Platinum performanceusef show jumping talent search us. Usef updates rulebook with extraordinary rule changes. Video tape may not be used to dispute a judges decision. 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. Brocks major victories with rosevelt include winning the 2014 cdi3 grand prix and grand prix special at dressage at devon. Usef licensed officials technical delegates, dressage and. Live stream events usef network live and ondemand coverage with over 2,000 hours of content. We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. All rules pertaining to usef judges can be found in the usef rule book. Following the usef midyear board of directors meeting this week in lexington, ky. The following is only a small portion of the rules. Bone up on dressage rule dr 120, dress, in the usef rule book online at. All updated texts, showing the latest changes, can be found under approved rule changes in the rule book section of the usef website, and listed in the links below.
By clicking any link on this page you are giving your consent for us to set cookies. Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing. Olympic dressage rider laura graves teaches four techniques to calm a spooky horse. Georges, intermediate, grand prix, and paraequestrian, are available online for download at usdf welcomes input on all dressage tests. 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.
Fei and usef rules on drugs and therapies before competition. All esdcta dressage schooling shows are conducted according to the usef. For more information, refer to the usef rule book available at usef website. Or refer to the dressage division in the usef rule book what is a pony. If you have any questions about points please visit the points inquiry page for more information. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information displayed, united states equestrian federation, inc. Chapter eq equitation division subchapter eq1 regulations for all seats eq100 definition the equitation division is divided into three sections. As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working under a flexible work plan for our staff. There must be no music incorporated in to the video you must be able to hear the natural sounds of the test.
The idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. For more information about the sport of dressage, please visit the united states dressage federation and us equestrians dressage page. Us equestrian federation dressage tests usef rule book. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or. 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. 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. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. A current copy of the usef rulebook where the most recent rule changes are. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. 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. Usef morgan rules american morgan horse association. Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. This video is a bit long but is a great chance to brush up on the rules before the show.
Watch olympic dressage rider allison brocks expert visualization techniques for your dressage test. Dressage in the united states has rules governed by us equestrian usef. The hard copy is available to order from interesting in submitting a rule change proposal. 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. 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. No, the judge must be a useflicensed 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. 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.
Promoting and encouraging a high standard of accomplishment in dressage throughout the united states, primarily through educational programs. As an organisation and a governing body, we are passionate about our sport. Videos that are submitted with no sound will be rejected. This competition is a designated observation event for determining the 2016 u. Tips on visualizing your dressage test us equestrian usef. Uniting the equestrian community by ensuring fairness, safety, and enjoyment since 1917.
Us equestrians new learning center with video lessons from many of the top professionals in equestrian sports, usef network, us equestrian magazine, equestrian weekly newsletter, memberperks, safesport training and much more. The written test usually takes place on the evening prior to the oral examination and practical testing. Fei judges are required at all international fei dressage competitions and may officiate at usef licensedusdfrecognized competitions. Rebecca hart and annie peavy, both members of the u. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book. The united states equestrian federation usef will be represented by five athleteandhorse combinations at cdi4 roosendaal in the netherlands, june 15, 2016.
So i am asking this question to see if anyone has any experience with using these and if theyve been permitted. The official guide of the united states dressage federation bryant, jennifer o. Or, stop by any of our retail stores to speak with a dover saddlery product adviser. For more the most complete and current information on pony measurement, please view the usef pony measurement faq page by clicking here. A copy of the usef rules may be obtained from their web site free of charge. All esdcta dressage schooling shows are conducted according to the usef rules for dressage competitions, with exceptions as noted here. Usef licensed dressage judges must be selected from the current roster of licensed dressage judges. Pony usdf, your connection to the american dressage. The usef bylaws, general rules, and dressage rules are found here on the usef website. All classes are run under the general rules of the usef unless otherwise specified. Please note that for usdfbc series finals classes, two.
For members who do not participate in usef licensed competitions as. As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working. Correct attire for the dressage ring training through fourth levels for more assistance or to request a catalog call 18009891500. It is intended as an information resource for clubs, dressage results,chat,arena diagrams, instructors,tests, warmblood horses, and tack saddles for international dressage enthusiasts. If a whip is carried in the crosscountry andor jumping test, or while jumping any obstacle before these tests, it must not be weighted at the end or exceed 75cm 30. This helps to ensure that the horse and rider build the strong foundation required for the skills needed at higher levels. This edition of the 2016 usef rule book contains the discipline chapters of carriage pleasure driving cp.
Although many competitors seem to think that certain colors are either mandated or forbidden, the usef attire rules dont actually spell out much regarding color. Dr127 usefusdf qualifying and championship classes and federation. Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc. These star levels represent the level of difficulty of the class and the points available to be earned differ by level. Us equestrian usef has updated the usef rules for eventing with the extraordinary rule changes passed at their annual meeting last week. The official guide of the united states dressage federation.
Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. 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. Usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. Video lessons educational learning center videos featuring elite athletes, trainers, and industry experts.
National governing body for equestrian sport in the united states. Due to precautionary measures being taken to limit the potential exposure to the covid19 virus, the usdf office will be operating at a more limited capacity, which may result in some delays in response and processing times. In order to compete, all horses must be registered with the american saddlebred registry or the canadian livestock records corporation. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices download from the apple app store. A horse trained by you or by a member of your family. The dressage directory is a dressage directory and link list site to pages containing equestrian and classical horse information. Judges officiating these sections shall be licensed accordingly unless permitted in the rules of the specific equitation finals exception. International combined driving competitor misdee wrigley miller details the three phases of combined driving competition. This video was filmed as part of the robert dover horsemastership program in wellington, florida in 2015. Schooling show rules idcta idcta illinois dressage. Tips on visualizing your dressage test us equestrian. For a copy of the full 2017 rule book click the link below.
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. If you are entering a recognized competition, you are responsible for understanding. Watch olympic dressage medalist laura graves demonstrate four ways to calm your spooky horse. An eventing competition includes one or more tests from the following branches of equitation. Watch our panel of experts discuss what is involved in the sport of paraequestrian dressage and outline the pathway for athletes to become involved in local, national, and international competition through resources such as the nationwide network of usef uspea centers of excellence.
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