25TH EDITION $25.00 I Have Often Been Asked ‘Why Do I Like Horses So Much’

25TH EDITION $25.00 I have often been asked ‘why do I like horses so much’. Look into one’s eyes. There you will see generations of horses who have served the human for thousands of years faithfully for nothing in return... They deserve to be loved and respected as much as humanly possible. ... embrace them as you would a dear friend, for they are.

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2 Welcome to the USDF Region 9 2021 Omnibus ~25th Edition~

The production of this Omnibus is only possible due to the dedication and hard work of many people. Special Thanks… To Arlene Gaitan, Nicole Miller, and Nettie Olsen, who designed, formatted, put together, proofed, collected money, and handled the ads, printing, mailing, etc. Region 9 is fortunate to have members with the organizational skills and technical knowledge who are willing to put this book together . Thanks also go to the following people for specific contributions: Anne Kuhns Youth Opportunity page Carolyn VandenBerg Technical delegate listing Sarah Jane Martin SWDC page Marilyn Kulifay Judges, “L” Grads Becky Brown NAYC page Nicole Miller PDF version on the website Thanks to GMOs, shows, and advertisers for supporting our Region. Additional copies of this Omnibus are available for $25.00 each. The order form is on the Region 9 website, www.usdfregion9.org and on page 14 of this book. Also, on page 15, there is an Advertising Form for the 2022 Omnibus. Please consider supporting this book with an advertisement. Every effort is made to ensure correct information is in this Omnibus. Region 9, its Omnibus Committee, and its Board members and chairs, accept no responsibility for incorrect information or misprints. For USEF information and rules, go to: http://www.usef.org For USDF information and rules, go to: http://www.usdf.org

Region 9 Director Sherry Guess 18216 S. 397th E. Avenue Porter, OK 74454 918.640.1204 / [email protected]

3 4 USDF Region 9 Board of Directors

Adult Education & Awards Omnibus Editor Donna Meyer Nicole Miller [email protected] [email protected]

Competition Management Secretary Jan Colley Sarah Jane Martin [email protected] [email protected]

FEI Junior/Young Rider Sporthorse Becky Brown Regina Milliken [email protected] [email protected]

Freestyle Teaching Excellence Award Susan Howard Meg Flemming [email protected] [email protected]

GMO Technical Delegates and Jennifer Jarvis Regional Championship [email protected] Carolyn VandenBerg [email protected] Horse Person of the Year Carolyn VandenBerg Treasurer [email protected] Nettie Olsen 1505 Lakeview Dr. Judges and “L” Grads Keller, TX 76248 Marilyn Kulifay [email protected] [email protected] Webmaster/e-Newsletter/ Membership Historian Leslie Rohrer Nicole Miller [email protected] [email protected] Nominating Youth Programs Alecia Daniel Anne Kuhns [email protected] [email protected] Omnibus Advertising Arlene Gaitan [email protected]

5 H ans Jurgen Boone Classical Dressage

USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist

Dressage Trainer, Coach Owner of Irish Day Farm

 Trained & coached 25 horse/rider pairs to their USDF Bronze Medals; 19 to their USDF Silver Med- als; & 4 to their USDF Gold Medals

 Trained & coached 23 horse/rider pairs to FEI Level competition.

 Successful importer of selective warmbloods for competition

“Mission Statement: To develop and perfect the riding skills of each student, and create harmonious rider/horse relationships at all levels of classical dressage through skill, experience, knowledge and instruction.”

Irish Day Farm, 9510 Windfern, Houston, TX 77064 [email protected] or 713-899-0155

6 Alphabetical List of Contents Advertisers...... 9 Competitions...... 19 Competition Listing by Date...... 21 Dressage Arena Diagrams...... 77 Dressage Tests...... 73 USDF Introductory Level...... 78 USDF Training Level...... 82 USDF First Level...... 86 USDF Second Level...... 90 USDF Third Level...... 95 USDF Fourth Level...... 99 FEI Tests...... 103 Freestyles...... 112 Evie Tumlin Memorial Fund...... 17 GMO Contact Information...... 16 NAYC Program...... 13 Officials & Instructors...... 59 Omnibus Advertising Information...... 15 Omnibus Order Form...... 14 Professional Services Listing...... 51 Pyramid of Training...... 75 Region 9 Board of Directors...... 5 Region 9 Horse Person of the Year...... 8 Region 9 Information...... 11 Region 9 Teaching Excellence Award...... 10 SWDC Championship Scores...... 47 SWDC Information...... 48 GAIG/USDF Regional Championship Scores...... 49 Trainers and Instructors...... 53 USDF Certified and Associated Instructors...... 70 USDF “L” Graduates...... 65 USEF Licensed Judges...... 61 USEF Licensed Technical Delegates...... 63 Welcome...... 3 Youth Information Page...... 12

7 Congratulations Sherry Guess 2019 Region 9 Horse Person of the Year

Previous Recipients Region 9 Horse Person of the Year 2018 Carolyn VandenBerg 2005 Sarah Jane Martin 2017 Barbara Harty 2004 Michele Voorhees 2016 Leslie Rohrer 2003 Burnis Foy 2015 Inez Campbell 2002 Bee Pape Ed La Vallee 2001 Kathleen George 2014 Bess Bruton 2000 Molly Wallin 2013 Kathy Jones 1999 Leigh Olejer 2012 Vera Muckleroy 1998 Larualyn Bushager 2011 Meg Flemming 1997 Paul Kathen 2010 Evie Tumlin 1996 Sherry Arndt 2009 Lyndon T. Rife 1995 Charlotte Kerr 2008 Sally Chionsini 1994 Fran Dearing 2007 Kathryn Kyle Lurena Bell 2006 No Nominations 1993 Becky Snell

8 Advertiser Index Alamo Dressage Association Shows...... 28, 42 Austin Dressage Unlimited...... 34 Erin Bell Dressage...... 53 Lurena Bell...... 53 Brookstone Farm...... 53, 71 Becky Brown...... 53, 61 Celeste Brown...... 71 Bess Bruton...... 118 Judy Campbell-Urban...... 53 Central Plains Shows...... 26 Coker Chiropractic...... 55 Dallas Dressage Club Shows...... 33, 38, 45,46 Emerald Classic Shows...... 25 Fort Worth Dressage Club Shows...... 27 GAIG/USDF Region 9 Championships and SWDC...... 47, 48, 49 Green Country Dressage Shows...... 37 Great Southwest Equestrian Center Shows...... 32, 41 Sherry Guess Dressage...... 53 Susan Hancock...... 54 Grace Harris...... 54 Renee Hausmann...... 57, 117 Houston Dressage Society Shows...... 24, 30, 35, 40, 44 Jennifer Jones Dressage...... 18 Hans Jurgen Boone...... 6, 54 Le Bon Temps Show...... 23 Sandra Lindenberg...... 18 LTR Dressage...... 54, 64 Margo Marano...... 57, 66 Sarah Jane Martin...... 57 Karen McGowin Dressage...... 54 Millermark Creations...... 68 Alyce Morgan...... 54, 69 Leslie Morris...... 54 Oklahoma Dressage Society Shows...... 31, 36, 39 Bobbie Paulk...... 54 Benjamin Pfabe...... 55 Olva Stewart Pharo...... 56, 57 Right Start Dressage...... 55, 62 Taylor, Harris Insurance Services (THIS) Donna Meyer...... 54, 57 Texas Rose Dressage Classic Shows...... 29, 43 Tex-Over Farms...... 4, 55 Sandy Venneman, PhD...... 57 Whit Watkins...... 55 Windy Knoll Farm...... 55

9 sage teach dres ing lence aw excel ard 2019

IS PRESENTED TO John Mason

The Teaching Excellence Award, which includes a grant of $5,000, is awarded to a Region 9 instructor for excellence in the teaching of dressage.

Past Recipients Past Recipients 2018 Marie Morgan 2013 Whit Watkins 2017 Martin Arnold 2012 Susan Hancock 2016 Yvonne Kusserow 2011 Ashley Hamill 2015 Becky Brown 2010 Paul Kathen 2014 Fran Kehr 2009 Marie Morgan

To learn how to qualify for — or to contribute to — this award, visit www.usdfregion9.org or dressagefoundation.org

10 Region 9 Information

Visit us online at www.usdfregion9.org or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/usdf.region9. An e-newsletter with important Regional news is emailed monthly. Sign up on the Region 9 website to receive this newsletter. All Regional members also receive a monthly e-blast from the USDF office. Region 9 and sales of this Omnibus support the following: n Adult Education Fund to help GMOs finance events geared toward adults n Youth Education Fund to help GMOs finance events geared toward youth n FEI Jr/YR Funds, to offset expenses for attending NAYC n A travel fund for smaller GMOs to help send one of their Board members to the Regional summer meeting, and/or the USDF National Convention n Continuing educational programs for USEF-licensed judges and USDF “L” grads. Attendance is open to all Regional members, not just judges n Funds to help Region 9 PM Delegates attend the USDF National Convention n Funds to help the volunteer Regional Board, and Committee Chairs attend the Regional summer meeting and the USDF National Convention n Funds to finance the Regional website n Funds that purchased the Region 9 Bench, located in the courtyard at the USDF National Educational Center in Lexington, KY n Funds for the Region 9 Horseperson of the Year Award n Funds to help sponsor the USDF National Convention when held in Region 9 Thanks for your support! If you are interested in advertising in the 2022 Omnibus, please see page 15 of this book. 11 Region 9 Youth

In USDF, a Youth membership is for riders under the age of 21 on December 1st of the current membership year. In recognized competitions, all youth ages compete under the Jr/YR category in USEF and FEI tests. Youth who wish to compete in the NAYC classes must qualify in specific tests determined by their age and skill. The NAYC is held in the summer.

Region 9 Schooling Show Challenge A certificate program offered to the Youth of Region 9 for schooling show participation. Visit www.usdfregion9.org/youth- young-riders-2/youth-young-riders-resources for requirements and application.

USDF and USEF Programs for Youth n USDF Youth Volunteer of the Year n USDF Youth Dressage Rider Recognition Pin Program n USDF Youth Convention Scholarship n USDF youth Shining Star Program n USDF Sport Horse Youth Handler/Judge Seminar n USDF Dressage Sport Horse Youth Breeders Seminar n USDF Educational Membership (e-TRAK) n USDF Jr/YR Clinic Series n USEF/USDF Dressage Seat Medal Program n USDF/USEF Young Rider Graduate Program n USDF Arts Contest n USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award

More Information USDF www.usdf.org (‘Youth’ link on home page) USEF www.usef.org (look under ‘membership’, then ‘youth’)

Youth Programs Chair for Region 9: Anne Kuhns [email protected]

12 FEI North American Youth Championships

2019 NAYC Bronze Medalists Region 9 Junior Rider Team Emma Claire Skye Gage Sydney Stephens Simpson Miles Lipar

13 Region 9 Omnibus Order Form

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14 Region 9 Omnibus Advertising Form In response to requests from our advertisers, our Omnibus will be posted on the USDF Region 9 website for free access. Deadline for advertising will be August 25, 2021 so hard copies will be available at the Regional Championships. A $35 late charge will be assessed for all late ads. Put the name to be listed in the Omnibus under Business/Competition name. If no name is listed, the Contact name will be used. All USEF Judge, TD, USDF “L” Graduates, and USDF Certified Instructor listings are free and no form is needed. We reserve the right to change the size of the ad without notification to fit the space paid for. At our discretion, ads may either (1) be separated into two categories or (2) placed randomly throughout the book. One complimentary hard copy Omnibus is offered to each full-page advertiser, regardless of number of ads purchased.

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Dallas Dressage Club Becky Brown, President [email protected] DallasDressage.org

16 Evie Tumlin Memorial Fund Evie Tumlin was an integral part of her Region 9 dressage and eventing community. Throughout her years of serving and helping others, she touched many lives and helped to raise several generations of young men and women who loved horses. This Fund was established in memory of Evie by her friends and colleagues in Region 9. Among her many accomplishments, Evie was the founder of the Mississippi Eventing and Dressage Association, named the 2010 Region 9 Horseperson of the Year, was a USDF L Program Graduate, received her USDF Silver Medal, and was a member of TDF’s Century Club. She was a much-loved instructor and trainer in Mississippi, and even worked with the Oxford Mounted Police unit.

Grants

The goal of the Evie Tumlin Memorial Fund is to provide financial assistance to Adult Amateur riders who currently reside in USDF Region 9, to aid in their development in dressage. Grants will typically range in the amount of $250 - $750, to be used for educational experiences that will further the applicant’s knowledge of dressage and are in addition to the applicant’s typical training plan. These events may include camps, clinics, riding lessons, etc. Additional consideration will be given to riders who also participate in eventing, as well as to those who have a history of volunteer work related to dressage and/or eventing.

Additional Grant Information

1. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

2. Funding cannot be used for competition entries, vet and/or farrier expenses, or the purchase of a horse or equipment. Funding must be used for the event/training specified in the grant application.

3. A rider may not receive the grant in consecutive years.

4. The committee reserves the right to not award a grant in any given year if they determine that no candidate has met the criteria. Funds would then be held until the following year. The applications and discussions of the selection committee are confidential and their decisions are final.

5. If the grant recipient is unable to attend the specified event/training, The Dressage Foundation must be notified as soon as possible. Approval for a change in the use of funds is at the discretion of TDF and the grant Selection Committee.

6. The online application form and all required documents must be received by TDF on or before March 1st of each year. A final decision will be announced by April 30th.

7. The grant must be used for an event that falls after April 30th of the year in which you apply and must be used by April of the following year.

Application and donation information may be found on The Dressage Foundation’s website, www.dressagefoundation.org.

17 Trainer • Judge • Clinics • Sales Sandra Lindenberg

USDF Gold Medalist USEF/WDAA Judges Seminar Graduate WDAA Train the Trainer Graduate

Head trainer at Yeguada Santa Elena breeding & Sales of top quality Sport Horse type PRE’s.

956-369-9242 [email protected]

Thank you Thank you to all the advertisers who support the Region 9 Omnibus. Make sure to mention you found them here!

