Fei rules for dressage competitions rules of the federation equestre internationale rules for international dressage. An example of the test text and diagrams for the usef first level test 2 is shown in the home page footer link diagram book examples. A current ea height certificate as outlined below, must be provided in order for a pony to be issued a dressage performance cardcompetition license. Dressage is bordered by a vast expanse of natural environmental reserve and radio tower creek.
An individual who has reached his 18th birthday as of december 1st of the current competition year. Us dressage finals the us dressage finals presented by adequan, is the first headtohead competition in dressage showcasing adult amateur and open riders at training through grand prix levels, who are us citizens. Find your dressage seat with anja beran dressage today. The event will include the open and adult amateur divisions at training through grand prix levels and all freestyles. Instructors dressage test book laminated new 2019 tests. You can view rule changes that are approved by the us equestrian board of directors during their meetings. The diagrams clearly show the gaits and patterns of each movement and the location of the transitions between gaits.
I recommend this book to every rider willing to give their horse more comfort and joy in dressage. Dressage masters takes the reader into four of the greatest training stables in the world. The national dressage rules have been updated to clarify persisting grammatical and editorial errors that have lead to misinterpretations. Sep 28, 2017 a dressage saddle requires a longer, straighter flap than a jumping saddle, plus a deeper seat and a higher cantle. Register with silverado to hear more about upcoming events, new lot releases, and community updates. As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working. Malibu style has a 18% win percentage and 50% place percentage.
Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. All other point increments an be found in the usef rulebook. Wef dressage classic wef dressage classic national show. Along with dressage, it is one of the two classic forms of english riding. The mission of the american saddlebred horse association is to promote, improve and protect the grace, intelligence and versatility of the american saddlebred, and to provide programs and services supporting our members, while fostering public awareness of the breed. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. The object of dressage is the development of the horse into a happy athlete through harmonious education. Representing, promoting, and developing horse sport and interests in canada. In an effort to address the situation, the usef dressage committee and appointees from the usdf developed the rider tests for use by riders at training, first and second levels. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year. Us equestrian magazine returned to print, with four issues reaching all members for a total of about 360,000 mailed issues, nearly doubling the circulation to 90,000 per issue shopusef. Chapter eq equitation division subchapter eq1 regulations for all seats eq100 definition the equitation division is divided into three sections. For competition purposes, in the dressage division, competitors shall compete as adults from the beginning of.
Dressage saddle selection expert advice on horse care. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook. A dressage saddle is like a wellconstructed athletic shoe that fits precisely and molds itself to the foot for maximum comfort and utility. The hunt seat is based on the tradition of fox hunting. 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. Hunt seat competition in north america includes both flat and over fences for show hunters, which judge the horses movement and form, and equitation classes, which. Morgan 20 rule tracking draft effective date proponent draft 1. Us equestrian magazine by united states equestrian federation. Riders generally shop for one saddle that will fit both themselves and a specific horse. Rawlings, va 3 nimrod, devan graham, chevy chase, ma 4 son of a. The area is a stonesthrow from the foothills and rocky mountains.
Dressage saddle selection expert advice on horse care and. Updated april 1, 2020 the purpose of this pamphlet is to assist exhibitors as well as usef dressage technical delegates, dressage judges and stewards who officiate dressage classes at any federation licensed competition. Beran is the head of the internationally renowned gut rosenhof training center in frankfurt, germany. Usef updates rulebook with extraordinary rule changes. Achieving a beautiful, effective position in every gait and movement. Equestrian by united states equestrian federation, inc. The master instructors express their philosophies and practices with regard to training horses and riders, preparing for and taking part in competitions, and the state of dressage in the united states and elsewhere in the world. Achieving a beautiful, effective position in every gait and movement beran, anja on. 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. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. Short conservative color riding coat w tie, choker, stock tie or. The usef the united states equestrian federation is the governing body for most horse sports in the united states including both dressage and eventing. The western dressage association of america is an educational not for profit with a 501c3 status.
Hunt seat is a style of forward seat riding commonly found in north american horse shows. Our primary focus is on education about and the promotion of western dressage. There is a section for the dressage horse, but also for show jumping, combined driving, endurance racing, polo, cutting, reining, sprinting sports, and chuck. This is a manual covering all aspects of dressage, by the americ.
