Champion Junior X-Air Plus Riding Jockey Helmet

Champion Junior X Air Plus Riding Jockey Helmet

Give young riders confidence from their very first competition with the Champion Junior X Air Plus riding jockey helmet. This junior skull cap combines proven Champion safety credentials with a lightweight feel and cooling ventilation, making it ideal for busy Pony Club days, lessons and long hacks.

If you’re browsing our full range of skull caps and jockey riding helmets, this model stands out as a reliable, competition-ready option for junior riders.

Competition-Ready Safety for Junior Riders

The Champion Junior X Air Plus is built on a tough, lightweight injection-moulded ABS shell that helps to disperse impact and reduce the risk of penetration from sharp objects. Inside, an energy-absorbing EPS liner works to cushion the head, so the helmet is designed to manage impact forces effectively in the event of a fall.

This junior jockey helmet is approved to key modern riding hat standards, making it suitable for most UK competitions where PAS 015 is required:

• PAS 015:2011 (British safety standard)

• VG1 01.040 2014-12

• ASTM F1163-15 (on current Champion spec)

• British Kitemarked to PAS 015:2011

For parents and coaches, this gives the reassurance that the Champion Junior X Air Plus has been independently tested and batch-checked to demanding standards.

X Air Ventilation: Cool, Breathable Protection

The signature X Air ventilation system channels air through the helmet to help keep young riders cool, even during intensive training or in warmer weather. Strategically placed vents work together with breathable crown comfort padding and mesh panel inserts to encourage airflow around the head.

The result is a Champion junior helmet that feels comfortable to wear for longer periods, helping kids stay focused on their pony rather than on an overheating hat.

Lightweight Comfort with a Secure 4-Point Harness

Junior riders need a helmet that feels light and secure, not bulky or distracting. The Champion Junior X Air Plus delivers this balance with:

• Lightweight injection-moulded ABS shell to keep overall weight down

• Soft crown comfort padding to create a snug, supportive fit

• Four-point padded nubuck / synthetic suede harness for stability and comfort around the jaw and nape

• Quick-release buckle so adults can easily fasten and remove the helmet while maintaining a secure closure in use

The 4-point harness and rear adjustment help the Champion Junior X Air Plus stay firmly in place, giving extra confidence when children are jumping, galloping or riding cross-country.

Colours and Style: Black, Navy, Pink and Silver

The Champion Junior X Air Plus comes in a choice of junior-friendly colours so riders can match their kit and express their personality while keeping a smart, competition-ready look:

• Black – classic, smart and ideal for shows and competitions

• Navy – traditional yet modern, works well with most jackets and cross-country colours

• Pink – fun and bold for young riders who like a bit of colour on the yard

• Silver – eye-catching and sporty, perfect for pony racing and show jumping style

All colour options share the same safety standards, ventilation and Champion build quality; the only choice is which Champion Junior X Air Plus best suits your young rider’s style.

Size Range for Growing Riders

The Champion Junior X Air Plus is available in a wide range of sizes from 00 (50–51 cm) through to size 5 (up to 62–63 cm), covering smaller children through to older teenagers. This makes it a practical option for families who want to stay within the same trusted model as their child grows.

For the best protection, riding helmets should always be fitted correctly. If you are unsure on sizing, we recommend measuring the head circumference and referring to the Champion size chart, or reading our detailed riding hat fitting guide before ordering.

Who the Champion Junior X Air Plus Is Ideal For

Thanks to its blend of safety, comfort and ventilation, the Champion Junior X Air Plus riding jockey helmet is a strong choice for:

• Pony Club and Riding Club activities

• Eventing, cross-country and hunter trials

• Show jumping and mounted games

• Lessons, hacking and general everyday riding

Parents looking for a junior helmet that meets modern safety standards, feels light to wear and offers good airflow will find the Champion Junior X Air Plus ticks all the key boxes.

FREE ECONOMY DELIVERY ON ALL UK MAINLAND ORDERS OVER £60+

How long will it take for my order to arrive?

We want to be crystal clear when it comes to managing your expectations; our website is stock managed to show you what items are available for same day dispatch and those which are externally warehoused and therefore, will take a little longer to arrive with you.

Simply make your product selections and a message will pop up telling you how long it will take us to dispatch your order; we call this our product availability message.  If you are happy with the product availability message on the item, checkout your order and we will ship your order in the timeframe stated.

If you have lots of items in your basket, please use the longest product availability message to work out when your order will arrive.  We care about our environmental impact, so we don't split ship orders unless you get in touch to request that we do so.  We will let you know on your order confirmation when we expect your order will arrive with you.

