Lexington, ky those usef members who wish to receive a 2008 usef rule book now have a choice of formats. Public hosted by the dressage experience benefitting. Available to ship description additional information. The dressage at the bucks county horse park series hosts four usefusdf recognized dressage shows. United states equestrian federation 4001 wing commander way lexington, ky 40511 p. United states equestrian federation usef score sheets, including training through fourth level are available online for download at. Printed on plastic laminated, waterproof, heavy paper. The 2015 tests will be effective december 1, 2014 through november 30, 2018. Janet brown foy is an fei idressage judge, usef s dressage judge and usef r sporthorse breeding judge. This bit is legal as a snaffle or bridoon for all usef and fei levels. We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985.
Additional clarifications and rulings from the usef dressage sport department are noted and dated. It is a shameful piece of junk not worthy to be called a rule book. Tips for calling a dressage test expert howto for english. Bod 82916 effective 12116 ev106 entries withdrawals see also gr909. Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. If youre competing in dressage this year, take time to familiarize yourself with the significant changes in the 2015 u.
Usef, will be held in each of the nine usdf regions. Feb 22, 2017 calling a dressage test for a friend can help to give her confidence so she performs at her best. Dr 121 annex a 7 p a g e effective june 1, 2017 updated february 20, 2018 this annex reflects changes to fei rulings that have an impact upon dressage competitions. Please refer to usef dressage levels chart for specific competition requirements. A complete copy of the current 2015 usef rule book and all approved rule changes can be found at. This initiative is sponsored by the hagyard equine medical institute. Easy to read text and graphic diagrams of the 2019 usef training level tests 1,2,3. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The new rule is 23 pages long, so a brief summary is tough, but if you want to read the whole thing, its available at the usef website. Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook. If you are competing in a nonrecognized event in the next few months, its advised that you confirm which tests will be used. The idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. 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.
Dressage in the united states has rules governed by us equestrian usef. Bchp offers numerous opportunities for schooling dressage shows including three saturday schooling dressage shows. Instructors dressage test book laminated new 2019 tests. Dressage team at the 2014 alltech fei world equestrian games in normandy, france, where they finished fifth in the grand prix freestyle. Lady was the only gaited horse shown in nawd intro 2 and placed second out of 11 horses with a score of 64. General regulations for dressage sa effective 1 jan 2018. The dressage at the bucks county horse park series hosts four usef usdf recognized dressage shows. Usdf 2015 dressage tests from usdf website links open pdf in new window from usdf drive. Text and graphic diagrams of the 2019 usef dressage first level tests 1,2,3. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information displayed, united states equestrian federation, inc. New helmet, dress and equipment rules from the time horses are officially admitted to the competition grounds by competition management, anyone mounted on a horse at any time on. Usdf introductory level test bb c chohany, 494 scarlett rooney godiva d introductory walktrot test b 2015 110. Equestrian federation tests, from training level through fourth level.
Morgan 20 rule tracking draft effective date proponent draft 1. Read the usef rulebook, dressage division for a comprehensive look at the rules. Tests are ridden in an arena that is either 20 meters x 40 meters or 20 meters x 60 meters and has letters that mark certain points of the arena. Coefficient movements are shaded for easy identification. The rule book does not include wording on what type of material a fly hood is made out of. The tests are designed to evaluate the proficiency of the rider relative to the requirements of the given level, without giving extra credit for the horses gaits. This bit is permitted a type of baucher bit permitted to use in dressage. Tests usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. I would love to discuss the changes and new tests that they have come up with for 2015 effective dec. A trusted reader standing at the side of the arena allows a rider to concentrate on the movement shes performing without worrying about forgetting what comes next. The pinnacle of dressage competition is the grand prix of dressage competition of the olympic games. Here is a great resource for legalillegal equipment and attire. Sep 09, 2018 the idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book.
Lpf summer dressage will be enforcing as a local rule of the competition the protective headgear rules for dressage rev. Tests usdf, your connection to the american dressage. Guidelines for dressage bits by united states equestrian. 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. If you have any questions about points please visit the points inquiry page for more information. Dressage competition tests act as a check on the progress of the horse as it moves up the levels. All dressage tests are available in their corresponding discipline within the menu your roleorganisers. The bucks county horse park offers a variety of competitions for the dressage enthusiast, both usefusdf recognized and schooling shows. Usdf introductory level test aa gold coast dressage. Usef publishes 2015 dressage tests lexington, ky feb. The bucks county horse park offers a variety of competitions for the dressage enthusiast, both usef usdf recognized and schooling shows. In 2015, they earned an individual silver medal and team gold medal at the pan american games and returned, this time to win, at the dutta corp. Since the last virtual western dressage show, ive been working on improving engagement with my friends naturally gaited horse lady and it paid off. This type of loose ring snaffle is permitted for dressage.
She has officiated at many major shows in the united states and has judged at national championships and cdis in guatemala, england, canada, poland, australia and mexico. In an effort to address the situation, the usef dressage committee and appointees from the usdf developed the rider tests for use by riders at training, first and second levels. The usef testwriting subcommittee updates these tests every four years. As an equestrian sport defined by the international equestrian federation, dressage is described as the highest expression of. This bit is permitted snaffle or bridoon with rotating disk or middle piece. Usdf introductory test c c geike sct, 228 taylor blasey sahm valentine introductory walktrot test c 2015 jryr 1. The 2015 united states equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on usef. Purpose, instructions, and collective marks extra points are explained. Dressage tests seniors prix stgeorges pdf xml edition 2009 update 2018 intermediate i pdf xml edition 2009 update 2020 intermediate a pdf xml edition 2015 update 2020 intermediate b pdf xml edition 2020 intermediate ii pdf xml edition 2014 update 2020 grand prix pdf xml edition 2009, revision 2014 update 2020 grand prix special pdf xml edition 2009, revision. In order to compete in any jumper classes at licensed competitions as an exhibitor, rider, trainer, or hisher agents, a person must be an active member of the united states hunter jumper association, inc. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef has collaborated with the united states dressage federation to produce the on the levels app. The usef rule book is designed to delineate boundaries that create an environment for fair and honest competition within which equestrians can enjoy competing safely, with integrity and respect. Dressage sa national dressage rules effective 1 april 2020.
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. Each entry must designate the division being entered open or adult amateur and must meet invitation or wild card requirements for each championship class entered. Dressage diagrams usef tests 2011 the dressage directory. Trainer information adult on grounds responsible for horse usef membership number. To promote integrity, honesty, equal opportunity, fair play, responsibility, respect and enjoyment in equestrian sport. Public hosted by the dressage experience benefitting transitions 4h club. Your quick guide to the usef rules that passedand a few. Your quick guide to the usef rules that passedand a few that. A copy of the usef rules may be obtained from their web site free of charge.
Usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard equine medical institute chapter jp jumper division subchapter jp1 general jp100 eligibility 1. A completed rewrite of chapter 3 of the rule book which deals with competiton licensing, including the mileage rule the summary. As long as the fly hood is worn as described above, then it would be permissible. Instructors dressage test book laminated new 2019 tests big print dressage test book new 2019 tests larger size 8 12 x 11 big print dressage test books feature extralarge type. Text and graphic diagrams of the 2019 usef training level tests 1,2,3. Please click on the buttons below to be redirected. Please refer to fei dressage rules directly for permitted saddleryequipment in fei cdis events. Whats new in the 2015 dressage tests expert howto for. A new category of rules referred to as prohibited practices.