General regulations for dressage sa effective 1 jan 2018. Saddlery and equipment for a complete explanation of permitted saddlery and equipment as well as pictures of all permitted bits. A member of the usef international high performance dressage committee, she also teaches judges training programs nationwide. The rules are a great place to start for all the information you need to know to compete in affiliated dressage, including what you and your horse are allowed to wear, what the judges are looking for and how to qualify for all the different championships. 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. Due to its location in the rule book, a portion of the approved rule change tracking 32218. Dressage ireland clg rule book 2019 january 2019 dressage ireland clg rule book 2019 note these rules cannot provide for every eventuality. Congratulations new 2019 usdf l education program graduates.
Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. The rules are revised once a year and come into effect on 1 december. Reference the official fei dressage test score sheet to see how judges will mark the users performance understand the rules for dressage events as pdfs of related rule books are provided for reference on topics such as movement definitions, competition rules, dress attire, judging and veterinary inspection. Fei world cup driving rules 20192020 clean version.
On the ignorance of noseband tightness and vague fei noseband. Dressage ireland clg rule book 2019 dressage ireland clg rule. Five judges, positioned around the outside of the 20meterby60meter 21. In no way does this booklet supersede the most current usef rule book. Judging a dressage test, by stephen clarke, fei judge. If there is no rule to deal specifically with a particular circumstance, or if the nearest interpretation of the pertinent rule would result in an obvious injustice, dnz will look to the fei rules for dressage for guidance. Janet foy is an fei 4 and usef s dressage judge and an r sporthorse breed judge. The ea dressage rule book current available in hard copy from the ea national office ph 02 8762 7777 or download from ea national website. Dressage judge janet foy on what she looks for at first level. Music fills the air on fourth day of 2019 us dressage finals presented by adequan a long journey pays off on third day of 2019 us dressage finals presented by adequan a victory thats all in the family on second day. Dressage judging guidelines, directives and information guidelines for the marking of fundamental mistakes in dressage movements published 19042017. The course leaders were badminton director hugh thomas, course designer giuseppe della chiesa and senior fei dressage and eventing judge, christophe hess.
The process of becoming a dressage judge takes a lot of time and commitment but this is necessary to ensure quality judging. Stephen clarke brings his extensive expertise to a demonstration of judging a m level test. For more details, please visit the links below and make sure you are aware of the latest amendments of the fei endurance rules. 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. Dressage ireland has over 60 listed judges who perform this vital role. Fei world cup driving rules 20192020 mark up version. The peak body for equestrian sports in australia, equestrian australia, is welcomed as a sponsor of the first national safety conference for horse spo. Yes we need rules, the rules are black and white, but we must not forget we have a horse. On the ignorance of noseband tightness and vague fei.
Please click here for the latest fei dressage rules. Fei books library fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging dressage as a sport is growing rapidly. British dressage competition rules british dressage. Athored by some of the most experienced fei dressage judges, this new bible will prove invaluable not only for the education of dressage judges but also to riders and trainers at all levels. All judges dressage diagram books dressage illustrated. Beaulieu dressage classic dressage gold circuit quebec. The chief executive or judges complaints panel will hear any complaint pursuant to these rules.
A general regulations b breeds c driving d eventing. Short mini clip from a full feature video found on dto. Dressage illustrated for judges and riders anytime anywhere. Judges give scores from 1 to 10 half points are also allowed for a predetermined set of movements, which increase in difficulty as the horse and rider moves up the levels. Both the ea and fei rule books state how an exercise should be performed. The highest level of modern competition is at the grand prix level. A noseband is required for dressage competitions unless prior approval to ride without one has been obtained. Show results begin in 2010 season 20 2020 dressage detective dressage detective is in no way affiliated with usdf, usef, or the fei horse show organizations. Dressage competitions consist of a series of individual tests with an increasing level of difficulty. Protective headgear is always recommended in both the competition and in the practice arena.
