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2020 region 9 omnibus 24TH EDITION $25.00
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2020region 9omnibus
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Welcome to the USDF Region 9 2020 Omnibus
~24th Edition~
The production of this Omnibus is only possible due to the dedication and hard work of many people.
Special Thanks…
To Arlene Gaitan, Nicole Miller, Veronica Moody, and Nettie Olsen, who designed, formatted, put together, proofed, collected money, and handled the ads, printing, mailing, etc. Region 9 is fortunate to have members with the organizational skills and technical knowledge who are willing to put this book together .
Thanks also go to the following people for specific contributions:
Anne Kuhns Youth Opportunity page Carolyn VandenBerg Technical delegate listing Sarah Jane Martin SWDC page Marilyn Kulifay Judges, “L” Grads Tracy Augustine NAYC page Nicole Miller PDF version on the website
Thanks to GMOs, shows, and advertisers for supporting our Region.
Additional copies of this Omnibus are available for $25.00 each. The order form is on the Region 9 website, www.usdfregion9.org and on page 14 of this book. Also, on page 15, there is an Advertising Form for the 2021 Omnibus. Please consider supporting this book with an advertisement.
Every effort is made to ensure correct information is in this Omnibus. Region 9, its Omnibus Committee, and its Board members and chairs, accept no responsibility for incorrect information or misprints.
For USEF information and rules, go to: http://www.usef.org For USDF information and rules, go to: http://www.usdf.org
Region 9 Director Sherry Guess 18216 S. 397th E. Avenue Porter, OK 74454 918.640.1204 / [email protected]
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USDF Region 9 Board of Directors
Adult Education & Awards Donna Meyer [email protected]
Competition Management Jan Colley [email protected]
FEI Junior/Young Rider Tracy Augustine [email protected]
Freestyle Susan Howard [email protected]
GMO Jennifer Jarvis [email protected]
Horse Person of the Year Carolyn VandenBerg [email protected]
Judges and “L” Grads Marilyn Kulifay [email protected]
Membership Leslie Rohrer [email protected]
Nominating Alecia Daniel [email protected]
Omnibus Advertising Arlene Gaitan [email protected] Veronica Moody [email protected]
Omnibus Editor Nicole Miller [email protected]
Secretary Sarah Jane Martin [email protected]
Sporthorse Regina Milliken [email protected]
Teaching Excellence Award Meg Flemming [email protected]
Technical Delegates and Regional Championship Carolyn VandenBerg [email protected]
Treasurer Nettie Olsen 1505 Lakeview Dr. Keller, TX 76248 [email protected]
Webmaster/e-Newsletter/Historian Nicole Miller [email protected]
Youth Programs Anne Kuhns [email protected]
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Alphabetical List of ContentsAdvertisers.........................................................................................................9Breeders .......................................................................................................... 57Competitions .................................................................................................. 19Competition Listing by Date ..................................................................... 21Dressage Arena Diagrams ........................................................................ 75Dressage Tests ............................................................................................... 71
USDF Introductory Level ..................................................................... 76USEF Training Level ..............................................................................80USEF First Level .....................................................................................84USEF Second Level ...............................................................................88USEF Third Level ....................................................................................93USEF Fourth Level ................................................................................. 97FEI Tests .................................................................................................... 101Freestyles ................................................................................................ 109
Evie Tumlin Memorial Fund ....................................................................... 17GMO Contact Information ......................................................................... 16NAYC Program ............................................................................................... 13Officials & Instructors .................................................................................59Omnibus Advertising Information .......................................................... 15Omnibus Order Form .................................................................................. 14Professional Services Listing .................................................................... 51Pyramid of Training ..................................................................................... 73Region 9 Board of Directors .......................................................................6Region 9 Horse Person of the Year ..........................................................8Region 9 Information .................................................................................... 11Region 9 Teaching Excellence Award ...................................................10SWDC Championship Scores .................................................................. 47SWDC Information.......................................................................................48GAIG/USDF Regional Championship Scores ....................................49Trainers and Instructors .............................................................................54USDF Certified and Associated Instructors .......................................68USDF “L” Graduates ....................................................................................63USEF Licensed Judges ............................................................................... 61USEF Licensed Technical Delegates .....................................................62Welcome .............................................................................................................5Youth Information Page .............................................................................. 12
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CongratulationsCarolyn
VandenBerg2018 Region 9HoRse PeRson
of tHe YeaR
Previous reciPients
region 9 Horse Person of tHe Year
2017 Barbara Harty2016 Leslie Rohrer2015 Inez Campbell Ed La Vallee2014 Bess Bruton2013 Kathy Jones2012 Vera Muckleroy2011 Meg Flemming2010 Evie Tumlin2009 Lyndon T. Rife2008 Sally Chionsini2007 Kathryn Kyle2006 No Nominations2005 Sarah Jane Martin
2004 Michele Voorhees2003 Burnis Foy2002 Bee Pape2001 Kathleen George2000 Molly Wallin1999 Leigh Olejer1998 Larualyn Bushager1997 Paul Kathen1996 Sherry Arndt1995 Charlotte Kerr1994 Fran Dearing Lurena Bell1993 Becky Snell
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Advertiser IndexAlamo Dressage Association Shows ....................................................................28, 42Animal Chiropractic ...........................................................................................................56Austin Dressage Unlimited .......................................................................................34, 35Erin Bell Dressage ...............................................................................................................54Lurena Bell .............................................................................................................................54Blue Hair Special Show .....................................................................................................34Brookstone Farm ..........................................................................................................54, 69Becky Brown ..................................................................................................................54, 62Celeste Brown ...................................................................................................................... 67Bess Bruton ...........................................................................................................................116Judy Campbell-Urban .......................................................................................................54Central Plains Shows .......................................................................................................... 26Dallas Dressage Club Shows ......................................................................33, 39, 45,46Emerald Classic Shows ..................................................................................................... 25Equine Express .................................................................................................................2, 57Fort Worth Dressage Club Shows ................................................................................ 27GAIG/USDF Region 9 Championships and SWDC ..................................47, 48, 49Green Country Dressage Shows ....................................................................................36Great Southwest Equestrian Center Shows ........................................................32, 41Sherry Guess Dressage .....................................................................................................54Susan Hancock ..................................................................................................................... 55Grace Harris ........................................................................................................................... 55Renee Hausmann ........................................................................................................57, 107Hedlund Dressage ............................................................................................................... 67Houston Dressage Society Shows ..................................................24, 30, 38, 40, 44Hans Jurgen Boone ....................................................................................................... 4, 55Le Bon Temps Show........................................................................................................... 23Margo Marano................................................................................................................ 57, 69Sarah Jane Martin ............................................................................................................... 57Karen McGowin Dressage ................................................................................................ 55Millermark Creations ..........................................................................................................66Alyce Morgan ......................................................................................................................... 61Oak Hill Ranch ..................................................................................................................3, 57Oklahoma Dressage Society Shows ...................................................................... 31, 37Eva Oldenbroek-Tabor ...................................................................................................... 55Benjamin Pfabe .................................................................................................................... 55Olva Stewart Pharo...................................................................................................... 53, 57Taylor, Harris Insurance Services (THIS) Donna Meyer ..................................55, 56Texas Rose Dressage Classic Shows .....................................................................29, 43Tex-Over Farms ............................................................................................................ 55, 58Sandy Venneman, PhD ...................................................................................................... 57Whit Watkins ........................................................................................................................56Windy Knoll Farm ...............................................................................................................56
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Marie Morgan
Past Recipients 2017 Martin Arnold2016 Yvonne Kusserow2015 Becky Brown2014 Fran Kehr 2013 Whit Watkins
Past Recipients 2012 Susan Hancock2011 Ashley Hamill2010 Paul Kathen2009 Marie Morgan
To learn how to qualify for — or to contribute to — this award, visit www.usdfregion9.org or dressagefoundation.org
dressage teaching
excellence award
2018
I S P R E S E N T E D T O
The Teaching Excellence Award, which includes a grant of $5,000, is awarded to a Region 9 instructor for excellence
in the teaching of dressage.
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Region 9 InformationVisit us online at www.usdfregion9.org or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/usdf.region9.
An e-newsletter with important Regional news is emailed monthly. Sign up on the Region 9 website to receive this newsletter. All Regional members also receive a monthly e-blast from the USDF office.
Region 9 and sales of this Omnibus support the following:
n Adult Education Fund to help GMOs finance events geared toward adults
n Youth Education Fund to help GMOs finance events geared toward youth
n FEI Jr/YR Funds, to offset expenses for attending NAYC
n A travel fund for smaller GMOs to help send one of their Board members to the Regional summer meeting, and/or the USDF National Convention
n Continuing educational programs for USEF-licensed judges and USDF “L” grads. Attendance is open to all Regional members, not just judges
n Funds to help Region 9 PM Delegates attend the USDF National Convention
n Funds to help the volunteer Regional Board, and Committee Chairs attend the Regional summer meeting and the USDF National Convention
n Funds to finance the Regional website
n Funds that purchased the Region 9 Bench, located in the courtyard at the USDF National Educational Center in Lexington, KY
n Funds for the Region 9 Horseperson of the Year Award
n Funds to help sponsor the USDF National Convention when held in Region 9
Thanks for your support!
If you are interested in advertising in the 2021 Omnibus, please see page 15 of this book.
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Region 9 YouthIn USDF, a Youth membership is for riders under the age of 21 on December 1st of the current membership year.
In recognized competitions, all youth ages compete under the Jr/YR category in USEF and FEI tests. Youth who wish to compete in the NAYC classes must qualify in specific tests determined by their age and skill. The NAYC is held in the summer.
Region 9 Schooling Show ChallengeA certificate program offered to the Youth of Region 9 for schooling show participation. Visit www.usdfregion9.org/youth-young-riders-2/youth-young-riders-resources for requirements and application.
USDF and USEF Programs for Youthn USDF Youth Volunteer of the Year
n USDF Youth Dressage Rider Recognition Pin Program
n USDF Youth Convention Scholarship
n USDF youth Shining Star Program
n USDF Sport Horse Youth Handler/Judge Seminar
n USDF Dressage Sport Horse Youth Breeders Seminar
n USDF Educational Membership (e-TRAK)
n USDF Jr/YR Clinic Series
n USEF/USDF Dressage Seat Medal Program
n USDF/USEF Young Rider Graduate Program
n USDF Arts Contest
n USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award
More InformationUSDF www.usdf.org (‘Youth’ link on home page) USEF www.usef.org (look under ‘membership’, then ‘youth’)
Youth Programs Chair for Region 9: Anne Kuhns [email protected]
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North American Youth Championships 2019 Region 9 JunioR team
Congratulations to the 2019 Region 9 Junior Team. There were many successes at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, New York this year. Most notably, our Region 9 Juniors took the Team Bronze! Congratulations to Emma Claire, Skye, Gage, and Sydney! And many thanks for the generous support of our
Region 9 family!
Chef D’Equipe: Benny Pfabe – (703) 915-8941 Coordinator: Tracy Augustine – (830) 388-0451
Special Thanks to...Alamo Dressage Association / Dallas Dressage Club
Fort Worth Dressage Club / Great Southwest Equestrian Center Houston Dressage Society / Nancy Hinz
Oklahoma Dressage Society
Support the Region 9 NAYC RidersDonations can now be taken online at
https://www.usdf.org/online-services/region-cc-processing/index.asp?region=9
Left to Right: Emma Claire Stephens, Skye Simpson, Gage Miles, Sydney Lipar)
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Region 9 Omnibus Order Form
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Submit completed form with check, cashier’s check, or money order payable to ‘USDF Region 9 Omnibus’ to:
NETTIE OLSEN 1505 LAKEVIEW DRIVE KELLER, TX 76248 [email protected]
Copies of the printed Omnibus may also be ordered online at https://www.usdf.org/online-services/region-cc-processing/index.asp?region=9
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Region 9 Omnibus Advertising FormIn response to requests from our advertisers, our Omnibus will be posted on the USDF Region 9 website for free access. Deadline for advertising will be August 25, 2020 so hard copies will be available at the Regional Championships. A $35 late charge will be assessed for all late ads.
Put the name to be listed in the Omnibus under Business/Competition name. If no name is listed, the Contact name will be used. All USEF Judge, TD, USDF “L” Graduates, and USDF Certified Instructor listings are free and no form is needed. We reserve the right to change the size of the ad without notification to fit the space paid for. At our discretion, ads may either (1) be separated into two categories or (2) placed randomly throughout the book. One complimentary hard copy Omnibus is offered to each advertiser, regardless of number of ads purchased.
CONTACT NAME ____________________________________________________________________________________
STREET ADDRESS __________________________________________________________________________________
CITY _____________________________________________________________________________________________
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All Omnibus advertising (including business cards) must be Camera Ready (a minimum of 300dpi – website graphics and Word documents are not suitable), the correct size, and in one of the following formats: EPS; TIF; high-resolution PDF or JPG; PSD or AI with fonts and graphics embedded. If any work is done, including size adjustment, to make your ad camera ready, there will be a $35 charge.
Description/Size All ads are sold on a first-come, first-served basis
Cost PaidColor B&W
Outside Back Cover: 7½" tall x 4½" wide* (includes 1 listing) $600 $525
Inside Front or Back Cover: 7½" tall x 4½" wide* (includes 1 listing) $485 $400
Note: if covers are not available, payment will be adjusted accordingly.
