Fei rules for dressage competitions rules of the federation equestre internationale rules for international dressage. General regulations for dressage sa effective 1 jan 2018. Usef extraordinary rule changes for dressage chronicle forums. Competitions usdf, your connection to the american dressage. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef has collaborated with the u. The standards expected at each grade of dressage are explained in rule 10. The purpose of this pamphlet is to assist usef dressage technical delegates, dressage judges and stewards who officiate dressage classes at any federation licensed competition. Dr dressage division usef 2017 chapter dr dressage division subchapter dri dressage governing regulations the pinnacle of dressage competition is the grand prix of dressage competition of the olympic games. If you are a visual person like me, it may be hard for you to memorize tests from the call sheets. New health and medical insurance benefits for us equestrian members. A standard then for our purposes is an approved and generally accepted model of something, and a rule is a guiding principle that is used as a basis for a normal requirement, or making a judgement of quality, quantity, level, grade, etc. In order to qualify for participation at the championship, an thletehorse combination must have attained a result of at least 65% from any single fei licensed dressage judge 3,4 or 5 who is part of a judging panel a single fei judges score, not overall average from the judging panel at a cdiy or at any other designated usef najyrc qualifying competition during the designated. Learn more about us equestrians rules, regulations, and related policies. The new dressage sa rules are below and effective from the 1st of april 2020.
The united states dressage federation is the only national membership organization dedicated to dressage, a method of horse training in existence since ancient greece and an olympic sport since the inception of the modern olympics in the late 1800s. A complete guide to dressage competition management, written by the usdf competition management committee. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year. As a result, the usef executive committee has approved several extraordinary rule changes for the dressage division chapter dr of the usef rule book. Feb, 2017 at some point in your dressage riders career, you will be asked to call a test for a fellow rider who is ready to go down centerline at a show. Coefficient movements double points are shaded for easy identification. Me i collected canterek change rein simple change clear, balanced, straight transitions. In order to compete, all horses must be registered with the american saddlebred registry or the canadian livestock records corporation. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. Other products include steady hands, soft corrections, cinch converters, crocheted hair net scrunches, adj. You will need access to current usef rules for use during the clinic. Feb, 2017 as a competitor, it is most helpful to read your usef rule book.
Tips for calling a dressage test expert howto for english. Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u. Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook. I would love to discuss the changes and new tests that they have come up with for 2015 effective dec. If you are new to show management, you might want to order show biz. The central washington dressage society is pleased to invite you to attend the paula helm handson saddle fitting clinic on saturday, march 28th from 10. Purpose, instructions, and collective marks extra points are explained. In a us dressage finals class, the horserider combination must obtain the necessary minimum percentage score to be named champion or reserve champion. January 15, 2015 received by february 9, 2015 midnight eastern time official prize list for the carousel connection at longwood farm i and ii licensed by the united states equestrian federation february 21. Scoring at dressage schooling shows dressage today. It is not just rules but very detailed descriptions of each movement and the criteria that should be met to make a sufficient or better score. We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985, and since then have continued to strive to produce highquality equestrian books and videos for the good of the horse. Easy to read text and graphic diagrams of the 2019 usef second level tests 1,2,3.
A closed book exam will be administered as part of the certification. Instructors dressage test book laminated new 2019 tests. Dressage sa national dressage rules effective 1 april 2020. Although the rules are written for usef licensed usdf recognized shows, most schooling shows follow the rules although there are exceptions if you have a question, ask the show manager or secretary. Please be advised that the usef dressage department only gives advisory opinions, not binding opinions, regarding the rules since ultimately it is the federation hearing committee which applies facts and. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. The event will include a lecture and demonstration that will be held at sue biskos barn at 12383 vantage highway in ellensburg. Officials must be familiar with dr120 and dr121 in the 2010 usef rule book, plus the accompanying photos and drawings. Trafalgar square books, and its online bookstore, is a small business based on a farm in rural vermont. The section on dressage is helpful information that spells out what is expected from the horse and rider in the dressage tests at each level. These rule changes, primarily impacting saddlery and errorspenalties, are effective immediately.
The dress code for all dressage tests and classes through fourth level see. A copy of the usef rules may be obtained from their web site free of charge. In order to compete in any jumper classes at licensed competitions as an exhibitor, rider, trainer, or hisher agents, a person must be an active member of the united states hunter jumper association, inc. The usef bylaws, general rules, and dressage rules are found here on the usef website. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. Become a dressagetest reader extraordinaire dressage today. United states equestrian federation 4001 wing commander way lexington, ky 40511 p. Dressage in the united states has rules governed by us equestrian usef. Usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard equine medical institute chapter jp jumper division subchapter jp1 general jp100 eligibility 1.
Feb 22, 2017 calling a dressage test for a friend can help to give her confidence so she performs at her best. A trusted reader standing at the side of the arena allows a rider to concentrate on the movement shes performing without worrying about forgetting what comes next. Elimination total score final score in % marks from 0 to 10, decimals allowed e. Guidelines for dressage bits by united states equestrian. Usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard euine medical institute chapter ev eventing division subchapter ev1 general rules for all eventing competitions ev101 introduction 1. Rules and standards then can effectively guide the development of the discipline of western dressage in. An eventing competition includes one or more tests from the following branches of equitation.
Equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on usef. Usef morgan rules american morgan horse association. May be shared with friends, students, and trainers. Sep 09, 2018 the idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events.
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