To avoid the nonmember fees at usef shows, you must join the organization. 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. New usef vaccination rule for recognized shows central. 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. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef h. Usef formerly ahsa has no reciprocal membership agreement with cds. Guidelines for dressage bits by united states equestrian. The finals will be held at paragon cdi3estes park, co august 20. 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.
Following the usef midyear board of directors meeting this week in lexington, ky. A hard copy usef rule book may be obtained by contacting usef at 859 2582472 and is also available on a flash drive. Correct attire for the dressage ring training through fourth levels for more assistance or to request a catalog call 18009891500. For members who do not participate in usef licensed competitions as. In dressage, however, one applies for an amateur card at 22, rather than 18, and reining categorizes.
Usdfusef recognized shows level 2 usef competitions noda. Suppenkasper named adequanusdf grand prix horse of the year. Examples of the 201922 usef dressage tests can be found at the end of this section. A current copy of the usef rulebook where the most recent rule changes are highlighted in red is available on the usef website. All esdcta dressage schooling shows are conducted according to the usef rules for dressage competitions, with exceptions as noted here. Usef rule changes that were passed by effective date and presented at the 2017 uphaasha convention.
Usefwdaa attire and equipment guide the purpose of this usefwdaa attire and equipment guide is to provide an explanation for and additional information about the appointments attire and tack allowed under the usef western dressage division and wdaa rules, chapter 5. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. 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. The rulebook appendices and dressage tests rules for the 2020 competition year. Congratulations new 2019 usdf l education program graduates. Currently, the status of riders and drivers competing the saddlebred division is determined by placings at only usef licensed competitions. Divisions jryr, aa, open may be run concurrently as one class.
Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing. Dressage tests serve as a measure of the horse and riders schooling. Usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book. Usef rule book now available on amazon horses daily. As to rule making, usdf has a great deal of input into the rules for dressage. As we transition to this modified format, there may be interruptions to service. This rule will expand the way in which status is determined by allowing placings at non usef licensed competitions to also affect rider and driver status. At federation licensed competitions, the c2 steward, or the person who is under the direction of the. Usef approves equine welfarerelated rule changes the horse. This rule will expand the way in which status is determined by allowing placings at nonusef licensed competitions to also affect rider and driver status. The usef announced a new vaccination rule that will impact individuals that compete in recognized shows. It is a shameful piece of junk not worthy to be called a rule book. Is western dressage reflected in the usef rule book. Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook.
Judges will award good marks from 010 for each movement and for each collective mark, with 0 being the lowest mark and 10 being the highest. Dressage sa national dressage rules effective 1 april 2020. Discover dressage usefusdf emerging athlete program. Dressage in the united states has rules governed by us equestrian usef. 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. This helps to ensure that the horse and rider build the strong foundation required for the skills needed at higher levels. In fact, it is the tradition of the competition arena that riders be correctly dressed. Practices to the usef rule book which will take effect dec. Please click on each shows button for specific information pertinent to each show. Usef usdf dressage tests are now available and published online through usdf here. The purpose is to assist us young riders make the transition to senior gran prix competitors. Horses are not to have been professionally trained for a period of one year immediately prior to the competition riding and driving instruction for the owner to be excluded.
May 08, 2017 usef passes horse welfare rule changes. Alternative, western, and gaitedhorse dressage faqs. A copy of the usef rules may be obtained from their web site free of charge. Upon registration for a show, each competitor will need to provide proof that their horse was vaccinated within 6 months of entrance to the competition. Guidelines for judging dressage seat equitation classes. Protective headgear is always recommended in both the competition and in the practice arena. In the case of conflicting verbiage, the current online usef rule book will supersede this document. Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. It is the competitors responsibility to check the current usef rule book for any changes. 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. A copy of the current rule book for your discipline. General regulations for dressage sa effective 1 jan 2018. Correct attire for the hunter ring a neat, clean and traditional appearance will give you a competitive edge in the hunter ring.
