From 112018 the only fei tests which are valid and to be used by clubs and organising committees are the fei tests as in the link below. For any circumstances not specifically covered in these rules reference should be made to the following publications of. The dressage test will be spread over one or more consecutive days. The object of dressage is the development of the horse into a happy athlete through harmonious education. To view all of the 2019 fei rule changes, please refer to the fei eventing rules. Protective headgear is always recommended in both the competition and in the practice arena. The bef antidoping and controlled medication rules befar see chapter 5, rule 5. Please read first fei rules and how most of todays top combinations do not actually adhere to them. Section e as printed herein is the official version of the equestrian canada rules for dressage for 2017.
Rules for dressage definitions of paces and movements please note these definitions have been predominantly taken from the fei rules. Bell says this ban shows a clear misunderstanding of how bit work. Ec adheres strictly to the fei dressage terminology. Dr dressage division usef 2017 chapter dr dressage division subchapter dri dressage governing regulations the pinnacle of dressage competition is the grand prix of dressage competition of the olympic games. As an equestrian sport defined by the international equestrian federation, dressage is described as the highest expression of. When someone rides a movement, like a shoulderin for instance, it either fulfils these criteria or it doesnt. Study fei dressage tests with a more visual and auditory learning approach. Please click here for the latest fei dressage rules. The present rules for dressage events are the 23rd edition, effective. In other words, it either is a shoulderin or its not. Sep 03, 2019 by donna taylor this article originally ran in the september 2019 issue of mules and more magazine, please see the update at the bottom of this article. Jump training rules and paper entry form 2019 2020 149.
The best dressage riders are, if they want it or not, an example that many follow, either consciously or unconsciously. So i agree that, in this respect at least, there is no need to change the rule book. New bridle andor modelsconfigurations and equipment may be approved under our annex a. The bef antidoping rules for human athletes see chapter 5, rule 5. The fei database is updated in real time by the national federations and the fei. Feb, 2017 the warmup arena at a show can be a happening place, but if you dont know your way around, it can quickly become a scary one. Part of the feis own definition of this phrase reads. All the disciplines face some changes to their rules for 2019, but eventing faces. Rules on saddle pad colour dressage chronicle forums. Apr 23, 2020 many dressage riders view the movements in very absolute terms, based on the definitions in the fei rule book. Annex a is a supplement to the usef dressage rules. But the dressage rules dont say anything about pad colour.
By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials. The rules are revised once a year and come into effect on 1 december. Fei proposed rule to exclude mules from competitions. All esdcta dressage schooling shows are conducted according to the usef rules for dressage competitions, with exceptions as noted here.
Fei world cup driving rules 20192020 mark up version. Accredited bit fitter says descriptions in fei and ea rulebooks of the action of. Fei world cup driving rules 20192020 clean version. The rules of dressage fei world equestrian games tryon. A member of the usef international high performance dressage committee, she also teaches judges training programs nationwide. The warmup arena at a show can be a happening place, but if you dont know your way around, it can quickly become a scary one. British dressage competition rules british dressage. Take all the fei rules and regulations with you wherever you go, with or without an internet connection. Bell says the errors in the rule books relate to the action of bits, firstly the. Author of the book dressage for the notsoperfect horse, she is based in colorado springs, colorado. Dressage judging guidelines, directives and information guidelines for the marking of fundamental mistakes in dressage movements published 19042017.
Nov 28, 2018 the worlds top events will be renamed cci5ls from next season as the fei rule changes for 2019 are approved. Little noise has been given to an important rule change that the fei. Some of the most common questions pertaining to rules are explained briefly here. Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc. A current copy of the usef rulebook where the most recent rule changes are highlighted in red is available on the usef website. Fei makes snaffle optional up to cdi 2 level as of 2019. The 24th edition of the fei rules for dressage events will now make it clear that any horse with fresh blood on its body will be eliminated from competition and that elimination will be final, with no appeal. This fei dressage handbook is part of the globalisation policy of the fei and will certainly improve the communcation related to judging, riding and training extract from the introduction of the dressage handbook to order one copy and download the order form, click here, you will be redirected to the page dressage useful documents. Many dressage riders view the movements in very absolute terms, based on the definitions in the fei rule book. Last year, a mule, wallace the great, not only won a dressage class when he was competing against horses, but overturned the international federation for equestrian sports fei rules allowing mules to participate in national dressage. In addition to federation, fei and usdf tests, dressage competitions may use other.
Savvy riders share the ring with others who may be distracted by the antics of their horses or the directives of their instructors. The worlds top events will be renamed cci5ls from next season as the fei rule changes for 2019 are approved. Athletes therefore can study the description of the paces, movements and figures and be sure that they are on the correct path to international competition, which is governed by the fei. The fei proposed the blood rule in an effort to improve the rulebook, not correct or respond to a particular issue in the past, according to asmyr. Suspension extended through may 31, 2020 amended qualifying processes released for 2020 adequanfei north american youth championships dressage and 2020 u. Fei proposed rule to exclude mules from competitions mules. Dressage judging guidelines, directives and information guidelines for the marking of fundamental mistakes in dressage movements published 1904 2017. Paralympic star and fei tv commentator natasha baker picks her highlights of the fei dressage world cup season. Fei books library fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging. General regulations for dressage sa effective 1 jan 2018. Please refer to fei dressage rules directly for permitted saddleryequipment in fei cdis events. The usea is a nonprofit 501c3, educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills.