Full Page: 7½" tall x 4½" wide* $350 $255
Competition Full Page: 7½" tall x 4½" wide* $200 $130
Half Page: 3¾" tall x 4½" wide $250 $155
Quarter Page: 2" tall x 4½" wide $150 $95
Business Card: 2" tall x 4½" wide $130 $80
GMO Membership Ads: Full Page 7½" tall x 4½" wide* Half Page 3¾" tall x 4½" wide
$180 $120
$100 $75
Service Listings – may be shortened for compatibility ❑ Breeder ❑ Competition ❑ Instructor ❑ Services
$30 per category
Late fee - After August 15 $35
Edit or adjust ad $35
GRAND TOTAL
*Note: full page ads which bleed should be created at 8¾” tall x 5¾” wide.
Send checks (payable to USDF Region 9 Omnibus) to: Arlene Gaitan, 8417 FM 1283, Lakehills, TX 78063 . Or contact Arlene (210.386.9576 or [email protected]) for a link to the online payment option.
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USDF Region 9 GMO Contact InformationAlamo Dressage Association Arlene Gaitan, President [email protected] AlamoDressage.org
Arkansas Dressage Society Sandra Thompson, President [email protected] Jennifer Landers, Treasurer [email protected] ArkansasDressage.org
Austin Dressage Unlimited Dinah Babcock, CEO AustinDressageUnlimited.net
Brazos Association for Classical Horsemanship Julie Brown, President [email protected] Gwen Levine, newsletter [email protected] BachDressage.org
Central Plains Dressage Society Christine Cashel, President [email protected] CentralPlainsDressage.org
Central Texas Dressage Society Tina Zehnder, President [email protected] CTDSdressage.org
Dallas Dressage Club Becky Brown, President [email protected] DallasDressage.org
Fort Worth Dressage Club Barbara Harty, President [email protected] Carrie Alexander, newsletter [email protected] FortWorthDressageClub.com
Houston Dressage Society Christine Renne, President [email protected] Flo Edelman, newsletter [email protected] HoustonDressageSociety.org
Northeast Texas Dressage Club Denise Fowler, President [email protected] NETXDressageClub.com
Oklahoma Dressage Society Pam DeVore, President [email protected] Melissa Furman, Editor [email protected] DressageOklahoma.org
Southern Eventing and Dressage Association Nicole Miller, President [email protected] SEDAriders.org
Tri-State Dressage Society Amy Rokaw President [email protected] TriStateDressageSociety.com
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Evie Tumlin Memorial FundEvie Tumlin was an integral part of her Region 9 dressage and eventing community. Throughout her years of serving and helping others, she touched many lives and helped to raise several generations of young men and women who loved horses. This Fund was established in memory of Evie by her friends and colleagues in Region 9. Among her many accomplishments, Evie was the founder of the Mississippi Eventing and Dressage Association, named the 2010 Region 9 Horseperson of the Year, was a USDF L Program Graduate, received her USDF Silver Medal, and was a member of TDF’s Century Club. She was a much-loved instructor and trainer in Mississippi, and even worked with the Oxford Mounted Police unit.
Grants
The goal of the Evie Tumlin Memorial Fund is to provide financial assistance to Adult Amateur riders who currently reside in USDF Region 9, to aid in their development in dressage. Grants will typically range in the amount of $250 - $750, to be used for educational experiences that will further the applicant’s knowledge of dressage and are in addition to the applicant’s typical training plan. These events may include camps, clinics, riding lessons, etc. Additional consideration will be given to riders who also participate in eventing, as well as to those who have a history of volunteer work related to dressage and/or eventing.
Additional Grant Information
1. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
2. Funding cannot be used for competition entries, vet and/or farrier expenses, or the purchase of a horse or equipment. Funding must be used for the event/training specified in the grant application.
3. A rider may not receive the grant in consecutive years.
4. The committee reserves the right to not award a grant in any given year if they determine that no candidate has met the criteria. Funds would then be held until the following year. The applications and discussions of the selection committee are confidential and their decisions are final.
5. If the grant recipient is unable to attend the specified event/training, The Dressage Foundation must be notified as soon as possible. Approval for a change in the use of funds is at the discretion of TDF and the grant Selection Committee.
6. The online application form and all required documents must be received by TDF on or before March 1st of each year. A final decision will be announced by April 30th.
7. The grant must be used for an event that falls after April 30th of the year in which you apply and must be used by April of the following year.
Application and donation information may be found on The Dressage Foundation’s website, www.dressagefoundation.org.
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8. After riding 500 20m circles in rapid succession, who can remember the alphabet?
7. The letters are consecutive and in alphabetical order, in a now extinct language spoken only by early 18th century Hanoverian carriage horses.
6. The very first dressage arena was designed by the lowest-bid contractor.
5. The letters were originally laid out by beleaguered riding pupils to facilitate pranks on their instructors, in which the pupils would pretend to be schooling various movements and figures while actually spelling out slanderous curses, in German, against their cruel and heartless instructors, their diabolical horses, and whatever silly person invented this dressage thing in the first place.
4. The letters are actually advertising billboards paid for by Sesame Street (This piaffe-passage transition was brought to you by the letter G!).
3. Well, the letters are supposed to be in alphabetical order, but somebody’s Trakehner keeps getting out at night and rearranging them.
2. The other letters in the alphabet are there all right, they’re just invisible—what do you think your horse has been spooking at all these years?
1. What, you mean they’re NOT in alphabetical order? Hey, that would explain why nobody else seems to understand how I’ve organized the office files...
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Calendar of Advertised Competitions2019NOVEMBERNovember 2-3 Le Bon Temps 3 & 4 Folsom, LA
2020JANUARYJanuary 18-19 HDS Winter Shows I & II Katy, TX
FEBRUARYFebruary 29-March 1 Emerald Classic I & II Katy, TX
MARCHMarch 21-22 FWDC Cowtown Dressage I & II Glen Rose, TX
March 28-29 San Antonio Spring Dressage I & II San Antonio, TX
March 28-29 CPDS Dressage Show Oklahoma
APRILApril 3-5 Texas Rose Dressage Classic I & II Tyler, TX
April 23-26 HDS CDI2*/1*/Am/YH/Y/J/P/CH/U-25 and Spring Classic Shows I & II Katy, TX
April 25-26 CPDS Dressage Show Oklahoma
MAYMay 2-3 ODS Spring Dressage Show Tulsa, OK
May 16 CPDS AHA Sport Horse Value Show Oklahoma
May 23-24 GSEC Diamond Classic I & II Katy, TX
May 30-31 ADU Blue Hair Special I & II Dripping Springs, TX
May 30-31 CPDS Dressage Show Oklahoma
May 30-31 DDC Spring Show I & II Dallas, TX
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JUNE June 6-7 HDS Summer Shows I & II Katy, TX
June 13-14 Green Country Dressage Classic I & II Claremore, OK
June 27-28 CPDS Dressage Oklahoma
AUGUSTAugust 8-9 DDC Lemonade Daze Show I & II Athens, TX
August 22-23 HDS Laborious Day Shows I & II Katy, TX
SEPTEMBERSeptember 5 CPDS Dressage Show Oklahoma
September 5-6 GSEC Platinum Classic I & II Katy, TX
September 5-6 San Antonio Fall Dressage I & II San Antonio, TX
September 18-20 Texas Rose Fall Classic I & II Tyler, TX
OCTOBEROctober 1-4 GAIG/USDF Region 9 Championships & SWDC Championships & HDS Autumn Classic Katy, TX
October 31 CPDS Dressage Show Oklahoma
October 31-November 1 Le Bon Temps 1 & 2 Folsom, LA
NOVEMBERNovember 7-8 DDC Yellow Rose Festival Shows I & II Dallas, TX
Calendar of Advertised Competitions, cont.
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Opening: January 15, 2020 (tentative) Closing: February 10, 2020
Emerald Classic I & IIFebruary 29 – March 1, 2020
Great Southwest Equestrian Center2501 South Mason Road
Katy, Texas
Come Celebrate the Wearin’ o’ the Green!
Qualifying Competition for 2020 Great American/USDF Championship
2020 Southwest Dressage ChampionshipNDPC Pony Cup
Applied for 2020 Developing Program Qualifiers (NAYC, JR/YR/YA, YH & DH)
Show Contact: Marilyn KulifayEmail: [email protected]
Sponsored in part by www.MyBestHorse.com
Specialized Equine Supplements at an Affordable Price
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San Antonio
Spring Dressage I & II March 28-29, 2020
Opening date: February 1, 2020 - Closing date: March 11, 2020 www.alamodressage.org
Featuring the Rebecca Snell Musical Freestyle High Point Award Medal Designed & donated by Olva Stewart Pharo
Recognition:
USEF/USDF 2163 and 317107 Official Qualifying Competitions for
2020 GAIG/USDF Regional Dressage Championship 2020 Southwest Dressage Championship
USEF Level 3 Dressage Shows* *Applied for Developing Program Qualifiers (JR/YR/YA,YH & DH)
National Dressage Pony Cup Partner Show
Judges: David Schmutz, “S” (CA)
TBA
Location: San Antonio Rose Palace
San Antonio, TX
Show Secretary: Susan Peacock 405-749.9777 [email protected]
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ADU -Region 9 GMOFocused on Dressage Education, Progressive Training and Advancement up the levels of USDF Dressage for mem-bers and their horses. Members are encouraged to set their riding standards high and believe that they can achieve their goals through hard work, dedica-tion, and FUN!
Join today to enjoy great benefits!!• ADU University Program• Scholarship Awards• Annual Awards Programs• Members receive preferred event registration and reduced participation fees• Building and extending the dressage community in Austin and MUCH, MUCH MORE!
• Quarterly Education Dinner & DVD Nights – a new video is featured at each fun event.• USDF Recognized Shows “Blue Hair Special”• Year End Celebration Party• Education Practice Shows, Workshops, Judging & Training Seminars
austindressageunlimited.org [email protected]
Exciting ADU Events coming in 2019/2020:
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San Antonio Fall Dressage I & II
September 5-6, 2020
Labor Day Weekend
Opening date: July 15, 2020 - Closing date: August 14, 2020
Recognition: USEF/USDF 316245 and 317108
Official Qualifying Competitions for 2020 GAIG/USDF Regional Dressage Championship
2020 Southwest Dressage Championship USEF Level 2 Dressage Shows
National Dressage Pony Cup Partner Show
Visit us at www.alamodressage.org
Judges: TBA
Location:
San Antonio Rose Palace San Antonio, TX
Show Secretary: Susan Peacock 405-749.9777
[email protected] www.showsecretary.com
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2020 Membership Application DOC Membership year is December 1, 2019 - November 30, 2020. Benefits include electronic subscription to the monthly newsletter "Transitions" and Group Membership of the United States Dressage Federation (USDF). www.dallasdressage.org
Application type: 0 New O Renewal
Membership type: 0 Individual ($45) 0 Junior ($30) 0 Family - 1 ,1 member ($45) 0 Add'I Family ($22 each) [DR119.3Individuals are eligible as Juniors until the end of the calendar year in which they reach the age of 18. Individuals are eligible as Young Riders from the beginning of the calendar year in which they reach the age of 16 until the end of the calendar year in which they reach the age of 21. Family members must reside at same address]
Return Application and Check Made Payable to Dallas Dressage Club to: Galvin Swift, 4322 Pomona Rd, Dallas TX 75209-2822 or Pay through paypal and email to: [email protected]
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Date of Birth (mm/dd/yy) __________ _ USDF# __________________ _
Address: _________________________________________ _
City, State, ________________________ Zip:. _______________ _
Day Phone: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Evening Phone: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __
Email: ----------------------------------- - - - - --
Membership Directory: 0 Full [name, address, phone, email listed]
0 Name Only
0 Limited [name, city, state]
0 None [not listed in DOC directory]
May the DOC release your address for selected mailings? DYES D NO
USEF Status: 0 Senior Amateur QJunior 0 Senior Professional 0 Foreign Rider
Do you compete in:
0 Recognized Show 0 Schooling Shows 0 Sport Horse 0 Breed Restricted Dressage Shows
Are you interested in Volunteering at DOC Events? 0 Yes 0 No
Liability Release: I hearby release the Dallas Dressage Club, Inc., it's officers, members, employees, and agents from any liability and all claims of every kind (including costs, expenses or attorney fees) that might result from damages, injuries, losses to my person or property during, or in connection with, any show, clinic, event or function, whether or not such damages, injuries, losses result directly from the negligent act of omissions, of the officers, members, employees, or agents of the Dallas Dressage Club, Inc.
Warning- Under Texas Law (Chapter 87, Civil Practice and Remedies Code), an equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities.
Signature (if under 18, must be signed by parents or legal guardian) Date You may pay your Membership through the Dallas Dressage Paypal Account
DOC Office Use Only: Check# _ _ _ _ Amount: $. _ _ _ __ Date Rcvd _ _ _ _ DOC ID#: _ _ _ _
Paypal # ____ Amount: $ _____ Date Rcvd ___ _
The Dallas Dressage Club is a USDF GMO and all members are automatically USDF GMs. For USDF PM, members must apply directly to USDF
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2020 Awards and Qualifying Percentages
Class Adult Amateur Junior/Young Rider Open
Walk Trot (USDF Intro B test) 63% 63% Training Level 61% 61% 64% First Level 60% 60% 63% Second Level 59% 59% 62% Third Level 58% 58% 60% Fourth Level 57% 57% 58% Prix St Georges 57% 57% 58% Intermediare I 57% 57% 58% Intermediare II 57% 57% 58% Grand Prix 57% 57% 58% Musical Freestyle 1st 62% Musical Freestyle 2nd 62% Musical Freestyle 3rd 62% Musical Freestyle 4th 62% Musical Freestyle FEI 60% Pony Championships - Training Level 56% Pony Championships - First Level 56%
AA & OPEN CLASSIC COMBINATION HIGH SCORE (figured by the highest combination of the age of Rider + age of Horse + % Score earned in a SWDC Championship ride).
