Usef rule book dressage

Twoworlds together dressage summit 2020 brings the best. If you are unclear about whether you qualify as an amateur or profes. Chapter eq equitation division subchapter eq1 regulations for all seats eq100 definition the equitation division is divided into three sections. The usef rule book states that the main contact with the horses mouth must be through the snaffle bit. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book. The following is only a small portion of the rules. The top two finishers in each medal finals division are named the years dressage seat medal finals national champion and reserve champion. Chapter 11 aha recognized qualifying shows and events b. Or refer to the dressage division in the usef rule book what is a pony.

Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u. As a competitor, it is most helpful to read your usef rule book. Divisions jryr, aa, open may be run concurrently as one class. For a copy of the full 2017 rule book click the link below. It began on january 20, 1917, as the association of american horse shows, later changed to the american horse shows association ahsa. Sarah gilbert, paralegal email protected 8592252022.

So i am asking this question to see if anyone has any experience with using these and if theyve been permitted. Shows and events listed in the schedules are run under dressage ireland rules and competitors must either be full members of dressage ireland or obtain a temporary membership. Usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. For rules not covered in the usef rulebook in regard to arabian competitions, the following chapters of the current aha handbook govern. They were devised through a collaborative effort on the part of member feedback, the evaluation of respected horse people and equine organization and then revised and edited by a special division of our education committee. The dressage horse, pp 89 training advice lateral movements should only be practiced for a relatively short time, now and then interrupted by some energetic. Thanks to last years rule change bringing the eventing amateur rule in line with the general rule see usef rule change brings eventers amateurs back into the fold, the amateur rule now applies universally across usef disciplines. If you are entering a recognized competition, you are. The usef bylaws, general rules, and dressage rules are found here on the usef website. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. The confederation does not prevent amateur riders from earning prize money. Yes, the usef board of directors voted to add a new discipline to the rule book and in the process welcomed a new recognized affiliate. It is the competitors responsibility to check the current usef rule book for any changes. Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events.

In the case of conflicting verbiage, the current online usef rule book will supersede this document. 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. The dress code for all dressage tests and classes through fourth level with some. Dressage in the united states has rules governed by us equestrian usef. Is western dressage reflected in the usef rule book. Updated march 22, 2019 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.

Schooling show rules idcta idcta illinois dressage. For the definition of amateur status, please refer to the usef rules for eventing, appendix 3. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. Judges officiating these sections shall be licensed accordingly unless permitted in the rules of the specific equitation finals exception. The finals will be held at paragon cdi3estes park, co august 20.

The rulebook appendices and dressage tests rules for the 2020 competition year. In order to compete, all horses must be registered with the american saddlebred registry or the canadian livestock records corporation. A current copy of the usef rulebook where the most recent rule changes are. But the rules as set by the fei and the usef are unequivocal about whats at the end of the reins in recognized dressage competition. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office.

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. Usef extraordinary rule changes for dressage chronicle. Dressage summit 2019 presents thoughtprovoking discussions and demonstrations on how these two worlds converge to enhance the training of the happy and healthy dressage horse. Dressing by the rules interpretations of the conservative colors the usef recommends for coats at most levels of dressage competition are getting more liberal, but acceptance should not be the only consideration when assembling a show outfit. Getting technical with dressage attire dressage today. Live stream events usef network live and ondemand coverage with over 2,000 hours of content. Pony usdf, your connection to the american dressage. Somewhere in my head i thought i read back in decjan that usef specifically changed the rules to allow the fly bonnets with neoprene lined ears in competition. Click here for the 2019 leadline test additional information located on the usea and usdf. 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. Anyone competing in a confederationlicensed show as an amateur must meet the requirements outlined in usef gr 6.

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. According to the usef rule book, the object and general principles of dressage calls for the development of the horse into a happy athlete through harmonious education. Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing. Likewise, the double bridle with both curb and snaffle bits is mandatory for feirecognized shows. The dressage ireland rule book 2019 can be found at the bottom of this page for download. Usef updates rulebook with extraordinary rule changes. Scoring at dressage schooling shows dressage today. In order to compete in any western dressage class at a federation licensed competition, as an exhib itor, rider, trainer, or hisher agents, a person must be an active member of the western dressage association of america or pay a nonmember fee to the western dressage association of america. Promoting and encouraging a high standard of accomplishment in dressage throughout the united states, primarily through educational programs. Usef follows all fei bitting rules, so this would affect regular horse trials. Effective december 1, 20, western dressage will be removed from the morgan chapter of the usef rule book and become an independent discipline with its own. Please note that for usdfbc series finals classes, two. The hard copy is available to order from interesting in submitting a rule change proposal.

All rules pertaining to usef judges can be found in the usef rule book. The rules may have changed from the current usef rule book. Due to its location in the rule book, a portion of the approved rule. Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc. Usef western dressage division webpage contains all information for usef. Fei wbfsh dressage world breeding championship for young horses. The united states equestrian federation usef or us equestrian is the national governing body for most equestrian sports in the united states. Usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard euine medical institute chapter ev eventing division subchapter ev1 general rules for all eventing competitions ev101 introduction 1. Usef follows most, but not all, fei bitting rules, and the dr bristol is the notable exception. The idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year.

Current rules can be found on 60 awards for national classes. Also, thenational rules are usef eventing rules, not usea eventing rules. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. 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. A copy of the usef rules may be obtained from their web site free of charge. Usef rule book dr111 many riders collapse the inside hip which then actually loads the outside seat bone thus making it easy for the horse to lose his takt rhythm. 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 dressage ireland rule book 2019 supersedes all previous rules. Rules and standards then can effectively guide the development of the discipline of western dressage in. Scores from opportunity classes will not count toward usef or usdf awards or programsty may be restricted to adult amateurs, but then the rider must either have amateur statu. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. Horses are limited to a maximum of three dressage rides per day at fourth. These rule changes, primarily impacting saddlery and errorspenalties, are effective immediately. An eventing competition includes one or more tests from the following branches of equitation.

In dressage, however, one applies for an amateur card at 22, rather than 18, and reining categorizes. External resources and links nebraska dressage association. 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. Video lessons educational learning center videos featuring elite athletes, trainers, and industry experts. For more the most complete and current information on pony measurement, please view the usef pony measurement faq page by clicking here. Fei dressage nations cup rules 2020 mark up version. No, the judge must be a usef licensed dressage sport horse breeding dshb judge or a currently licensed foreign fei dressage judge with an usef guest card or an approved foreign breeding expert with a usef guest card. Guidelines for dressage bits by united states equestrian. Exclusive access us equestrian magazine, search full standings, results, horse reports and more. 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. As a result, the usef executive committee has approved several extraordinary rule changes for the dressage division chapter dr of the usef rule book.