18 COMPETITIONS

19 competitions competitions COMPETITIONS

20 Calendar of Advertised Competitions 2020 April 9-11 Texas Rose Dressage OCTOBER Classic I & II October 31-November 1 Tyler, TX Le Bon Temps I & II page 29 Folsom, LA page 23 April 24-25 CPDS Dressage Show 2021 Oklahoma page 26 JANUARY April 29-May 2 January 23-24 HDS CDI2*/1*/Am/YH/Y/J/P/ HDS Winter Shows I & II CH/U-25 and Spring Classic Katy, TX Shows I & II page 24 Katy, TX MARCH page 30 March 6-7 Emerald Classic I & II MAY

Katy, TX May 8-9 ODS Spring Dressage I & II page 25 Tulsa, OK March 20-21 page 31 FWDC Cowtown Dressage I & II

Glen Rose, TX May 15 CPDS AHA Sport Horse page 27 page 26 March 27-28

CPDS Dressage Show May 29-30 GSEC Diamond Classic I & II Oklahoma Katy, TX page 26 page 32 APRIL May 29-30 April 3-4 DDC Spring Show I & II San Antonio Spring Dallas, TX Dressage I & II page 33 San Antonio, TX page 28 JUNE June 5-6 CPDS Dressage Oklahoma page 26

21 Calendar of Advertised Competitions, cont. June 12-13 September 11-12 HDS Summer Shows I & II San Antonio Fall Dressage I & II Katy, TX San Antonio, TX page 35 page 42 June 19-20 September 24-26 Green Country Dressage Classic Texas Rose Fall Classic I & II I & II Tyler, TX Claremore, OK page 43 page 37 OCTOBER June 26-27 October 7-10 CPDS Dressage GAIG/USDF Region 9 Oklahoma Championships & SWDC page 26 Championships & HDS Autumn AUGUST Classic August 14-15 Katy, TX DDC Lemonade Daze page 44 Show I & II October 30 Athens, TX CPDS Dressage Show page 38 Oklahoma August 21-22 page 26 ODS Summer Show I & II October 30-31 Shawnee, OK Le Bon Temps I & II page 39 Folsom, LA August 28-29 page 23 HDS Laborious Day Shows I & II NOVEMBER Katy, TX November 6-7 page 40 DDC Yellow Rose Festival SEPTEMBER Shows I & II September 4-5 Dallas, TX CPDS Dressage Show page 45 Oklahoma page 26 September 11-12 GSEC Platinum Classic I & II Katy, TX page 41

22 23 Houston Dressage Society

Winter Shows I & II Great Southwest Equestrian Center, Katy, TX Level 3 Competition January 23-24, 2021 (two shows)

Recognized by USEF, USDF, SWDC, NDPC and HDS

2021 Official Qualifying Competition for: Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 9 Dressage and Southwest Dressage Championships Adequan FEI North American Youth Championships USEF Pony Rider Dressage National Championship, USEF Junior and Young Rider Dressage National Championships, USEF Children Dressage National Championship USEF Young Adult Brentina Cup Dressage National Championship Markel/USEF Young and Developing Horse Dressage Championship FEI World Breeding Championships for Young Horses in Dressage (Five and Six Year Olds) National Dressage Pony Cup

Judges: Robin Brueckmann, “S”, Anne Cizadlo, “S”, Debby Savage, “S”

Show Secretary: Susan Peacock, OK

www.showsecretary.com www.houstondressagesociety.org

DEDICATED TO FURTHERING THE ART AND EDUCATION OF DRESSAGE

24 Opening: January 15, 2021 (tentative) Closing: February 10, 2021

Emerald Classic I & II March 6-7, 2021

Great Southwest Equestrian Center 2501 South Mason Road Katy, Texas

Come Celebrate the Wearin’ o’ the Green!

Qualifying Competition for 2021 Great American/USDF Championship 2021 Southwest Dressage Championship NDPC Pony Cup 2021 Developing Program Qualifiers NAYC, JR/YR/YA, Young Horse & Developing Horse

Show Contact: Marilyn Kulifay Email: [email protected]

Sponsored in part by www.MyBestHorse.com Specialized Equine Supplements at an Affordable Price

25 26 27 28 29 Houston Dressage Society

CDI2*/1*/Am/YH/Y/J/P/CH and Spring Classic Shows I & II Great Southwest Equestrian Center, Katy, TX Level 5 Competition April 29 – May 2, 2021 (two shows for open show)

Recognized by FEI, USEF, USDF, SWDC, NDPC and HDS

2021 Official Qualifying Competition for: Great American/USDF Region 9 Dressage and Southwest Dressage Championships Adequan FEI North American Youth Championships USEF Pony Rider Dressage National Championship, AGCO/USEF Junior and Young Rider Dressage National Championships, USEF Children Dressage National Championship USEF Young Adult Brentina Cup Dressage National Championship Markel/USEF Young and Developing Horse Dressage Championships FEI World Breeding Championships for Young Horses in Dressage (Five and Six Year Olds) National Dressage Pony Cup

Judges: Kari McClain, “S”, FEI 3* USA Cesar Torrente, “S”, FEI 4* COL TBD

Show Secretary: Susan Peacock, OK

www.showsecretary.com www.houstondressagesociety.org

DEDICATED TO FURTHERING THE ART AND EDUCATION OF DRESSAGE

30 31 Diamond Classic Shows I & II MAY 29 - 30 2021

LEVEL 3 COMPETITION

QUALIFYING COMPETITION FOR: 2021 GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE GROUP / UNITED STATES DRESSAGE FEDERATION REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP 2021 SOUTHWEST DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIP

SHOW MANAGER - JON C. HAUGEN

SHOW INFORMATION - AMY UNISS 281-978-0767 - [email protected]

DOWNLOAD PRIZE LIST: SHOWSECRETARY.COM #DIAMONDCLASSIC2021 GSWEC.COM KATY - TEXAS

32 Spring Show I & II May 29th & 30th, 2021 Opening Date: March 29, 2021 Closing Date: May 10, 2021

Judges

Marilyn Heath (S), Venice, FL Dolly Hannon (S), Arvada, CO (TBA)

Official Qualifying Competition for the:

2021 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Championships

2021 Southwest Dressage Champion ships 2021 USEF Children Dressage National Championship

2021USEF Pony Rider Dressage National Championship 2021 USEF Junior and Young Rider Dressage National Championships; 2021 USEF Young Adult ‘Brentina Cup’ Dressage National Championship

2021 Markel/USEF Young and Developing Horse Dressage Championships

www.dallasdressage.org [email protected]

33 Region 9 Group Member Organization Focused on dressage education, progressive training and advancement up through the levels of the USDF Dressage for our members and their horses. ADU supports its members through a number of activities, and encourages them to set their riding standards high and believe they can achieve their goals through hard work and dedication.

Join today to enjoy great benefits!  ADU University Events coming in 2020/2021   Scholarship Program Quarterly Education Dinner & DVD Nights   Annual Awards Program USDF/USEF Recognized Show – “Blue Hair  Members receive Preferred Registration Special”   Members receive Reduced Event Participation Fees Year End Awards Banquet  Building and extending the dressage community and MUCH, MUCH, MORE!

34 Houston Dressage Society

Summer Shows I & II Great Southwest Equestrian Center Katy, TX Level 3 Competition June 12-13, 2021 (two shows)

Recognized by USEF, USDF, SWDC, NDPC and HDS

Judges: TBD

] Show Secretary: Susan Peacock, OK

www.showsecretary.com www.houstondressagesociety.org

DEDICATED TO FURTHERING THE ART AND EDUCATION OF DRESSAGE

Oklahoma Dressage Society (ODS) is a Group Membership Organization (GMO) of the United States Dressage Federation. Our mission is to promote and support the sport and art of dressage to the equestrian community for the purpose of fostering individual and collective growth by providing leadership, education, exhibitions, publications, competitions, and to enhance greater public awareness, understanding, and appreciation for the discipline of dressageOklahoma Dressage Society offers: .

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• Education in the form of clinics, recognized shows, schooling shows and educational events for it’s members • Recognition of rider achievements through Year End Award Program, both for Schooling Shows and Recognized Shows, and WD• Monthly newsletter, email blasts, ZOOM education, Facebook pageGreen Country Chapter (GCC) ODS has 1 Chapter offering local activities in the Tulsa area 2021 Recognized Shows/Clinics

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• May 7/8 – ODS Show, Tulsa Expo – Tulsa, OK Level 3 – 2, 1-Day Shows • June 19/20 - GCC Shows, Claremore Expo – Claremore, OK Level 3 – 2, 1-Day Shows Spring Symposium – April 10/11, Tulsa Expo – Tulsa, OK (Clinician, We hope to have Beth Baumert, who had to cancel in 2020)

Visit our website www.dressageoklahoma.org for a complete calendar of events, membership information, blog postings, newsletters and more.

36 37 Lemonade Daze Show I & II

August 14th & 15th, 2021

Opening Date: June 14, 2021 Closing Date: July 26, 2021

USEF Level 2 Competition Henderson County Fair Park, Athens, Texas

Judges Joan Darnell (S), Olympia, WA Melonie Kessler (S), Sherwood, OR

Of cial Qualifying Competition for the:

2021 Great American Insurance Group/USDF R egional Dressage Championships 2021 Southwest Dressage Championships AQHA Approved Dressage Competitions

www.dallasdressage.org recognizedshows@dallas dressage.org

38 39 Houston Dressage Society

Laborious Day Shows I & II

Great Southwest Equestrian Center, Katy, TX Level 2 Competition August 28-29, 2021 (two shows) Recognized by USEF, USDF, SWDC, NDPC and HDS

2021 Official Qualifying Competition for: Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 9 Dressage and Southwest Dressage Championships National Dressage Pony Cup

Judges: TBD

Show Manager: Kathy Grisolia, KY Show Secretary: Susan Peacock, OK

www.showsecretary.com www.houstondressagesociety.org

DEDICATED TO FURTHERING THE ART AND EDUCATION OF DRESSAGE

40 Platinum Classic Shows I & II SEPTEMBER 11 - 12 2021

LEVEL 2 COMPETITION

QUALIFYING COMPETITION FOR: 2021 GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE GROUP / UNITED STATES DRESSAGE FEDERATION REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP 2021 SOUTHWEST DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIP

SHOW MANAGER - JON C. HAUGEN

SHOW INFORMATION - AMY UNISS 281-978-0767 - [email protected]

DOWNLOAD PRIZE LIST: SHOWSECRETARY.COM #PLATINUMCLASSIC2021 GSWEC.COM KATY - TEXAS

41 42 43 Houston Dressage Society

Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 9 Dressage Championships & Southwest Dressage Championships & HDS Autumn Classic

Great Southwest Equestrian Center, Katy, TX Level 4 Competition

October 7-10, 2021 (one show) Recognized by USEF, USDF, SWDC, NDPC and HDS

2021 Official Qualifying Competition for: Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 9 Dressage Championships Southwest Dressage Championships National Dressage Pony Cup

Judges: Barb Ebner, “S” Brent Hicks, “S” Sue Mandas, “S” Charlotte Trentelman, “S” TBD

Show Secretary: Susan Peacock, OK

www.showsecretary.com www.houstondressagesociety.org

DEDICATED TO FURTHERING THE ART AND EDUCATION OF DRESSAGE

Yellow Rose Festival Shows I & II

November 6th & 7th, 2021

Opening Date: September 6, 2021 Closing Date: October 18, 2021

Judges Sue Kolstead (S), Florence, KY

Dave Schmutz(S), Glendale, CA

Of cial Qualifying Competition for the: 2022 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships 2022 Southwest Dressage Championships 2022 FEI North American Jun ior and

Young Rider Championships 2022 USEF Children DressageNational C hampionship 2022 USEF Pony Rider Dressage National Championsh ip 2022 USEF Junior and Young Rider Dressage National Championships; 2022 USEF Young Adult ‘Brentina Cup’ Dressage National Championship American Quarter Horse Speci al Event AQHA Approved Dressage Competitions www.dallasdressage.org [email protected]

2020 Membership Application Application Type New ____ Renewal ____

Membership Type Adult ($45) ____ (includes $24 for USDF Group Membership) Junior/Young Rider ($30) ____ (includes $24 for USDF Group Membership) Supporting/Family Member ($22) ____ (includes $10 for USDF Supporting Membership)

Note: the USDF requires the DDC to pay for each group member even if they already have a participating membership.

If supporting, name of member being supported* ______

Name* ______Email address* ______

Date of Birth ______USDF number ______

Address ______City, State, Zip code ______

Phone number ______

Other names used within last 5 years______(avoids DDC and USDF duplications)

*required information

Would you like to volunteer? ______

Individuals qualify for Junior eligibility through the end of the year in which they turn 18. Individuals are eligible for Young Rider eligibility from the start of the year they turn 16 until the end of the year they turn 21. The Dallas Dressage Club is a USDF Group Member Organization. Adult and Junior/Young Rider membership levels include a USDF Group Membership, which can be used for USDF show entries, but not for qualifying for regional and national classes. Qualifying classes require a participating USDF membership obtained directly from the USDF. Supporting Members get a supporting USDF membership, which cannot be used for show entries.

Signature (if under 18, must be signed by parent or guardian) ______

Return application and check made out to Dallas Dressage Club to Galvin Swift DDC membership 4322 Pomona Rd Dallas TX 75209.

Or join and pay directly online: DallasDressage.org with PayPal or credit card in PayPal window.

46 Southwest Dressage Championships

2021 Awards and Qualifying Percentages

Class Adult Amateur Junior/Young Rider Open

Walk Trot (USDF Intro B test) 63% 63% Training Level Test 3 61% 61% 64% First Level Test 3 60% 60% 63% Second Level Test 3 59% 59% 62% Third Level Test 3 58% 58% 60% Fourth Level Test 3 57% 57% 58% Prix St Georges 57% 57% 58% Intermediare I 57% 57% 58% Intermediare II 57% 57% 58% Grand Prix 57% 57% 58% Musical Freestyle 1st 62% Musical Freestyle 2nd 62% Musical Freestyle 3rd 62% Musical Freestyle 4th 62% Musical Freestyle FEI 60% Pony Championships - Training Level 3 56% Pony Championships - First Level 3 56%

GOLD, SILVER & BRONZE Medals are awarded to the Champion, Reserve Champion and 3rd Place repectively

AA & OPEN CLASSIC COMBINATION HIGH SCORE (figured by the highest combination of the age of Rider + age of Horse + % Score earned in a SWDC Championship ride).

TOMMY THOMPSON AWARD to the highest % Score earned in a SWDC Championship ride excluding walk-trot and freestyle.

Frequently check our website at www.swdressage.org for updates and information on: 1. Qualifying Percentages 2. Rules for Qualifying 3. Sponsors 4. Past Winners 5. Rules for becoming a Qualifying Competition 6. Rules for Hosting the Championships 7. Score checks (posted at least three weeks after the competition)

47 Southwest Dressage Championships

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48 49 Regional Adult Amateur Equitation Program The USDF Regional Adult Amateur Equitation Program recognizes adult amateurs competing in equitation and promotes correct seat, position, and use of the aids in dressage. An Adult Amateur Equitation Regional Final class presented by Big Dee’s Tack and Vet Supply will be held in conjunction with each of the nine USDF Regional Dressage Championship competitions, providing adult amateurs with additional opportunity for recognition. Adult amateurs wishing to qualify to compete in an Adult Amateur Equitation Regional Final may do so by meeting the following requirements. Qualifying Requirements To be eligible for the USDF Adult Amateur Equitation Regional Final class, rider must have a) Earned a score of 70% or higher in any dressage seat equitation class (except walk/trot) at a USEF-licensed/USDF- recognized Dressage competition within the qualifying period of the applicable regional championship. or b) Qualiﬁed to compete in any regional dressage championship class (excluding freestyles). Membership Requirements Rider must have a USDF Participating Membership at the time the qualifying score is earned, and at the time of the Regional Final class. Rider must be an adult amateur, in accordance with GR1306 of the USEF rules, and be designated with USEF as an adult amateur when the score is earned, and at the time of the Regional Final class. Owner must have a USDF Participating or Business Membership when the qualifying score is earned, and at the time of the Regional Final class. Horse must have a USDF Lifetime Horse Registration when the qualifying score is earned, and at the time of the Regional Final class. The USDF Regional Adult Amateur Equitation Program rules and information can be found on the USDF website. Rev. 2/8/2019

USDF Statement on Animal Welfare The United States Dressage Federation, Inc. (USDF), a federation of individual members and over 100 independent organizations throughout the United States, supports the concept of ethical treatment of animals.

Dressage is a classical method of training horses, based upon the horse’s natural responses, as carried out in a gradual, planned program during which the horse’s athletic abilities are improved in a systematic manner. As a result, the horse becomes capable, comfortable, and responsive in partnership with the rider without the use of force. Dressage competition at various levels of achievement is the ultimate test of the training program to determine whether the desired harmony between horse and rider has been achieved.

The rules pertaining to dressage competition prohibit the use of artificial appliances, training aids, and drugs, which would force the horse to submit. Instead, the emphasis is upon training and a cooperative partnership with the rider. Major competitions are carefully monitored to assure that there is no unnecessary force or harshness displayed.

Unlike other horse sports in which horses enter training at a relatively immature state, dressage training is usually not seriously begun until the horse is three or four. The top levels of achievement require five or more years of progressive training and it is not unusual to see horses in international competition in their late teens. This, in itself, places a premium on good care and soundness throughout the horse’s life.

While supporting the concept of animal welfare in its broadest form, the United States Dressage Federation, Inc., also recognizes that it is unrealistic to ascribe human emotions and responses to the horse which in its wild state is a creature of flight, living a hard and precarious existence. Under domes- tication, the horse is assured of ample food, water, and shelter, as well as protection against infectious diseases and damaging parasites, thus leading a longer and healthier life with a high rate of survival.

As an educational organization, USDF has numerous programs, which teach people how to pursue the accepted, humane training methods. A program of certifying instructors also emphasizes protecting the horse’s welfare in pursuit of dressage training.

United States Dressage Federation 4051 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 859-971-2277, Fax: 859-971-7722, [email protected], www.usdf.org

USDF Statement on Equality and Inclusivity The United States Dressage Federation™ (USDF) is proud to represent all of its members, be a resource for the dressage community, and to support inclusivity in all aspects of sport. As the world comes together during this pivotal time for civil rights, so too must the equine community. USDF stands firmly in support of the principles of equality and inclusivity in the organization and sport. Any form of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexuality, etc. is in direct opposition to these principles and has no place within the organization. USDF supports our members, barn family, fans, and followers of all races, ethnicities, ages, genders, and sexualities. In a sport where the goal is constant and progressive improvements, we must strive to do the same in our personal lives and within our organization. In every ride down the centerline, every group of friends gathering for dressage education, every tragedy and triumph, the dressage community is stronger together. 50 PROFESSIONAL LISTINGS PROFESSIONAL

51 professional professional PROFESSIONAL LISTINGS

52 Trainers and Instructors Erin Bell Dressage Becky Brown 17530 Old Evans Rd. 1424 El Campo Dr. Selma, TX 78154 Dallas, TX 75218 and other locations around (214) 718-0562 San Antonio [email protected] (210) 870-3953 beckybrownhorsemanship.com [email protected] USDF Bronze & Silver Medalist www.Erinbelldressage.com “L” Graduate with distinction Lessons, training, clinics, Certified instructor: Training - boarding and breeding 2nd Level USDF, USEA, USHJA, BHS Belleterrehorse Lessons/clinics/adult camps Lurena Bell 12035 Anderson Lane Judy Campbell-Urban Willis, TX 77318 and Rick Urban (936) 443-6522 Campbell-Urban Training (936) 890-1028 Center [email protected] 210-219-5907 www.belleterrehorse.com [email protected] Lessons, clinics, adult camps “L” Graduate USDF Silver Medalist Brookstone Farm Training, clinics showing Carol Schmickrath Dressage and Eventing through 1011 Patriot Way FEI Georgetown, TX 78626 (512) 863-5005 Sherry Guess Dressage [email protected] 18216 S. 397th E. Avenue Instructing beginners through Porter, OK 74454 Grand Prix (918) 640-1204 USDF Gold, Silver, and Bronze [email protected] Medalist sherryguessdressage.com “L” graduate with distinction Instructing beginners through PSG “L” Graduate with distinction USDF Bronze Medalist USDF-Certified Instructor

53 Trainers and Instructors, cont. Susan Hancock Alyce Morgan La Vernia, Texas Franklin Method Educator (541) 231-9438 (337) 230-5392 [email protected] [email protected] USDF Certified Instructor www.alycemorgan.com USDF Silver Medalist www.franklinmethod.com

Grace Harris Leslie Morris 1208 Wilderness Cover 238 Papworth Ave. Austin, TX 78746 Metairie, LA 70005 (512) 699-6718 (504) 858-5944 [email protected] [email protected] www.waterloodressage.net USDF Bronze and Silver Instruction, training, and sales Medalist USDF Bronze Medalist Lessons and training USDF “L” Graduate Beginners through PSG New Orleans & Northshore Hans Jurgen Boone 9510 Windfern On the Bit Farm Houston, TX 77064 Donna Meyer (713) 899-0155 6811 Honeysuckle Lane [email protected] Bryan, TX 77808 USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold (979) 739-8607 Medalist www.onthebitfarmtexas.com Dressage trainer and coach Boarding, Training, Lessons, Clinics LTR Dressage Beginners thru Advanced Lyndon Rife FEI Rider/Trainer, USEF Judge Julie Madriguera Pilot Point, TX Bobbie A. Paulk (281) 221-0554 2300 Hwy 304 www.lyndonrifedressage.com Smithville, TX 78957 Dressage training: professional, (512) 360-5113 amateur, and junior riders USEF “R” dressage judge USDF Silver Medalist Karen McGowin Dressage Lessons and clinics (713) 569-0124 Horse training, Riding lessons, Showing and Sales 27+ years experience in Northwest Houston

54 Trainers and Instructors, cont. Benjamin Pfabe Whit Watkins (703) 915-8941 Based at Erika West Dressage [email protected] 12595 FM 1097 West Training Level through Willis, TX 77318 Grand Prix (432) 248-0384 Reg 9 Chef d’ Equipe. [email protected] USDF Bronze, Silver, and Gold Right Start Dressage Medalist Andrea Hart Dressage Foundation Reg. 9 (281) 610-1334 Teaching Excellence Award [email protected] Recipient Lessons, Training, Beginners Instruction & training from through Advanced Beginner through Grand Prix Tex-Over Farms, Inc. Windy Knoll Farm Paul Kathen & John Mason Frank Kehr German Certified Instructor/ 32118 Old Hempstead Rd. Trainers Magnolia, TX 77355 13217 Kidd Road (713) 703-9433 Conroe, TX [email protected] [email protected] www.windyknolldressage.com www.tex-overfarms.com Lessons, boarding, training, (936) 273.2416 (Office) judging (361) 215-5087 (John) Boarding, Training Located off of I-45 between The Woodlands and Conroe

COKER CHIROPRACTIC LLC Gregg Coker, DC Animal Chiropractic 918-855-8770 by appointment only [email protected]

55 56 Professional Services Renee Hausmann Olva Stewart Pharo Realtor (281) 373-9304 (210) 386-3115 [email protected] [email protected] www.olvastewartpharo.com Your Boerne and IH-10 Corridor Portraits in pencil or bronze real estate expert Limited editions Unique trophies Margo Marano 685 Magazine Ave. Sandy Venneman, PhD New Braunfels, TX 78130 Sealy, TX (484) 354-0159 (361) 293-1728 [email protected] [email protected] USDF “L” Graduate with Texas national and international Distinction speaker USDF Bronze Medalist Bronze Medalist Available for judging, clinics Sport Psychology Clinics and instruction Personalized horse training and rider instruction using Sarah Jane Martin, EA psychological principles for Income Tax Preparation success P.O. Box 910 Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 443-5811 [email protected] Specializing in: Non-profit 990s, Partnerships, S Corps, farm and ranch, instructors/trainers.

57 The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and freedom. ~ Sharon Ralls Lemon 58 officials OFFICIALS & INSTRUCTORS OFFICIALS 59 OFFICIALS & INSTRUCTORS officials

60 Region 9 USEF-Licensed Judges Dinah Babcock (S) Sarah Jane Martin 13595 Silver Creek Rd. Connemara & Friesian (r), Dripping Springs, TX 78620 Welsh (R), Western (512) 736-7919 Dressage (r) [email protected] P.O. Box 910 Montgomery, TX 77356 Fran Kehr (S) (936) 443–5811 32118 Old Hempstead Road [email protected] Magnolia, TX 77355 (713) 703–9433 Donna Meyer (r) [email protected] Western Dressage (R) 6811 Honeysuckle Lane Marilyn Kulifay (r) Bryan, TX 77808-7633 Western Dressage (R) (979) 739-8607 P.O. Box 3452 [email protected] Houston, TX 77253-3452 (713) 861-0761 Bobbie A. Paulk (R) [email protected] 2300 Hwy 304 Smithville, TX 78957 Julie Madriguera (r) (512) 360-5113 1301 Blackjack Rd. East [email protected] Pilot Point, TX 76258-6920 (281) 253-8822 [email protected]

214-718-0562 [email protected] BECKY BROWN CERTIFIED RIDING INSTRUCTOR

U.S. Dressage Federation U.S. Hunter/Jumper Association U.S. Eventing Association The British Horse Society "L" Graduate with Distinction www.BeckyBrownHorsemanship.com

61 62 Region 9 USEF-Licensed Technical Delegates Bob Cooper (R/M)**r Marilyn Kulifay (R/M)§†† 1409 Blair Court P.O. Box 3452 Allen, TX 75002 Houston, TX 77253 (214) 495.0344 Home (346) 262.6091 Cell (214) 532.6738 Cell [email protected] [email protected] Janis Linnan (R/M)†† www.bobcooperequine.com P.O. Box 428 Andrea Davenport-Himel (r) Chandler, TX 75758 2100 St. Paul Church Rd. (208) 861-2885 Brooksville, MS 39739-5114 [email protected] (703) 402-0507 Sarah Jane Martin (R/M)*† [email protected] P.O. Box 910 Mary Henglein-Mobley (r) Montgomery, TX 77356 1417 Woodlands Dr. (936) 443.5811 Cell Kyle, TX 78640 [email protected] (813) 245.9444 Cell Carolyn VandenBerg (R/M) [email protected] 112 Eden Ranch Drive Susan Howard (R/M) Canyon Lake, TX 78133 8403 Zyle Road (830) 226.5006 Home Austin, TX 78737 (210) 215.2423 Cell (512) 228.0767 Home [email protected] (512) 423.4424 Cell [email protected]

M Measurement Certification **Combined Training Technical Delegate / *C1 & C2 Steward †FEI Level 1 Dressage Steward / ††FEI Level 2 Dressage Steward §FEI Level 3 - Para-Equestrian Dressage

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LTR Dressage Serving the Texas Dressage community for over 26 years.

LTR Dressage owns and operates its own facility in the heart of North Texas Horse country. We have a long history of helping Professional, Amateur, and Junior riders achieve their goals.

Lyndon Rife; USDF Gold, Silver, Bronze Medals CLS 5 Star rider, Region 9 Horse Person of the Year Julie Madriguera; USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals USEF ‘r’ Judge. Active working student and assistant trainer program.

