Wdaa tests western dressage association of america. Congratulations new 2019 usdf l education program graduates. Tests for paraequestrians from grade 1a to grade iv are available online for download at itunes store. Any other advertising or marketing is up to the competition management. Jan 04, 2019 2017 wdaa western dressage tests for all breeds tests remain in effect for at least 4 years from the title year printed on each test.
Suppenkasper named adequan usdf grand prix horse of the year. The 2019 us dressage tests booklet contains all of the usdf and usef tests introfourth level in one convenient guide handy for carrying at shows, in your vehicle, or at home. Add to cart featuring the 2019 usdf introductory and usef national level tests, training through fourth level. Additionally, while usdf continues to follow and evaluate developments related to the covid19 pandemic, all currently scheduled events are subject to change. Olympic gold medalist eventer and dressage superstar ingrid klimke fills us on on her quarantine in germany. With an easytoread format and a durable laminated construction, the whinny widgets 2019 test books are formatted for callers, instructors, riders, and spectators alike with a large print and many additional notes and convenient features. Each individual book features usdf and usef tests for a particular level and includes arena diagrams of test movements. March 2019 usdf connection by usdf publications issuu. The tests have been designed to encourage correct performance and to prepare the horse for the transition to the usef tests.
All dressage tests are available in their corresponding discipline within the menu your roleorganisers. Music fills the air on fourth day of 2019 us dressage finals presented by adequan a long journey pays off on third day of 2019 us dressage finals presented by adequan a victory thats all in the family on second day. Separate books in intro, training and 1st to 4th levels. Study fei dressage tests with a more visual and auditory learning approach. It is a well written book going over the basics of riding and showing dressage. A dark tailcoat is also permitted for the fei junior tests.
Usefusdf dressage tests are now available and published online through usdf here. New health and medical insurance benefits for us equestrian members. I am getting the impression that most of the aa members are resigned about the aa situation just suck it up. Dressage usdf 2015 level test introductory level test c c. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. Even if you dont ever intend to show, a solid understanding of dressage tests and. 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. This will help your horse from memorizing the new tests too. The current tests are the 2015 tests, so the next round will be 2019, which start being used dec 1, 2018. Adult amateur riders over 18 who fall within the usdf adult amateur guidelines. In a nutshell, a dressage test is made up of a series of movements and each movement is awarded a mark out of 10.
It is also a useful reference for trainers, judges and spectators. Become a dressagetest reader extraordinaire dressage today. It seemed to me that the usdf deferred to the usef as the final authority. Dressage illustrated 2019 test books dressage extensions. Review the official tests so you have a clear understanding of what the judges are looking for at your level the purpose at the top of each test as well as the important directive information for each movement. All judges dressage diagram books dressage illustrated. Other products include steady hands, soft corrections, cinch converters, crocheted hair net scrunches, adj.
Diagrams and call sheets for 2019 dressage tests pdf. We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985, and since then have continued to strive to produce highquality equestrian books and videos for the good of the horse. Dressage tests serve as a measure of the horse and riders. Please click on the buttons below to be redirected. For all cdi events please use the fei dressage tests located on the link below.
It includes types of attire breeches, boots, etc, saddle choice, how horse shows are run, and of course what dressage is and how it can help you and your horse. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. Dressage is a beautiful, timeless equestrian sport that was documented as far back as the greek era. Note that in certain tests below second level, some specific movements do require rising trot, such as the stretchy trot that appears at the end of first level, test 2. It began as a manner of teaching war horses to become more agile, able to charge a foe headlong, then stop, sidestep his sword, pirouette quickly to aim at another attacker, and then gallop off mightily again hopefully still in one piece. Feb, 2017 as a usef r dressage technical delegate and usdf l education program graduate, i have seen my share of dressage tests read. At what level in dressage are you required to sit the trot. Includes directive ideas, directional arena diagrams and definitions of collective marks. Tests usdf, your connection to the american dressage. The 2019 whinny widgets dressage pocket test books are compact spiralbound resource ideal for practicing tests. Dressage illustrated has the largest collection of judges diagram books for the current usdf, usef, usea, fei, and wdaa tests. These tests can be used for training or showing purposes. Wendy murdoch from the murdoch method id doing some fascinating webinars and the total saddle fit training tip with patty mayer takes a close look at 2nd and 3rd level.
Based on experience, i can tell you that if you are not already an accomplished test reader, a few pointers can make. Every test book features text and graphic diagrams of the tests, with directive ideas for each movement, collective marks with definitions, directional. Each level builds upon the preceding levels principles. Tests are ridden in an arena that is either 20 meters x 40 meters or 20 meters x 60 meters and has letters that mark certain points of the arena.