TOMMY THOMPSON AWARD to the highest % Score earned in a SWDC Championship ride excluding walk-trot and freestyle.
Frequently check our website at www.swdressage.org for updates and information on: 1. Qualifying Percentages 2. Rules for Qualifying, Becoming a Qualifying Competition, Hosting the Championships 3. Sponsors 4. Past Winners 5. Score checks (posted at least three weeks after the last day of competition)
Southwest Dressage Championships
2020 SWDC Board E-mail Addresses
Chairman Treasurer [email protected] [email protected] Rules & By-laws Secretary Qualifying Secretary [email protected] [email protected]
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2020 Board Chairman: Sarah Jane Martin Qualifying Sec: Marilyn Kulifay Rules and Bylaws: Kathy Graves Webmaster: Open Treasurer: Evelyn Angelle At large: Susan Miller Louisiana Contact: Regina Milliken
2019 Division Sponsors $500 Bess Bruton”Love what you do & it will love you–I1 Open Dallas Dressage Club-Third JR/YR Great Southwest Equestrian Center - Grand Prix Open Kolache Factory-PSG JR/YR Leslie Rohrer-LJR Marketing –PSG AA
2019 Classic Combinations $250 Becky Brown-Horsemanship.com Olva Stewart Pharo-Equestrian Portraits 2019 Patch Sponsors $100 Austin Dressage Unlimited BeckyBrownhorsemanship.com Judy Campbell Urban Fort Worth Dressage Club Arlene Gaitan Sherry Guess Cynthia Hall-Live Oaks Lane Farm Haras Dos Cavalieros Richard & Susan Howard-Reiterhof Stables Fran Kehr-Windy Knoll Farm Susan Peacock-ShowSecretary.com
Sponsorships are available for $500 per level/division. Please quickly contact the Chairman to request a spot to get the level and division you want and to be listed on the SWDC website and in the championship program.
Be listed as a Friend of SWDC and help sponsor the 2018 Qualified Rider Patch. This is a $100 listing and we need 15 sponsors to cover the cost of the patches.
Chairman contact information: Sarah Jane Martin P.O. Box 910, Montgomery, Texas 77356 936-443-5811
If you wish to qualify please read our rules on our website www.swdressage.org
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USDF Statement on Animal WelfareThe United States Dressage Federation, Inc. (USDF), a federation of individual members and over 100 independent organizations throughout the United States, supports the concept of ethical treatment of animals.
Dressage is a classical method of training horses, based upon the horse’s natural responses, as carried out in a gradual, planned program during which the horse’s athletic abilities are improved in a systematic manner. As a result, the horse becomes capable, comfortable, and responsive in partnership with the rider without the use of force. Dressage competition at various levels of achievement is the ultimate test of the training program to determine whether the desired harmony between horse and rider has been achieved.
The rules pertaining to dressage competition prohibit the use of artificial appliances, training aids, and drugs, which would force the horse to submit. Instead, the emphasis is upon training and a cooperative partnership with the rider. Major competitions are carefully monitored to assure that there is no unnecessary force or harshness displayed.
Unlike other horse sports in which horses enter training at a relatively immature state, dressage training is usually not seriously begun until the horse is three or four. The top levels of achievement require five or more years of progressive training and it is not unusual to see horses in international competition in their late teens. This, in itself, places a premium on good care and soundness throughout the horse’s life.
While supporting the concept of animal welfare in its broadest form, the United States Dressage Federation, Inc., also recognizes that it is unrealistic to ascribe human emotions and responses to the horse which in its wild state is a creature of flight, living a hard and precarious existence. Under domes-tication, the horse is assured of ample food, water, and shelter, as well as protection against infectious diseases and damaging parasites, thus leading a longer and healthier life with a high rate of survival.
As an educational organization, USDF has numerous programs, which teach people how to pursue the accepted, humane training methods. A program of certifying instructors also emphasizes protecting the horse’s welfare in pursuit of dressage training.
United States Dressage Federation4051 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511
Phone: 859-971-2277, Fax: 859-971-7722, [email protected], www.usdf.org
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Regional Adult Amateur Equitation Program The USDF Regional Adult Amateur Equitation Program recognizes adult amateurs competing in equitation and promotes correct seat, position, and use of the aids in dressage. An Adult Amateur Equitation Regional Final class presented by Big Dee’s Tack and Vet Supply will be held in conjunction with each of the nine USDF Regional Dressage Championship competitions, providing adult amateurs with additional opportunity for recognition.
Adult amateurs wishing to qualify to compete in an Adult Amateur Equitation Regional Final may do so by meeting the following requirements.
Qualifying Requirements To be eligible for the USDF Adult Amateur Equitation Regional Final class, rider must have
a) Earned a score of 70% or higher in any dressage seat equitation class (except walk/trot) at a USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized Dressage competition within the qualifying period of the applicable regional championship.
or b) Qualified to compete in any regional dressage championship class (excluding freestyles).
Membership Requirements � Rider must have a USDF Participating Membership at the time the qualifying score is earned, and at the time of the
Regional Final class.� Rider must be an adult amateur, in accordance with GR1306 of the USEF rules, and be designated with USEF as an adult
amateur when the score is earned, and at the time of the Regional Final class.� Owner must have a USDF Participating or Business Membership when the qualifying score is earned, and at the time of the
Regional Final class.� Horse must have a USDF Lifetime Horse Registration when the qualifying score is earned, and at the time of the Regional
Final class.
The USDF Regional Adult Amateur Equitation Program rules and information can be found on the USDF website.
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Erin Bell Dressage 17530 Old Evans Rd. Selma, TX 78154 and other locations around San Antonio (210) 870-3953 [email protected] www.Erinbelldressage.com Lessons, training, clinics, boarding and breeding
Belleterrehorse Lurena Bell 12035 Anderson Lane Willis, TX 77318 (936) 443-6522 (936) 890-1028 [email protected] www.belleterrehorse.com Lessons, clinics, adult camps
Brookstone Farm Carol Schmickrath 1011 Patriot Way Georgetown, TX 78626 (512) 863-5005 [email protected] Instructing beginners through Grand Prix; USDF Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medalist; “L” graduate with distinction
Becky Brown 1424 El Campo Dr. Dallas, TX 75218 (214) 718-0562 [email protected] beckybrownhorsemanship.com USDF Bronze & Silver Medalist. “L” Graduate with distinction. Certified instructor: Training - 2nd Level. USDF, USEA, USHJA, BHS Lessons/clinics/adult camps
Judy Campbell-Urban and Rick Urban Campbell-Urban Training Center 210-219-5907 [email protected] “L” Graduate USDF Silver Medalist Training, clinics showing Dressage and Eventing thru FEI
Sherry Guess Dressage 18216 S. 397th E. Avenue Porter, OK 74454 (918) 640-1204 [email protected] sherryguessdressage.com Instructing beginners through PSG. “L” Graduate with distinction USDF Bronze Medalist and USDF-Certified Instructor.
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Susan Hancock La Vernia, Texas (541) 231-9438 [email protected] USDF Certified Instructor USDF Silver Medalist
Grace Harris 1208 Wilderness Cover Austin, TX 78746 (512) 699-6718 [email protected] www.waterloodressage.net Instruction, training, and sales; USDF Bronze Medalist, USDF “L” Graduate
Hans Jurgen Boone 9510 Windfern Houston, TX 77064 (713) 899-0155 [email protected] USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist Dressage trainer and coach
Karen McGowin Dressage (713) 569-0124 Horse training, Riding lessons, Showing and Sales 27+ years experience in N.W. Houston
Eva Oldenbroek-Tabor Oldenbroek-Tabor Sporthorses (210) 410-0688 [email protected] www.otsporthorses.com “L” Graduate USDF Gold Medalist
On the Bit Farm Donna Meyer 6811 Honeysuckle Lane Bryan, TX 77808 (979) 739-8607 www.onthebitfarmtexas.com Boarding, Training, Lessons, Clinics Beginners thru Advanced FEI Rider/Trainer, USEF Judge
Benjamin Pfabe (703) 915-8941 [email protected] Training Level through Grand Prix Reg 9 Chef d’ Equipe
Tex-Over Farms, Inc. Paul Kathen & John Mason German Certified Instructor/Trainers 13217 Kidd Road Conroe, TX [email protected] www.tex-overfarms.com (936) 273.2416 (Office) (361) 215-5087 (John) Boarding, Training, Lessons are provided in a park-like setting located off of I-45 between The Woodlands and Conroe.
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Whit Watkins Based at Erika West Dressage 12595 FM 1097 West Willis, TX 77318 (432) 248-0384 [email protected] USDF Bronze, Silver, & Gold Medalist, Dressage Foundation Reg. 9 Teaching Excellence Award Recipient Instruction & training from Beginner thru Grand Prix
Windy Knoll Farm Frank Kehr 32118 Old Hempstead Rd. Magnolia, TX 77355 (713) 703-9433 [email protected] www.windyknolldressage.com Lessons, boarding, training, judging
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Breeders and FacilitiesOak Hill Ranch 79234 Hwy 25 Folsom, LA 70437 (985) 796-3650 [email protected] www.oakhillranch.com
Equine Express (800) 545-9098 www.equineexpress.com Door-to-door, coast-to-coast horse transport service
Renee Hausmann Realtor (210) 386-3115 [email protected] Your Boerne and IH-10 Corridor real estate expert
Margo Marano New Braunfels, TX (484) 354-0159 [email protected] USDF “L” Graduate with Distinction USDF Bronze Medalist Available for judging, clinics and instruction
Sarah Jane Martin, EA Income Tax Preparation P.O. Box 910 Montgomery, TX 77256 (936) 443-5811 [email protected] Specializing in: Non-profit 990s, Partnerships, S Corps, farm and ranch, instructors/trainers
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Region 9 USEF-Licensed JudgesDinah Babcock (S) 13595 Silver Creek Rd. Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (512) 736-7919 [email protected]
Fran Kehr (S) 32118 Old Hempstead Road Magnolia, TX 77355 (713) 703–9433 [email protected]
Marilyn Kulifay (r) P.O. Box 3452 Houston, TX 77253-3452 (713) 861-0761 [email protected]
Julie Madriguera (r) 1301 Blackjack Rd. East Pilot Point, TX 76258-6920 (281) 253-8822 [email protected]
Donna Meyer (r) Western Dressage (R) 6811 Honeysuckle Lane Bryan, TX 77808-7633 (979) 739-8607 [email protected]
Bobbie A. Paulk (R) 2300 Hwy 304 Smithville, TX 78957 (512) 360-5113 [email protected]
Sarah Jane Martin Connemara & Friesian (r), Welsh (R), Western Dressage (r) P.O. Box 910 Montgomery, TX 78737 (936) 443–5811 [email protected]
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Region 9 USEF-Licensed Technical DelegatesBob Cooper (R/M)**r 1409 Blair Court Allen, TX 75002 (214) 495.0344 Home (214) 532.6738 Cell [email protected] www.bobcooperequine.com
Mary Henglein-Mobley (r/M) 1417 Woodlands Dr. Kyle, TX 78640 (813) 245.9444 Cell [email protected]
Susan Howard (R/M) 8403 Zyle Road Austin, TX 78737 (512) 228.0767 Home (512) 423.4424 Cell [email protected]
Marilyn Kulifay (R/M) P.O. Box 3452 Houston, TX 77253 (713) 861.0761 Home [email protected]
Sarah Jane Martin (R/M)* P.O. Box 910 Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 443.5811 Cell [email protected]
Carolyn VandenBerg (R/M) 112 Eden Ranch Drive Canyon Lake, TX 78133 (830) 226.5006 Home (210) 215.2423 Cell [email protected]
M Measurement Certification ** Combined Training Technical Delegate / * C1 & C2 Steward
BECKY BROWNCERTIFIED RIDING INSTRUCTOR
214-718-0562 [email protected]
U.S. Dressage FederationU.S. Eventing Association
U.S. Hunter/Jumper AssociationThe British Horse Society
"L" Graduate with Distinctionwww.BeckyBrownHorsemanship.com
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Region 9 USDF “L” GraduatesCURRENT USDF MEMBERS
COMPLETED USDF EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Gloria Beduhn 2400 Dixie Road Sadler, TX 76264 (214) 537-1018 [email protected]
Lisa Blackmon* 631 Cullins Rd. Rockwall, TX 75032 (940) 367-7499 [email protected]
Becky Brown* 1424 El Campo Dr. Dallas, TX 75218 (214) 718-0562 [email protected]
Celeste Brown* 5154 FM 2484 Salado, TX 76571 (518) 366-6971 [email protected]
Bess Bruton* Lovelady, TX (662) 701-9854 [email protected]
Gabrielle Callahan* Jonesboro, AR (870) 931-8384 [email protected]
Jill Cheever* 405 Roy Breed Road Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (425) 890-9572 [email protected]
Deborah W. Cinotto 399 County Road 3940 Poolville, TX 76487 (817) 319-9815 [email protected]
Roberta A. Clark 16 E 26th Place Tulsa, OK 74114-2420 (918) 605-3263 [email protected]
Leslie E. Cummings 102 Gray Vervain Ct. Montgomery, TX 77316 (832) 386-5596 (C) [email protected]
Kristin Currie-Williams* 7826 CR 802 Burleson, TX 76028 (682) 777-8488 [email protected]
Amy Talley Davis* 923 Exeter Rd. Spicewood, TX 78669 (512) 294-0810 [email protected]
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Bre Dorsett-Tamminga 4201 FM 876 Waxahachie, TX 75167 (903) 714-5800 [email protected]
Lyn Francik 12317 SE 89th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73150-7007 (405) 412-7982 [email protected]
Arlene Boylan Gaitan 8417 FM 1283 Lakehills, TX 78063 (830) 751-2151 [email protected]
Amy B. Ganci* 453 Terry Lane Heath, TX 75032 (214) 850 – 5297 [email protected]
Pam Fowler Grace P.O. Box 152 Chappell Hill, TX 77426 (281) 785-6498 [email protected]
Sherry C. Guess* 18216 S 397th E Avenue Porter, OK 74454-9567 (918) 640-1204 [email protected]
Ashley Hammill 4 Park DeVille San Antonio, TX 78248 (210) 317-1840 [email protected] www.ashleyhammilldressage.com
