Concours Complet International

The Concours Complet International, or CCI, is a rating for the equestrian sport of eventing. CCI competitions are international three-day events, as opposed to a national competition or a one- or two-day horse trial. They are rated based on "stars," as following:

• CCI****:

The highest level of competition, advanced level for horses with a good deal of experience and success in international competition. It includes the Olympics (although the Olympics is usually made easier, at more of a three-star level, to allow a greater number of nations to compete successfully), the World Equestrian Games, and five annual horse trials each year: Badminton Horse Trials (Britain), Burghley Horse Trials (Britain), Rolex Kentucky Three Day (USA), Adelaide Horse Trials (Australia), and Luhmühlen Horse Trials (Germany).

• CCI***:

Advanced level, for horses with some experience in international competition.

• CCI**:

Intermediate level, for horses and riders with some experience riding in a three-day event, who are just starting to begin international competition.

• CCI*:

Preliminary (USA) or Novice (Britain) level, used as an introductory level to the three-day event.

CCI Competitions are held under FEI rules for Three Day Events, including the General Rules and Veterinary Regulations.

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 and the World Equestrian Games.
• CH: International Championship Three Day Event

The starring system is used in the above competitions as well. So there could be a CCN** or a CCIO***, to denote the level of competition.