Trafalgar square books, and its online bookstore, is a small business based on a farm in rural vermont. At the end of the test, all the marks are added together and turned into a percentage where the highest percentage wins. Please select a category from the table below to sort. The usdf follows the same schedule as usef, putting out the intro and freestyle tests in the same years.
Usdf will publish the competition dates and contact information on the usdf website dependent upon when an application is submitted. Whinny widgets 2019 pocket test book dressage extensions. And eliza sydnor romm gives us a great trainer tip about test riding. Georges, intermediate i, intermediate ii, and grand prix, and fei musical freestyles fei paraequestrian. Competitions are held at all levels from amateur to the olympic games and world equestrian games. Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook. Dressage competition tests act as a check on the progress of the horse as it moves up the levels. Please feel free to use these diagrams for personal use. 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. Usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. Neither usdf nor usef is responsible for any errors or omissions in the publication or for the use of its ed materia reproduced with permission of usdf 2018 united states dressage federation usdf and united states equestrian federation usef. Featuring the 2019 usdf introductory and usef national level tests, training through fourth level. This application is tailored for fei dressage riders.
Instructors dressage test book laminated new 2019 tests. When you read the rule book on the usdf website, it takes you to the usef page where you can download pdf files. Attention freestyle riders, the prerequisite to ride a musical freestyle will change effective 12. The magazine offers a thoughtful and informative mix of usdf and dressage community news, educational articles, features on the issues and personalities who are shaping the sport of dressage in america, and essays and commentary by many of. Usdf introductory level test c this unique series of tests provides an opportunity for the horse andor rider new to dressage to demonstrate elementary skills. We ask that during this time you please allow extra time for requests, issues, and transactions to be addressed, and ensure that you are accessing the most uptodate event information. Dressage tests are provided by fei, usef, and usdf.
For a copy of the full 2017 rule book click the link below. These books are optimized and produced for use by dressage judges. 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. May 02, 2020 the worlds premier and longest running podcast about the elegant world of dressage and the official podcast of the united states dressage federation usdf. Each individual book features usdf and usef tests for a particular level and includes arena. As an alternative, the kindle ebook is available now and can be read on any device.
About usdf united states dressage federation usdf 4051 iron works parkway lexington, ky 40511 phone. Whinny widgets has done it again with the helpful whinny widgets 2019 dressage instructors book. Usef dressage tests training through 4th usdf dressage tests intro western dressage tests glassed specific score sheets. The dress code for the fei junior tests, fei dressage tests for 4, 5, and 6 yearold horses and the usef test for 4year old horses is a short riding coat of conservative color, with stock or tie, breeches, and protective headgear as defined in dr120.
Whether you are preparing to compete at an ec or fei sanctioned dressage competition, or you are a competition organizer preparing to host dressage classes, you can access all ec national dressage tests and fei dressage tests below. Suppenkasper named adequanusdf grand prix horse of the year. Training level, first level, second level, third level, and fourth level. Based on experience, i can tell you that if you are not already an accomplished test reader, a few pointers can make the experience more positive for both you and the rider. Suggested ways to use these diagrams and other hints for memorizing your tests. Riding your first dressage test this publication aims to assist young people who are interested in beginning to ride dressage as a discipline of riding or as a method of training their horses.
We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985, and since then have continued to strive to produce highquality equestrian books and. The usdf guide to dressage is going to be our text book for the next few months. See the example of the riders and judges diagrams available in the. Separate books are available in intro, training and first level to fourth level. Dressage tests serve as a measure of the horse and riders schooling. This helps to ensure that the horse and rider build the strong foundation required for the skills needed at higher levels. See the example of the riders and judges diagrams available in the home page footer. Whinny widgets 2019 dressage tests instructors book. Diagrams and callsheets for 2019 usdf and usef dressage tests. Usdf connection focuses on usdf s educational mission and the interests and needs of the american dressage community. The worlds premier and longest running podcast about the elegant world of dressage and the official podcast of the united states dressage federation usdf. As a usef r dressage technical delegate and usdf l education program graduate, i have seen my share of dressage tests read. Please click the link below to the find the 2019 dressage tests.
Coefficient movements are highlighted, required gaits and movements are explained. As mentioned above, the new tests that came out were the usef eventing tests. It includes types of attire breeches, boots, etc, saddle choice, how horse shows are run, and of course what dressage is and how it. Walk you through the united states dressage federation usdf 2004 training level i test 1. Usef usdf dressage tests are now available and published online through usdf here.