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. Athletes therefore can study the description of the paces, movements and figures and be sure that they are on the correct path to international competition, which is governed by the fei. From 112018 the only fei tests which are valid and to be used by clubs and organising committees are the fei tests as in the link below. In any unforeseen or exceptional circumstances, it is the duty of the relevant officials to make a decision in a sporting spirit, approaching as near as possible the intention of these rules. Janet foy fei dressage judge explains what the judge wants to see at second level. It is the duty of those responsible for making a final determination to make a. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials. For more details, please visit the links below and make sure you are aware of the latest amendments of the fei jumping rules. Any fei rule amendments that alter the following fei rules will be effective when published by the fei. Please click here for the latest fei dressage rules 20 fei world dressage challenge rules. 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.
See the example of the riders and judges diagrams available in the home page footer. Jun 16, 2018 anne qualified as an fei judge at a threeday course at luhmuhlen cic three star, eight years ago. The fei code of conduct for the welfare of the horse states that tack must be designed and fitted to avoid the risk of injury and pain and based on it, the dressage rule book regulates in article 428 saddlery that a cavesson noseband must never be as tightly fixed so as to harm the horse. Many countries throughout the world are interested in training and competing as all levels, even at the highest.
Fei dressage world cup pal 20202021 markup version. Feb 27, 2019 janet foy is an fei 4 and usef s dressage judge and an r sporthorse breed judge. Fei rules outline the standards for each gait and element of the dressage test. Of particular interest will be the noas and the notes for dressage judges sections of the rules. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. Dressage ireland clg rule book 2019 dressage ireland clg. Usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. Anne qualified as an fei judge at a threeday course at luhmuhlen cic three star, eight years ago. Every class offered herein is covered by the rules and specifications of the 2017 rules of equestrian canada and will be held and judged in accordance with. The first edition of the fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging is now available for order from the fei headquarters. Fei dressage world cup pal 20192020 mark up version.
Members remain subject to such provisions when participating in any event affiliated to a foreign national federation or to the fei. Eventing dressage judging refer to annex k in the dressage rule book and annex h k in the eventing rule book accelerated rider pathways refer to rule 12. Ec adheres strictly to the fei dressage terminology. The fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging order from ea national ph 02 8762 7777. Fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging now available. The most accomplished horse and rider teams perform fei tests, written by the international equestrian governing body called the federation equestre internationale or fei. As an organisation and a governing body, we are passionate about our sport. These books are optimized and produced for use by dressage judges.
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. Download fei equitests 3 dressage and enjoy it on your iphone. The fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging will assist. Judges may not mark or deduct points for an error for any reason other than. The new dressage sa rules are below and effective from the 1st of april 2020. To book any regional training please go to the regional training pages central region eastern region. This section gives you access to all the documents, information you need to accomplish your role as officials inside the equestrian world. Dressage sa national dressage rules effective 1 april 2020.
Our charter is to develop and administer the technical aspects of dressage in wa and promote education, training and competition at all levels. Fei wbfsh dressage world breeding championship for young horses. Therefore, it is important that all of us involved in the sport think and speak the same technical language and have the same foundation of basic principles. The courses are subsidised by national governing bodies, in annes case, british eventing.
Section e as printed herein is the official version of the equestrian canada rules for dressage for 2017. Judges are still guided by the fei objective that dressage is the development of the horse. Author of the book dressage for the notsoperfect horse, she is based in colorado springs, colorado. Dressage wa is a voluntary, sport discipline subcommittee of equestrian western australia. Fei dressage nations cup rules 2020 mark up version. Many people use their background as a rider or a trainer in dressage to progress into a career in judging. Reference the official fei dressage test score sheet to see how judges will mark the. In addition to federation, fei and usdf tests, dressage competitions may use. To book any quest, associated champ and dressage anywhere events quest and associated champs for under 21 viewing days u21 international. The usea is a nonprofit 501c3, educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. Fei dressage world cup nal 20192020 mark up version. To book youth academies, training and youth assessor coach training bd youth to book steward training stewards to book any quest, associated champ and dressage anywhere events quest and associated champs for under 21 viewing days u21 international.
All esdcta dressage schooling shows are conducted according to the usef rules for dressage competitions, with exceptions as noted here. Dressage judge information guide additional options. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book. Suppenkasper named adequanusdf grand prix horse of the year. Did you know you can now renew your judges membership quickly and easily online, click the renew now button below to get started with your renewal. For all cdi events please use the fei dressage tests located on the link below. Advice for riding and judging an fei dressage freestyle.
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