A number of rule amendments were passed at the dressage nz conference to come into effect 1818. Us dressage finals presented by adequan and usdf dressage in the bluegrass debbie rodriguez rode hanno hanno usef first level test two aaopen scoring 68. Leading hunter owners united states equestrian federation. Please click here for the latest fei dressage rules.
Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book. The tests are designed to evaluate the proficiency of the rider relative to the requirements of the given level, without giving extra credit for the horses gaits. Achieving a beautiful, effective position in every gait and movement, german trainer and author anja beran breaks down the physical requirements of the riders seat on the horse. In order to compete, all horses must be registered with the american saddlebred registry or the canadian livestock records corporation. The title of the book very much explains what it is about the formula that will help you reach new heights with your horse. Debbie rodriguez rode hanno hanno usef first level test one aaopen scoring 67.
All tests used at usdf recognized shows are the tests listed above except for intro to dressage test a and test b. Wef dressage classic cdi 3 cdi 1 cdiy cdi j cdip cdi u25 presented by the holzer and fellows and the wef dressage classic national show official qualifying competition for the 20 adequan fei north american junior and young riders championships, the 20 usef national pony rider championships, 20 massey fergusonusef national. Fosh is the acronym for the friends of sound horses. Including updates effective january 1, 2020 d r fei champs, reg e s s test. Us equestrian magazine by united states equestrian. Trafalgar square books, and its online bookstore, is a small business based on a farm in rural vermont. Us equestrian usef has updated the usef rules for eventing with the extraordinary rule changes passed at their annual meeting. And conditioning sport horses was very technical but great for the proper ways to develop your horses muscles. Saddle seat equitation competitors also win points for stylebut in this discipline, the focus is more on the rider, including the hands, position in the saddle, attire, and the horses response to the riders use of aids.
Protective headgear is always recommended in both the competition and in the practice arena. Inarguably for a small audience, this estimable work is a classic in dressage literature and so widely admired that i first found reference to it in an article in a 2017 issue of western horseman magazine interviewing a legendary cowhorse trainer who said this was the best book on horsemanship hed ever read. Beran believes that the most important position for a dressage rider is the seat, which this book proves using illustrations, examples, photos, and results obtained by following. Please use them only as a guide to the gr and dr rules on the subjects discussed today. Other products include steady hands, soft corrections, cinch converters, crocheted hair net scrunches, adj.
Welcome to equestrian canada bienvenue chez canada equestre. Dressage in silverado is comprised of 26 rr1 lots and has been designed to cater to the custom home market. The books are printed doublesided on a rugged, waterproof, synthetic paper with permanent ink. Judges officiating these sections shall be licensed accordingly unless permitted in the rules of the specific equitation finals exception. Rules for dressage definitions of paces and movements please note these definitions have been predominantly taken from the fei rules. Us dressage finals presented by adequan and usdf dressage in the bluegrass. Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u. The organization is incorporated as a public benefit humane and education organization. Riders find the diagrams of the written tests a tremendous aid in visualizing the test and riding it correctly. Its purpose is to provide information to the public about the humane care, treatment and training of gaited horses, with a special emphasis on the tennessee walking horse, and to promote the exhibition of the flat shod and barefoot walking horse at. Dressage masters, a new book by david collins excellent. Section e as printed herein is the official version of the equine canada rules for dressage for 2016. Dressage with kyra which focuses on kyra kyrklunds training techniques. Usef 2020 3 chapter 1 definitions subchapter 1a definitions gr101 adult or senior individual 1.
Feb, 2017 in an effort to address the situation, the usef dressage committee and appointees from the usdf developed the rider tests for use by riders at training, first and second levels. Leading dressage owners the united states equestrian federation. She offers a unique perspective on the use of breath when riding and explores the need for an improved inner attitude in order to. Article 401 object and general principles of dressage 1. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. Fei pony riders and fei tests for children dark coat or club uniform coat, breeches or jodhpurs, white shirt with tie or hunting stock, gloves, boots.
As from 1 january 20 it will be compulsory for any athlete younger than 18 years of age to wear. Usef test for 4yrolds short riding coat of conservative color, with stock or tie, breeches. Its purpose is to provide information to the public about the humane care, treatment and training of gaited horses, with a special emphasis on the tennessee walking horse, and to promote the exhibition of the flat shod and barefoot. She has been training horses for 25 years and is the author of classical schooling with the horse in mind. The books are sturdy and designed to withstand outdoor use and tack box storage. February march equestrian magazine by united states.