Whilst we do our best to meet the handling times stated in the product availability message, occasionally we can experience some delays in the delivery network.  At these times, a team member will email you to keep you updated on the progress of your order.

Selecting FedEx or DPD does not change our expected handling times; the service selected is always from the point of despatch not purchase.

If you do require an order urgently, please contact us before ordering to ensure we can accommodate your requirements as we hate to be party poopers!

I need my order for tomorrow

PLEASE CALL US TO ENSURE GOODS LEAVE US SAME DAY DUE TO HIGH VOLUME PROCESSING (UPDATED 21/11/2023)

If you need an item next day, please check the following:

·         It is earlier than 1pm (if it is later than this please get in touch before ordering as we may still be able to assist)

·         It is a weekday (weekdays are Monday - Friday)

·         All items on your order show a product availability message of "Express Warehouse: Despatched same / next working day"

·         You have selected FedEx or DPD as your delivery option during checkout

Delivery is the next working day (please note Saturday and Sunday are not considered working days; if you require a Saturday delivery there will be an additional charge and you will need to contact customer services prior to ordering)

If you are unsure, please call our team and we will do what we can to help you get your order promptly. 

Which couriers do you use?

Before choosing a courier, please make sure you are happy with the product availability message as these handling times apply before we ship your order.  If it doesn’t show “Express warehouse: immediate despatch”, it will not leave us on the same day you have placed the order.

We use FedEx, DPD and Royal Mail for most of our deliveries.  Some large items may come with other trusted 3rd party couriers.

Our Royal Mail economy service is usually delivered in two - three days.  You will receive a text message and an email confirming the day of delivery; Royal Mail provide a four hour time window for delivery.

FedEx and DPD are delivered next working day from point of despatch for UK mainland addresses or in two working days for Scottish Highlands, Islands, Northern Ireland, and Irish addresses.  You will receive a text message and an email confirming the day for delivery. 

Selecting FedEx or DPD does not mean your order will bypass our handling times; FedEx and DPD are from the point of despatch, not the point of purchase. 

If an item has an "Oversized goods must select FedEx" overlay on it, please ensure you select FedEx as your delivery option to avoid any delays with your order.

More information can be found on our Delivery Information page.

We’re happy to accept returns on riding hats and helmets, provided they are returned in perfect, resaleable condition. Due to the safety-critical nature of these items, it’s essential they are handled and packaged correctly.  We are quite strict on these terms and any deviation from this will result in your helmet being returned to you at your cost.

Please understand this is not a matter of being difficult; we are simply taking the necessary steps to confirm that all safety items are compliant and suitable for their intended use for all customers.

Please read carefully before sending your return:

• Riding hats MUST NOT be returned in just a bag.
  The helmet must be placed inside its original manufacturer’s box, and then enclosed within a sturdy outer box. This two-layer packaging is essential to protect the helmet from transit damage.  Never return the helmet in just the manufacturers box as it will be instantly refused.  Packing peanuts / protective packaging will have been enclosed with your delivery; please ensure the same packaging is enclosed in your return.

An example of how NOT to return your helmet:

• • Riding hats MUST NOT be returned in an insufficiently sized box.
    The helmet must be placed inside its original manufacturer’s box, and then enclosed within a sturdy outer box large enough to ensure the helmet sustains no transit damage. This two-layer packaging is essential to protect the helmet from transit damage.  Never return the helmet in just the manufacturers box as it will be instantly refused.  Packing peanuts / protective packaging will have been enclosed with your delivery; please ensure the same packaging is enclosed in your return.  Not all helmets are supplied in a manufacturer’s box. In these cases, please ensure the helmet is returned using the same packaging it was delivered in.  If a helmet is returned without our original protective packaging, or in a box that is too small or unsuitable for the shape of the helmet, the return will be refused. This is because we’re unable to guarantee the safety or integrity of the helmet during transit.

   

• Do not apply tape, labels, or postage directly to the riding hat or its branded box.
  This makes the product unsuitable for resale and will incur a 15% repackaging fee, which is non-refundable. This fee covers the cost of replacing the branded box.

• Returns sent without protective outer packaging – will be refused and returned to you at your cost, as we cannot guarantee the safety or integrity of the helmet.  If you do not pay the returns cost within 30 days, the helmet will be disposed of.

• All returned hats must be unused, unworn, and in original condition, with all tags and packaging intact.  Any signs of wear or damage will result in your return being refused.

If you’re unsure how to package your return safely, please get in touch – our team is happy to assist.