For a copy of the full 2017 rule book click the link below. 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. As a competitor, it is most helpful to read your usef rule book. The discover dressage usefusdf emerging athlete program has released the updated list of athleteandhorse combinations selected to participate in the program. At the united states equestrian federation usef board of directors midyear meeting on july 22, some significant rule and bylaw changes were brought to the table, the federation announced july 29. 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. Usefusdf sdcta entries received by closing closing date. 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. Fei dressage world cup pal 20192020 mark up version. Each level builds upon the preceding levels principles. Due to its location in the rule book, a portion of the approved rule. Officials must be familiar with dr120 and dr121 in the 2010 usef rule book, plus the accompanying photos and drawings. Usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. The intent of moving the language is to limit the language in chapter 10 to rules versus how.
Whidbey equestrian center benefit dressage show june 6. The purpose of this pamphlet is to assist usef dressage technical delegates, dressage judges and stewards who officiate dressage classes at any federation licensed competition. In addition, horses are not to be exhibited, prepared, groomed or. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. The rules may have changed from the current usef rule book.
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. The discover dressage usef usdf emerging athlete program has released the updated list of athleteandhorse combinations selected to participate in the program. Riders must be usef active members in good standing. Or, stop by any of our retail stores to speak with a dover saddlery product adviser. 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. 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. Usef rulebook competeresourcesformsrulesregulationsrulebook. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. 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 rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. Starting january 1, 2019, if you are a usef competing member 18 years of age or older you are required to complete the core safe sport training within 30 days of activating your membership if you do not complete the training, you are ineligible to participate in all usef activities including competitions. What is usdfs position on western and gaitedhorse dressage. This initiative is sponsored by the hagyard equine medical institute. The brentina cup championship is conducted under the auspices of the federation rule book.
All classes are run under the general rules of the usef unless otherwise specified. The new dressage sa rules are below and effective from the 1st of april 2020. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. 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. I have been asked to judge western andor gaitedhorse dressage classes or am interested in competition. Before entering a dressage competition, study the rule book carefully. Click here for the 2019 leadline test additional information located on the usea and usdf websites. Some of the most common questions pertaining to rules are explained briefly here. Fei dressage world cup pal 20202021 markup version. Current rules can be found on 60 awards for national classes. Licensed officials task force proposed rule change system.
The top two finishers in each medal finals division are named the years dressage seat medal finals national champion and reserve champion. The united states equestrian federation takes seriously its role as a governing body for equestrian sport and implements programs and policies to protect human and equestrian athletes. Western dressage is now a recognized usef sportget the. Qualifier classes use the usef young adult brentina cup test. Please refer to fei dressage rules directly for permitted saddleryequipment in fei. A document containing suggested patterns for use in dse classes, ranging in difficulty from easy to hard suitable for dressage seat medal semifinal and final classes are posted on the usef web site. Usef high school equestrian athlete letter program. Scoring at dressage schooling shows dressage today. The rules for dressage competitions recognized by usef are published in their rule book. Horses are limited to a maximum of three dressage rides per day at fourth. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book, plus the accompanying photos.
Feb, 2017 as a competitor, it is most helpful to read your usef rule book. Watch cliff swanson, a founding member of the western dressage association, discuss the new sport of western dressage. 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. Click on the icons at the last page of this division or. 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 2015 united states equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on. It is the exhibitors responsibility to verify the accuracy of test scores. Feb 21, 2017 following the usef midyear board of directors meeting this week in lexington, ky. 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. The 2015 tests will be effective december 1, 2014 through november 30, 2018.
Sep 09, 2018 the idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. It is the duty of the rider to know the rules applying to showing in the dressage discipline. Text has been taken directly from the usef rules for eventing with emphasis added by the usea. 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 dressage ireland rule book 2019 can be found at the bottom of this page for download. 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. Usdf is heavily involved in test writing, and is in the process of taking over all judge training only the final approval goes to usef. Lexington, ky those usef members who wish to receive a 2008 usef rule book now have a choice of formats. Currently, the status of riders and drivers competing the saddlebred division is determined by placings at only useflicensed competitions.
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