These were selectively bred with the aim of developing a small athletic riding horse with the qualities of the principal German warmbloods.

The goal was to breed competition-quality ponies for children to ride in sport horse competitions, more easily controllable by children than the typical large Warmblood horses used by adults, while also keeping some Pony characteristics, including character, type and willingness to perform.

These cross-breeding attempts to produce a sport pony in one generation did not lead to the desired type.

Major tournaments for pony riders include the German Youth Championships, the European Championships and the "Preis der Besten," a team competition, which will be in dressage, with the International Dressage tests of the FEI ridden, for preparatory examination, team and individual scoring.

This competition is very popular and both contestants and coaches vie for spots on the respective participating teams.