Julia Handt* Wylie, TX (972) 896-4230 [email protected]
Grace Harris* 1208 Wilderness Cove Austin, TX 78746 (512) 699-6718 [email protected]
Laurie J. Hedlund* 21545 Calen Drive Claremore, OK 74019 (918) 342-0024 [email protected]
Robin A. Hessel* 5417 York Road Stillwater, OK 74074 (405) 747-7121 [email protected]
Rebecca Hicks* 817 Yegua St. Bryan, TX 77801 (518) 744-5884 [email protected]
*Denotes graduate with distinction
Region 9 USDF “L” Graduates (cont.)CURRENT USDF MEMBERS
COMPLETED USDF EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
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Susan W. Howard* 8403 Zyle Rd. Austin, TX 78737 (512) 423-4424 [email protected]
Kay Kamish* 25395 S 4130 Road #B Claremore, OK 74019-0490 (918) 341-5974 (918) 808-6128 (C) [email protected]
Anthea C. Kin* 5201 E 211th St South Mounds, OK 74047-5140 (918) 232-0752 [email protected]
Kathy Knappitsch 290 Hampton Court Fairview, TX 75069 (972) 841-8183 (C) [email protected] www.limeridgefarm.com
Jamie Lawrence* Hernando, MS [email protected]
Mary E. Mahler* 13509 Northwest Ct. Haslet, TX 76052 (817) 439- 1254 [email protected]
Margo Marano* 604 South Academy Ave. New Braunfels, TX 78130 (484) 354 – 0159 [email protected]
Kerrie Matesich* 2804 Meadowbrook Dr. Plano, TX 75075 (614) 519-5782 [email protected] dressageconsult.com
Brenda V. McCall 23650 Round Mountain Circle Leander, TX 78641 (512) 966-0578 [email protected]
Patricia Mojdara 4592 Ranger Creek Boerne, TX 78006 [email protected] www.summersfeldt.com
Marie Morgan 12500 Edwina Blvd. Houston, TX 77045-4800 (713) 433-9817 [email protected]
Eva Oldenbroek-Tabor* P.O. Box 171 Medina, TX 78055 (210) 410-0688 [email protected]
*Denotes graduate with distinction
Region 9 USDF “L” Graduates (cont.)CURRENT USDF MEMBERS
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Barbara A. Richardson-Lewis* 169 CR 2397 Winnsboro, TX 75494-9556 (903) 439-7717 [email protected]
Shelley Rosenberg 3019 Eagle Lake Dr. Pearland, TX 77581 (520) 419-6467 [email protected] www.myhorsesmyhealers.com
Suzan A. Saylor 248 Heritage Trail South Bellville, TX 77418-9337 (979) 865-0103 [email protected]
Carol Schmickrath* Brookstone Farm 1011 Patriot Way Georgetown, TX 78626 (512) 863-5005 (512) 940-2841 (c) [email protected] Brookstonefarmdressage.weebly.com
Carole Anne Smith* 1100 Biscayne Dr. Little Rock, AR 72227 (870) 615-4677 [email protected]
Lori Snider* 650 CR 129 Taylor, TX 76574 (512) 694-8200 [email protected]
Danielle “Dani” Stout-Criswell 13908 Alliance Ct. Haslet, TX 76052 (817) 319-8245 [email protected]
Kim L. Thompson-Hoblit 1391 CR 668 Alvin, TX 77511 (281) 756-8461 [email protected]
*Denotes graduate with distinction
Region 9 USDF “L” Graduates (cont.)CURRENT USDF MEMBERS
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CERTIFIED TRAINING THROUGH FIRST/SECOND LEVELS
ASSOCIATE INSTRUCTORS
Laurie J. Hedlund P.O. Box 3176 Claremore, OK 74018 (918) 342.0024 www.hedlunddressage.com [email protected]
Mary E. Mahler 13509 Northwest Ct Haslet, TX 76052 (817) 439.1254 [email protected]
Becky Brown 1424 El Campo Dr. Dallas, TX 75218 (214) 718-0562 [email protected]
Nancy Burba 4511 Noble Road Stillwater, OK 74075 (225) 938.0390 [email protected]
Sherry Guess Porter, OK 74454 (918) 640.1204 [email protected]
Ashley Hammill 4 Park DeVille San Antonio, TX 78248 (210) 492.6722 [email protected]
Susan Hancock La Vernia, TX 78121-4261 (541) 231-9438 [email protected]
Patricia Mojdara 633 Scenic Pass Pipe Creek San Antonio, TX 78063 (210) 632.3950 [email protected]
Marie Morgan 12500 Edwina Blvd Houston, TX 77045-4800 (713) 433.9817 [email protected]
Michele Voorhees 6809 Stousland Road College Station, TX 77845-6901 (979) 492.1393 [email protected]
Cindy Franchek Dallas, TX (713) 320.1578 www.awstables.com
Donna Meyer 6811 Honeysuckle Ln. Bryan, TX 77808 (979) 739.8607 [email protected]
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BROOKSTONE FARMDressage Training Center & Tack Shop
Breeders of Dutch Warmblood Sport Horses
Lessons • Training • Sales .26 Miles North of Austin in Historic Georgetown
Richard & Carol Schmickrath1011 Patriot Way 512-863-5005 Georgetown, TX 78626 [email protected]
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Margo MaranoUSDF L Graduate With Distinction
USDF Bronze Medalist
Available for judging, clinics and instructionLocated in New Braunfels, TXContact for further information
Feeling creative? Submit your design for Region 9’s Annual T-shirt Contest. Shirts with the winning design will be sold to support Region 9 programs and grants. Entries are due to the Regional Director by July 15.
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The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) has interpreted the dressage training scale in the pyramid shown above. It illustrates the sequential manner in which training should progress, with rhythm and energy at the base of the pyramid and collection at its peak.
Despite its appearance, the training scale is not meant to be rigid or linear. Instead, each level is built on, returned to, and improved as the horse progresses. For example, the work of an upper level horse involves as much refining of the relaxation and connection stages of the pyramid as perfecting collection.
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In other words, the horse should demonstrate correct basics in order to compete at that level. So what exactly are those elusive basics?
The basics are clearly and concisely
explained in the pyramid of training, which has been updated along with the USDF Glossary of Judging Terms and the 2019 USDF and US Equestrian dres-sage tests. Let’s go over the pyramid, with special emphasis on the revisions.
How the Pyramid WorksFirst, it’s important to understand that the steps and concepts contained in the pyramid of training are• Required for the correct training
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beginning of dressage training, we are working toward the goals of each step on the pyramid—on the rhythm of each gait, on suppleness with elasticity and relaxation, on acceptance of the aids, with impulsion, engagement, through-ness, obedience, and straightness. All the time, with every horse at every level, we are addressing balance and an increasing lightness of the forehand.
Climbing the Pyramid: The Steps Explained
The main headings in the 2019 revision are Rhythm, Suppleness, Contact, Impulsion, Straightness, and Col-lection. Each heading is followed by a brief parenthetical description: the definitions in the 2019 Glossary of Judging Terms, which summarize the concepts that accompany each step on the pyramid. Along with each step is a meaningful paragraph or two of explanation. To get the most out of your study of the pyramid of training, pay attention to the explanations of the words in the pyramid.
The first step on the pyramid is Rhythm (Regularity and Tempo.) Rhythm is the characteristic sequence of footfalls and timing of a pure walk, pure trot, and pure canter. The tempo must be consistent and appropriate to the horse, and the horse should be in balance and self-carriage suitable to the level being shown. Dressage training should enhance the gaits, with correct tempo and balance allowing increased freedom and elasticity. Quality of the gaits is often the first directive idea of each movement.
The two major changes in the 2019 pyramid update are the replacement of Relaxation with Suppleness on the second step, and the replacement of Connection with Contact on the third step. Let’s look at these terms in more detail.
Relaxation has to do with the horse’s mental and physical state. Men-tal relaxation (freedom from anxiety) is a positive quality. A horse’s physical
The New Pyramid of TrainingThe time-tested “training scale” has some wording changes. Here’s what’s new in the 2019 update.
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UPDATED WORDING, SAME GOAL: The pyramid of training aims to guide dressage training correctly
Collection(Balance and Lightness of the Forehand
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Impulsion(Engagement and the Desire to Go Forward)
Suppleness(Elasticity and Freedom from Anxiety)
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USDF Introductory Level Tests This unique series of tests provides an opportunity for the horse and/or rider new to dressage to demonstrate elementary skills. The tests have been designed to encourage correct performance and to prepare the horse for the transition to the USEF tests.
PURPOSE To introduce the rider and/or horse to the sport of dressage. To show understanding of riding the horse forward with a steady tempo into an elastic contact with independent, steady hands and a correctly balanced seat. To show proper geometry of figures in the arena with correct bend (corners and circles).
INSTRUCTION n All trot work to be ridden rising. Transitions from walk to trot and
trot to walk may be performed through sitting trot with the objective of performing a smooth transition.
n Turns from center line to long side and long side to center line should be ridden as a half circle, touching the track at a point midway between the center line and the corner, and vice versa.
COMMENTn Horses should be ridden on a light but steady contact, with the
exception of the free walk in which the horse is allowed complete freedom to stretch neck forward and downward.
COLLECTIVE MARKS FOR USDF TESTSn Gaits (freedom and regularity). x1n Impulsion (desire to move forward with suppleness of the back
and steady tempo). x1n Submission (acceptance of steady contact, attention and
confidence). x2n Rider’s position (keeping in balance with horse). x1n Rider’s effectiveness of aids (correct bend and preparation of
transitions). x1n Geometry and accuracy (correct size and shape of circles
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Tests A and B Requirements Free walk Medium walk Working trot rising 20 meter circle Halt through walk
Tests C Requirements Free walk Medium walk Working trot rising Working canter 20 meter circle Halt through walk
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INTRODUCTORY TEST A, WALK-TROTTEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. ABetween X & C
Enter working trot rising. Medium walk
Straightness on centerline and in transition; clear trot and walk rhythm.
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Track rightWorking trot rising
Balance and bend in turn. Quality of transition.
3. A Circle right 20m, working trot rising Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.
4. K-X-M Change rein Clear trot rhythm and straightness on diagonal; bend through corners.
5. C Circle left 20m, working trot rising Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.
6. Between C & H
Medium walk Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm.
7. H-X-F Free walk Complete freedom to stretch neck forward and downward; clear walk rhythm, straightness on the diagonal; ground cover.
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Medium walkDown centerline
Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm, bending in corner and turn. Straightness on centerline.
9. X Halt, salute Straightness; willing, balanced transition at halt.
Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.
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INTRODUCTORY TEST B, WALK-TROTTEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trot rising. Halt through medium walk. Salute - Proceed working trot rising.
Straightness on centerline and in transitions; clear trot and walk rhythm.
2. C Track left, working trot rising Balance and bend in turn.
3. E Circle left 20m working trot rising Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.
4. Between K & A
Medium walk Willing and balanced transition; walk rhythm
5. F-E Free walk Complete freedom to stretch neck forward and downward; clear walk rhythm, straightness on the diagonal; ground cover.
6. E-H Medium walk Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm.
7. Between H & C
Working trot rising Willing and balanced transition; clear trot rhythm.
8. B Circle right 20m working trot rising Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.
9. AX
Down centerlineHalt, salute
Straightness on centerline; willing, balanced transition and halt.
Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.
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INTRODUCTORY TEST C, WALK-TROT-CANTERTEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trot rising. Halt through medium walk. Salute - Proceed working trot rising.
Straightness on centerline and in transitions; clear trot rhythm.
2. C Track right, working trot rising Balance and bend in turn.
3. B Circle right 20m Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
4. A
Before A
Circle right 20 meters devel-oping working canter in first quarter ofthe circle, right lead. Working trot rising.
Roundness and size of circle; clear canter rhythm and bend.
5. (Transition in and out of canter) Balance and smoothness.
6. K-X-M Change rein, working trot rising Trot rhythm and straightness on diagonal; bend through corners
7. E Circle left 20m Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.
8. A
Before A
Circle left 20 meters developing working canter in first quarter of the circle, left lead. Working trot rising.
Roundness and size of circle; clear canter rhythm and bend.
9. (Transition in & out of canter) Balance and smoothness.
10. Between F & B
Medium walk Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm.
11. B-HH
Free walkMedium walk
Complete freedom to stretch neck forward and downward; clear walk rhythm, straightness on the diagonal; ground cover. Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm.
12. Between C & M
Working trot rising to A Willing and balanced transition; clear trot rhythm.
13. AX
Down centerlineHalt, salute
Straightness on centerline; willingness, balanced transition and halt.
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USEF Training Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, is supple and moves freely forward in a clear rhythm with a steady tempo, accepting contact with the bit.
