I think hyperflexion is an abusive training technique but its not because of the bit. Equestrian australia national eventing rules updated jan. Read the usef rulebook, dressage division for a comprehensive look at the rules. Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing. Please be aware that changes to the usef rules for eventing for 2018 include the adoption of a number of additional permitted bits for the dressage phase of usef national eventing competitions. British eventing horse quiz as we approach the start of the 2016 eventing season, now is the time to test your knowledge of the rules under which british eventing competitions will take place to. Theres really no reason to exclude mules from rated competition. However, they are clearly described as legal in the usdfusef dressage rules. If a recognized national affiliate association ceases to affiliate with the federation, the board ofdirectors may in its. Dressage is the first of three phases in eventing competition. In any unforeseen or exceptional circumstances, it is the duty of the officials responsible to make a decision in a.
Usef requires a trainer for each entry for a usef recognized show. Trainer is defined by usef as the person 18 or over, who is responsible for the horse while it is on show grounds. These eventing rules are effective as of 1 january 2019. New united states equestrian federation microchip rule. To promote integrity, honesty, equal opportunity, fair play, responsibility, respect and enjoyment in equestrian sport. Usef updates eventing high performance lists horses daily. The feet on the leading side touch the ground forward of its partner.
Usef announces positive tests for cbd will result in gr4 violations by noelle maxwell on may 15, 2019 5. Usef member insurance 1,000,000 member excess liability aggregate limit per member underwriters at lloyds. British eventing is the national governing body for the sport of eventing in great britain. The current version of the rule became effective 212020 and includes results from competitions beginning april 1, 2019. Information on the resources and processes the national rules committee is involved in can be found below. Lead refers to which set of legs, left or right, leads or advances forward to a greater extent when a quadruped animal is cantering, galloping, or leaping. Additionally, the usef mandates use of protective helmets and safety vests, all aimed at reducing the risk of. Should bitless bridles be allowed in usef competitions. Learn more about us equestrians rules, regulations, and related policies.
Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc. It is an engaging sport for all ages and has equal opportunities for everyone to compete. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. These rules are to be used by affiliated pony clubs organising eventing for pony club grades. We regulate and schedule over 170 events throughout britain across the season. Entry guidelines this event is two 2 shows spring show i and spring show ii. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials. The usef rule book lays out extensive guidelines as to which riders are eligible for amateur status in gr6 read the amateur rule here. Correct attire for the dressage ring training through fourth levels for more assistance or to request a catalog call 18009891500. Usef rule changes would increase speed, height at lower.
Eventing is often known as the triathlon of the equestrian world. Representing, promoting, and developing horse sport and interests in canada. Usef stands behind these policies to protect the athletes of equestrian sport, not just because a law requires it, but because every member has a responsibility to protect those who have chosen horses as their passion. Guidelines for dressage bits by united states equestrian. These tests can be used for training or showing purposes. The usef serves as the national federation nf to the fei and is a member of the us olympic committee. In order to compete, all horses must be registered with the american saddlebred registry or the canadian livestock records corporation. The coach is the person who gets paid to help you with your horse on the show grounds. In any unforeseen or exceptional circumstances, it is the duty of the officials responsible to make a decision. For procedural guidance for filing a grievance, please contact emily pratt at email protected. Remember that competitions not recognized by usea may not follow all the usea rules. The usef has made great strides in the last few years improving its stewardship of the horses and riders including banning rolkur, relaxing the upper level dressage movement requirements for eventing see jimmy wofford wsj article, increasing drug testing, and revamping rules and policies on an active basis not just once a year. Below are links for the 2020 bef rule book please ensure you have viewed all parts for the complete 2020 rule book.
For those who have memorized the rulebook word for word, you can check out the clean version here. You can unlock an event rule that you own by using the unlock command. The usea is a nonprofit 501c3, educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. In recent years, the usef and usea have passed a rule requiring horserider combinations to achieve a standard of competence in competition. Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u.
Now its easy to keep the united states equestrian federations rules handy wherever you go. Eventing originated as a military competition which tested officers and horses in challenges that could occur on or off. All updated texts, showing the latest changes, can be found under approved rule changes in the rule book section of. A truly complete sport that tests both the horse and rider in all aspects of horsemanship, and one of the 3 olympic disciplines. Usdf member guide usdf policies & procedures usdf podcast usdfscores usef usef and fei licensed officials usef rule book usef rule changes yourdressage 4051 iron works parkway, lexington, ky 40511.
Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook. Looking to download the full color us equestrian logo. Gr845 equine vaccination rule chapter 8f welfare of the horse 1. This is not a forum for general discussion of the articles subject put new text under old text. Entries must be postmarked on or before may 23rd, 2020. Eventers may be known as adrenaline junkies, but the sport does still have rules. January 2017 yourdressage by usdf publications issuu. Search through the entire rulebook to find exactly what you need.
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. Nov 09, 2015 you might not be aware of this new rule, but to compete in usef competitions in any discipline, after december 1, 2015, your horse must have proof of vaccinations for ehv rhino and evi influenza. The usef reminds dressage competitors about the rule change regarding. Definition of maidennovicelimit for horsesridersdrivers.
An eventing competition includes one or more tests from the following branches of equitation. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. Please use the us equestrian logo in your prize lists labeled commerical use on page seven in the brand guidelines. The federation mayonly recognize one national breeddiscipline association for each breed or discipline with competition rules inthe rule book. Use it to keep uptodate with the latest rules and regulations. Sep 28, 2017 dont forget about the april 1, 20, usef rule that necessitates the usage of protective headgear by anyone mounted on the grounds at all usef dressage.
Sometimes described as an equestrian triathlon, eventing demands considerable experience in all branches of equitation. In 2012, inflatable vests, more commonly known as air vests or air jackets, entered the usef rule book, permitted only when used in conjunction with a traditional body protector in eventing. Combined training events are open to professional and amateur riders on stallions, mares and geldings, subject to certain limitations. Msedas mission is to promote and preserve the sports of eventing and dressage in the midsouth area, by providing leadership and education to its members and the community at large. Protective headgear rule change for dressage to go into. The choice of lead is of special interest in horse riding a lead change refers to an animal, usually a horse, moving in. Following the usef midyear board of directors meeting this week in lexington, ky. Lexington, ky the usef has updated the eventing high performance training lists based on spring performances so far in 2011. Obviously, i would love for this rule change to go through. United states equestrian federation 4001 wing commander way lexington, ky 40511 p. Part two will be conducted as a reining class using one of the reining patterns as described in the rule book per rule. Please read the complete rule book before competing.
Riders will be invited to participate in training sessions with usef technical advisor capt. C riders in adult amateur classes, if offered, must be at least 21 years old and hold a current usef amateur card, proof of which must accompany entry. At a competition, exhibitors may ask to turn in a usef microchip reporting form. Ev eventing division usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard euine medical institute chapter ev eventing division subchapter ev1 general rules for all eventing competitions ev101 introduction 1. Its because of the way the bit is used by the rider. Fei vs usefusea equipment rule changes chronicle forums. The aqha trophy class for national high point western rider is a two part class, each part to comprise 50% of the final score. Please contact the usopc athlete ombudsman office at 719 8665000, or email. When you change the engine connection, the available events and actions are also changed and the list of actions and events you had previously selected is reset. Here is a great resource for legalillegal equipment and attire. These include all references to international and long format events, ages of riders, officials qualifications, registering. Eventing rules on age limits and event horse restrictions in order to compete at a british eventing competition, riders must be in the year of their 14th birthday, eg.
Always check the usef web site for rule changes prior to your competition. International fei and united states equestrian federation usef rules. Sep 09, 2018 the idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. This new rule book has been completely revised so there is a lot in it that is not applicable to pc. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year. You might not be aware of this new rule, but to compete in usef competitions in any discipline, after december 1, 2015, your horse must have proof of vaccinations for ehv rhino and evi influenza. Your quick guide to the usef rules that passedand a few that. Nov 30, 2016 the fei has quietly released the new rules for eventing for 2017. Usef adopt additional permitted bits for dressage in eventing. Usdf strongly recommends all riders wear protective headgear search for a gmo by zip code when mounted. If you are unclear about whether you qualify as an amateur or professional, please email.
Founded in 1973, the united states dressage federation is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. As of this date, all other texts of the eventing rules or amendments to them dated prior to this date are superseded. Mark phillips at competitions throughout the summer and fall seasons in preparation for the 2011 pan american games and 2012 olympic games. In preparation, the usef is working with the ushja to provide education materials to competitors to learn more about microchipping and the rules hu101, jp100, eq103. Fei releases 2017 rules for eventing eventing nation. A formidable combination of cross country, jumping and dressage. A copy of the usef rules may be obtained from their web site free of charge.
