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. Judges may not mark or deduct points for an error for any reason other than. Dressage judging guidelines, directives and information guidelines for the marking of fundamental mistakes in dressage movements published 19042017. Janet foy fei dressage judge explains what the judge wants. British dressage online booking booking by bookwhen.
Please click here for the latest fei dressage rules 20 fei world dressage challenge rules. Dressage wa is a voluntary, sport discipline subcommittee of equestrian western australia. The first edition of the fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging is now available for order from the fei headquarters. General regulations for dressage sa effective 1 jan 2018. Jun 28, 2007 the first edition of the fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging is now available for order from the fei headquarters.
In no way does this booklet supersede the most current usef rule book. Suppenkasper named adequanusdf grand prix horse of the year. 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. Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. 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. 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. Fei dressage nations cup rules 2020 mark up version. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials. The usea is a nonprofit 501c3, educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. Short mini clip from a full feature video found on dto. Dressage ireland clg rule book 2019 january 2019 dressage ireland clg rule book 2019 note these rules cannot provide for every eventuality. 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.
Fei world cup driving rules 20192020 clean version. The courses are subsidised by national governing bodies, in annes case, british eventing. Dressage judge information guide additional options. On the ignorance of noseband tightness and vague fei noseband.
The highest level of modern competition is at the grand prix level. This section gives you access to all the documents, information you need to accomplish your role as officials inside the equestrian world. 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. Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc. Usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. These books are optimized and produced for use by dressage judges. British dressage competition rules british dressage. A noseband is required for dressage competitions unless prior approval to ride without one has been obtained. Fei dressage world cup pal 20202021 markup version. Janet foy is an fei 4 and usef s dressage judge and an r sporthorse breed judge. Saddlery and equipment for a complete explanation of permitted saddlery and equipment as well as pictures of all permitted bits. Both the ea and fei rule books state how an exercise should be performed.
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 new dressage sa rules are below and effective from the 1st of april 2020. Many countries throughout the world are interested in training and competing as all levels, even at the highest. The process of becoming a dressage judge takes a lot of time and commitment but this is necessary to ensure quality judging. Fei books library fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging.
Beaulieu dressage classic dressage gold circuit quebec. Reference the official fei dressage test score sheet to see how judges will mark the. Of particular interest will be the noas and the notes for dressage judges sections of the rules. Please click here for the latest fei dressage rules. Jun 16, 2018 anne qualified as an fei judge at a threeday course at luhmuhlen cic three star, eight years ago. To book any quest, associated champ and dressage anywhere events quest and associated champs for under 21 viewing days u21 international. A member of the usef international high performance dressage committee, she also teaches judges training programs nationwide. The chief executive or judges complaints panel will hear any complaint pursuant to these rules. Dressage wa dwa is a discipline committee of equestrian western australia ewa and the governing body for dressage in the state. Fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging now available. Dressage ireland has over 60 listed judges who perform this vital role. All esdcta dressage schooling shows are conducted according to the usef rules for dressage competitions, with exceptions as noted here. 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. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book, plus the accompanying photos.
It is the duty of those responsible for making a final determination to make a. Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing. To book any regional training please go to the regional training pages central region eastern region. A general regulations b breeds c driving d eventing. Feb 27, 2019 janet foy is an fei 4 and usef s dressage judge and an r sporthorse breed judge. Dressage judge janet foy on what she looks for at first level. 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 books library fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging dressage as a sport is growing rapidly. We look after the interests of all dressage riders, officials and clubs in wa, providing information and guidance on the sport of dressage in western austr. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing.
Fei world cup driving rules 20192020 mark up version. As an organisation and a governing body, we are passionate about our sport. The fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging order from ea national ph 02 8762 7777. 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.
Protective headgear is always recommended in both the competition and in the practice arena. Fei rules outline the standards for each gait and element of the dressage test. Dressage ireland clg rule book 2019 dressage ireland clg. Judges are still guided by the fei objective that dressage is the development of the horse. The peak body for equestrian sports in australia, equestrian australia, is welcomed as a sponsor of the first national safety conference for horse spo.
Due to its location in the rule book, a portion of the approved rule change tracking 32218. Five judges, positioned around the outside of the 20meterby60meter 21. 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. Stephen clarke brings his extensive expertise to a demonstration of judging a m level test. On the ignorance of noseband tightness and vague fei. Dressage illustrated for judges and riders anytime anywhere. Dressage ireland clg rule book 2019 dressage ireland clg rule. Author of the book dressage for the notsoperfect horse, she is based in colorado springs, colorado.
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. 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. 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. Members remain subject to such provisions when participating in any event affiliated to a foreign national federation or to the fei. The rules are revised once a year and come into effect on 1 december. Dressage competitions consist of a series of individual tests with an increasing level of difficulty. 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. Janet foy fei dressage judge explains what the judge wants to see at second level. The fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging will assist.
The most accomplished horse and rider teams perform fei tests, written by the international equestrian governing body called the federation equestre internationale or fei. For more details, please visit the links below and make sure you are aware of the latest amendments of the fei endurance rules. Download fei equitests 3 dressage and enjoy it on your iphone. Fei wbfsh dressage world breeding championship for young horses. All judges dressage diagram books dressage illustrated. Any fei rule amendments that alter the following fei rules will be effective when published by the fei. 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. The course leaders were badminton director hugh thomas, course designer giuseppe della chiesa and senior fei dressage and eventing judge, christophe hess. 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.
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. 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. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book. New judges please contact kay barney, dnsw, g level judge coordinator on 0419 276 661 or email email protected for more information on becoming a judge, please refer to the ea dressage rule book and ea workbooks for details and requirements, on the ea web site. Anne qualified as an fei judge at a threeday course at luhmuhlen cic three star, eight years ago. Ec adheres strictly to the fei dressage terminology.
Yes we need rules, the rules are black and white, but we must not forget we have a horse. Section e as printed herein is the official version of the equestrian canada rules for dressage for 2017. Many people use their background as a rider or a trainer in dressage to progress into a career in judging. 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. Our charter is to develop and administer the technical aspects of dressage in wa and promote education, training and competition at all levels. Dressage sa national dressage rules effective 1 april 2020. Advice for riding and judging an fei dressage freestyle. For all cdi events please use the fei dressage tests located on the link below.
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