riders must be at least 16 years of age, and horses at least 6 years old. • Cross-country has maximum of 37 jumping efforts on a 4950-5500m course, ridden at 550 mpm (total course time of 9–10 minutes) • Stadium has maximum of 14 efforts and 10-11 obstacles, ridden at 350 mpm, with a course length of 400–500 meters. CCI2*-L Preliminary (USA) or Novice (Britain) level, used as an introductory level to the three-day event. Rules: • Riders must be at least 14 years old, and horses at least 6 years of age. • Cross-country has maximum of 32 jumping efforts on a 4160–4680m course, ridden at 520 mpm (total course time of 8–9 minutes) • Stadium has maximum of 13 efforts and 10-11 obstacles, ridden at 350 mpm, with a course length of 350–450 meters. ==Concours Complet International (Short)==

The CCI-S may be held over one day, and is thus considered an international one-day event. However, it must follow FEI rules. Additionally, the CCI-S is held only at the one to four-star levels. There are no 5* CCI-S competitions. CCI4*-S Cross-country is held over a 3200–4000 m course with 32-40 efforts, and ran at a speed of 570 mpm. Stadium has maximum of 15 efforts and 11-12 obstacles, ridden at 375 mpm, with a course length of 450–550 meters. CCI3*-S Cross-country is held over a 2800–3600 m course with 28-36 efforts, and ran at a speed of 550 mpm. Stadium has maximum of 14 efforts and 10-11 obstacles, ridden at 350 mpm, with a course length of 400–500 meters. CCI2*-S Cross-country is held over a 2400–3200 m course with 24-32 efforts, and ran at a speed of 520 mpm. Stadium has maximum of 13 efforts and 10-11 obstacles, ridden at 350 mpm, with a course length of 350–450 meters. ==Introductory level from 2019 onwards==

The CCI1* introduced in 2019 has a stadium jumping height of 1.05m, can be organized as short or long format and is not compulsory for qualifications at the 2* level and above. ==Other terms==

• CCN: National Three Day Event. They must be held under FEI rules for Three Day Events (but not FEI General Rules or Veterinary Regulations). • CCIO: Official International Three Day Event, for team competitions internationally, such as the Olympic Games, the World Equestrian Games, the Pan-American Games, and the European Championships. • CH: International Championship Three Day Event • CCIP: International Three Day for Ponies. Only provided at the * and ** level. • J/YR: divisions for young riders (21 or younger) and juniors (18 or younger). ==References==