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. National eventing rules effective 1 january 2018 latest update december 2017 fei changes are in purple and national changes are in red the equestrian australia national eventing rules may also be found on the equestrian australia website. New health and medical insurance benefits for us equestrian members. Most dressage riders consider braiding a traditional form of showing respect for the judge and the competition, as well. Rule change type effective date draft received board action. If a whip is carried in the crosscountry andor jumping test, or while jumping any obstacle before these tests, it must not be.
A completed rewrite of chapter 3 of the rule book which deals with competiton licensing, including the mileage rule the summary. From the french word meaning training, dressage was originally created to show the horses submission and ability to perform intricate movements required for cavalry exercises. The usef reminds dressage competitors about the rule change regarding protective headgear. The olympic sport of eventing is the most complete combined competition discipline recognised by the fei. The conduct of pony club eventing in tasmania is governed by the equestrian australia national eventing rules 20. Appointment of eventing officials guidelines for championshipsgames.
Usef releases fei rules overview eventing nation three. Eventing combines dressage, show jumping and cross country in one exciting activity. Midsouth eventing and dressage association 2017 usef. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse.
After closing the current rule, click new if you want to create a new rule without exiting the panel. 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. If a recognized national affiliate association ceases to affiliate with the federation, the board ofdirectors may in its discretion replace the organization that has seceded or been removed for cause with anotherassociation involving the same breed or discipline or the board of. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. The following year, this will be a requirement for all horses competing in these classes. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules.
Olympic gold medallist blyth tait has announced his retirement from major competition. Usef rule changes that were passed by effective date and presented at the 2017 uphaasha convention. The way i read the useausef eventing rules suggests this bit and those similar are not permitted in useausef eventing dressage. Wdaa tests western dressage association of america. Rule change type effective date draft received board action fei rule change 112018 1252017 proposed change dr117 the position and aids of the rider chapter subchapter dri dressage governing regulations effective 1. We will accommodate your jumping class and hold the jumping ring. However, the op in the other thread asked a judge and td and they said the low ported mylers were useausef eventing dressage legal. Correct attire for the dressage ring dover saddlery. 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. Oct, 2014 one vertical and one oxer permitted at these heights. Part one will be conducted as a flat class on the rail. For proper usage, refer to the logo section in our brand guidelines.
Jan 25, 2018 dear eventing athletes, officials and organizers. Make checks payable to dallas dressage club and send with the entry to show secretary. Pcawa rules for eventing 2017 6 1 preamble these pcawa eventing rules are effective from 1st january 2017 as from this date, all other texts covering the same matter i. This is the talk page for discussing improvements to the united states equestrian federation article. My first concern is that this is a change that inexorably alters the foundation principle that dressage is built upon a horses acceptance of the bit.
For the definition of amateur status, please refer to the usef rules for eventing, appendix 3. The federation equestre internationale fei is the sole authority for all international events in dressage, paraequestrian dressage, jumping, eventing, driving, paraequestrian driving, endurance, vaulting and reining. If youre like most people and need to see the red markups to fully catch all of the changes, the markedup version is here. Jonathan holling, international competitor, icp level 4 certified instructor, member usef technical committee, currently owns and operates holling eventing in ocala florida, surrounds himself with really smart people malcolm hook, fei td, member usef technical committee, member usef safety committee, fei national safety officer. Rules for pony club eventing addendum to ea national eventing rules effective 1st august 2014 text changes texts in this colour font are pc changes to the pc addendum to the 2012 ea rules and to the current ea rule book too.
Rules that were introduced last year in the addendum have reverted to black. This usage data, along with additional proprietary research, will be assessed once available and further. Eventing association only started recommending them for crosscountry in 1994, and they became mandatory in 1996. Appendix 3 of the usef rules for eventing will provide you with the specific information you need to determine the level of eligibility of you and your horses for both national usef and international fei competitions. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Records for a rider can come from various media results and can be presented to usef to be validated. Or, stop by any of our retail stores to speak with a dover saddlery product adviser. Despite the attempt to make the distinction between amateurs and professionals as black and white as possible, theres still a choppy gray river running through the middle of gr6 thats easy to get. Here we quote the 2017 usef rule book for jumper attire and follow the rules with suggestions from dover saddlery s product advisors to help you make the right choices in assembling your show jumper attire. Riders with a conflict between jumping and dressage are expected to be ready for their dressage ride as scheduled. Usef and usea outline ongoing eventing safety initiatives.
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