COLLECTIVE MARKS FOR ALL USEF TESTSn Gaits (freedom and regularity). x1n Impulsion (Desire to move forward, elasticity of the steps, suppleness
of the back, engagement of the hindquarters). x2n Submission (Willing cooperation, harmony, attention and confidence,
acceptance of bit and aids, straightness, lightness of forehand and ease of movements). x2
n Rider’s position and seat (Alignment, posture, stability, weight placement, following mechanics of the gaits). x1
n Rider’s correct and effective use of aids (Clarity, subtlety, independence, accuracy of test). x1
COMMENTSAll trot work may be ridden sitting or rising, unless stated. Halts may be through the walk.
TRAINING LEVEL TEST 1Introduce: Working trot; working canter; medium walk; free walk; 20m circles in trot and canter.
TRAINING LEVEL TEST 2Introduce: Stretch circle in trot.
TRAINING LEVEL TEST 3Introduce: Serpentine in trot.
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USEF TRAINING LEVEL TEST 1TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute Proceed working trot
Regularity and quality of trot; willing, calm transitions; straight, attentive halt; immobile (min. 3 seconds)
2. CE
Track leftCircle left 20m
Regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in turn and circle; shape and size of circle
2
3. A Circle left 20m developing left lead canter in first quarter of circle
Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
4. A-F-B Working canter Regularity and quality of canter; bend in corner; straightness
5. Between B & M
Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; straightness
2
6. C Medium walk Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of walk 2
7. E-FF
Change rein, free walkMedium walk
Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, calm transitions
2
8. A Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in corner; straightness
9. E Circle right 20m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
2
10. C Circle right 20m developing right lead canter in first quarter of circle
Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
11. C-M-B Working canter Regularity and quality of canter; bend in corner; straightness
12. Between B & F
Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; straightness
2
13. AX
Down centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; willing, calm transition; straight, attentive halt; immobile (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF TRAINING LEVEL TEST 2TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute Proceed working trot
Regularity and quality of trot; willing, calm transitions; straight, attentive halt; immobile (min. 3 seconds)
2. CB
Track rightCircle right 20m
Regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in turn and circle; shape and size of circle
3. K-X-M Change rein Regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend in corner 2
4. Between C & H
Working canter left lead Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; bend in corner; straightness
2
5. E Circle left 20m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
6. Between E & K
Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits, straightness
7. A
Before AA
Circle left 20m rising trot, allowing the horse to stretch forward and downwardShorten the reinsWorking trot
Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light contact, maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; shape and size of circle; willing, calm transitions
2
8. Between A & FF-E
Medium walk
Change rein, medium walk
Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of walk 2
9. E-MM
Change rein, free walkMedium walk
Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, calm transitions
2
10. C Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot
11. E Circle left 20m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
12. F-X-H Change rein Regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend in corner 2
13. Between C & M
Working canter right lead Regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend in corner 2
14. B Circle right 20m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
15. Between B & F
Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits, straightness
16. AX
Down centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; willing, calm transition; straight, attentive halt; immobile (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF TRAINING LEVEL TEST 3TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute Proceed working trot
Regularity and quality of trot; willing, calm transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CH-X-F
Track leftChange rein
Regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend and balance in turns
3. A-C Serpentine with 3 equal loops width of the arena
Regularity and quality of trot; supple changes of bend on centerline; geometry; balance
2
4. Between C & M
Working canter right lead Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; bend and balance in corner; straightness
5. B Circle right 20m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
6. A Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in corner
2
7. Before KK-E
Medium walkMedium walk
Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of walk 2
8. E-MM
Change rein, free walkMedium walk
Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, calm transitions; bend and balance in corner
2
9. C Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in corner; straightness
10. C-A Serpentine 3 equal loops width of the arena
Regularity and quality of trot; supple changes of bend on centerline; geometry; balance
2
11. Between A-F
Working canter left lead Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; bend and balance in corner; straightness
12. B Circle left 20m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
13. C Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in corner; straightness
2
14. E
Before EE
Circle left 20m in rising trot allowing horse to stretch forward and downward, while maintaining contactShorten the reinsWorking trot
Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light contact, maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; shape and size of circle; willing, calm transitions
2
15. AX
Down center lineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; willing, calm transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF First Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, and in addition to the requirements of Training Level, has developed the thrust to achieve improved balance and throughness and maintains a more consistent con-tact with the bit.
COLLECTIVE MARKS FOR ALL USEF TESTSn Gaits (freedom and regularity). x1n Impulsion (Desire to move forward, elasticity of the steps, suppleness
of the back, engagement of the hindquarters). x2n Submission (Willing cooperation, harmony, attention and confidence,
acceptance of bit and aids, straightness, lightness of forehand and ease of movements). x2
n Rider’s position and seat (Alignment, posture, stability, weight placement, following mechanics of the gaits). x1
n Rider’s correct and effective use of aids (Clarity, subtlety, independence, accuracy of test). x1
COMMENTSAll trot work may be ridden sitting or rising, unless stated.
FIRST LEVEL TEST 1Introduce: 10m half circle at trot; 15m circle in canter; lengthening of stride in trot and canter.
FIRST LEVEL TEST 2Introduce: Leg yield.
FIRST LEVEL TEST 3Introduce: 10m circle at trot; change of lead through trot; counter canter.
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USEF FIRST LEVEL TEST 1TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute Proceed working trot
Regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CE-X
Track leftHalf circle left 10m, returning to track at H
Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of half circle; bend; balance; straightness
3. B-X Half circle right 10m, returning to track at M Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of half circle; bend; balance; straightness
4. C
BEFORE CC
Circle left 20m rising trot, allowing the horse to stretch forward and downward while maintaining contactShorten the reinsWorking trot
Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light contact, maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; shape and size of circle; willing, clear transitions
2
5. H-PP
Change rein, lengthen stride in trotWorking trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of trot; straightness; consistent tempo; willing, clear transitions, bend and balance in corner
6. A Medium walk Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of walk; bend and balance in corner; straightness
2
7. V-RR
Change rein, free walkMedium walk
Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, clear transitions
2
8. MC
Working trotWorking canter left lead
Willing, clear transitions; regularity and quality of gaits; bend and balance in corners
2
9. H-V Lengthen stride in canter Willing, clear transition; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; straightness; consistent tempo
10. V Circle left 15m. Develop working canter in first half of circle.
Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
11. F-X-HX
Change reinWorking trot
Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of gaits; bend and balance in corner straightness
12. C Working canter right lead Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; bend and balance in corner
2
13. M-P Lengthen stride in canter Willing, clear transition; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; straightness; consistent tempo
14. P Circle right 15m. Develop working canter in first half of circle.
Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
15. A Working trot Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend and balance in corner
16. K-RR
Change rein, lengthen stride in trotWorking trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of trot; straightness; consistent tempo; willing, clear transitions; bend and balance in corners
17. EXG
Half circle left 10mDown centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in half circle; regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF FIRST LEVEL TEST 2TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, Proceed working trot
Regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CM-VV
Track rightChange rein, lengthen stride in trotWorking trot
Bend and balance in turns; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; consistent tempo
3. K-DD-L
Half circle left 10mWorking trot
Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of half circle; bend; balance; straightness on centerline
4. L-M Leg yield right Regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo; alignment; balance and flow
2
5. H-PP
Change rein, lengthen stride in trotWorking trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; consistent tempo
6. F-DD-L
Half circle right 10mWorking trot
Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of half circle; bend; balance; straightness on centerline
7. L-H Leg yield left Regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo; alignment; balance and flow
2
8. C Medium walk Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of walk,bend and balance in corner
2
9. M-VV
Change rein, free walkMedium walk
Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, clear transitions
2
10. KA
Working trotWorking canter left lead
Willing, calm transitions; regularity and quality of gaits; bend and balance in corners
11. P Circle left 15m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
12. P-M Lengthen stride in canter Willing, clear transition; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; straightness; consistent tempo
2
13. BETWEEN M & C
Develop working canter Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of canter, bend in corners
14. H-X-FX
Change reinWorking trot
Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of gaits; straightness
15. F Working canter right lead Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of canter; bend in corners
16. V Circle right 15m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
17. V-H Lengthen stride in canter Willing, clear transition; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; straightness; consistent tempo
2
18. BETWEEN H & C
Develop working canter Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter, bend and balance in corners
19. M Working trot Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of trot, straightness
20. B
BEFORE BB
Circle right 20m rising trot, allowing the horse to stretch forward and downward while maintaining contractShorten the reinsWorking trot
Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light contact, maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; shape and size of circle; willing, clear transitions
2
21. AX
Down centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF FIRST LEVEL TEST 3TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, Proceed working trot
Regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CH-X-FF
Track rightChange rein, lengthen stride in trotWorking trot
Bend and balance in turns; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; consistent tempo
3. V-I Leg yield right Regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo; alignment; balance and flow
2
4. IIC
Circle left 10mStraight aheadTrack left
Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance; straightness on centerline
5. S-L Leg yield left Regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo; alignment; balance and flow
2
6. LLA
Circle rightStraight aheadTrack right
Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance; straightness on centerline
7. E
BEFORE EE
Circle right 20m rising trot, allowing the horse to stretch forward and downward while maintaining contact Shorten the reins Working trot
Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light contact, maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; shape and size of circle; willing, clear transitions
2
8. H Medium walk Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of walk; bend; balance; straightness
2
9. M-VV
Change rein, free walkMedium walk
Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, clear transitions
2
10. KA
Working trotWorking canter left lead
Willing, calm transitions; regularity and quality of gaits; bend and balance in corner
11. F-X-M One loop maintaining left lead Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of loop; positioning; balance
2
12. C Circle left 15m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
13. H-V Lengthen stride in canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; willing, clear transition; straightness; consistent tempo
14. V Working canter Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; bend and balance in corners
15. F-X-HX
Change reinChange of lead through trot
Willing, clear transitions; regularity and quality of gaits; straightness
16. M-X-F One loop maintaining right lead Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of loop; positioning; balance
2
17. A Circle right 15m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
18. K-S Lengthen stride in canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; willing, clear transition; straightness; consistent tempo
19 S Working canter Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; bend and balance in corner
20. C Working trot Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend and balance in corner
21. M-X-KK
Lengthen stride in trotWorking trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; consistent tempo
22. AX
Down centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF Second Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, and having achieved the thrust required in First Level, now accepts more weight on the hindquarters (collection); moves with an uphill tendency, especially in the medium gaits; and is reliably on the bit. A greater degree of straightness, bending, suppleness, throughness, balance and self-carriage is required than at First Level.
COLLECTIVE MARKS FOR ALL USEF TESTSn Gaits (freedom and regularity). x1n Impulsion (Desire to move forward, elasticity of the steps, suppleness
of the back, engagement of the hindquarters). x2n Submission (Willing cooperation, harmony, attention and confidence,
acceptance of bit and aids, straightness, lightness of forehand and ease of movements). x2
n Rider’s position and seat (Alignment, posture, stability, weight placement, following mechanics of the gaits). x1
n Rider’s correct and effective use of aids (Clarity, subtlety, independence, accuracy of test). x1
SECOND LEVEL TEST 1Introduce: Walk-canter transitions; collected and medium trot and canter, 10m circle at canter; shoulder-in; rein back.
SECOND LEVEL TEST 2Introduce: Travers; half turn on haunches; simple changes.
SECOND LEVEL TEST 3Introduce: Counter canter in serpentine.
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USEF SECOND LEVEL TEST 1TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, Proceed working trot
Engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear, balanced transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CH-PP
Track leftChange rein, medium trotCollected trot
Bend and balance in turns; moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance
3. P-K (Transitions H and P) Collected trot Clear, balanced transitions; consistent tempo
4. K-EE
Shoulder-in rightTurn left
Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 2
5. BB-M
Turn leftShoulder-in left
Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 2
6. C Halt, rein back 3 to 4 steps. Proceed medium walk.
Immobility; willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; straightness; clear transitions
2
7. C-S Medium walk Regularity and quality of walk 28. S-F
FChange rein, free walkMedium walk
Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; clear, balanced transitions
2
9. BEFORE AA
Shorten stride in walkCollected canter right lead
Clear, balanced transition; regularity and quality of gaits
10. K-SS
Medium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear balanced transitions
11. C Circle right 10m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
12. M-EE-V
Change reinCounter canter
Regularity, quality and balance of canter; straightness 2
13. VK
Collected trotMedium walk
Regularity and quality of gaits; clear, balanced transitions
14. BEFORE AA
Shorten stride in walkCollected canter left lead
Clear, balanced transition; regularity and quality of gaits
15. F-RR
Medium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear balanced transitions
16. C Circle left 10m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance
17. H-BB-P
Change reinCounter canter
Regularity, quality and balance of canter; straightness 2
18. PF
Collected trotMedium walk
Regularity and quality of gaits; clear, balanced transitions
19 BEFORE AA
Shorten stride in walkCollected canter right lead
Clear, balanced transition; regularity and quality of gaits
20. EE-H-C-M
Collected trotCollected trot
Clear, balanced transition; quality of trot; consistent tempo
21. M-VV
Change rein, medium trotCollected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance
22. V-A (Transitions M and V) Collected trot Clear, balanced transitions; consistent tempo 23. A
XDown centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear, balanced transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF SECOND LEVEL TEST 2TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, Proceed collected trot
Engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear, balanced transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CM-B
Track rightShoulder-in right
Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot
3. B-XX-E
Half circle right 10mHalf circle left 10m
Shape and size of half circles; supple change of bend on centerline; balance and quality of trot
4. E-K Travers left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 2
5. F-B Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot
6. B-XX-E
Half circle left 10mHalf circle right 10m
Shape and size of half circles; supple change of bend on centerline; balance and quality of trot
7. E-H Traves right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 28. M-V
VChange rein, medium trotCollected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance
9. V-X-A (Transitions M & V) Collected trot Clear, balanced straight transitions; quality of trot; consistent tempo
10. A Halt, rein back 3 to 4 steps, proceed medium walk
Immobility; willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; straightness; clear transitions
2
11. F-SS
Change rein, free walkMedium walk
Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; clear, balanced transitions
2
12. HBETWEEN G & M
Turn rightShorten stride, half turn on haunches right, proceed medium walk
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
13. BETWEEN G & HM
Shorten stride, half turn on haunches left, proceed medium walkTurn left
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
14. (Medium walk) [SHG(M)G(H)GMC] Regularity and quality of walk 2
15. BEFORE CC
Shorten stride in walkCollected canter left lead
Clear, balanced straight transition; regularity and quality of gaits
16. H-VV
Medium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear, balanced transitions
17-19 A-C Serpentine 3 equal loops, width of arena, simple changes of lead over centerline
17 (Score for first simple change) Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits
18 (Score for second simple change) Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits
19 (Score for first quality of serpentine) Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits
20. H-BB-F
Change reinCounter canter
Regularity, quality and balance of canter; straightness 2
21. FBEFORE AA
Medium walk Shorten the stride of walk; Collected canter right lead
Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits
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USEF SECOND LEVEL TEST 222. K-S
SMedium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear, balanced transitions
23. M-EE-K
Change reinCounter canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear, balanced transitions
2
24. K Collected trot Clear, balanced straight transition; regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo
25. AD-I
Down centerlineMedium trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; clear,
26. I Collected trot Clear, balanced straight transition; regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo
27. G Halt, salute Engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear balanced transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF SECOND LEVEL TEST 3TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, Proceed collected trot
Engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear, balanced transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CH-X-FF
Track leftChange rein, medium trotCollected trot
Bend and balance in turns; moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance
3. F-A-K (Transitions H and F) Collected trot Clear, balanced transitions; regularity and quality of gait; consistent tempo 24. K-E Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 5. E Circle right 10m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 6. E-H Travers right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 7. M-X-K
KChange rein, medium trotCollected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance
8. K-A-F (Transitions M and K) Collected trot Clear, balanced transitions; regularity and quality of gait; consistent tempo 29. F-B Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 10. B Circle left 10m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 11. B-M Travers left Angle; bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 12. C Halt, rein back 3-4 steps, proceed medium
walkImmobility; willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; straightness; clear transitions
2
13. HBETWEEN G & M
Turn leftShorten the stride, half turn on haunches left, proceed medium walk
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
2
14. BETWEEN G & HM
Shorten the stride, half turn on haunches rightProceed medium walk, turn right
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
2
15. (Medium walk) [CHG(M)G(H)GMR] Regularity and quality of walk 16. R-V
VChange rein, free walkMedium walk
Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; clear, balanced transitions
2
17. BEFORE KK
Shorten the stride in walkCollected canter left lead
Clear, balanced straight transition; regularity and quality of gaits
18. F-MM
Medium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance
19 M-C (Transitions F and M) Collected canter Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of canter; consistent tempo
20. C-A Serpentine 3 equal loops, width of the arena, no change of lead
Regularity, quality and balance of canter; positioning; geometry
21. F-ELE-H-C-M
Change reinSimple canterCollected canter
Clear, balanced, straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits 2
22. M-FF
Medium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance
23. F-A (Transitions at M and F) Collected canter Clear, balanced, straight transitions; regularity and quality of canter; consistent tempo
24. A-C Serpentine 3 equal loops, width of the arena, no change of lead
Regularity, quality and balance of canter; positioning; geometry
25. M-EIE-K
Change reinSimple changeCollected canter
Clear, balanced, straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits 2
26. K Collected trot Clear, balanced, straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits 27. A
XDown centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear balanced transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF Third Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, and having begun to develop an uphill balance at Second Level, now demonstrates increased engagement, especially in the extended gaits. Transitions between collect-ed, medium and extended gaits should be well defined and performed with engagement. The horse should be reliably on the bit and show a greater degree of straightness, bending, suppleness, throughness, balance and self-carriage than at Second Level.
COLLECTIVE MARKS FOR ALL USEF TESTSn Gaits (freedom and regularity). x1n Impulsion (Desire to move forward, elasticity of the steps, suppleness
of the back, engagement of the hindquarters). x2n Submission (Willing cooperation, harmony, attention and confidence,
acceptance of bit and aids, straightness, lightness of forehand and ease of movements). x2
n Rider’s position and seat (Alignment, posture, stability, weight placement, following mechanics of the gaits). x1
n Rider’s correct and effective use of aids (Clarity, subtlety, independence, accuracy of test). x1
THIRD LEVEL TEST 1Introduce: Extended gaits; half pass at trot; single flying change.
THIRD LEVEL TEST 2Introduce: Renvers, release of reins at canter, half pass at canter.
THIRD LEVEL TEST 3Introduce: Reinback to trot.
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USEF THIRD LEVEL TEST 1TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, proceed collected trot
Engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CS-V
Track leftShoulder-in left
Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage
3. V-LL-H
Half circle left 10mHalf pass left
Shape and size of half circle; alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and self-carriage
2
4. R-P Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 5. P-L
L-MHalf circle right 10mHalf pass right
Shape and size of half circle; alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and self-carriage
2
6. H-X-FF
Medium trotCollected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
7. A Halt, rein back 4 steps, proceed medium walk Immobility, willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; straightness; clear transitions
2
8. K-RR
Change rein, extended walkMedium walk
Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of shoulder; stretching to the bit; clear transitions
2
9. MBETWEEN G & H
Turn leftShorten stride, half turn on haunches left; proceed medium walk
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
10. BETWEEN G & MH
Shorten stride, half turn on haunches right; proceed medium walkTrack right
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
11. (medium walk) [RMG(H)G(M)GHC] Regularity and quality of the walk 212. BEFORE C
CShorten the stride in walkCollected canter right lead
Well defined transition; regularity and self- carriage; engagement and quality of canter
13. M-FF
Medium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
14. V Circle right 10m Shape and size of circle; bend; engagement and self-carriage
15. V-R Change rein, flying change of lead between centerline and R
Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and self-carriage
2
16. H-KK
Extended canterCollected canter
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity, engagement, suspension; straightness and uphill balance
17. K-A-P (Transitions H and K) Collected canter Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 18. P Circle left 10m Shape and size of circle; bend; engagement and self-carriage
19 P-S Change rein, flying change of lead between centerlline and S
Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and self-carriage
2
20. C Collected trot Well defined, balanced transition; engagement and collection
21. M-X-KK
Extended trotCollected trot
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity, engagement, suspension; straightness and uphill balance
22. K-A (Transitions M and K) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 23. A
XDown centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF THIRD LEVEL TEST 2TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, proceed collected trot
Engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CM-X-KK
Track rightChange rein, medium trotCollected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
3. F-B Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 4. B-M Renvers right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 25. H-X-F
FChange rein, extended trotCollected trot
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity, engagement, suspension; straightness and uphill balance
2
6. F-A-K (Transitions H and F) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 7. K-E Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage
8. E-H Renvers left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 29. C
MBETWEEN G & H
Medium walkTurn rightShorten stride, half turn on haunches right; proceed medium walk
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
10. BETWEEN G & MH
Shorten stride, half turn on haunches left; proceed medium walkTurn left
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
11. (medium walk) [CMG(H)G(M)GHS] Regularity and quality of the walk 212. S-P
PChange rein, extended walkMedium walk
Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of shoulder; stretching to the bit; well-defined transitions
2
13. BEFORE FF
Shorten the stride in walkCollected canter right lead
Well defined transition; regularity and self-carriage; engagement and quality of gaits
14. AD-R
Down centerlineHalf pass right
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and self-carriage
15. BETWEEN R & M
Flying change of lead Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and self-carriage
2
16. H-KK
Medium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement; elasticity; suspension; straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
17. AD-S
Down centerlineHalf pass left
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and self-carriage
18. BETWEEN S & H
Flying change of lead Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and self-carriage
2
19 C Circle right 20m, showing a clear release of both reins for 4-5 strides over centerline
Clear release of reins maintaining self- carriage; engagement and collection; shape, size, and bend of circle
2
20. M-FF
Extended canterCollected canter
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity; engagement; suspension; straightness and uphill balance
2
21. F-A (Transitions M and F) Collected canter Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 22. A
LI
Down centerlineCollected trotHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; engagement, self-carriage and quality of gaits; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF THIRD LEVEL TEST 3TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, proceed collected trot
Engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CH-X-FF
Track leftChange rein, medium trotCollected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
3. K-E Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 4. E-X
X-BHalf circle right 10mHalf circle left 10m
Shape and size of half circles; supple change of bend on centerline; engagement and self-carriage
5. B-GC
Half pass leftTrack right
Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and self-carriage
2
6. M-X-KK
Change rein, extended trotCollected trot
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity; engagement; suspension; straightness and uphill balance
7. K-A (Transitions M and K) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance
8. A Halt, rein back 4 steps; proceed collected trot Immobility, willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; straightness; well defined transitions
9. F-B Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 10. B-X
X-EHalf circle left 10mHalf circle right 10m
Shape and size of half circles; supple change of bend on centerline; engagement and self-carriage
11. E-GC
Half pass rightTrack left
Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and self-carriage
2
12. BETWEEN C & HHBETWEEN G & M
Medium walk
Turn leftShorten stride, half turn on haunches left; proceed medium walk
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
13. BETWEEN G & HM
Shorten stride, half turn on haunches right; proceed medium walkTurn right
Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of hind legs; bend and fluency in turn
14. (Medium walk) [CHG(M)G(H)DMR] Regularity and quality of walk 2
15. R-VV
Change rein, extended walkMedium walk
Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of shoulders; stretching to the bit; well defined transitions
2
16. BEFORE KK
Shorten the stride in walkCollected canter left lead
Well defined transition; regularity and self- carriage; engagement and quality of gaits
17. F-XX-I
Half pass leftCollected canter
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and self-carriage
2
18. I-SS-F
Half circle left 10mChange rein, flying change of lead near centerline
Shape and size of half circle; bend; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and self-carriage
2
19 K-XX-I
Half pass rightCollected canter
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and self-carriage
2
20. I-RR-K
Half circle right 10mChange rein, flying change of lead near centerline
Shape and size of half circle; bend; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and self-carriage
2
21. F-MM
Extended canterCollected canter
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity; engagement; suspension; straightness and uphill balance
22. M-C-H (Transitions F and M) Collected canter Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 23. H Collected trot Well defined, balanced transition; engagement and collection 24. E
XG
Turn leftTurn leftHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turns; engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF Fourth Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, and has developed suffi-cient suppleness, impulsion and throughness to perform the Fourth Level tests which have a medium degree of difficulty. The horse remains reliably on the bit, showing a clear uphill balance and lightness as a result of improved engagement and collection. The movements are performed with greater straightness, energy and cadence than at Third Level.
NOTE: Double Bridle Optional
COLLECTIVE MARKS FOR ALL USEF TESTSn Gaits (freedom and regularity). x1n Impulsion (Desire to move forward, elasticity of the steps, suppleness
of the back, engagement of the hindquarters). x2n Submission (Willing cooperation, harmony, attention and confidence,
acceptance of bit and aids, straightness, lightness of forehand and ease of movements). x2
n Rider’s position and seat (Alignment, posture, stability, weight placement, following mechanics of the gaits). x1
FOURTH LEVEL TEST 1Introduce: Collected walk; very collected canter; walk pirouettes; multiple flying changes on diagonal .
FOURTH LEVEL TEST 2Introduce: Counter change of hand in trot and canter; tempi changes every fourth stride; working partial pirouettes in canter.
FOURTH LEVEL TEST 3Introduce: Tempi changes every third stride; 10m half circle in counter canter; half working pirouettes in canter.