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www.lyndonrifedressage.com 64 Region 9 USDF “L” Graduates CURRENT USDF MEMBERS COMPLETED USDF EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Lisa Blackmon* Leslie E. Cummings 631 Cullins Rd. 102 Gray Vervain Ct. Rockwall, TX 75032 Montgomery, TX 77316 (940) 367-7499 (832) 386-5596 (C) [email protected] [email protected]

Becky Brown* Bre Dorsett-Tamminga* 1424 El Campo Dr. 4401 FM 876 Dallas, TX 75218 Waxahachie, TX 75167 (214) 718-0562 (903) 714-5800 [email protected] [email protected]

Celeste Brown* Crystal Forsell 5154 FM 2484 Leander, TX Salado, TX 76571 (510) 432-7758 (518) 366-6971 [email protected] [email protected] Arlene Boylan Gaitan Bess Bruton* 8417 FM 1283 College Station, TX Lakehills, TX 78063 (662) 701-9854 (210) 386-9576 [email protected] [email protected]

Deborah W. Cinotto Pam Fowler Grace 390 Dillavou Lane 848 CR 3810 Rhome, TX 76078 Hawkins, TX 75765 (817) 319-9815 (281) 785-6498 [email protected] [email protected]

Roberta A. Clark Sherry C. Guess* 16 E 26th Place 18216 S 397th E Avenue Tulsa, OK 74114-2420 Porter, OK 74454-9567 (918) 605-3263 (918) 640-1204 [email protected] [email protected]

*Denotes graduate with distinction 65 Region 9 USDF “L” Graduates (cont.) CURRENT USDF MEMBERS COMPLETED USDF EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Ashley Hammill Kay Kamish* 4 Park DeVille 25395 S 4130 Road #B San Antonio, TX 78248 Claremore, OK 74019-0490 (210) 317-1840 (918) 341-5974 [email protected] (918) 808-6128 (C) www.ashleyhammilldressage.com [email protected]

Julia Handt* Kathy Knappitsch Wylie, TX 290 Hampton Court (972) 896-4230 Fairview, TX 75069 [email protected] (972) 841-8183 (C) [email protected] Grace Harris* www.limeridgefarm.com 1208 Wilderness Cove Austin, TX 78746 Noell Lacy (512) 699-6718 Waco, TX [email protected] (254) 399-6780 [email protected] Laurie J. Hedlund* 21545 Calen Drive Jamie Lawrence* Claremore, OK 74019 Hernando, MS (918) 342-0024 [email protected] [email protected] Mary E. Mahler* Robin A. Hessel* 13509 Northwest Ct. 5417 York Road Haslet, TX 76052 Stillwater, OK 74074 (817) 439- 1254 (405) 747-7121 [email protected] [email protected] Margo Marano* Rebecca Hicks* 685 Magazine Ave. 817 Yegua St. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Bryan, TX 77801 (484) 354 – 0159 (518) 744-5884 [email protected] [email protected]

*Denotes graduate with distinction 66 Region 9 USDF “L” Graduates (cont.) CURRENT USDF MEMBERS COMPLETED USDF EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Kerrie Matesich* Suzan A. Saylor 2804 Meadowbrook Dr. 248 Heritage Trail South Plano, TX 75075 Bellville, TX 77418-9337 (614) 519-5782 (979) 865-0103 [email protected] [email protected] dressageconsult.com Carol Schmickrath* Brenda V. McCall Brookstone Farm 23650 Round Mountain Circle 1011 Patriot Way Leander, TX 78641 Georgetown, TX 78626 (512) 966-0578 (512) 863-5005 [email protected] (512) 940-2841 (c) [email protected] Eva Oldenbroek-Tabor* Brookstonefarmdressage.weebly.com P.O. Box 171 Medina, TX 78055 Ashley Shaw (210) 410-0688 2708 McGregor Lane [email protected] Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (512) 925-7980 Grace Owsley [email protected] Georgetown, TX (208) 921-0027 Rebekah Wesatzke [email protected] Houston, TX (713) 828-4479 Barbara A. Richardson-Lewis* [email protected] 169 CR 2397 Winnsboro, TX 75494-9556 Carolyn West (903) 439-7717 27 Stonehouse Circle [email protected] Wimberley, TX 78676 (864) 430-4690 Shelley Rosenberg [email protected] 3019 Eagle Lake Dr. Pearland, TX 77581 (520) 419-6467 [email protected] www.myhorsesmyhealers.com

*Denotes graduate with distinction 67 Horses change lives. They give our young people confidence and self-esteem. They provide peace and tranquility to troubled souls, they give us hope. – Toni Robinson

68 69 Region 9 Certified Instructors CERTIFIED TRAINING THROUGH FOURTH LEVELS

Mary E. Mahler 13509 Northwest Ct Haslet, TX 76052 (817) 439.1254 [email protected]

CERTIFIED TRAINING THROUGH FIRST/SECOND LEVELS

Becky Brown Susan Hancock 1424 El Campo Dr. La Vernia, TX 78121-4261 Dallas, TX 75218 (541) 231-9438 (214) 718-0562 [email protected] [email protected] Patricia Mojdara Nancy Burba 633 Scenic Pass Pipe Creek 4511 Noble Road San Antonio, TX 78063 Stillwater, OK 74075 (210) 632.3950 (225) 938.0390 [email protected] [email protected] Marie Morgan Sherry Guess 12500 Edwina Blvd Porter, OK 74454 Houston, TX 77045-4800 (918) 640.1204 (713) 433.9817 [email protected] [email protected]

Ashley Hammill Michele Voorhees 4 Park DeVille 6809 Stousland Road College San Antonio, TX 78248 Station, TX 77845-6901 (210) 492.6722 (979) 492.1393 [email protected] [email protected]

ASSOCIATE INSTRUCTORS

Cindy Franchek Donna Meyer Dallas, TX 6811 Honeysuckle Ln. (713) 320.1578 Bryan, TX 77808 www.awstables.com (979) 739.8607 [email protected]

70 BROOKSTONE FARM Dressage Training Center & Tack Shop Breeders of Dutch Warmblood Sport Horses Lessons • Training • Sales .26 Miles North of Austin in Historic Georgetown Richard & Carol Schmickrath 1011 Patriot Way 512-863-5005 Georgetown, TX 78626 [email protected] brookstonefarmdressage.weebly.com

71 “It is the horse’s gift to connect us with Heaven and our own footsteps.” –Ronni Sweet 72 DRESSAGE TESTS DRESSAGE

73 dressage test dressage test DRESSAGE TESTS

74 the judge’s box [email protected]

• Interrelated. In other words, from the very The New Pyramid of Training beginning of dressage training, we are The time-tested “training scale” has some wording changes. working toward the goals of each step Here’s what’s new in the 2019 update. on the pyramid—on the rhythm of each gait, on suppleness with elasticity and By Marilyn Heath relaxation, on acceptance of the aids, with impulsion, engagement, through- ave you ever noticed that explained in the pyramid of training, ness, obedience, and straightness. All the purpose of each dres- which has been updated along with the the time, with every horse at every sage level is stated at the top USDF Glossary of Judging Terms and level, we are addressing balance and an Hof each test, from Training through the 2019 USDF and US Equestrian dres- increasing lightness of the forehand. Fourth Levels? There, and also in the sage tests. Let’s go over the pyramid, US Equestrian Rule Book, appears with special emphasis on the revisions. Climbing the Pyramid: the phrase “to confirm that the horse How the Pyramid Works The Steps Explained demonstrates correct basics….” In other words, the horse should First, it’s important to understand that The main headings in the 2019 revision demonstrate correct basics in order to the steps and concepts contained in are Rhythm, Suppleness, Contact, compete at that level. So what exactly the pyramid of training are Impulsion, Straightness, and Col- are those elusive basics? • Required for the correct training lection. Each heading is followed by The basics are clearly and concisely of the horse, and a brief parenthetical description: the Pyramid of Training definitions in the 2019 Glossary of Judging Terms, which summarize the concepts that accompany each step Collection on the pyramid. Along with each step (Balance and Lightness of the Forehand is a meaningful paragraph or two of from Increased Engagement) explanation. To get the most out of your study of the pyramid of training, pay attention to the explanations of the words in the pyramid. Straightness The first step on the pyramid is (Improved Alignment and Equal, Rhythm (Regularity and Tempo.) Lateral Suppleness on Both Reins) Rhythm is the characteristic sequence of footfalls and timing of a pure walk, “Incr pure trot, and pure canter. The tempo ough Impulsion must be consistent and appropriate to easing Thr (Engagement and the and Obedience” the horse, and the horse should be in Desire to Go Forward) balance and self-carriage suitable to the level being shown. Dressage training Contact should enhance the gaits, with correct oughness tempo and balance allowing increased elopment thr e Conditioning” (Connection and Acceptance of the Bit v freedom and elasticity. Quality of the through Acceptance of the Aids) gaits is often the first directive idea of essiv each movement. The two major changes in the 2019 ogr ysical De pyramid update are the replacement Pr Suppleness

“Ph (Elasticity and Freedom from Anxiety) of Relaxation with Suppleness on the second step, and the replacement of Connection with Contact on the third step. Let’s look at these terms in more Rhythm detail. (Regularity and Tempo) Relaxation has to do with the horse’s mental and physical state. Men- UPDATED©2018 WORDING, United States SAME Dressage GOAL: FederationThe pyramid of training aims to guide dressage training tal relaxation (freedom from anxiety)

correctly is a positive quality. A horse’s physical USDF ILLUSTRATION

The22 United December States 2018/January Dressage 2019 Federation • USDF CONNECTION (USDF) has interpreted the dressage training scale in the pyramid shown above. It illustrates the sequential manner in which training should progress, with rhythm and energy at the base of the pyramid and collection at its peak.

Despite its appearance, the training scale is not meant to be rigid or linear. Instead, each level is built on, returned to, and improved as the horse progresses. For example, the work of an upper level horse involves as much refining of the relaxation and connection stages of the pyramid as perfecting collection. 75 2019 Dressage Tests The tests reproduced in this Omnibus are used with the following permissions: n ©Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) Reprinted with the permission of the FEI. All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited by law. These test are made available to Organization members through the courtesy of the FEI. USEF and the FEI are not responsible for any error or omissions in the publication or for the use of its copyrighted material in an unauthorized manner. n ©2019 United States Dressage Federation (USDF) Reprinted with the permission of the USDF. All rights re-served. Reproduction without permission is prohibited by law. USDF is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the publication nor for the use of its copyrighted materials in any unauthorized manner.

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77 69 USDF Introductory Level Tests This unique series of tests provides an opportunity for the horse and/or rider new to dressage to demonstrate elementary skills. The tests have been designed to encourage correct performance and to prepare the horse for the transition to the USDF tests. PURPOSE To introduce the rider and/or horse to the sport of dressage. To show understanding of riding the horse forward with a steady tempo into an elastic contact with independent, steady hands and a correctly balanced seat. To show proper geometry of figures in the arena with correct bend (corners and circles).

INSTRUCTION n All trot work to be ridden rising. Transitions from walk to trot and trot to walk may be performed through sitting trot with the objective of performing a smooth transition. n Turns from center line to long side and long side to center line should be ridden as a half circle, touching the track at a point midway between the center line and the corner, and vice versa.

COMMENT n Horses should be ridden on a light but steady contact, with the exception of the free walk in which the horse is allowed complete freedom to stretch neck forward and downward.

COLLECTIVE MARKS FOR USDF TESTS n Gaits (freedom and regularity). x1 n Impulsion (desire to move forward with suppleness of the back and steady tempo). x1 n Submission (acceptance of steady contact, attention and confidence).x2 n Rider’s position (keeping in balance with horse). x1 n Rider’s effectiveness of aids (correct bend and preparation of transitions). x1 n Geometry and accuracy (correct size and shape of circles and turns). x1

Tests A and B Requirements Tests C Requirements Free walk Free walk Medium walk Medium walk Working trot rising Working trot rising 20 meter circle Working canter Halt through walk 20 meter circle Halt through walk

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 78 INTRODUCTORY TEST A, WALK-TROT TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot rising. Straightness on centerline and in transition; clear trot and Between Medium walk walk rhythm. X & C 2. C Track right Balance and bend in turn. Quality of transition. M Working trot rising 3. A Circle right 20m, working trot rising Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.

4. K-X-M Change rein Clear trot rhythm and straightness on diagonal; bend through corners. 5. C Circle left 20m, working trot rising Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.

6. Between Medium walk Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm. C & H 7. H-X-F Free walk Complete freedom to stretch neck forward and downward; clear walk rhythm, straightness on the diagonal; ground cover. 8. F-A Medium walk Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm, A Down centerline bending in corner and turn. Straightness on centerline. 9. X Halt, salute Straightness; willing, balanced transition at halt.

Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 79 INTRODUCTORY TEST B, WALK-TROT TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot rising. Straightness on centerline and in transitions; clear trot X Halt through medium walk. Salute - and walk rhythm. Proceed working trot rising. 2. C Track left, working trot rising Balance and bend in turn.

3. E Circle left 20m working trot rising Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.

4. Between Medium walk Willing and balanced transition; walk rhythm K & A 5. F-E Free walk Complete freedom to stretch neck forward and downward; clear walk rhythm, straightness on the diagonal; ground cover. 6. E-H Medium walk Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm.

7. Between Working trot rising Willing and balanced transition; clear trot rhythm. H & C 8. B Circle right 20m working trot rising Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.

9. A Down centerline Straightness on centerline; willing, balanced transition X Halt, salute and halt. Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 80 INTRODUCTORY TEST C, WALK-TROT-CANTER TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot rising. Straightness on centerline and in transitions; clear trot X Halt through medium walk. Salute - rhythm. Proceed working trot rising. 2. C Track right, working trot rising Balance and bend in turn.

3. B Circle right 20m Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 4. A Circle right 20 meters devel-oping Roundness and size of circle; clear canter rhythm and working canter in first quarter ofthe bend. circle, right lead. Before A Working trot rising. 5. (Transition in and out of canter) Balance and smoothness.

6. K-X-M Change rein, working trot rising Trot rhythm and straightness on diagonal; bend through corners 7. E Circle left 20m Roundness and size of circle; clear trot rhythm and bend.

8. A Circle left 20 meters developing working Roundness and size of circle; clear canter rhythm and canter in first quarter of the circle, left bend. lead. Before A Working trot rising. 9. (Transition in & out of canter) Balance and smoothness.

10. Between Medium walk Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm. F & B 11. B-H Free walk Complete freedom to stretch neck forward and downward; H Medium walk clear walk rhythm, straightness on the diagonal; ground cover. Willing and balanced transition; clear walk rhythm. 12. Between Working trot rising to A Willing and balanced transition; clear trot rhythm. C & M 13. A Down centerline Straightness on centerline; willingness, balanced X Halt, salute transition and halt. Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 81 USDF Training Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, is supple and moves freely forward in a clear rhythm with a steady tempo, accepting contact with the bit.

COLLECTIVE MARKS FOR ALL USEF TESTS n Gaits (freedom and regularity). x1 n Impulsion (Desire to move forward, elasticity of the steps, suppleness of the back, engagement of the hindquarters). x2 n Submission (Willing cooperation, harmony, attention and confidence, acceptance of bit and aids, straightness, lightness of forehand and ease of movements). x2 n Rider’s position and seat (Alignment, posture, stability, weight placement, following mechanics of the gaits). x1 n Rider’s correct and effective use of aids (Clarity, subtlety, independence, accuracy of test). x1

COMMENTS All trot work may be ridden sitting or rising, unless stated. Halts may be through the walk.

TRAINING LEVEL TEST 1 Introduce: Working trot; working canter; medium walk; free walk; 20m circles in trot and canter.

TRAINING LEVEL TEST 2 Introduce: Stretch circle in trot.

TRAINING LEVEL TEST 3 Introduce: Serpentine in trot.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 82 USDF TRAINING LEVEL TEST 1 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Regularity and quality of trot; willing, calm transitions; X Halt, salute straight, attentive halt; immobile (min. 3 seconds) Proceed working trot 2. C Track left Regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in turn 2 E Circle left 20m and circle; shape and size of circle 3. A Circle left 20m developing left lead canter Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; in first quarter of circle shape and size of circle; bend; balance 4. A-F-B Working canter Regularity and quality of canter; bend in corner; straightness 5. Between B Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; 2 & M straightness 6. C Medium walk Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of walk 2

7. E-F Change rein, free walk Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover 2 F Medium walk of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, calm transitions 8. A Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in corner; straightness 9. E Circle right 20m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; 2 bend; balance 10. C Circle right 20m developing right lead Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; canter in first quarter of circle shape and size of circle; bend; balance 11. C-M-B Working canter Regularity and quality of canter; bend in corner; straightness 12. Between Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; 2 B & F straightness 13. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; X Halt, salute willing, calm transition; straight, attentive halt; immobile (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 83 USDF TRAINING LEVEL TEST 2 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Regularity and quality of trot; willing, calm transitions; X Halt, salute straight, attentive halt; immobile (min. 3 seconds) Proceed working trot 2. C Track right Regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in turn B Circle right 20m and circle; shape and size of circle 3. K-X-M Change rein Regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend in corner 2

4. Between Working canter left lead Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; 2 C & H bend in corner; straightness 5. E Circle left 20m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 6. Between Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits, E & K straightness 7. A Circle left 20m rising trot, allowing the Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light 2 horse to stretch forward and downward contact, maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; Before A Shorten the reins shape and size of circle; willing, calm transitions A Working trot 8. Between Medium walk Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of walk 2 A & F F-E Change rein, medium walk 9. E-M Change rein, free walk Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover 2 M Medium walk of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, calm transitions 10. C Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot

11. E Circle left 20m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 12. F-X-H Change rein Regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend in corner 2

13. Between Working canter right lead Regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend in corner 2 C & M 14. B Circle right 20m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 15. Between Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits, B & F straightness 16. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; X Halt, salute willing, calm transition; straight, attentive halt; immobile (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 84 USDF TRAINING LEVEL TEST 3 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Regularity and quality of trot; willing, calm transitions; X Halt, salute straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Proceed working trot 2. C Track left Regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend and H-X-F Change rein balance in turns 3. A-C Serpentine with 3 equal loops width of Regularity and quality of trot; supple changes of bend on 2 the arena centerline; geometry; balance 4. Between Working canter right lead Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; C & M bend and balance in corner; straightness 5. B Circle right 20m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 6. A Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot; 2 bend and balance in corner 7. Before K Medium walk Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of walk 2 K-E Medium walk 8. E-M Change rein, free walk Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover 2 M Medium walk of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, calm transitions; bend and balance in corner 9. C Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot; bend and balance in corner; straightness 10. C-A Serpentine 3 equal loops width of the Regularity and quality of trot; supple changes of bend on 2 arena centerline; geometry; balance 11. Between Working canter left lead Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of gaits; A-F bend and balance in corner; straightness 12. B Circle left 20m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 13. C Working trot Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of trot; 2 bend and balance in corner; straightness 14. E Circle left 20m in rising trot allowing Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light 2 horse to stretch forward and downward, contact, maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; while maintaining contact shape and size of circle; willing, calm transitions Before E Shorten the reins E Working trot 15. A Down center line Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; X Halt, salute willing, calm transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 85 USDF First Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, and in addition to the requirements of Training Level, has developed the thrust to achieve improved balance and throughness and maintains a more consistent con-tact with the bit.

COMMENTS All trot work may be ridden sitting or rising, unless stated.

FIRST LEVEL TEST 1 Introduce: 10m half circle at trot; 15m circle in canter; lengthening of stride in trot and canter.

FIRST LEVEL TEST 2 Introduce: Leg yield.

FIRST LEVEL TEST 3 Introduce: 10m circle at trot; change of lead through trot; counter canter.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 86 USDF FIRST LEVEL TEST 1 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; X Halt, salute straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Proceed working trot 2. C Track left Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of half circle; E-X Half circle left 10m, returning to track at H bend; balance; straightness 3. B-X Half circle right 10m, returning to track at M Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of half circle; bend; balance; straightness 4. C Circle left 20m rising trot, allowing the Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light 2 horse to stretch forward and downward contact, maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; while maintaining contact shape and size of circle; willing, clear transitions BEFORE C Shorten the reins C Working trot 5. H-P Change rein, lengthen stride in trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and P Working trot quality of trot; straightness; consistent tempo; willing, clear transitions, bend and balance in corner 6. A Medium walk Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of walk; 2 bend and balance in corner; straightness 7. V-R Change rein, free walk Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover 2 R Medium walk of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, clear transitions 8. M Working trot Willing, clear transitions; regularity and quality of gaits; 2 C Working canter left lead bend and balance in corners 9. H-V Lengthen stride in canter Willing, clear transition; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; straightness; consistent tempo 10. V Circle left 15m. Develop working canter in Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; first half of circle. shape and size of circle; bend; balance 11. F-X-H Change rein Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of gaits; X Working trot bend and balance in corner straightness 12. C Working canter right lead Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; 2 bend and balance in corner 13. M-P Lengthen stride in canter Willing, clear transition; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; straightness; consistent tempo 14. P Circle right 15m. Develop working canter in Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; first half of circle. shape and size of circle; bend; balance 15. A Working trot Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend and balance in corner 16. K-R Change rein, lengthen stride in trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and R Working trot quality of trot; straightness; consistent tempo; willing, clear transitions; bend and balance in corners 17. E Half circle left 10m Bend and balance in half circle; regularity and quality of X Down centerline trot; willing, clear transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) G Halt, salute Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 87 USDF FIRST LEVEL TEST 2 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; X Halt, salute, Proceed working trot attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track right Bend and balance in turns; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; M-V Change rein, lengthen stride in trot regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; V Working trot consistent tempo 3. K-D Half circle left 10m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of half circle; bend; D-L Working trot balance; straightness on centerline 4. L-M Leg yield right Regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo; alignment; balance 2 and flow 5. H-P Change rein, lengthen stride in trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of P Working trot trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; consistent tempo 6. F-D Half circle right 10m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of half circle; bend; D-L Working trot balance; straightness on centerline 7. L-H Leg yield left Regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo; alignment; balance 2 and flow 8. C Medium walk Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of walk,bend and 2 balance in corner 9. M-V Change rein, free walk Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free 2 V Medium walk walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, clear transitions 10. K Working trot Willing, calm transitions; regularity and quality of gaits; bend and A Working canter left lead balance in corners 11. P Circle left 15m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance

12. P-M Lengthen stride in canter Willing, clear transition; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; 2 regularity and quality of canter; straightness; consistent tempo 13. BETWEEN Develop working canter Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of canter, bend in M & C corners 14. H-X-F Change rein Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of gaits; straightness X Working trot 15. F Working canter right lead Willing, calm transition; regularity and quality of canter; bend in corners 16. V Circle right 15m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 17. V-H Lengthen stride in canter Willing, clear transition; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; 2 regularity and quality of canter; straightness; consistent tempo 18. BETWEEN Develop working canter Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter, bend and H & C balance in corners 19. M Working trot Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of trot, straightness 20. B Circle right 20m rising trot, allowing the Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light contact, 2 horse to stretch forward and downward while maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; shape and size of circle; maintaining contract willing, clear transitions BEFORE B Shorten the reins B Working trot 21. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear X Halt, salute transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 88 USDF FIRST LEVEL TEST 3 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; X Halt, salute, Proceed working trot attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track right Bend and balance in turns; moderate lengthening of frame and stride; H-X-F Change rein, lengthen stride in trot regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; F Working trot consistent tempo 3. V-I Leg yield right Regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo; alignment; balance 2 and flow 4. I Circle left 10m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance; I Straight ahead straightness on centerline C Track left 5. S-L Leg yield left Regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo; alignment; balance 2 and flow 6. L Circle right Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance; L Straight ahead straightness on centerline A Track right 7. E Circle right 20m rising trot, allowing the Forward and downward stretch over the back into a light contact, 2 horse to stretch forward and downward while maintaining balance and quality of trot; bend; shape and size of circle; maintaining contact willing, clear transitions BEFORE E Shorten the reins E Working trot 8. H Medium walk Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of walk; bend; balance; 2 straightness 9. M-V Change rein, free walk Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free 2 V Medium walk walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; willing, clear transitions 10. K Working trot Willing, calm transitions; regularity and quality of gaits; bend and A Working canter left lead balance in corner 11. F-X-M One loop maintaining left lead Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of loop; positioning; 2 balance 12. C Circle left 15m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 13. H-V Lengthen stride in canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; willing, clear transition; straightness; consistent tempo 14. V Working canter Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; bend and balance in corners 15. F-X-H Change rein Willing, clear transitions; regularity and quality of gaits; straightness X Change of lead through trot 16. M-X-F One loop maintaining right lead Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of loop; positioning; 2 balance 17. A Circle right 15m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 18. K-S Lengthen stride in canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of canter; willing, clear transition; straightness; consistent tempo 19 S Working canter Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of canter; bend and balance in corner 20. C Working trot Willing, clear transition; regularity and quality of trot; straightness; bend and balance in corner 21. M-X-K Lengthen stride in trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride; regularity and quality of K Working trot trot; willing, clear transitions; straightness; consistent tempo 22. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; regularity and quality of trot; willing, clear X Halt, salute transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 89 USDF Second Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, and having achieved the thrust required in First Level, now accepts more weight on the hindquarters (collection); moves with an uphill tendency, especially in the medium gaits; and is reliably on the bit. A greater degree of straightness, bending, suppleness, throughness, balance and self- carriage is required than at First Level.

SECOND LEVEL TEST 1 Introduce: Walk-canter transitions; collected and medium trot and canter, 10m circle at canter; shoulder-in; rein back.

SECOND LEVEL TEST 2 Introduce: Travers; half turn on haunches; simple changes.

SECOND LEVEL TEST 3 Introduce: Counter canter in serpentine.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 90 USDF SECOND LEVEL TEST 1 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear, balanced X Halt, salute, Proceed working trot transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track left Bend and balance in turns; moderate lengthening of frame and stride H-P Change rein, medium trot with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill P Collected trot balance 3. P-K (Transitions H and P) Collected trot Clear, balanced transitions; consistent tempo 4. K-E Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 2 E Turn right 5. B Turn left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 2 B-M Shoulder-in left 6. C Halt, rein back 3 to 4 steps. Proceed medium Immobility; willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; 2 walk. straightness; clear transitions 7. C-S Medium walk Regularity and quality of walk 2 8. S-F Change rein, free walk Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free 2 F Medium walk walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; clear, balanced transitions 9. BEFORE A Shorten stride in walk Clear, balanced transition; regularity and quality of gaits A Collected canter right lead 10. K-S Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, S Collected canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear balanced transitions 11. C Circle right 10m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance

12. M-E Change rein Regularity, quality and balance of canter; straightness 2 E-V Counter canter 13. V Collected trot Regularity and quality of gaits; clear, balanced transitions K Medium walk 14. BEFORE A Shorten stride in walk Clear, balanced transition; regularity and quality of gaits A Collected canter left lead 15. F-R Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, R Collected canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear balanced transitions 16. C Circle left 10m Regularity and quality of canter; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 17. H-B Change rein Regularity, quality and balance of canter; straightness 2 B-P Counter canter 18. P Collected trot Regularity and quality of gaits; clear, balanced transitions F Medium walk 19 BEFORE A Shorten stride in walk Clear, balanced transition; regularity and quality of gaits A Collected canter right lead 20. E Collected trot Clear, balanced transition; quality of trot; consistent tempo E-H-C-M Collected trot 21. M-V Change rein, medium trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, V Collected trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance 22. V-A (Transitions M and V) Collected trot Clear, balanced transitions; consistent tempo 23. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; engagement, uphill balance and quality of X Halt, salute trot; clear, balanced transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 91 USDF SECOND LEVEL TEST 2 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear, balanced X Halt, salute, Proceed collected trot transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot M-B Shoulder-in right 3. B-X Half circle right 10m Shape and size of half circles; supple change of bend on centerline; X-E Half circle left 10m balance and quality of trot 4. E-K Travers left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 2

5. F-B Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot

6. B-X Half circle left 10m Shape and size of half circles; supple change of bend on centerline; X-E Half circle right 10m balance and quality of trot 7. E-H Traves right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 2 8. M-V Change rein, medium trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, V Collected trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance 9. V-X-A (Transitions M & V) Collected trot Clear, balanced straight transitions; quality of trot; consistent tempo 10. A Halt, rein back 3 to 4 steps, proceed medium Immobility; willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; 2 walk straightness; clear transitions 11. F-S Change rein, free walk Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free 2 S Medium walk walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; clear, balanced transitions 12. H Turn right Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of BETWEEN Shorten stride, half turn on haunches right, hind legs; bend and fluency in turn G & M proceed medium walk 13. BETWEEN Shorten stride, half turn on haunches left, Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of G & H proceed medium walk hind legs; bend and fluency in turn M Turn left 14. (Medium walk) [SHG(M)G(H)GMC] Regularity and quality of walk 2

