We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985. Us equestrian magazine by united states equestrian. Your quick guide to the usef rules that passedand a few that. The usef the united states equestrian federation is the governing body for most horse sports in the united states including both dressage and eventing. Instructors dressage test book laminated new 2019 tests. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. The 2015 united states equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on. Bengt ljungquist memorial championships finals classes. Learn more about us equestrians rules, regulations, and related policies. Dr dressage division usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard equine medical institute 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. Usef safe sport training requirement dressage at devon. Printed on plastic laminated, waterproof, heavy paper.
Usef extraordinary rule changes for dressage chronicle. United states equestrian federation 4001 wing commander way lexington, ky 40511 p. Finals, see the usef rule book, dr3 or visit the dressage page of the usef website at. Usef rules for eventing rules usea, united states eventing.
As from 1 january 20 it will be compulsory for any athlete younger than 18 years of age to wear. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book, plus the accompanying photos. Please contact the usopc athlete ombudsman office at 719 8665000, or email. Janet brown foy is an fei idressage judge, usef s dressage judge and usef r sporthorse breeding judge. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef h. Purpose, instructions, and collective marks extra points are explained. Dressage diagrams usef tests 2011 the dressage directory. 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. Available to ship description additional information.
Protective headgear is always recommended in both the competition and in the practice arena. As a result, the usef executive committee has approved several extraordinary rule changes for the dressage division chapter dr of the usef rule book. Morgan 20 rule tracking draft effective date proponent draft 1. A completed rewrite of chapter 3 of the rule book which deals with competiton licensing, including the mileage rule the summary. Please click here for the latest fei dressage rules.
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. Easy to read text and graphic diagrams of the 2019 usef second level tests 1,2,3. All tests used at usdf recognized shows are the tests listed above except for intro to dressage test a and test b. Equestrian federation usef announced that the following horserider combinations will be participating in the usef selection trials for the 2010 alltech fei world equestrian games dressage team, held at the collecting gaits farmusef dressage festival of champions. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book.
Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. She has officiated at many major shows in the united states and has judged at national championships and cdis in guatemala, england, canada, poland. Bod 82916 effective 12116 ev106 entries withdrawals see also gr909. Usef members must provide proof of current membership usef card or. Annex a, supplement to dr121 of usef dressage rules update.
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. Kristi worked as a metallurgical engineer for 15 years prior to returning her focus to riding and training dressage horses. Lexington, ky those usef members who wish to receive a 2008 usef rule book now have a choice of formats. The object of dressage is the development of the horse into a happy athlete through harmonious education. A gm allows the member to compete at useflicensedusdfrecognized competitions. Please contact the usopc athlete ombudsman office at 719. New usef proposed rule changes post by chisamba fri nov 27, 2015 12. The idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. Short conservative color riding coat w tie, choker, stock tie or. While the usef rule book is heavy going, its easily ac. All recent rule changes in the online usef rule book will be noted in.
Dressage in the united states has rules governed by us equestrian usef. Usef extraordinary rule changes for dressage chronicle forums. 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. Fei rules for dressage competitions rules of the federation equestre internationale rules for international dressage. Other products include steady hands, soft corrections, cinch converters, crocheted hair net scrunches, adj. See the nc 4h horse program rules and regulations manual or more information regarding helmet requirements. A copy of the usef rules may be obtained from their web site free of charge. Whats new in the 2015 dressage tests expert howto for. In any unforeseen or exceptional circumstances it is the duty of the ground jury to make a decision in a sporting spirit, and to approach as nearly as possible the intention of these rules.
The national equestrian federation of the united states a member 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. Feb, 2017 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. She is an fei threestar dressage judge and fei fourstar paradressage judge and technical delegate, as well. These rule changes, primarily impacting saddlery and errorspenalties, are effective immediately. While tserule book is heavy going, its easily accessible online at, has a userfriendly search function, and has printable pages. Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. Departments 10 partners 12 sponsors 16 marketingmedia 38 grand champions.
Coefficient movements double points are shaded for easy identification. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. February march equestrian magazine by united states. Sep 09, 2018 the idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. The 2015 tests will be effective december 1, 2014 through november 30, 2018. Us equestrian magazine by united states equestrian federation. An example of the test text and diagrams for the usef first level test 2 is shown in the home page footer link diagram book examples.
Article 401 object and general principles of dressage 1. The national dressage rules have been updated to clarify persisting grammatical and editorial errors that have lead to misinterpretations. For tests and warm up must use dbl bridle or snaffle of metal or rigid plastic pict. The diagrams clearly show the gaits and patterns of each movement and the location of the transitions between gaits. Text and graphic diagrams of the 2019 usef dressage third level tests 1, 2, 3. A current ea height certificate as outlined below, must be provided in order for a pony to be issued a dressage performance cardcompetition license. Trafalgar square books, and its online bookstore, is a small business based on a farm in rural vermont. Every eventuality cannot be provided for in these rules. New health and medical insurance benefits for us equestrian members. This initiative is sponsored by the hagyard equine medical institute. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. 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. Tules youll need to check most often arrrrands for drerte are also rules concerning elimination in the grulegrection at the front of the rule book, particularly chapter 8.
The books are sturdy and designed to withstand outdoor use and tack box storage. Bd affiliated dressage competitions are those allocated by bd and held under the rules contained in this book. It is a shameful piece of junk not worthy to be called a rule book. Riders find the diagrams of the written tests a tremendous aid in visualizing the test and riding it correctly.
Lpf summer dressage will be enforcing as a local rule of the competition the protective headgear rules for dressage rev. The books are printed doublesided on a rugged, waterproof, synthetic paper with permanent ink. 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. Your quick guide to the usef rules that passedand a few. Usef announces dressage riders competing in 2010 weg. For procedural guidance for filing a grievance, please contact emily pratt at email protected. This show will be conducted and judged in accordance with the rules and regulations of the current usef rule book. 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. See usef rules, western dressage chapter for additional detail on acceptable bridles. Due to its location in the rule book, a portion of the approved rule change. When you have achieved three qualifying scores, the next time you login youll see a notification with a link to register your qualification and book you championship show entry with british dressage. All equipment for both rider and horse follows the usef and usdf rules for dressage.
Cadence is shown in trot and canter and is the result of the proper harmony that a horse. Athletes wishing to file a grievance challenging a denial or threatened denial to participate in competition, please see the athletes guide to filing a grievance regarding opportunity to participate and grievance form. Including updates effective january 1, 2020 d r fei champs, reg e s s test. Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working. Usef members must provide proof of current membership usef card or copy thereof either with the entry form or when checking in at the show office. Originally posted by dancingarabian view post mixed feelings but it might be a nice way to get people show experience. We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985, and since then have continued to strive to produce highquality equestrian books and videos for the good of the 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. Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook.