Usef to continue eventing frangible technology grant. An eventing competition includes one or more tests from the following branches of equitation. All fei eventing rules can be accessed at this link. One of the most notable developments from the 2016 usef annual meeting was the passing of a rule requiring ushja registered horses to be microchipped eq103. 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. National governing body for equestrian sport in the united states. She was named the usefs 2005 developmental coach of the year and has served as developing riders coach for the u. If youre like most people and need to see the red markups to fully catch all of the changes, the markedup version is here. It is a shameful piece of junk not worthy to be called a rule book. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book.
Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. The united states equestrian federation usef or us equestrian is the national governing body for most equestrian sports in the united states. Usef efforts were preceded by the riders4helmets helmet safety symposium, held in wellington, fla. These rule changes, primarily impacting saddlery and errorspenalties, are effective immediately. Jan 21, 2016 one of the most notable developments from the 2016 usef annual meeting was the passing of a rule requiring ushja registered horses to be microchipped eq103. Since 2017, charles owen has been the official helmet supplier of us equestrian, as well as a safety education partner. The new rule is 23 pages long, so a brief summary is tough, but if you want to read the whole thing, its available at the usef website. Following the usef midyear board of directors meeting this week in lexington, ky. Usef to continue eventing frangible technology grant program.
The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. These rules are carefully and sometimes densely worded but definitely worth the read. United states equestrian federation 4001 wing commander way lexington, ky 40511 p. If a whip is carried in the crosscountry andor jumping test, or while jumping any obstacle before these tests, it must not be.
Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook. Rusty cook usef rdressage td dressage at rebecca farm is an official qualifying competition for. The idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. Here we quote the 2017 usef rule book for dressage show attire, and follow each rule with tips from dover saddlery s. Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current usef rule book will be conducted. The intent of moving the language is to limit the language in chapter 10 to rules versus how usef licenses.
For members who do not participate in usef licensed competitions as. United states equestrian federation usef is pleased to have the continuing support of equestrian safety gear manufacturer charles owen. Entry blanks will be accepted only when signed by the owner or his exhibitors agent, trainer and rider and accompa. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials. In 2001, the organization changed its name to usa equestrian usae and, in 2003 it merged with the united states. These tests can be used for training or showing purposes. Feb 21, 2017 following the usef midyear board of directors meeting this week in lexington, ky. Us equestrians new learning center with video lessons from many of the top professionals in equestrian sports, usef network, us equestrian magazine, equestrian weekly newsletter, memberperks, safesport training and much more. As we transition to this modified format, there may be interruptions to service.
Sep 09, 2018 the idcta strongly recommends that you read chapter dr dressage division and chapter ev eventing division of the usef rule book. Dressage at circle g is governed by the rules and specifications of the current usef rule book and the current usdf region rule book. Congratulations new 2019 usdf l education program graduates. Everything you need to know about usefs new microchip rule. Your quick guide to the usef rules that passedand a few that. Feb 21, 2017 usef efforts were preceded by the riders4helmets helmet safety symposium, held in wellington, fla. Rule change type effective date draft received board action standard 1212018 8312017 proposed change gr844 poling chapter 8f welfare of the horse gr844 poling 1.
Us equestrian rules for eventing us equestrian rules for eventing 11 usea horse registration and yearend awards policy preliminary and above participation in usef recognized competitions to participate in u. Nov 30, 2016 the fei has quietly released the new rules for eventing for 2017. A copy of the usef rules may be obtained from their web site free of charge. If a licensed competition allows manual poling and the relevant state laws do not prohibit such practices, it must be done in the designated schooling areas. Or, stop by any of our retail stores to speak with a dover saddlery product adviser. For the definition of amateur status, please refer to the usef rules for eventing, appendix 3. Uniting the equestrian community by ensuring fairness, safety, and enjoyment since 1917. In an effort to minimize the financial impact of the new rule on organizers, the united states eventing association usea awarded usef a generous grant to ensure all who applied received a. If a whip is carried in the crosscountry andor jumping test, or while jumping any obstacle before these tests, it must not be weighted at the end or exceed 75cm 30. Ev eventing division usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard euine medical institute chapter ev eventing division subchapter ev1 general rules for all eventing competitions ev101 introduction 1.
By clicking any link on this page you are giving your consent for us to set cookies. Rule change type effective date draft received board action standard 1212018 831 2017 proposed change gr844 poling chapter 8f welfare of the horse gr844 poling 1. Eventing is often known as the triathlon of the equestrian world. Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing. Read all about it general rules 401 through 4 outline the procedures for testing and enforcement and explain in general what is and isnt permitted. Us equestrian announces erik duvander as new eventing. Suppenkasper named adequanusdf grand prix horse of the year. Athletes wishing to file a grievance challenging a denial or threatened denial to participate in competition, please see the athletes guide to filing a grievance regarding opportunity to participate and grievance form. The current usef rule on protective headgear will be enforced at all shows. Severson was the united states eventing associations lady rider of the year four times. These rules are to be used by affiliated pony clubs organising eventing for pony club grades. All updated texts, showing the latest changes, can be found under approved rule changes in the rule book section of the usef website, and listed in the links below.
Correct attire for the dressage ring training through fourth levels for more assistance or to request a catalog call 18009891500. Poorly written, referenced, extremely cumbersome to use. Your quick guide to the usef rules that passedand a few. Representatives from usef, the united states eventing association, the united states dressage foundation, the united states hunter jumper association, racing, polo, helmet manufacturers, helmet testing authorities, leading equestrians and medical experts met with the goal of. Top 3 crosstraining exercises for eventing horses us. The fei has quietly released the new rules for eventing for 2017. Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc. 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. Rule tracking draft proposal type effective date proponent status usef 9 2 212017 approved 1142017 ev 105. Equestrian federation licensed competitions at the preliminary level or. Regular competitions, eventing competitions at the preliminary level or above and combined driving competitions at the advanced. Oct 04, 2017 education starts with understanding what is and isnt legal. Appointment of eventing officials guidelines for championshipsgames.
The usea is a nonprofit 501c3, educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. For those who have memorized the rulebook word for word, you can check out the clean version here. Eventing show jumping critique with richard jeffery us. United states equestrian federation 4047 iron works parkway lexington, ky 40511 p. Usef passes dressage and eventing helmet rules expert.
National eventing rules effective 1 january 2018 latest update december 2017 the equestrian australia national eventing rules may also be found on the equestrian australia website. All updated texts, showing the latest changes, can be found under approved rule changes in the rule book section of. As of december 1, 2017, all hunters, jumpers and equitation horses will need to have microchips in order to accumulate points. Please contact the usopc athlete ombudsman office at 719 8665000, or email. Smooth leather or leather like halfchaps may be worn if combined with matching colored paddock boots at all levels at schooling shows. We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. The system will automatically verify that all usef and usdf cards are current for the 2017 show year this includes, horse, rider, owner, trainer and coach.
Here we quote the 2017 usef rule book for dressage show attire, and follow each rule with tips from dover saddlery s product advisors to help you make the right choices for riding training through fourth levels. A truly complete sport that tests both the horse and rider in all aspects of horsemanship, and one of the 3 olympic disciplines. The following exceptions to usef rules are permitted at esdcta dressage schooling shows. Understand the usef equine drug testing rules expert howto. Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current federation rulebook will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. Education starts with understanding what is and isnt legal. It began on january 20, 1917, as the association of american horse shows, later changed to the american horse shows association ahsa. The federation and the usea recognize three types of eventing competitions. Pcawa rules for eventing 2017 6 1 preamble these pcawa eventing rules are effective from 1st january 2017 as from this date, all other texts covering the same matter i. Olympic gold medallist blyth tait has announced his retirement from major competition.
Usa eventing is part of us equestrians family of 29 breeds and disciplines. 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. A completed rewrite of chapter 3 of the rule book which deals with competiton licensing, including the mileage rule the summary. The licensed officials task force is proposing to strike gr1040 as appears in the 2017 rule book through gr1078 and move that language into a new us equestrian licensed officials policies and procedures document. Rule change type effective date draft received board action. The first change introduces a new category of rules called prohibited practices to the usef rule book which will take effect dec. Kim severson eventing llc is based in charlottesville, virginia. Since 2017, charles owen has been the official helmet supplier of us equestrian, as well as a safety education partner and learning center content partner. Usef extraordinary rule changes for dressage chronicle forums. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. Representatives from usef, the united states eventing association, the united states dressage foundation, the united states hunter jumper association, racing, polo, helmet manufacturers, helmet testing authorities, leading equestrians and medical experts met with the goal. As a result, the usef executive committee has approved several extraordinary rule changes for the dressage division chapter dr of the usef rule book.
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