This page shows information about judging dressage. 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. The 2015 tests will be effective december 1, 2014 through november 30, 2018. British dressage preliminary test set 2010 the approved official british dressage tests with diagrams 2010 a4 size and in a clear and consice layout. Indoor riding arena cavalluna park the horsethemepark. Dressage tests and score sheets nz riding clubs and. Tips for calling a dressage test expert howto for english. Feb 22, 2017 calling a dressage test for a friend can help to give her confidence so she performs at her best. See the example of the riders and judges diagrams available in the home page footer. Our western dressage tests are designed with progressive elements to showcase the developing skill of horse and rider.
Please note that with immediate effect the pony rider medium tests have been altered to give the option of flying or simple changes. They will remain in effect and should not change for at least 4 years from the title year printed on the test. 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. Laminated books include introductory fourth level tests and arena diagrams. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. It will be a forum for dressagelovers to watch rides, find out how it is judged and discuss with other. If you dont allow long enough, your horse may be too sharp and tense, if you overdo it, he might run out of steam halfway through the test. The figures asked in dressage tests are the voltes, the serpentines and the figures of eight. Welcome to equestrian canada bienvenue chez canada equestre. Your connection should be automatically reestablished in a moment. Ride british dressage, riding for the disabled, pony club and british eventing tests without leaving your yard. Its always educational to watch dressage tests while being able to see the judges scores and comments. All dressage tests are located in the nwha library click here. Emphasis of horsemanship and natural movement fosters the best horse and rider team.
This article first appeared in issue 2 of equestrian life magazine. All judges dressage diagram books dressage illustrated. Subscribe to our newsletter and get exclusive deals you wont find anywhere else straight to your inbox. Mar 12, 2012 its always educational to watch dressage tests while being able to see the judges scores and comments. Dressage competition tests act as a check on the progress of the horse as it moves up the levels. The united states dressage federation is the only national membership organization dedicated to dressage, a method of horse training in existence since ancient greece and an olympic sport since the inception of the modern olympics in the late 1800s. All dressage tests are available in their corresponding discipline within the menu your roleorganisers. So any help would be a appreciated, if you know any dressage tests papers that are not listed, please could you send me them here with the link or url and i will make sure they get posted up. Sep 28, 2016 if this doesnt sound like you, you can also try writing down the test in your own words after reading through it and visualising it a few times. Dressage test blank diagram 14 panels baywood pony club. Posts tagged western dressage tests western dressage is now a recognized usef sportget the official, fully illustrated wdaa tests at the tsb online bookstore. Free dressage diagrams to help you memorize you tests. United states equestrian federation, 2009 dressage rules.
Tests usdf, your connection to the american dressage community. Please click on the buttons below to be redirected. If you speak to the dressage faithful, dressage is the most wonderful horse sport of all. Georges, intermediate, grand prix, and paraequestrian, are available online for download at usdf welcomes input on all dressage tests. Dressage tests and score sheets at all times the objectives of nzrc competitions is to promote a friendly atmosphere. British dressage introprelim tests folder 2014 dressage. Separate books in intro, training and 1st to 4th levels. Each dressage illustrated 2019 test book contains the current standard usdf and usef tests for individual levels. This helps to ensure that the horse and rider build the strong foundation required for the skills needed at higher levels. Please note that ec andor the provincialterritorial sport organizations ptsos are required to pay a fee for the use of.
British dressage 2020 intro and preliminary test set with. Dressage tests grade i, standard, xml, large print. Clear, concise, easily understood, weatherproof, ideal for outdoor use. Sep 28, 2017 the ahsa writes new dressage tests on a fouryear cycle, and new tests for training through fourth levels are now in effect. Getting your warmup right is a key element in producing your best performance in the dressage arena. The test book 2019 is supported by hobson horsecoaches, ar dressage, equizee, custom logistic, matthews hanoverians, vetpro, superior. Tests that are amended will be listed here with the date that changes. Other products include steady hands, soft corrections, cinch converters, crocheted hair net scrunches, adj. Dressage test books beat the elements expert advice on. Nwha offers both traditional and western dressage disciplines for the gaited horse. Riders all over the country are memorizing new dressage tests and trying to remember to turn left at c where before they turned right, or to halt at g instead of x. To download the dsa dressage tests please click here to logon to your profile on the dressage sa online database. Latest british dressage tests with diagrams from trotonline. To confirm that the horse is supple and moves freely forward in a clear and steady rhythm, accepting contact with the bit.
The definitive guide to dressagethe art, science, and secrets of graceful horsemanship for riders who want to exude natural elegance in the saddledressage has been described as a beautiful ballet on horseback. Esnz dressage tests updated to version 2019 on 1819. It embodies an innate grace, a seemingly effortless. Buy dressage test techniques threshold picture guides book 29.
Dressage nz acknowledges the usef, usdf and the efa dressage australia and the dressage directory for their assistance in the production of the 2019 esnz dressage tests and diagrams from introductory through to level 6 organising committees with the appropriate permissions may use either the 20 or 2019 version. Dressage illustrated 2019 test books dressage extensions. These tests sheets with diagrams adjacent to each movement, are designed to help the rider to understand and learn the movements of the dressage test more easily. Dressage nz acknowledges the usef, usdf and the efa dressage australia and the dressage directory for their assistance in the production of the 2019 esnz dressage tests and diagrams from introductory through to level 6. Usef usdf dressage tests are now available and published online through usdf here. These books are optimized and produced for use by dressage judges. In the book master dressage 2nd edition i talk a lot more about what judges are looking for in dressage tests. In a riding lane in exactly this size even olympic dressage tests are ridden. Poney club riding lessons all about horses horse training horseback riding dressage cattle horse stuff ponies. Walk and trot dressage test b name and age of rider if 18 or under name and age of horse judged by. Dressage tests and score sheets nzridingclubsbridleways. It will be a forum for dressage lovers to watch rides, find out how it is judged and discuss with other.
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. Please note that ec andor the provincialterritorial sport organizations ptsos are required to pay a fee for the use of nationallevel dressage tests introductory to fourth level. Please do not navigate to another page while this message is showing. Drawing each movement according to where the judges are judging. Dressage is a highly skilled form of riding performed in exhibition and competition, as well as. At school or university, many students find it hard to remember specific and detailed definitions, but find it easy enough to recall and explain a general concept. Each level builds upon the preceding levels principles. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef h. A dressage anywhere gift certificate is the perfect gift for any rider pick a value between. The official, fully approved 2020 set of british dressage intro and preliminary tests with diagrams. Dressage illustrated has the largest collection of judges diagram books for the current usdf, usef, usea, fei, and wdaa tests. The digital horse dressage is our focus, dressage tests and eventing tests and exercises for riding horses and dressage.
The diagrams clearly show the gaits and patterns of each movement and the location of the transitions between gaits. Riders diagram books riders find the diagrams of the written tests a tremendous aid in visualizing the test and riding it correctly. Mark judges mark comments 1 a enter at working trot c track left 10 2 h x f change the rein working trot 10 3 a medium walk to e 10 4 e half circle right 10m to x. Hopefully your find all the dressage tests papers you need here. A dressage test companion for memorizing patterns and letters in the standard arena dressage gifts, ariana marshall, ruth. Yes, that is four things, but it didnt sound quite as catchy. For all cdi events please use the fei dressage tests located on the link below. Western dressage tests trafalgar square books blog. Pony riders, pdf xml, edition 2007, revision 2009 update 2017. Coefficient movements are highlighted, required gaits and movements are explained.
Latest british dressage tests, including preliminary and novice, up to fei grand prix special, all dressage tests with diagrams from trot online, established in 2006. A trusted reader standing at the side of the arena allows a rider to concentrate on the movement shes performing without worrying about forgetting what comes next. Each has letters assigned to positions around the arena for dressage tests to specify where movements. The 2015 united states equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on usef. Therefore, a dressage test user fee is applied for competitions using ec national dressage tests. Includes directive ideas, directional arena diagrams and definitions of collective marks. Three things judges look for at intro dressage training.