15. BEFORE C Shorten stride in walk Clear, balanced straight transition; regularity and quality of gaits C Collected canter left lead 16. H-V Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, V Collected canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear, balanced transitions 17-19 A-C Serpentine 3 equal loops, width of arena, simple changes of lead over centerline 17 (Score for first simple change) Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits 18 (Score for second simple change) Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits 19 (Score for first quality of serpentine) Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits 20. H-B Change rein Regularity, quality and balance of canter; straightness 2 B-F Counter canter 21. F Medium walk Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits BEFORE A Shorten the stride of walk; Collected canter A right lead CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 92 USDF SECOND LEVEL TEST 2 CONTINUED 22. K-S Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, S Collected canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear, balanced transitions 23. M-E Change rein Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, 2 E-K Counter canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; clear, balanced transitions 24. K Collected trot Clear, balanced straight transition; regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo 25. A Down centerline Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, D-I Medium trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance; clear, 26. I Collected trot Clear, balanced straight transition; regularity and quality of trot; consistent tempo 27. G Halt, salute Engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear balanced transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 93 USDF SECOND LEVEL TEST 3 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Engagement, uphill balance and quality of trot; clear, balanced X Halt, salute, Proceed collected trot transitions; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track left Bend and balance in turns; moderate lengthening of frame and stride H-X-F Change rein, medium trot with engagement, elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill F Collected trot balance 3. F-A-K (Transitions H and F) Collected trot Clear, balanced transitions; regularity and quality of gait; consistent tempo 2 4. K-E Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 5. E Circle right 10m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 6. E-H Travers right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 7. M-X-K Change rein, medium trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, K Collected trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance 8. K-A-F (Transitions M and K) Collected trot Clear, balanced transitions; regularity and quality of gait; consistent tempo 2 9. F-B Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 10. B Circle left 10m Regularity and quality of trot; shape and size of circle; bend; balance 11. B-M Travers left Angle; bend and balance; engagement and quality of trot 12. C Halt, rein back 3-4 steps, proceed medium Immobility; willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; 2 walk straightness; clear transitions 13. H Turn left Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of 2 BETWEEN Shorten the stride, half turn on haunches left, hind legs; bend and fluency in turn G & M proceed medium walk 14. BETWEEN Shorten the stride, half turn on haunches Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of 2 G & H right hind legs; bend and fluency in turn M Proceed medium walk, turn right 15. (Medium walk) [CHG(M)G(H)GMR] Regularity and quality of walk 16. R-V Change rein, free walk Regularity and quality of walks; reach and ground cover of free 2 V Medium walk walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; straightness; clear, balanced transitions 17. BEFORE K Shorten the stride in walk Clear, balanced straight transition; regularity and quality of gaits K Collected canter left lead 18. F-M Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, M Collected canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance 19 M-C (Transitions F and M) Collected canter Clear, balanced straight transitions; regularity and quality of canter; consistent tempo 20. C-A Serpentine 3 equal loops, width of the arena, Regularity, quality and balance of canter; positioning; geometry no change of lead 21. F-E Change rein Clear, balanced, straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits 2 L Simple canter E-H-C-M Collected canter 22. M-F Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, F Collected canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance 23. F-A (Transitions at M and F) Collected canter Clear, balanced, straight transitions; regularity and quality of canter; consistent tempo 24. A-C Serpentine 3 equal loops, width of the arena, Regularity, quality and balance of canter; positioning; geometry no change of lead 25. M-E Change rein Clear, balanced, straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits 2 I Simple change E-K Collected canter 26. K Collected trot Clear, balanced, straight transitions; regularity and quality of gaits 27. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; engagement, uphill balance and quality of X Halt, salute trot; clear balanced transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read. ©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 94 USDF Third Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, and having begun to develop an uphill balance at Second Level, now demonstrates increased engagement, especially in the extended gaits. Transitions between collect-ed, medium and extended gaits should be well defined and performed with engagement. The horse should be reliably on the bit and show a greater degree of straightness, bending, suppleness, throughness, balance and self-carriage than at Second Level.

THIRD LEVEL TEST 1 Introduce: Extended gaits; half pass at trot; single flying change.

THIRD LEVEL TEST 2 Introduce: Renvers, release of reins at canter, half pass at canter.

THIRD LEVEL TEST 3 Introduce: Reinback to trot.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 95 USDF THIRD LEVEL TEST 1 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transitions; X Halt, salute, proceed collected trot straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage S-V Shoulder-in left 3. V-L Half circle left 10m Shape and size of half circle; alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; 2 L-H Half pass left engagement and self-carriage 4. R-P Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 5. P-L Half circle right 10m Shape and size of half circle; alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of 2 L-M Half pass right legs; engagement and self-carriage 6. H-X-F Medium trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, F Collected trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions 7. A Halt, rein back 4 steps, proceed medium walk Immobility, willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; 2 straightness; clear transitions 8. K-R Change rein, extended walk Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of shoulder; 2 R Medium walk stretching to the bit; clear transitions 9. M Turn left Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of BETWEEN Shorten stride, half turn on haunches left; hind legs; bend and fluency in turn G & H proceed medium walk 10. BETWEEN Shorten stride, half turn on haunches right; Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of G & M proceed medium walk hind legs; bend and fluency in turn H Track right 11. (medium walk) [RMG(H)G(M)GHC] Regularity and quality of the walk 2 12. BEFORE C Shorten the stride in walk Well defined transition; regularity and self- carriage; engagement and C Collected canter right lead quality of canter 13. M-F Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, F Collected canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions 14. V Circle right 10m Shape and size of circle; bend; engagement and self-carriage

15. V-R Change rein, flying change of lead between Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and 2 centerline and R self-carriage 16. H-K Extended canter Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity, K Collected canter engagement, suspension; straightness and uphill balance 17. K-A-P (Transitions H and K) Collected canter Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 18. P Circle left 10m Shape and size of circle; bend; engagement and self-carriage 19 P-S Change rein, flying change of lead between Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and 2 centerlline and S self-carriage 20. C Collected trot Well defined, balanced transition; engagement and collection 21. M-X-K Extended trot Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity, K Collected trot engagement, suspension; straightness and uphill balance 22. K-A (Transitions M and K) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 23. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; engagement, self-carriage and quality of X Halt, salute trot; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 96 USDF THIRD LEVEL TEST 2 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transitions; X Halt, salute, proceed collected trot straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track right Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, M-X-K Change rein, medium trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well K Collected trot defined transitions 3. F-B Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 4. B-M Renvers right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 2 5. H-X-F Change rein, extended trot Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity, 2 F Collected trot engagement, suspension; straightness and uphill balance 6. F-A-K (Transitions H and F) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 7. K-E Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 8. E-H Renvers left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 2 9. C Medium walk Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of M Turn right hind legs; bend and fluency in turn BETWEEN Shorten stride, half turn on haunches right; G & H proceed medium walk 10. BETWEEN Shorten stride, half turn on haunches left; Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of G & M proceed medium walk hind legs; bend and fluency in turn H Turn left 11. (medium walk) [CMG(H)G(M)GHS] Regularity and quality of the walk 2 12. S-P Change rein, extended walk Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of 2 P Medium walk shoulder; stretching to the bit; well-defined transitions 13. BEFORE F Shorten the stride in walk Well defined transition; regularity and self-carriage; engagement and F Collected canter right lead quality of gaits 14. A Down centerline Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; D-R Half pass right engagement and self-carriage 15. BETWEEN Flying change of lead Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and 2 R & M self-carriage 16. H-K Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement; elasticity; K Collected canter suspension; straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions 17. A Down centerline Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; D-S Half pass left engagement and self-carriage 18. BETWEEN Flying change of lead Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and 2 S & H self-carriage 19 C Circle right 20m, showing a clear release of Clear release of reins maintaining self- carriage; engagement and 2 both reins for 4-5 strides over centerline collection; shape, size, and bend of circle 20. M-F Extended canter Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity; 2 F Collected canter engagement; suspension; straightness and uphill balance 21. F-A (Transitions M and F) Collected canter Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 22. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; engagement, self-carriage and quality of L Collected trot gaits; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility I Halt, salute (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 97 USDF THIRD LEVEL TEST 3 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transitions; X Halt, salute, proceed collected trot straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track left Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, H-X-F Change rein, medium trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well F Collected trot defined transitions 3. K-E Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 4. E-X Half circle right 10m Shape and size of half circles; supple change of bend on centerline; X-B Half circle left 10m engagement and self-carriage 5. B-G Half pass left Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and 2 C Track right self-carriage 6. M-X-K Change rein, extended trot Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity; K Collected trot engagement; suspension; straightness and uphill balance 7. K-A (Transitions M and K) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 8. A Halt, rein back 4 steps; proceed collected trot Immobility, willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; straightness; well defined transitions 9. F-B Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and self-carriage 10. B-X Half circle left 10m Shape and size of half circles; supple change of bend on centerline; X-E Half circle right 10m engagement and self-carriage 11. E-G Half pass right Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and 2 C Track left self-carriage 12. BETWEEN Medium walk Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of C & H hind legs; bend and fluency in turn H Turn left BETWEEN Shorten stride, half turn on haunches left; G & M proceed medium walk 13. BETWEEN Shorten stride, half turn on haunches right; Quality of shortened walk strides; tempo and regularity; activity of G & H proceed medium walk hind legs; bend and fluency in turn M Turn right 14. (Medium walk) [CHG(M)G(H)DMR] Regularity and quality of walk 2 15. R-V Change rein, extended walk Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of 2 V Medium walk shoulders; stretching to the bit; well defined transitions 16. BEFORE K Shorten the stride in walk Well defined transition; regularity and self- carriage; engagement and K Collected canter left lead quality of gaits 17. F-X Half pass left Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; 2 X-I Collected canter engagement and self-carriage 18. I-S Half circle left 10m Shape and size of half circle; bend; clear, balanced, fluent, straight 2 S-F Change rein, flying change of lead near flying change; engagement and self-carriage centerline 19 K-X Half pass right Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; 2 X-I Collected canter engagement and self-carriage 20. I-R Half circle right 10m Shape and size of half circle; bend; clear, balanced, fluent, straight 2 R-K Change rein, flying change of lead near flying change; engagement and self-carriage centerline 21. F-M Extended canter Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity; M Collected canter engagement; suspension; straightness and uphill balance 22. M-C-H (Transitions F and M) Collected canter Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 23. H Collected trot Well defined, balanced transition; engagement and collection 24. E Turn left Bend and balance in turns; engagement, self-carriage and quality of X Turn left trot; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility G Halt, salute (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 98 USDF Fourth Level Tests PURPOSE To confirm that the horse demonstrates correct basics, and has developed suffi-cient suppleness, impulsion and throughness to perform the Fourth Level tests which have a medium degree of difficulty. The horse remains reliably on the bit, showing a clear uphill balance and lightness as a result of improved engagement and collection. The movements are performed with greater straightness, energy and cadence than at Third Level.

NOTE: Double Bridle Optional

FOURTH LEVEL TEST 1 Introduce: Collected walk; very collected canter; walk pirouettes; multiple flying changes on diagonal .

FOURTH LEVEL TEST 2 Introduce: Counter change of hand in trot and canter; tempi changes every fourth stride; working partial pirouettes in canter.