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USEF FOURTH LEVEL TEST 1TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, proceed collected trot
Engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CH-X-FOVER X F
Track leftChange rein, medium trot6-7 steps collected trot; Collected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; regularity and activity in collected steps; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
2
3. K-X Half pass right Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection 4. X Circle right 10m Shape and size of circle; bend; balance; engagement and quality of trot 5. X-G
CShoulder-in rightTrack right
Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 2
6. M-X-KK
Change rein, extended trotCollected trot
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance
7. K-A-F (Transitions M and K) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance
8. F-X Half pass left Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection 9. X Circle left 10m Shape and size of circle; bend; balance; engagement and quality of trot 10. X-G
CShoulder-inTrack right
Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 2
11. MR-SS
Collected walkHalf circle right 20m in Extended walkCollected walk
Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of shoulder; stretching to the bit; well defined transitions
2
12. HBETWEEN G & M
Turn rightHalf pirouette right; proceed collected walk
Regularity; activity of hind legs; bend; fluency; size; self-carriage
13. BETWEEN G & HM
Half pirouette left; proceed collected walkTurn left
Regularity; activity of hind legs; bend; fluency; size; self-carriage
14. (Collected walk) [MR/SHG(M)G(H)GMC] Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; collection; self-carriage 2
15. C Collected canter left lead Precise, fluent transition; engagement; collection 16. H-K
KMedium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
17. AD-E
Down centerlineHalf pass left
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and collection
18. E-H H Counter canter, flying change of lead Straightness, engagement and collection; clear, balanced, fluent flying change
19 M-F F Extended canter, collected canter Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity; engagement; suspension; straightness and uphill balance
20. F-A (Transitions M and F) Collected canter Well defined maintaining tempo and balance
21. AD-B
Down centerlineHalf pass right
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and collection
22. B-MM
Counter canterFlying change of lead
Straightness, engagement and collection; clear, balanced, fluent flying change
23. C Circle left 20m, 5-6 strides of very collected canter between quarterlines
Well defined transitions; engagement and collection throughout; shape, size and bend of circle
2
24. H-X-F Change rein, three single flying changes of lead, near first quarterline, near X and near last quarterline
Quality of canter; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying changes; engagement
2
25. AX
Down centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; engagement, collection and quality of canter; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
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USEF FOURTH LEVEL TEST 2TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, proceed collected trot
Engagement, collection and quality of gaits; well defined transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CM-B
Track rightShoulder-in right
Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection
3. B-KK
Change rein, medium trotCollected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
4. AD-E
Down centerlineHalf pass left
Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection 2
5. E-GC
Half pass rightTrack left
Supple change of bend; alignment, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection
2
6. H-E Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 7. E-F
FChange rein, medium trotCollected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
8. AK-R
Collected walkChange rein, extended walk
Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; over-track; freedom of shoulder; stretching to the bit; well defined transitions
2
9. RMBETWEEN G & H
Collected walkTurn leftHalf pirouette left, proceed collected walk
Regularity; activity of hind legs; bend; fluency; size; self-carriage 2
10. BETWEEN G & MH
Half pirouette right; Proceed collected walk
Turn right
Regularity; activity of hind legs; bend; fluency; size; self-carriage 2
11. (Collected walk) [AK/RMG(H)G(M)GHC] Regularity; suppleness of the back; activity; collection; self-carriage 12. C Collected canter right lead Precise, fluent transition; engagement and collection
13. M-FF
Medium canterCollected canter
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
14. AD-B
Down centerlineHalf pass right
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and collection
15. B Flying change of lead Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and collection 16. B-G
CHalf pass leftTrack left
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and collection
17. H-XAPPROACH X TOWARD M
On diagonal develop very collected canterWorking pirouette right toward the letter M, Proceed collected canter
Bend and balance of working pirouette; straightness, regularity, engagement and collection of canter
2
18. H-KK
Extended canterCollected canter
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness; well defined transitions maintaining tempo and balance
19. F-X-H Change rein, three flying changes of lead every fourth stride
Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying changes; engagement; quality of canter
2
20. M-XAPPROACH X TOWARD H
On diagonal develop very collected canter Working pirouette right toward the letter H, proceed collected canter
Bend and balance of working pirouette; straightness, regularity, engagement and collection of canter
2
21. M Collected trot Well defined, balanced transition; engagement and collection 22. R-K
KChange rein, extended trotCollected trot
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness; well defined transitions maintaining tempo and balance
23. AX
Down centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; engagement, collection and quality of trot; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 sec)
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USEF FOURTH LEVEL TEST 3TEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
Enter working trotHalt, salute, proceed collected trot
Engagement, collection and quality of gaits; well defined transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds)
2. CH-X-FF
Track leftChange rein, extended trotCollected trot
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance
3. F-A (Transitions H and F) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 4. A
D-XDown centerlineShoulder-in right
Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 2
5. X-M Half pass right Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection 6. C Halt, rein back 4 steps; proceed collected
trotImmobility, willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; straightness; well defined transitions
7. H-X Half pass left Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection
8. X-DA
Shoulder-in leftTurn left
Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 2
9. FP-HH
Collected walkChange rein, extended walkCollected walk
Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of shoulder; stretching to the bit; well defined transitions
2
10. (Collected walk) (F-P/H-C) Regularity, suppleness of back, activity; collection; self-carriage 211. C Collected canter, right lead Precise, fluent transition; engagement; collection 12. R-I
I-SE
Half circle right 10mHalf circle right 10Flying change of lead
Shape and size of half circles; positioning; self-carriage; engagement; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change
13. V-LL-PF
Half circle left 10mHalf circle right 10mFlying change of lead
Shape and size of half circles; positioning; self-carriage; engagement; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change
14. K-XX
Half pass rightFlying change of lead
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and self-carriage; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change
15. X-HH
Half pass leftFlying change of lead
Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; engagement and self-carriage; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change
16. M-X-KKK-F
Change rein, extended canterCollected canter and flying change of leadCollected canter
Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; well defined transitions; clear balanced, fluent, straight flying change on diagonal
17. F-X
BEFORE X
BEFORE F
On diagonal, developing very collected canterWorking half-pirouette left approximately 3m in diamter. Proceed collected canter.Flying change of lead
Size, bend and balance of working pirouette; straightness, regularity, engagement and collection of canter; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change
2
18. K-X
BEFORE X
BEFORE K
On diagonal, developing very collected canterWorking half-pirouette right approximately 3m in diameter. Proceed collected canter.Flying change of lead
Size, bend and balance of working pirou-ette; straightness, regularity, engagement and collection of canter; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change
2
19. F-X-H Three changes of lead every third stride Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying changes; engagement and quality of canter
2
20. C Collected trot Well defined balanced transition; engagement and collection
21. M-FF
Medium trotCollected trot
Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions
22. AX
Down centerlineHalt, salute
Bend and balance in turn; engagement, collection and quality of trot; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 sec)
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FEI Tests FEI COLLECTIVE MARKSn Paces (freedom and regularity)
n Impulsion (desire to move forward, elasticity of the steps, suppleness of the back and engagement of the hind quarters
n Submission (attention and confidence; harmony, lightness and ease of the movements; acceptance of the bridle and lightness of the forehand)
n Rider’s position and seat, correctness and effect of the aids
NOTE: Submission and rider have a coefficient of 2.
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FEI PRIX ST GEORGESTEST DIRECTIVES COE
1. AX
X-C
Enter in collected canter Halt - immobility - salute . Proceed in collected trot Collected trot
Quality of paces, halt, and transitions. Straightness. Contact and poll.
2. CM-X-KKK-A-F
Track to the rightMedium trotCollected trotCollected trot
Regularity, elasticity, balance, engagement of hindquarters, lengthening of steps and frame. Both transitions.
3. F-B Shoulder-in left Regularity and quality of trot; bend and constant angle. Collection, balance, and fluency.
4. B Volte left (8m Ø) Regularity and quality of trot, collection, and balance. Bend; size and shape of volte.
5. B-GGC
Half pass to the leftOn centerlineTrack to the left
Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, crossing of legs.
2
6. H-X-FF
Extended trotCollected trot
Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. Lengthening of frame. Differentiation from medium trot.
7. F-A-K Transittions at H and F. The collected trot Maintenance of rhythm, fluency, precise and smooth execution of transitions. Change of frame. Collection.
8. K-E Shoulder-in right Regularity and quality of trot; bend and constant angle. Collection, balance, and fluency.
9. E Volte right (8m Ø) Regularity and quality of trot, collection, and balance. Bend; size and shape of volte.
10. E-GG
Half pass to the rightOn centerline
Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, crossing of legs
2
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11. BEFORE CCHBETWEEN G & M
[Collected walk][Track to the left}[Turn left]Half pirouette to the left
Regularity, activity, collection, size, flexion, and bend of half pirouette. Forward tendency, maintenance of fourbeat.
12. BETWEEN G & HG-M
Half pirouette to the right
[Collected walk]
Regularity, activity, collection, size, flexion, and bend of half pirouette. Forward tendency, maintenance of fourbeat.
13. The collected walk C-H-G-(M)-G-(H)-G-M Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, shortening and heightening of steps, self-carriage. Transition into walk.
2
14. M-R-X-V (K)
Extended walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, overtrack, freedom of shoulder, stretching to the bit.
2
15. BEFORE KKK-A-F
Collected walkProceed in collected canter leftCollected canter
Precise execution and fluency of transition. Quality of canter.
16. F-XX
Half pass to the leftFlying change of leg
Quality of canter. Collection, balance, uniform bend, fluency. Quality of flying change.
17. X-MMM-C-H
Half pass to the rightFlying change of legCollected canter
Quality of canter. Collection, balance, uniform bend, fluency. Quality of flying change.
18. HBETWEEN H & X
Proceed toward X in collected canterHalf pirouette to the left
Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number of strides (3-4). Quality of canter before and after
2
19. H-CC
Counter canterFlying change of leg
Quality and collection of counter canter. Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness of change.
20. MBETWEEN M & X
Porceed toward X in collected canterHalf pirouette to the right
Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number of strides (3-4). Quality of canter before and after.
2
21. M-CC
Counter canterFlying change of leg
Quality and collection of counter canter. Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness of change.
22. H-X-F
F-A-K
On the diagonal 5 flying changes of leg every 3rd strideCollected canter
Quality and collection of counter canter. Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness of change.
23. K-X-M
M-C-H
On the diagonal 5 flying changes of leg every 3rd strideCollected canter
Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of canter before and after.
24. H-X-F Extended canter Quality of canter, impulsion, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphill tendency, straightness.
25. FF-A
Collected canter and flying change of legCollected canter
Quality of flying change on diagonal. Precise, smooth execution of transition
26. AX
Down centerlineHalt - immobility - salute
Quality of pace, halt, and transition. Straightness. Contact and poll.
Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.
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1. AX
X-C
Enter in collected canter Halt - immobility - salute. Proceed in collected trot Collected trot
Quality of paces, halt, and transitions. Straightness. Contact and poll.
2. CH-X-FFF-A
Track to the leftExtended trotCollected trotCollected trot
Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection.
3. AD-X
Down centerlineShoulder-in right
Regularity and quality of trot; bend and constant angle. Collection, balance, and fluency.
4. X Volte right (8m Ø) Regularity and quality of trot, collection, and balance. Bend; size and shape of volte.
5. X-MM-C
Half pass to the rightCollected trot
Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, crossing of legs.
2
6. C Halt - immobility. Rein back 5 steps and immediately proceed in collected trot.
Quality of halt and transitions. Throughness, fluency, straightness.Accuracy in number of diagonal steps.
7. H-X Half pass to the left Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, crossing of legs.
2
8. X Volte left (8m Ø) Regularity and quality of trot, collection, and balance. Bend; size and shape of volte.
9. X-DDA
Shoulder-in leftOn centerlineTrack to the right
Regularity and quality of trot; bend and constant angle. Collection, balance, and fluency.
10. K-R Medium trot Regularity, elasticity, balance, engagement of hindquarters, lengthening of steps and frame. Both transitions. Differentiation from extended trot.
11. RR-M-G-H
Collected walkCollected walk
Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, shortening and heightening of steps, self carriage. Transition into walk.
2
12. H-B(P) Extended walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, overtrack, freedom of shoulder, stretching to the bit
2
13. BEFORE PPP-F-A
Collected walkProceed in collected canter rightCollected canter
Precise execution and fluency of transitions. Quality of canter.
14. ABETWEEN D & G GC
Down the centerline3 half passes 5m to either side of the centerline with flying change of leg at each change of direction starting and ending to the rightFlying change of legTrack to the left
Quality of canter. Uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency from side to side. Symmetrical execution. Quality of flying changes.
2
15. H-X-F Extended canter Quality of canter, impulsion, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphill tendency, straightness.
16. FF-A-K
Collected canter and flying change of legCollected canter
Quality of flying change on diagonal. Precise, smooth execution of transition.
17. K-X-M
M-C-H
On the diagonal 5 flying changes of leg every 3rd strideCollected canter
Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of canter before and after.
18. H(B)I
On the diagonalPirouette to the left
Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after.
2
19. B Flying change of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness of flying change
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20. B(K)L
On the diagonalPirouette to the right
Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after.
2
21. KK-A-F
Flying change of legCollected canter
Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness of flying change. Quality of canter.
22. F-X-HH-C
On the diagonal 7 flying changes of leg every 2nd strideCollected canter
Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of canter before and after.
23. CC-M
Collected trotCollected trot
Fluency; precise, smooth execution of transition. Collection.
24. M-X-KKK-A
Extended trotCollected trotThe collected trot
Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, over-track. Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection.
25. AX
Down the centerlineHalt-immobility-salute
Quality of pace, halt, and transition. Straightness. Contact and poll.
Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.
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1. AX
X-C
Enter in collected canter Halt - immobility - salute. Proceed in collected trot Collected trot
Quality of paces, halt, and transitions. Straightness. Contact and poll.
2. CH-X-FFF-A
Track to the leftExtended trotCollected trotCollected trot
Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection.
3. AD-G
C
Down the centerline3 half passes, 5m to either side of the centerline, beginning and ending to the rightTrack right
Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency from side to side, crossing of legs. Symmetrical execution.
2
4. BETWEEN R & B
Transition to passage Fluency, promptness, selfcarriage, balance, straightness.
5. B (V) On the diagonal. Passage. Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps.
6. CROSSING THE CENTERLINE
Piaffe 8 to 10 steps (1m forward permitted)
Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and steps. Specific number of diagonal steps.
7. IN/OUT OF THE PIAFFE
Transitions passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency,straightness. Precise execution.
8. FROM PIAFFE V-K-A
Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps.
9. A Piaffe 8 to 10 steps (1m forward permitted)
Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and steps. Specific number of diagonal steps.
10. A Transitions - passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency,straightness. Precise execution.
11. A-F-P Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps.
12. P-S Extended walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, overtrack, freedom of shoulder, stretching to the bit. Transition into walk.
2
13. SS-H-C
Collected walkCollected walk
Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, shortening and heightening of steps, self-carriage.
2
14. CC-M
Proceed in collected canter rightCollected canter
Precise execution and fluency of transition. Quality of canter.
15. M-X-KKK-A-F-P
Medium canterCollected canter and flying change of legCollected canter
Quality of canter, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphilltendency, straightness. Quality of flying change and transition.
16. P-XX
Half pass to the leftDown the centerline
Quality of canter. Collection, balance, uniform bend, fluency.
17. IC
Pirouette to the leftTrack to the left
Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after.
2
18. H-X-F Extended canter Quality of canter, impulsion, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphill tendency, straightness. Differentiation from medium canter.