The fei rules when competing in international classes. For club use these are not official tests and should be used for trainingclub days only. Janet foy is an fei 4 and usef s dressage judge and an r sporthorse breed judge. As from 1 january 20 it will be compulsory for any athlete younger than 18 years of age to wear protective headgear when mounted anywhere on the show grounds and any athlete riding a horse 7 years or. The fei code of conduct for the welfare of the horse states that tack must be designed and fitted to avoid the risk of injury and pain and based on it, the dressage rule book regulates in article 428 saddlery that a cavesson noseband must never be as tightly fixed so as to harm the horse. Updated april 1, 2020 the purpose of this pamphlet is to assist exhibitors as well as usef dressage technical delegates, dressage judges and stewards who officiate dressage classes at any federation licensed competition. It is also a useful reference for trainers, judges and spectators. Illustration through photos and drawings have been used to indicate what makes a particular piece of equipment or attire legal or illegal for use at federation licensed competitions offering dressage classes. The fei calendar and results tool allows you to search the entire fei calendar over 3,400 events worldwide according to any set of filters date, discipline, venue, event type, etc. For more details, please visit the links below and make sure you are aware of the latest amendments of the fei jumping rules. Any fei rule amendments that alter the following fei rules will be effective when published by the fei. Advice for riding and judging an fei dressage freestyle. Using the fei rules and regulations has never been easier. Dressage festival of champions view all announcements.
Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. The rulebook appendices and dressage tests rules for the 2020 competition year. Proposed fei blood rule causes controversy the horse. The pinnacle of dressage competition is the grand prix of dressage competition of the olympic games. The new fei blood rule for dressage reflections on riding. Charmae bell from bitbank australia says theres a lot of misinformation regarding different kinds of bits in the fei rule book. For more details, please visit the links below and make sure you are aware of the latest amendments of the fei dressage rules. On the ignorance of noseband tightness and vague fei.
Glossary and definitions below is a list of commonly used abbreviations and acronyms used throughout this rulebook. For the rules relating to feisanctioned dressage events refer to the fei rules at glossary and definitions below is a list of commonly used abbreviations and acronyms used throughout this rulebook. Article 401 object and general principles of dressage 1. Chapter dr dressage division subchapter dri dressage governing regulations the pinnacle of dressage competition is the grand prix of dressage competition of the olympic games. Dressage sa national dressage rules effective 1 april 2020. Download the free fei ruleapp and discover a new way of working. For all cdi events please use the fei dressage tests located on the link below. The golden rules of the dressage warmup arena dressage.
See the complete fei dressage rulebook page 41 for new tack rule. Usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. I join in the chorus saying thank you to the decision makers who adopted the new rule at the fei general assembly. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book.
Bit specialist speaks out over misinformation in fei rules. As an organisation and a governing body, we are passionate about our sport. This is not without danger for the discipline and equitation in general, if the concept of good or bad, right and wrong is not clarified by those responsible, and that is the fei, its judges, the. Feb 27, 2019 janet foy is an fei 4 and usef s dressage judge and an r sporthorse breed judge. Recently, the fei banned the use french link bits in eventing dressage. The fei dressage world cup season begins for europes elite in herning, denmark this weekend, with the continents top stars desperately looking to get early points on the board as they bid for a place in aprils final in gothenburg.
A current copy of the usef rulebook where the most recent rule changes are highlighted in red is available on the usef website some of the most common questions pertaining to rules are explained briefly here. Fei dressage world cup nal 20192020 mark up version. These rules refer to ea dressage, fei dressage at ea events, and eventing dressage. The rules are a great place to start for all the information you need to know to compete in affiliated dressage, including what you and your horse are allowed to wear, what the judges are looking for and how to qualify for all the different championships. Fei dressage world cup nal 20202021 markup version. A day in the life of dressage athlete ayden uhlir my equestrian life. However, all existing provisions of dr121, including allowed bridle materials, must additionally be met to be acceptable for competition purposes. A day in the life of dressage athlete ayden uhlir my equestrian life duration.
Yes we need rules, the rules are black and white, but we must not forget we have a horse. Longines fei jumping nations cup rules 2020 full markup with updates 15 april 2020. On the ignorance of noseband tightness and vague fei noseband. Use our search feature to instantly find exactly what you need. For the rules relating to fei sanctioned dressage events refer to the fei rules at. Ive found the fei eventing rule that says default to dressage rules in the preamble. In no way does this booklet supersede the most current usef rule book. British dressage, to the fei or to any foreign national federation while suspended from all rights and privileges of membership. Although this booklet sets out the detailed rules of the fei governing international dressage events, it must be read in conjunction with the statutes, the general regulations and the veterinary regulations. A general regulations b breeds c driving d eventing. Only queries relating to this rule book that are submitted and answered in writing by an authorised member of staff will be binding on bd. Dressage movements as points on a continuum ritter dressage. This application is tailored for fei dressage riders.
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