Jul 22, 2019 dressage rule myths, busted i spent the weekend at a dressage show with work and was struck by the number of competitors who were totally unfamiliar with usefs rules about attire and tack. I am getting the impression that most of the aa members are resigned about the aa situation just suck it up. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book. 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. It seemed to me that the usdf deferred to the usef as the final authority. I was told that while the jumpers could have padding that they were not allowed in dressage. The 2015 united states equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on. We should establish a section in the standing rules for western dressage. Athletes wishing to file a grievance challenging a denial or threatened denial to participate in competition, please see the athletes guide to filing a grievance regarding opportunity to participate and grievance form. Each horserider combination who opts to participate and buy entry into the 123 challenge must declare for the 123 challenge at a usef level and then ride each test of that level throughout the competition weekend minimum of one test.
We might increase participation and membership by offering this in schooling shows. Protective headgear is defined as helmets made to astm american society for testing and. This show will be conducted and judged in accordance with the rules and regulations of the current usef rule book. Apr 04, 2017 when i was updating the article, i was interested to note a couple big changes. These rules are carefully and sometimes densely worded but definitely worth the read.
Freestyle music dressage to music international society. One was that the head gear controversy was finally settled for good with the requirement that all riders at usefdressage shows wear approved helmets. And now, at the midyear meeting of the united states equestrian federation usef, the board of directors approved a rule change proposal, effective december 1, 20. Usef members must provide proof of current membership usef card or copy thereof either with the entry form or when checking in at the show office. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. For procedural guidance for filing a grievance, please contact emily pratt at email protected.
For our members who desire to have a printed rule book, the united states equestrian federation usef is pleased to announce an additional option for printing the rule book. The 2015 tests will be effective december 1, 2014 through november 30, 2018. Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc. Sarah gilbert, paralegal email protected 8592252022. Effective august 1, 2011 for 2012 semifinals and thereafter. Usef passes new safety helmet rules for eventing and dressage. United states dressage federation usef international discipline association 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. The united states equestrian federation usef executive committee approved an extraordinary rule change in the morgan division of the usef rule book on march 21, 2011, requiring exhibitors in leadline classes to wear protective headgear at all times while mounted, effective immediately. Western dressage tests are available, and differ from the standard usef dressage tests. As someone who reads dr 120 and dr 121 several times as week, im more familiar with the rules than most, i suppose. The effective date of membership is the date on which the application and correct dues are received by the usef of. If we read in the fei dressage rule book it specifically lists freedom and regularity of the paces emphasis added as the first things of importance.
General regulations for dressage sa effective 1 jan 2018. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book, plus the accompanying photos. These little rules are not in the usef rule book either. Understand the usef equine drug testing rules expert howto. Beginning with the 2008 competition year, the entire usef rule book will be available on a convenient usb flash drive commonly known as a memory stick. Usef rule book now available on amazon horses daily. As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working.
Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. All esdcta dressage schooling shows are conducted according to the usef rules for dressage competitions, with exceptions as noted here. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. Starting in 2011, the usef rules for dressage, section dr120. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. Here we quote the 2011 usef rule book for dressage attire, and follow the rule with. Every class offered herein is covered by the rules and specifications of the current usef rule book and will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith. Live stream events usef network live and ondemand coverage with over 2,000 hours of content video lessons educational learning center videos featuring elite athletes, trainers, and industry experts. Usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. Usef passes dressage and eventing helmet rules expert. The unwritten rules of dressage test riding dressage today. Dressage in the united states has rules governed by us equestrian usef. Other products include steady hands, soft corrections, cinch converters, crocheted hair net scrunches, adj.
Dress page dr21 state that all riders must wear protective headgear while mounted unless they are riding in only psg through gps classes and are over 18 years old. Jul 31, 20 it has been exciting to watch the evolution of the new sport of western dressage and rewarding for so many to see it finally be recognized at national levels. Western dressage is now a recognized usef sportget the. While the usef rule book is heavy going, its easily ac. The united states eventing association usea helped shepherd the rule change. Lexington, ky those usef members who wish to receive a 2008 usef rule book now have a choice of formats.
Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u. Except for usefusdf championship classes and for fei pony riders, fei junior, fei young rider and fei paraequestrian freestyles, in order to enter a freestyle class of any level, a horserider combination must have received a minimum score of 63% for training through fourth levels and 60% for fei levels. These rules may be used only by usef licensed competitions or with the. Rules are in the morgan chapter in the usef rule book. The rules published in this rule book are subject to additions or. A safe return to competition watch ondemand usdf best practices. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year. The object of dressage is the harmonious development of the. United states equestrian federation 4001 wing commander way lexington, ky 40511 p. Org 2012 usef rule book dressage division chapter dr usef 2012 dr21 dr dressage dr120 dress. Strict adherence to united states equestrian federation usef dress code rules applies, though youll find subtle ways to suit your individual taste through fabric choices and finely detailed clothing accents. Oct 04, 2017 education starts with understanding what is and isnt legal.
Usef rule book dr 101 dressage is considered classical training because it uses gymnastic exercises a series of movements and figures which have been studied and developed for centuries. A current copy of the usef rulebook where the most recent rule changes are highlighted in red is available on the usef website some of the most common questions pertaining to rules are explained briefly here. A hard copy usef rule book may be obtained by contacting usef at 859 2582472 and is also available on a flash drive. These shows follows all current usef rules and uses current dressage tests, it is the competitors responsibility to be informed. Instructors dressage test book laminated new 2019 tests. Dressage diagrams usef tests 2011 the dressage directory. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef h. Summer dressage competition morven park international equestrian center, 41793 tutt lane, leesburg, va 20176 manager.
When you read the rule book on the usdf website, it takes you to the usef page where you can download pdf files. 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. Its been a long time coming, but personally, i think this makes sense. Text has been taken directly from the usef rules for eventing with emphasis added by the usea. Except for usef usdf championship classes and for fei pony riders, fei junior, fei young rider and fei paraequestrian freestyles, in order to enter a freestyle class of any level, a horserider combination must have received a minimum score of 63% for training through fourth levels and 60% for fei levels.
By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials. Before entering a dressage competition, study the rule book carefully. The usea is a nonprofit 501c3, educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. So why, you might ask, is there so much irregularity of the paces in the sport of dressage. The only time youll now see a top hat at a dressage show in the u. As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working under a. This initiative is sponsored by the hagyard equine medical institute. Minutes nmda board of directors new mexico dressage association. Please contact the usopc athlete ombudsman office at 719 8665000, or email. Read all about it general rules 401 through 4 outline the procedures for testing and enforcement and explain in general what is and isnt permitted. The dress code for training through fourth levels is a short riding coat of conservative color, with tie, choker or stock tie, white or lightcolored breeches or jodhpurs, boots or jodhpur boots. Jul 04, 2011 thats right, it even comes before lightness, harmony, engagement, impulsion and submission. Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing.
The object of dressage is the harmonious development of the physique and ability of the horse. Bound and printed copies of the three sections of the usef rule book general rules, breeds, and disciplines may now be ordered through amazon. Short conservative color coat wtie, choker or stock tie, white or light colored breeches or jodhpurs, boots or jodhp boots. As an equestrian sport defined by the international equestrian federation, dressage is the highest expression of horse training. Bod 82916 effective 12116 ev106 entries withdrawals see also gr909. Competitions existing prior to december 1, 2011, each competition so affected may be pro. Last year while i was in wellington i asked the td about ear bonnets. Correct attire for the dressage ring training through. Understand the usef equine drug testing rules expert how. The ears needed to collapse when removed from the horse was how she put it.
The pinnacle of dressage competition is the grand prix of dressage competition of the olympic games. When the dressage exercises are done systematically and correctly, the. Dressage sa national dressage rules effective 1 april 2020. Since 1989, the purpose of the nshr has been to promote the breeding and showing of the national show horse, to increase its popularity and participation within the general public through innovative programs, to maintain a registry with the highest standards of ethics and commitment, to promote youth and amateur programs. Keep informed of all rule changes by reading usefs monthly publication, equestrian. Fall of horse or rider now means elimination, which it didn.