They were devised through a collaborative effort on the part of member feedback, the evaluation of respected horse people and equine organization and then revised and edited by a special division of our education committee. A new category of rules referred to as prohibited practices has been introduced to the usef rule book which will take. Examples of the 201922 usef dressage tests can be found at the end of this section. Reviewed in the united states on june 11, 2015 verified purchase the print is too small and being in a 3 ring binder is a great deal more manageable, both to read and use as a reference source.
In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef has collaborated with the united states dressage federation to produce the on the levels app. Click on the icons at the last page of this division or. Usef rule book dr111 qualities desired at the lateral movements the pace should remain free and regular, maintained by a constant impulsion, yet it must be supple, cadenced and balanced. An exhibitor is defined as the owner or lessee of a horse when entered in a class where only the merits of the horse are to be considered. This rule change, under the jumper rule book subchapter defining levels of difficulty jp4.
Following the town hall meeting, the task force worked in conjunction with usef leadership and staff to put forward to the usef board of directors a revised rule, which reflects the changing demands of the equestrian competition landscape. Welcome to the united states hunter jumper association. The usef rule book is designed to delineate boundaries that create an environment for fair and honest competition within which equestrians can enjoy competing safely, with integrity and respect. The usea uses the usef amateur rule gr 6 to determine amateur status. Rules of the united states equestrian federation, inc. Release rule is back to original 4 release as stated in rule book. Beginning december 1, 2015, all horses entering the grounds of a federationlicensed competition must be accompanied by documentation of equine influenza virus and equine herpes virus. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. Usef rule book dr111 aids at all lateral movements, the side to which the horse should be bent is the inside. Usef equine vaccination rule from the usef communications department. Board members pass new mileage rules at usef midyear. As we transition to this modified format, there may be interruptions to service. For usef high performance qualifying and selection trials, spur length is measured from the boot to the tip of the spur.
Updated march 22, 2019 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 the riders responsibility to know the rules before entering a competition. Fox village dressage user manual fox village dressage software. Know before you show new rules for a new competition year.
The ushja is helping members know before you show with a simple guide of rule changes taking effect for the new competition year. The united states equestrian federation takes seriously its role as a governing body for equestrian sport and implements programs and policies to protect human and equestrian athletes usef rule changes that were passed by effective date and presented at. In addition, the tennessee walking horse is the breed most affected by the horse protection act of 1970. Usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard equine medical institute chapter jp jumper division subchapter jp1 general jp100 eligibility 1. Usef equine vaccination rule expert advice on horse care. Athletes wishing to file a grievance challenging a denial or threatened denial to participate in competition, please see the. In january, the usef board of directors approved an addition to the rule book, which outlines equine vaccination requirements at licensed competitions.
Rules affecting hunterjumper competition effective dec. Board members pass new mileage rules at usef midyear meeting views. The ushja is the us equestrianrecognized national affiliate for the hunter and jumper disciplines. As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working under a flexible work plan for our staff. New usef vaccination rule for recognized shows central. Contestant application associate membership rule book pdf.
To promote integrity, honesty, equal opportunity, fair play, responsibility, respect and enjoyment in equestrian sport. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information displayed, united states equestrian federation, inc. The idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. As youre filling out your 2015 usea and usef memberships, be sure to check. Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing. The bridle is made out of leather without any elastic or similar. When specific usef rules apply to a fvd procedure, the rule is. A complete copy of the current 2015 usef rule book and all approved rule changes can be found at. Judges officiating these sections shall be licensed accordingly unless permitted in the rules of the specific equitation finals exception. The rule defines a professional as any rider who accepts remuneration for services. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. The aqha official handbook of rules and regulations is updated yearly after undergoing careful scrutiny by aqha. We dusted off the usef rule book to clarify exactly what makes an amateur and what makes a professional.
This list comes from the united states equestrian federation usef equitation tests found in the usef rule book. I think we need to take an entire look at our rule book and see how we can simplify. The usef rulebook is designed to delineate boundaries that create an environment for fair and honest competition within which equestrians can enjoy competing safely, with integrity and respect. The usef board of directors has approved an addition to the rule book regarding vaccination requirements at federationlicensed events. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book. Despite the attempt to make the distinction between amateurs and professionals as black and white as possible, theres still a choppy gray river running through the middle of gr6 thats easy to get. Read about the full exemption application process in the text of the rule on the usef website. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef h. In that spirit, the task force held a town hall meeting with members on may 18, 2015 to discuss proposed revisions to the rule. Createspace independent publishing platform april 1, 2015 language. Dressage division 20152018 dressage tests 2015 usdf introductory tests 2015 fei dressage tests. The ushja membership is in addition to the united states equestrian federation membership requirements. In order to compete, all horses must be registered with the american saddlebred registry or the canadian livestock records corporation.
November 16, 2015 in january, the usef board of directors approved an addition to the rule book, which outlines equine vaccination requirements at licensed competitions. The hard copy is available to order from interesting in submitting a rule change proposal. Bone up on dressage rule dr 120, dress, in the usef rule book online at. The 2015 tests will be effective december 1, 2014 through november 30, 2018. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. Fei dressage nations cup rules 2020 mark up version. Dr127 usefusdf qualifying and championship classes and federation. Usef hunt seat equitation tests in iea and ihsa shows did you know that in iea and ihsa competitions, the judges have a list of potential equitation tests they may ask riders to perform. Beginning december 1, 2015, all horses entering the grounds of a useflicensed competition must possess documentation of both equine influenza virus and equine herpes virus rhinopneumonitis vaccinations. In addition to the program specifications, the ushja zone horse of the year program is governed by the general and division rules as outlined in the usef rule book. Chapter eq equitation division subchapter eq1 regulations for all seats eq100 definition the equitation division is divided into three sections. The united states equestrian federation and some breed organizations now prohibit the use of stacks and action devices at shows they sanction. The 2015 united states equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on usef. The official announcement sent out by the usef was as follows.
The usef rule book lays out extensive guidelines as to which riders are eligible for amateur status in gr6 read the amateur rule here. In order to compete in any jumper classes at licensed competitions as an exhibitor, rider, trainer, or hisher agents, a person must be an active member of the united states hunter jumper association, inc. The rulebook represents corporation bylaws, rules and regulations of registration, rules and regulations of racing, rules and regulations of shows, amateur and youth division rules and regulations, horseback riding program rules, and the constitution of aqhya. Visiting prca rodeos and other community event in the state of oklahoma and. Although many competitors seem to think that certain colors are either mandated or forbidden, the usef attire rules dont actually spell out much regarding. Usef equitation tests 119 may 20, 20 7 comments article so now that i actually have an equitation horse yay.
The ushja is a competitionbased sport organization that serves our members through educational programs, awards and recognition, communication and rules. Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc. Fei wbfsh dressage world breeding championship for young horses. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office.