19. FF-A-K-V
Collected canter and flying change of legCollected canter
10 Quality of flying change on diagonal. Precise, smooth execution of transition.
20. V-XX
Half pass to the rightDown the centerline
Quality of canter. Collection, balance, uniform bend, fluency.
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21. IC
Pirouette to the rightTrack to the right
Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after.
2
22. M-X-K
K-A-F
On the diagonal 7 flying changes of leg every 2nd strideCollected canter
Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of canter before and after.
23. F-X-H
H-C
On the diagonal 11 flying changes of leg every strideCollected canter
Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of canter before and after.
24. CC-M
Collected trotCollected trot
Fluency; precise, smooth execution of transition. Collection.
25. M-X-KKK-A
Extended trotCollected trotThe collected trot
Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection.
26. ABETWEEN D & LL-I
Down the centerlineTransition to passage
Passage
Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. Transition to passage.
27. I Halt-immobility-salute Quality of halt and transition. Straightness. Contact and poll.
Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.
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1. AX
X-C
Enter in collected canter Halt - immobility - salute. Proceed in collected trot Collected trot
Quality of paces, halt, and transitions. Straightness. Contact and poll.
2. CH-X-FF-A-K
Track to the leftExtended trotCollected trot
Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. Lengthening of frame. Both transitions.
3. K-B Half pass to the right Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, crossing of legs.
2
4. B-HH-C
Half pass to the leftCollected trot
Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, crossing of legs.
2
5. C Halt-immobility Rein back 5 steps and immediately proceed in collected trot
Quality of halt and transitions. Throughness, fluency, straightness. Accuracy in number of diagonal steps.
6. M-V Extended trot Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. Lengthening of frame. Transition to extended trot.
7. V-K-D Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. Transition to passage.
8. D Piaffe 12 to 15 steps Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and steps. Specific number of diagonal steps.
2
9. D Transitions passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency, straightness. Precise execu-tion.
10. D-F-P Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps.
11. P-H Extended walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, overtrack, freedom of shoulder, stretching to the bit. Transition into walk.
2
12. H-C-M Collected walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, shortening and heightening of steps, self-carriage.
2
13. M Proceed in passage. Transition collected wak-passage
Fluency, promptness, self-carriage, balance, straightness.
14. M-R-I Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps.
15. I Piaffe 12 to 15 steps Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and steps. Specific number of diagonal steps.
2
16. I Transitions passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency, straightness. Precise execution.
17. I-S-E Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps.
18. EE-K-A-F
Proceed in collected canter leftCollected canter
Precise execution and fluency of transition. Quality of canter.
19. F-X-H
H-C-M
On the diagonal 9 flying changes of leg every 2nd strideCollected canter
Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of canter before and after.
20. M-X-K Extended canter Quality of canter, impulsion, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphill tendency, straightness.
21. KK-A
Collected canter and flying change of legCollected canter
Quality of flying change on diagonal. Precise, smooth execution of transition.
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22. ABETWEEN D & G
GC
Down the centerline 5 half passes to either side of the centerline with flying change of leg at each change of direction, the first half pass to the left and the last to the left of 3 strides, the other of 6 stridesFlying change of legTrack to the right
Quality of canter. Uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency from side to side. Symmetrical execution. Quality of flying changes.
2
23. M-X-K
K-A
On the diagonal 15 flying changes of leg every strideCollected canter
Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of canter before and after.
2
24. AL
Down the centerlinePirouette to the left
Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion and bend. Correct number of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after.
2
25. X Flying change of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of canter before and after.
26. ICC-M
Pirouette or the rightTrack to the rightCollected canter
Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion and bend. Correct number of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after.
2
27. MM-R
Transition to collected trotCollected trot
Fluency; precise, smooth execution of transition.
28. R-KKK-A
Extended trotCollected trotCollected trot
Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection.
29. AD-X
Down the centerlinePassage
Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. Transition to passage.
30. X Piaffe 12 to 15 steps Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and steps. Specific number of diagonal steps.
2
31. X Transitions passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency, straightness. Precise execution.
32. X-G Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps.
33. G Halt-immobility-salute Quality of halt and transition. Straightness. Contact and poll.
Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.
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USDF Freestyle Tests NOTE: Below is just a subset of the rules. Please visit www.usdf.org to view the complete Freestyle Rules and Guidelines.
REQUIREMENTS AND LIMITATIONSAll compulsory elements must be incorporated into the freestyle program. These are listed on the scoresheet under technical execution. Of these, some must be demonstrated on both hands (in both directions). Riders must salute during the halt at the beginning and end of the freestyle. The first and final halt must be on the centerline facing C. Riders should avoid receiving an error by making sure the salutes are clear to the judge(s). Time begins when the horse moves forward after the competitor’s halt and salute, and ends with the final halt and salute. Reins in one hand are allowed. Freestyles may include all dressage movements found in tests of the declared level entered or below. Permitted movements, figures, and transitions may be constructed into any combination or pattern of the rider’s choosing. Lateral movements (shoulder-in, travers, and renvers) must cover a minimum distance of 12 meters. Errors-The bell is not rung for errors occurring in USDF Freestyle Tests. Errors occur for failure to salute in the first and final halt or rising at the trot at Second Level and above. Two points will be deducted for each error; however, they are not cumulative, and will not result in elimination.
SCORING AND JUDGINGTwo (2) sets of marks are given—one for technical execution and one for artistic impression. Each set of marks is totaled separately, and then those totals are add-ed together and converted to the final percentage score. In the case of two or more judges, scores will be averaged and these averages will comprise the competitor’s final score.
Technical Execution: “Preliminary Marks” will be given for each execution, of the compulsory elements. For “Compulsory Elements” that must be shown on both hands, “Preliminary Marks” will be given for each direction separately, all attempts will be considered for the “Judge’s Marks.” If a required element is not performed, it will receive a score of zero (0) under “Final Score.” If a required element that must be shown on both hands is not shown at all, it will receive a score of zero (0) under “Final Score.” If a required element that must be shown on both hands is shown on only one hand, it will receive a zero (0) for the direction that was not shown. The right and left hand scores will both determine the “Judge’s Mark.” In addition, omission of a required element or direction will affect the artistic impression under “Degree of Difficulty” and “Choreography” depending on what was omitted. In scoring technical execution, “Judge’s Mark” must be given in half-points or full points (no tenths). Movements “Above the Level” (found ONLY in a higher-level test) receive a deduction of four (4) points from the total for “Technical Execution” for each illegal movement, but not for each recurrence of the same movement. “Preliminary Marks,” “Judge’s Mark,” and “Final Score” are columns which appear on the scoresheet.
Artistic Impression: In scoring artistic impression, “Judge’s Marks” may be given in tenths (.1) increments. Elements performed after the five-minute time limit has elapsed will not be scored, and a penalty of (1) point will be deducted from the Total Artistic Impression.
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TRAINING LEVEL FREESTYLETRAINING LEVEL FREESTYLE
COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 2. Free walk (20m minimum continuous) 23. 20-meter circle in working trot RIGHT4. 20-meter circle in working trot LEFT5. Serpentine in working trot with loops no smaller than 15
meters 2
6. Stretch forward & downward on a 20m trot circle 7. 20-meter circle in working canter RIGHT
8. 20-meter circle in working canter LEFT9. Transitions 210. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final 11. Rhythm, energy and elasticity
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 42. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance,
creativity4
3. Degree of Difficulty 14. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 35. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and
dynamics3
Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally Allowed.
Additionally Allowed: Trot-halt-trot, trot-walk-trot, trot-canter-trot (20m minimum of trot).
FIRST LEVEL FREESTYLEFIRST LEVEL FREESTYLE
COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 2. Free walk (20m minimum continuous) 23. 10-meter circle in working trot RIGHT4. 10-meter circle in working trot LEFT5. Leg-yield in working trot RIGHT6. Leg-yield in working trot LEFT7. Lengthen stride in trot on a straight line
8. 15-meter circle in working canter RIGHT9. 15-meter circle in working canter LEFT10. Change of lead through trot RIGHT11. Change of lead through trot LEFT12. Lengthen stride in canter on a straight line13. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final14. Rhythm, energy and elasticity
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 32. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance,
creativity4
3. Degree of Difficulty 24. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 35. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and
dynamics3
Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally Allowed.
Additionally Allowed: Turn on the forehand (no more than 180 degrees), lengthen trot and/or canter on a curved line, canter serpentine, counter-canter.
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SECOND LEVEL FREESTYLESECOND LEVEL FREESTYLE
COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 2. Free walk (20m minimum continuous) 23. Shoulder-in RIGHT in collected trot (12m min)4. Shoulder-in LEFT in collected trot (12m min)5. Travers RIGHT in collected trot (12m min)6. Travers LEFT in collected trot (12m min)7. Medium trot on a straight line
8. Simple change of lead RIGHT9. Simple change of lead LEFT10. Counter canter in collected canter RIGHT11. Counter canter in collected canter LEFT12. Medium canter on a straight line13. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final 14. Rhythm, energy and elasticity
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 32. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance,
creativity4
3. Degree of Difficulty 24. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 35. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and
dynamics3
Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally Allowed.
Additionally Allowed: Half turn on haunches (no more than 180 degrees), renvers, medium trot and/or canter on a curved line.
THIRD LEVEL FREESTYLETHIRD LEVEL FREESTYLE
COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 2. Extended walk (20m minimum continuous) 23. Shoulder-in RIGHT in collected trot (12m min)4. Shoulder-in LEFT in collected trot (12m min)5. Trot half-pass RIGHT in collected trot6. Trot half-pass LEFT in collected trot7. Extended trot on a straight line
8. Canter half-pass RIGHT in collected canter9. Canter half-pass LEFT in collected canter10. Flying change of lead RIGHT11. Flying change of lead LEFT12. Extended canter on a straight line13. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final 14. Rhythm, energy and elasticity
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 32. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance,
creativity4
3. Degree of Difficulty 24. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 35. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and
dynamics3
Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally Allowed.
Additionally Allowed: Walk half-pirouette (no more than 180 degrees), half-pass zig-zag in trot, canter to halt, counter-change of hand in canter (only one change of direction), medium trot and/or canter on a curved line. Flying changes shown in sequence of every five strides or more.
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FOURTH LEVEL FREESTYLEFOURTH LEVEL FREESTYLE
COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 2. Extended walk (20m minimum continuous)
3. Shoulder-in RIGHT in collected trot (12m min)4. Shoulder-in LEFT in collected trot (12m min)5. Trot half-pass RIGHT in collected trot6. Trot half-pass LEFT in collected trot7. Extended trot on a straight line
8. Canter half-pass RIGHT in collected canter9. Canter half-pass LEFT in collected canter10. Flying changes of lead, every 3rd stride (min. 3)11. Canter working half-pirouette RIGHT12. Canter working half-pirouette LEFT13. Extended canter on a straight line14. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final 15. Rhythm, energy and elasticity
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 32. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance,
creativity4
3. Degree of Difficulty 24. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 35. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and
dynamics3
Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally Allowed.
Additionally Allowed: Half-pirouettes in canter, half-pass zig-zag in trot and counter-change of hand in canter (only one change of direction), halt to canter, medium trot and/or canter on a curved line.
PAS DE DEUX PAS DE DEUX TRAINING-GRAND PRIXTRAINING-GRAND PRIX
COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE1. Compulsory Elements Technical Execution 32. Performance as a Pair spacing, alignment, synchrony 43. Gaits – rhythm & quality4. Impulsion energy, elasticity, engagement5. Submission—basic issues of submission, technical aspect
of the riders
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 32. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance,
creativity4
3. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 24. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and
dynamicsVisit www.USDF.org for: Compulsory Elements, Forbidden, Allowed and Additionally Allowed movements for each level.
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FEI GRAND PRIX FREESTYLEFEI GRAND PRIX FREESTYLE
COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE1. Collected walk (minimum 20m)2. Extended walk (minimum 20m)
3. Half-pass right (collected trot)4. Half-pass left (collected trot)5. Extended trot6. Half-pass right (collected canter)7. Half-pass left (collected canter)
8. Extended canter9. Flying changes every 2nd stride (minimum 5 times
consecutively)10. Flying changes every stride (minimum 9 times
consecutively)11. Canter pirouette right 212. Canter pirouette left 213. Passage (minimum 20 m on one track) 214. Piaffe (minimum 10 steps straight) 215. Transitions from passage to piaffe and from piaffe to
passage16. The entrance and halts at the beginning and the end of
the test
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE16. Rhythm, energy and elasticity 417. Harmony between rider and horse 418. Choreography. Use of arena. Inven-tiveness 419. Degree of difficulty. Calculated risks 420. Music and interpretation of the music 4
FEI INTERMEDIATE 1 FEI INTERMEDIATE 1 FREESTYLEFREESTYLE
COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE1. Collected walk (minimum 20m)2. Extended walk (minimum 20m) 23. Shoulder-in right (collected trot) (minimum 12m)4. Shoulder-in left (collected trot) (minimum 12m)5. Half-pass right (collected trot) 26. Half-pass left (collected trot) 27. Extended trot8. Half-pass right (collected canter)9. Half-pass left (collected canter)10. Extended canter11. Flying changes every 3rd stride (minimum 5 times
consecutively)12. Flying changes every 2nd stride (minimum 5 times
consecutively)13. Single pirouette in canter right 214. Single pirouette in canter left 215. The entrance and halts at the beginning and the end of
the test
ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE16. Rhythm, energy and elasticity 417. Harmony between rider and horse 418. Choreography. Use of arena. Inventiveness 419. Degree of difficulty. Calculated risks 420. Music and interpretation of the music 4
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The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of
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