FOURTH LEVEL TEST 3 Introduce: Tempi changes every third stride; 10m half circle in counter canter; half working pirouettes in canter.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 99 USDF FOURTH LEVEL TEST 1 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Engagement, self-carriage and quality of trot; well defined transitions; X Halt, salute, proceed collected trot straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track left Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, 2 H-X-F Change rein, medium trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance; regularity and activity in OVER X F 6-7 steps collected trot; Collected trot collected steps; consistent tempo; well defined transitions 3. K-X Half pass right Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection 4. X Circle right 10m Shape and size of circle; bend; balance; engagement and quality of trot 5. X-G Shoulder-in right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 2 C Track right 6. M-X-K Change rein, extended trot Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, K Collected trot elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance 7. K-A-F (Transitions M and K) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 8. F-X Half pass left Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection 9. X Circle left 10m Shape and size of circle; bend; balance; engagement and quality of trot 10. X-G Shoulder-in Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 2 C Track right 11. M Collected walk Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of 2 R-S Half circle right 20m in Extended walk shoulder; stretching to the bit; well defined transitions S Collected walk 12. H Turn right Regularity; activity of hind legs; bend; fluency; size; self-carriage BETWEEN Half pirouette right; proceed collected walk G & M 13. BETWEEN Half pirouette left; proceed collected walk Regularity; activity of hind legs; bend; fluency; size; self-carriage G & H Turn left M 14. (Collected walk) [MR/SHG(M)G(H)GMC] Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; collection; self-carriage 2 15. C Collected canter left lead Precise, fluent transition; engagement; collection 16. H-K Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, K Collected canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions 17. A Down centerline Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; D-E Half pass left engagement and collection 18. E-H H Counter canter, flying change of lead Straightness, engagement and collection; clear, balanced, fluent flying change 19 M-F F Extended canter, collected canter Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame; elasticity; engagement; suspension; straightness and uphill balance 20. F-A (Transitions M and F) Collected canter Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 21. A Down centerline Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; D-B Half pass right engagement and collection 22. B-M Counter canter Straightness, engagement and collection; clear, balanced, fluent flying M Flying change of lead change 23. C Circle left 20m, 5-6 strides of very collected Well defined transitions; engagement and collection throughout; 2 canter between quarterlines shape, size and bend of circle 24. H-X-F Change rein, three single flying changes of Quality of canter; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying changes; 2 lead, near first quarterline, near X and near engagement last quarterline 25. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; engagement, collection and quality of X Halt, salute canter; well defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 100 USDF FOURTH LEVEL TEST 2 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Engagement, collection and quality of gaits; well defined transitions; X Halt, salute, proceed collected trot straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track right Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection M-B Shoulder-in right 3. B-K Change rein, medium trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, K Collected trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions 4. A Down centerline Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection 2 D-E Half pass left 5. E-G Half pass right Supple change of bend; alignment, fluency and crossing of legs; 2 C Track left engagement and collection 6. H-E Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 7. E-F Change rein, medium trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, F Collected trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions 8. A Collected walk Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; over-track; freedom of shoulder; 2 K-R Change rein, extended walk stretching to the bit; well defined transitions 9. R Collected walk Regularity; activity of hind legs; bend; fluency; size; self-carriage 2 M Turn left BETWEEN Half pirouette left, proceed collected walk G & H 10. BETWEEN Half pirouette right; Proceed collected walk Regularity; activity of hind legs; bend; fluency; size; self-carriage 2 G & M H Turn right 11. (Collected walk) [AK/RMG(H)G(M)GHC] Regularity; suppleness of the back; activity; collection; self-carriage 12. C Collected canter right lead Precise, fluent transition; engagement and collection 13. M-F Medium canter Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, F Collected canter suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions 14. A Down centerline Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; D-B Half pass right engagement and collection 15. B Flying change of lead Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change; engagement and collection 16. B-G Half pass left Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; C Track left engagement and collection 17. H-X On diagonal develop very collected canter Bend and balance of working pirouette; straightness, regularity, 2 APPROACH X Working pirouette right toward the letter M, engagement and collection of canter TOWARD M Proceed collected canter 18. H-K Extended canter Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, elasticity, K Collected canter suspension, straightness; well defined transitions maintaining tempo and balance 19. F-X-H Change rein, three flying changes of lead Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying changes; engagement; quality of 2 every fourth stride canter 20. M-X On diagonal develop very collected canter Bend and balance of working pirouette; straightness, regularity, 2 APPROACH X Working pirouette right toward the letter H, engagement and collection of canter TOWARD H proceed collected canter 21. M Collected trot Well defined, balanced transition; engagement and collection 22. R-K Change rein, extended trot Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, elasticity, K Collected trot suspension, straightness; well defined transitions maintaining tempo and balance 23. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; engagement, collection and quality of trot; well X Halt, salute defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 sec) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read. ©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 101 USDF FOURTH LEVEL TEST 3 TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter working trot Engagement, collection and quality of gaits; well defined transitions; X Halt, salute, proceed collected trot straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 seconds) 2. C Track left Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, elasticity, H-X-F Change rein, extended trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance F Collected trot 3. F-A (Transitions H and F) Collected trot Well defined maintaining tempo and balance 4. A Down centerline Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 2 D-X Shoulder-in right 5. X-M Half pass right Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection 6. C Halt, rein back 4 steps; proceed collected Immobility, willing steps back with correct rhythm and count; trot straightness; well defined transitions 7. H-X Half pass left Alignment, bend, fluency and crossing of legs; engagement and collection 8. X-D Shoulder-in left Angle, bend and balance; engagement and collection 2 A Turn left 9. F Collected walk Regularity; suppleness of back; activity; overtrack; freedom of shoulder; 2 P-H Change rein, extended walk stretching to the bit; well defined transitions H Collected walk 10. (Collected walk) (F-P/H-C) Regularity, suppleness of back, activity; collection; self-carriage 2 11. C Collected canter, right lead Precise, fluent transition; engagement; collection 12. R-I Half circle right 10m Shape and size of half circles; positioning; self-carriage; engagement; I-S Half circle right 10 clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change E Flying change of lead 13. V-L Half circle left 10m Shape and size of half circles; positioning; self-carriage; engagement; L-P Half circle right 10m clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change F Flying change of lead 14. K-X Half pass right Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; X Flying change of lead engagement and self-carriage; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change 15. X-H Half pass left Alignment and bend while moving fluently forward and sideways; H Flying change of lead engagement and self-carriage; clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying change 16. M-X-K Change rein, extended canter Utmost ground cover with lengthening of frame, engagement, elasticity, K Collected canter and flying change of lead suspension, straightness and uphill balance; well defined transitions; K-F Collected canter clear balanced, fluent, straight flying change on diagonal 17. F-X On diagonal, developing very collected Size, bend and balance of working pirouette; straightness, regularity, 2 canter engagement and collection of canter; clear, balanced, fluent, straight BEFORE X Working half-pirouette left approximately flying change 3m in diamter. Proceed collected canter. BEFORE F Flying change of lead 18. K-X On diagonal, developing very collected Size, bend and balance of working pirou-ette; straightness, regularity, 2 canter engagement and collection of canter; clear, balanced, fluent, straight BEFORE X Working half-pirouette right approximately flying change 3m in diameter. Proceed collected canter. BEFORE K Flying change of lead 19. F-X-H Three changes of lead every third stride Clear, balanced, fluent, straight flying changes; engagement and quality 2 of canter 20. C Collected trot Well defined balanced transition; engagement and collection 21. M-F Medium trot Moderate lengthening of frame and stride with engagement, elasticity, F Collected trot suspension, straightness and uphill balance; consistent tempo; well defined transitions 22. A Down centerline Bend and balance in turn; engagement, collection and quality of trot; well X Halt, salute defined transition; straightness; attentiveness; immobility (min. 3 sec) Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A. Reader’s note: anything in parentheses should not be read. ©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 102 FEI Tests FEI COLLECTIVE MARKS n Paces (freedom and regularity) n Impulsion (desire to move forward, elasticity of the steps, suppleness of the back and engagement of the hind quarters n Submission (attention and confidence; harmony, lightness and ease of the movements; acceptance of the bridle and lightness of the forehand) n Rider’s position and seat, correctness and effect of the aids

NOTE: Submission and rider have a coefficient of 2.

FEI PRIX ST GEORGES TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter in collected canter Quality of paces, halt, and transitions. Straightness. Contact and poll. X Halt - immobility - salute . Proceed in collected trot X-C Collected trot 2. C Track to the right Regularity, elasticity, balance, engagement of hindquarters, lengthening M-X-K Medium trot of steps and frame. Both transitions. K Collected trot K-A-F Collected trot 3. F-B Shoulder-in left Regularity and quality of trot; bend and constant angle. Collection, balance, and fluency. 4. B Volte left (8m Ø) Regularity and quality of trot, collection, and balance. Bend; size and shape of volte. 5. B-G Half pass to the left Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, 2 G On centerline crossing of legs. C Track to the left 6. H-X-F Extended trot Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. F Collected trot Lengthening of frame. Differentiation from medium trot. 7. F-A-K Transittions at H and F. The collected trot Maintenance of rhythm, fluency, precise and smooth execution of transitions. Change of frame. Collection. 8. K-E Shoulder-in right Regularity and quality of trot; bend and constant angle. Collection, balance, and fluency. 9. E Volte right (8m Ø) Regularity and quality of trot, collection, and balance. Bend; size and shape of volte. 10. E-G Half pass to the right Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, 2 G On centerline crossing of legs

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©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE FEI 103 FEI PRIX ST GEORGES CONTINUED TEST DIRECTIVES COE 11. BEFORE C [Collected walk] Regularity, activity, collection, size, flexion, and bend of half pirouette. C [Track to the left} Forward tendency, maintenance of fourbeat. H [Turn left] BETWEEN Half pirouette to the left G & M 12. BETWEEN Half pirouette to the right Regularity, activity, collection, size, flexion, and bend of half pirouette. G & H Forward tendency, maintenance of fourbeat. G-M [Collected walk] 13. The collected walk C-H-G-(M)-G-(H)-G-M Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, shortening and heightening of 2 steps, self-carriage. Transition into walk. 14. M-R-X-V Extended walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, overtrack, freedom of shoulder, 2 (K) stretching to the bit. 15. BEFORE K Collected walk Precise execution and fluency of transition. Quality of canter. K Proceed in collected canter left K-A-F Collected canter 16. F-X Half pass to the left Quality of canter. Collection, balance, uniform bend, fluency. Quality of X Flying change of leg flying change. 17. X-M Half pass to the right Quality of canter. Collection, balance, uniform bend, fluency. Quality of M Flying change of leg flying change. M-C-H Collected canter 18. H Proceed toward X in collected canter Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number 2 BETWEEN Half pirouette to the left of strides (3-4). Quality of canter before and after H & X 19. H-C Counter canter Quality and collection of counter canter. Correctness, balance, fluency, C Flying change of leg uphill tendency, straightness of change. 20. M Porceed toward X in collected canter Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number 2 BETWEEN Half pirouette to the right of strides (3-4). Quality of canter before and after. M & X 21. M-C Counter canter Quality and collection of counter canter. Correctness, balance, fluency, C Flying change of leg uphill tendency, straightness of change. 22. H-X-F On the diagonal 5 flying changes of leg Quality and collection of counter canter. Correctness, balance, fluency, every 4th stride uphill tendency, straightness of change. F-A-K Collected canter 23. K-X-M On the diagonal 5 flying changes of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of every 3rd stride canter before and after. M-C-H Collected canter 24. H-X-F Extended canter Quality of canter, impulsion, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphill tendency, straightness. 25. F Collected canter and flying change of leg Quality of flying change on diagonal. Precise, smooth execution of F-A Collected canter transition 26. A Down centerline Quality of pace, halt, and transition. Straightness. Contact and poll. X Halt - immobility - salute Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE FEI 104 FEI INTERMEDIATE I TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter in collected canter Quality of paces, halt, and transitions. Straightness. Contact and poll. X Halt - immobility - salute. Proceed in collected trot X-C Collected trot 2. C Track to the left Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. H-X-F Extended trot Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection. F Collected trot F-A Collected trot 3. A Down centerline Regularity and quality of trot; bend and constant angle. Collection, balance, D-X Shoulder-in right and fluency. 4. X Volte right (8m Ø) Regularity and quality of trot, collection, and balance. Bend; size and shape of volte. 5. X-M Half pass to the right Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, 2 M-C Collected trot crossing of legs. 6. C Halt - immobility. Rein back 5 steps and Quality of halt and transitions. Throughness, fluency, straightness. immediately proceed in collected trot. Accuracy in number of diagonal steps. 7. H-X Half pass to the left Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, 2 crossing of legs. 8. X Volte left (8m Ø) Regularity and quality of trot, collection, and balance. Bend; size and shape of volte. 9. X-D Shoulder-in left Regularity and quality of trot; bend and constant angle. Collection, D On centerline balance, and fluency. A Track to the right 10. K-R Medium trot Regularity, elasticity, balance, engagement of hindquarters, lengthening of steps and frame. Both transitions. Differentiation from extended trot. 11. R Collected walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, shortening and heightening of 2 R-M-G-H Collected walk steps, self carriage. Transition into walk. 12. H-B(P) Extended walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, overtrack, freedom of shoulder, 2 stretching to the bit 13. BEFORE P Collected walk Precise execution and fluency of transitions. Quality of canter. P Proceed in collected canter right P-F-A Collected canter 14. A Down the centerline Quality of canter. Uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency from side to 2 BETWEEN 3 half passes 5m to either side of the side. Symmetrical execution. Quality of flying changes. D & G centerline with flying change of leg at each change of direction starting and ending to the right G Flying change of leg C Track to the left 15. H-X-F Extended canter Quality of canter, impulsion, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphill tendency, straightness. 16. F Collected canter and flying change of leg Quality of flying change on diagonal. Precise, smooth execution of F-A-K Collected canter transition. 17. K-X-M On the diagonal 5 flying changes of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of every 3rd stride canter before and after. M-C-H Collected canter 18. H(B) On the diagonal Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number 2 I Pirouette to the left of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after. 19. B Flying change of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness of flying change CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE FEI 105 FEI INTERMEDIATE I CONTINUED TEST DIRECTIVES COE 20. B(K) On the diagonal Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number 2 L Pirouette to the right of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after. 21. K Flying change of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness of flying K-A-F Collected canter change. Quality of canter. 22. F-X-H On the diagonal 7 flying changes of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of H-C every 2nd stride canter before and after. Collected canter 23. C Collected trot Fluency; precise, smooth execution of transition. Collection. C-M Collected trot 24. M-X-K Extended trot Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, over-track. K Collected trot Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection. K-A The collected trot 25. A Down the centerline Quality of pace, halt, and transition. Straightness. Contact and poll. X Halt-immobility-salute Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.

106 FEI INTERMEDIATE II TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter in collected canter Quality of paces, halt, and transitions. Straightness. Contact and poll. X Halt - immobility - salute. Proceed in collected trot X-C Collected trot 2. C Track to the left Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. H-X-F Extended trot Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection. F Collected trot F-A Collected trot 3. A Down the centerline Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency from 2 D-G 3 half passes, 5m to either side of the side to side, crossing of legs. Symmetrical execution. centerline, beginning and ending to the right C Track right 4. BETWEEN Transition to passage Fluency, promptness, selfcarriage, balance, straightness. R & B 5. B (V) On the diagonal. Passage. Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. 6. CROSSING Piaffe 8 to 10 steps Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and THE (1m forward permitted) steps. Specific number of diagonal steps. CENTERLINE 7. IN/OUT OF Transitions passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency, THE PIAFFE straightness. Precise execution. 8. FROM Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of PIAFFE back and steps. V-K-A 9. A Piaffe 8 to 10 steps Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and (1m forward permitted) steps. Specific number of diagonal steps. 10. A Transitions - passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency, straightness. Precise execution. 11. A-F-P Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. 12. P-S Extended walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, overtrack, freedom of shoulder, 2 stretching to the bit. Transition into walk. 13. S Collected walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, shortening and heightening of 2 S-H-C Collected walk steps, self-carriage. 14. C Proceed in collected canter right Precise execution and fluency of transition. Quality of canter. C-M Collected canter 15. M-X-K Medium canter Quality of canter, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphill K Collected canter and flying change of leg tendency, straightness. Quality of flying change and transition. K-A-F-P Collected canter 16. P-X Half pass to the left Quality of canter. Collection, balance, uniform bend, fluency. X Down the centerline 17. I Pirouette to the left Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number 2 C Track to the left of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after. 18. H-X-F Extended canter Quality of canter, impulsion, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphill tendency, straightness. Differentiation from medium canter. 19. F Collected canter and flying change of leg 10 Quality of flying change on diagonal. Precise, smooth execution of F-A-K-V Collected canter transition. 20. V-X Half pass to the right Quality of canter. Collection, balance, uniform bend, fluency. X Down the centerline CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE FEI 107 FEI INTERMEDIATE II CONTINUED TEST DIRECTIVES COE 21. I Pirouette to the right Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion, and bend. Correct number 2 C Track to the right of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after. 22. M-X-K On the diagonal 7 flying changes of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of every 2nd stride canter before and after. K-A-F Collected canter 23. F-X-H On the diagonal 11 flying changes of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of every stride canter before and after. H-C Collected canter 24. C Collected trot Fluency; precise, smooth execution of transition. Collection. C-M Collected trot 25. M-X-K Extended trot Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. K Collected trot Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection. K-A The collected trot 26. A Down the centerline Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of BETWEEN Transition to passage back and steps. Transition to passage. D & L L-I Passage 27. I Halt-immobility-salute Quality of halt and transition. Straightness. Contact and poll.

Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE FEI 108 FEI GRAND PRIX TEST DIRECTIVES COE 1. A Enter in collected canter Quality of paces, halt, and transitions. Straightness. Contact and poll. X Halt - immobility - salute. Proceed in collected trot X-C Collected trot 2. C Track to the left Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. H-X-F Extended trot Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. F-A-K Collected trot 3. K-B Half pass to the right Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, 2 crossing of legs. 4. B-H Half pass to the left Regularity and quality of trot, uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency, 2 H-C Collected trot crossing of legs. 5. C Halt-immobility Quality of halt and transitions. Throughness, fluency, straightness. Rein back 5 steps and immediately proceed Accuracy in number of diagonal steps. in collected trot 6. M-V Extended trot Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. Lengthening of frame. Transition to extended trot. 7. V-K-D Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. Transition to passage. 8. D Piaffe 12 to 15 steps Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and steps. 2 Specific number of diagonal steps. 9. D Transitions passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency, straightness. Precise execu-tion. 10. D-F-P Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. 11. P-H Extended walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, overtrack, freedom of shoulder, 2 stretching to the bit. Transition into walk. 12. H-C-M Collected walk Regularity, suppleness of back, activity, shortening and heightening of 2 steps, self-carriage. 13. M Proceed in passage. Transition collected Fluency, promptness, self-carriage, balance, straightness. wak-passage 14. M-R-I Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. 15. I Piaffe 12 to 15 steps Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and 2 steps. Specific number of diagonal steps. 16. I Transitions passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency, straightness. Precise execution. 17. I-S-E Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. 18. E Proceed in collected canter left Precise execution and fluency of transition. Quality of canter. E-K-A-F Collected canter 19. F-X-H On the diagonal 9 flying changes of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of every 2nd stride canter before and after. H-C-M Collected canter 20. M-X-K Extended canter Quality of canter, impulsion, lengthening of strides and frame. Balance, uphill tendency, straightness. 21. K Collected canter and flying change of leg Quality of flying change on diagonal. Precise, smooth execution of K-A Collected canter transition. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE FEI 109 FEI GRAND PRIX CONTINUED TEST DIRECTIVES COE 22. A Down the centerline 5 half passes to either Quality of canter. Uniform bend, collection, balance, fluency from side to 2 BETWEEN side of the centerline with flying change side. Symmetrical execution. Quality of flying changes. D & G of leg at each change of direction, the first half pass to the left and the last to the left of 3 strides, the other of 6 strides G Flying change of leg C Track to the right 23. M-X-K On the diagonal 15 flying changes of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of 2 every stride canter before and after. K-A Collected canter 24. A Down the centerline Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion and bend. Correct number 2 L Pirouette to the left of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after. 25. X Flying change of leg Correctness, balance, fluency, uphill tendency, straightness. Quality of canter before and after. 26. I Pirouette or the right Collection, self-carriage, balance, size, flexion and bend. Correct number 2 C Track to the right of strides (6-8). Quality of canter before and after. C-M Collected canter 27. M Transition to collected trot Fluency; precise, smooth execution of transition. M-R Collected trot 28. R-K Extended trot Regularity, elasticity, balance, energy of hindquarters, overtrack. K Collected trot Lengthening of frame. Both transitions. Collection. K-A Collected trot 29. A Down the centerline Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of D-X Passage back and steps. Transition to passage. 30. X Piaffe 12 to 15 steps Regularity, taking weight, self-carriage, activity, elasticity of back and 2 steps. Specific number of diagonal steps. 31. X Transitions passage - piaffe - passage Maintenance of rhythm, collection, self-carriage, balance, fluency, straightness. Precise execution. 32. X-G Passage Regularity, cadence, collection, self-carriage, balance, activity, elasticity of back and steps. 33. G Halt-immobility-salute Quality of halt and transition. Straightness. Contact and poll.

Leave arena in free walk. Exit at A.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE FEI 110 “The horse moved like a dancer, which is not surprising. A horse is a beautiful animal, but he is perhaps most remarkable because he moves as if he always hears music.” –Mark Helprin, A Winter’s Tale

111 USDF Freestyle Tests

NOTE: Below is just a subset of the rules. Please visit www.usdf.org to view the complete Freestyle Rules and Guidelines. REQUIREMENTS AND LIMITATIONS All compulsory elements must be incorporated into the freestyle program. These are listed on the scoresheet under technical execution. Of these, some must be demonstrated on both hands (in both directions). Riders must salute during the halt at the beginning and end of the freestyle. The first and final halt must be on the centerline facing C. Riders should avoid receiving an error by making sure the salutes are clear to the judge(s). Time begins when the horse moves forward after the competitor’s halt and salute, and ends with the final halt and salute. Reins in one hand are allowed. Freestyles may include all dressage movements found in tests of the declared level entered or below. Permitted movements, figures, and transitions may be constructed into any combination or pattern of the rider’s choosing. Lateral movements (shoulder-in, travers, and renvers) must cover a minimum distance of 12 meters. Errors-The bell is not rung for errors occurring in USDF Freestyle Tests. Errors occur for failure to salute in the first and final halt or rising at the trot at Second Level and above. Two points will be deducted for each error; however, they are not cumulative, and will not result in elimination. SCORING AND JUDGING Two (2) sets of marks are given—one for technical execution and one for artistic impression. Each set of marks is totaled separately, and then those totals are add-ed together and converted to the final percentage score. In the case of two or more judges, scores will be averaged and these averages will comprise the competitor’s final score. Technical Execution: “Preliminary Marks” will be given for each execution, of the compulsory elements. For “Compulsory Elements” that must be shown on both hands, “Preliminary Marks” will be given for each direction separately, all attempts will be considered for the “Judge’s Marks.” If a required element is not performed, it will receive a score of zero (0) under “Final Score.” If a required element that must be shown on both hands is not shown at all, it will receive a score of zero (0) under “Final Score.” If a required element that must be shown on both hands is shown on only one hand, it will receive a zero (0) for the direction that was not shown. The right and left hand scores will both determine the “Judge’s Mark.” In addition, omission of a required element or direction will affect the artistic impression under “Degree of Difficulty” and “Choreography” depending on what was omitted. In scoring technical execution, “Judge’s Mark” must be given in half-points or full points (no tenths). Movements “Above the Level” (found ONLY in a higher-level test) receive a deduction of four (4) points from the total for “Technical Execution” for each illegal movement, but not for each recurrence of the same movement. “Preliminary Marks,” “Judge’s Mark,” and “Final Score” are columns which appear on the scoresheet. Artistic Impression: In scoring artistic impression, “Judge’s Marks” may be given in tenths (.1) increments. Elements performed after the five-minute time limit has elapsed will not be scored, and a penalty of (1) point will be deducted from the Total Artistic Impression.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 112 TRAINING LEVEL FREESTYLE FIRST LEVEL FREESTYLE COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE 1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 2. Free walk (20m minimum continuous) 2 2. Free walk (20m minimum continuous) 2 3. 20-meter circle in working trot RIGHT 3. 10-meter circle in working trot RIGHT 4. 20-meter circle in working trot LEFT 4. 10-meter circle in working trot LEFT 5. Serpentine in working trot with loops no smaller than 15 2 5. Leg-yield in working trot RIGHT meters 6. Leg-yield in working trot LEFT 6. Stretch forward & downward on a 20m trot circle 7. Lengthen stride in trot on a straight line 7. 20-meter circle in working canter RIGHT 8. 15-meter circle in working canter RIGHT 8. 20-meter circle in working canter LEFT 9. 15-meter circle in working canter LEFT 9. Transitions 2 10. Change of lead through trot RIGHT 10. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final 11. Change of lead through trot LEFT 11. Rhythm, energy and elasticity 12. Lengthen stride in canter on a straight line ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE 13. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final 1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 4 14. Rhythm, energy and elasticity 2. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance, 4 ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE creativity 1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 3 3. Degree of Difficulty 1 2. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance, 4 4. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 3 creativity 5. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and 3 3. Degree of Difficulty 2 dynamics 4. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 3 Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests 5. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and 3 above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally dynamics Allowed. Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests Additionally Allowed: Trot-halt-trot, trot-walk-trot, trot- above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally canter-trot (20m minimum of trot). Allowed. Additionally Allowed: Turn on the forehand (no more than 180 degrees), lengthen trot and/or canter on a curved line, canter serpentine, counter-canter.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 113 SECOND LEVEL FREESTYLE THIRD LEVEL FREESTYLE COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE 1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 2. Free walk (20m minimum continuous) 2 2. Extended walk (20m minimum continuous) 2 3. Shoulder-in RIGHT in collected trot (12m min) 3. Shoulder-in RIGHT in collected trot (12m min) 4. Shoulder-in LEFT in collected trot (12m min) 4. Shoulder-in LEFT in collected trot (12m min) 5. Travers RIGHT in collected trot (12m min) 5. Trot half-pass RIGHT in collected trot 6. Travers LEFT in collected trot (12m min) 6. Trot half-pass LEFT in collected trot 7. Medium trot on a straight line 7. Extended trot on a straight line 8. Simple change of lead RIGHT 8. Canter half-pass RIGHT in collected canter 9. Simple change of lead LEFT 9. Canter half-pass LEFT in collected canter 10. Counter canter in collected canter RIGHT 10. Flying change of lead RIGHT 11. Counter canter in collected canter LEFT 11. Flying change of lead LEFT 12. Medium canter on a straight line 12. Extended canter on a straight line 13. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final 13. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final 14. Rhythm, energy and elasticity 14. Rhythm, energy and elasticity ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE 1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 3 1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 3 2. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance, 4 2. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance, 4 creativity creativity 3. Degree of Difficulty 2 3. Degree of Difficulty 2 4. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 3 4. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 3 5. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and 3 5. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and 3 dynamics dynamics Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally Allowed. Allowed. Additionally Allowed: Half turn on haunches (no more Additionally Allowed: Walk half-pirouette (no more than 180 than 180 degrees), renvers, medium trot and/or canter on a degrees), half-pass zig-zag in trot, canter to halt, counter- curved line. change of hand in canter (only one change of direction), medium trot and/or canter on a curved line. Flying changes shown in sequence of every five strides or more.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 114 PAS DE DEUX FOURTH LEVEL FREESTYLE TRAINING-GRAND PRIX COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE 1. Medium walk (20m minimum continuous) 1. Compulsory Elements Technical Execution 3 2. Extended walk (20m minimum continuous) 2. Performance as a Pair spacing, alignment, synchrony 4 3. Shoulder-in RIGHT in collected trot (12m min) 3. Gaits – rhythm & quality 4. Shoulder-in LEFT in collected trot (12m min) 4. Impulsion energy, elasticity, engagement 5. Trot half-pass RIGHT in collected trot 5. Submission—basic issues of submission, technical aspect 6. Trot half-pass LEFT in collected trot of the riders 7. Extended trot on a straight line ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE 8. Canter half-pass RIGHT in collected canter 1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 3 9. Canter half-pass LEFT in collected canter 2. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance, 4 10. Flying changes of lead, every 3rd stride (min. 3) creativity 11. Canter working half-pirouette RIGHT 3. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 2 12. Canter working half-pirouette LEFT 4. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and 13. Extended canter on a straight line dynamics 14. Halt with salute on centerline, first and final Visit www.USDF.org for: Compulsory Elements, Forbidden, Allowed and Additionally Allowed movements for each level. 15. Rhythm, energy and elasticity ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE 1. Harmony between Horse & Rider 3 2. Choreography design cohesiveness, use of arena, balance, 4 creativity 3. Degree of Difficulty 2 4. Music suitability, cohesiveness, seamlessness 3 5. Interpretation music expresses gaits, use of phrasing and 3 dynamics Forbidden: Any movement or transition found only in tests above the level. Exceptions are listed under Additionally Allowed. Additionally Allowed: Half-pirouettes in canter, half-pass zig-zag in trot and counter-change of hand in canter (only one change of direction), halt to canter, medium trot and/or canter on a curved line.

©REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION OF THE USDF 115 FEI INTERMEDIATE 1 FEI GRAND PRIX FREESTYLE FREESTYLE COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE COMPULSORY ELEMENTS COE 1. Collected walk (minimum 20m) 1. Collected walk (minimum 20m) 2. Extended walk (minimum 20m) 2. Extended walk (minimum 20m) 2 3. Half-pass right (collected trot) 3. Shoulder-in right (collected trot) (minimum 12m) 4. Half-pass left (collected trot) 4. Shoulder-in left (collected trot) (minimum 12m) 5. Extended trot 5. Half-pass right (collected trot) 2 6. Half-pass right (collected canter) 6. Half-pass left (collected trot) 2 7. Half-pass left (collected canter) 7. Extended trot 8. Extended canter 8. Half-pass right (collected canter) 9. Flying changes every 2nd stride (minimum 5 times 9. Half-pass left (collected canter) consecutively) 10. Extended canter 10. Flying changes every stride (minimum 9 times 11. Flying changes every 3rd stride (minimum 5 times consecutively) consecutively) 11. Canter pirouette right 2 12. Flying changes every 2nd stride (minimum 5 times 12. Canter pirouette left 2 consecutively) 13. Passage (minimum 20 m on one track) 2 13. Single pirouette in canter right 2 14. Piaffe (minimum 10 steps straight) 2 14. Single pirouette in canter left 2 15. Transitions from passage to piaffe and from piaffe to 15. The entrance and halts at the beginning and the end of passage the test 16. The entrance and halts at the beginning and the end of ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE the test 16. Rhythm, energy and elasticity 4 ARTISTIC IMPRESSION COE 17. Harmony between rider and horse 4 16. Rhythm, energy and elasticity 4 18. Choreography. Use of arena. Inventiveness 4 17. Harmony between rider and horse 4 19. Degree of difficulty. Calculated risks 4 18. Choreography. Use of arena. Inven-tiveness 4 20. Music and interpretation of the music 4 19. Degree of difficulty. Calculated risks 4 20. Music and interpretation of the music 4