SECTION G Hunter, Jumper, Equitation and Hack Effective January 1, 2016 CLEAN COPY EDITION 2016 This document contains the final text effective January 1, 2016. Subsequent changes are noted with additions underlined in red ink; deletions presented by strikethrough text, (also in red) and a revised Rules of Equine Canada effective date. EQUINE CANADA RULEBOOK SECTION G HUNTER, JUMPER, EQUITATION AND HACK The rules published herein are effective on January 1, 2016 and remain in These Rules are to be used in conjunction with the General Regulations of effect for one year except as superseded by rule changes or clarifications Equine Canada. published in subsequent editions of this section. Section G as printed herein TABLE OF CONTENTS is the official version of Hunter, Jumper, Equitation and Hack for 2016. Our Vision, Mission, Core Values…………………………………………….. .iii Code of Conduct and Ethics of Equine Canada ..................................... …iv The Rule Book comprises the following sections: The Equine Canada Rule Book....................................................................x Part One General Rules Pertaining to Hunters and Jumpers A General Regulations Chapter 1 General Rules for National Hunters and Jumpers.................. 1 B Breeds C Driving Part Two National Hunter Division D Eventing Chapter 2 Hunters .................................................................................11 E Dressage Chapter 3 Hunter Classification, Classes & Divisions............................15 F General Performance, Western, Equitation Chapter 4 Conduct of Hunter Classes ...................................................24 G Hunter, Jumper, Equitation and Hack J Endurance Part Three National Jumper Division K Reining Chapter 5 General Rules Pertaining to Jumpers ...................................28 L Vaulting Chapter 6 Jumper Classification and Divisions......................................32 Chapter 7 Conduct of Jumper Classes..................................................37 Chapter 8 FEI Rules Part I The Jumping Events .............................................................40 Chapter II Arenas and Schooling Areas ..............................................40 Section G: HUNTER, JUMPER, EQUITATION AND HACK Chapter III Obstacles...........................................................................46 Chapter IV Penalties during a Round..................................................50 is part of the Rule Book of Equine Canada Chapter V Time and Speed.................................................................53 and is published by: Chapter VI Tables of Penalties............................................................56 Chapter VII Eliminations, Disqualifications, Fines ...............................59 Chapter VIII Jump-Offs........................................................................64 Chapter IX Placing ..............................................................................66 Chapter X Athletes and Horses...........................................................67 EQUINE CANADA Chapter XII Competitions ................................................................... 68 308 Legget Drive, Suite 100 Ottawa, Ontario Part Four Officials K2K 1Y6 Tel: (613) 287-1515; Fax: (613) 248-3484 Chapter 9 Hunter, Jumper & Equitation Officials ...................................83 1-866-282-8395 Part Five Equitation Chapter 10 Equitation Rules....................................................................90 Email: [email protected] Chapter 11 Medal Classes ......................................................................94 Web site: www.equinecanada.ca Part Six Hack Division Chapter 12 General Rules for Hack Classes.........................................103 Chapter 13 Hack Classes and Divisions................................................105 © 2016 Equine Canada ISBN 978-1-77288-000-7 Annex 1 National Schooling Rules for Hunters and Jumpers..................107 Annex 2 Hunter and Jumper Stewards ........................................119 Index ............................................................................................122 Metric Conversion Table...........................................................................128 Page ii 2016 Rules of Equine Canada, Section G EQUINE CANADA x Volunteerism - as a means of encouraging personal growth in a way that has direct, immeasurable benefits to the equine community, we Equine Canada is the national governing body for equestrian sport in actively seek, welcome, and respect those who selflessly give of their Canada, with a mandate to represent, promote and advance the sport in time in aid of the welfare of the horse and the achievement of Equine Canada, and to represent, promote advocate for and advance all related Canada’s Mission. equine and equestrian interests, including recreation, industry and equine health and welfare. CODE OF CONDUCT AND ETHICS OF EQUINE CANADA PATRON His Excellency the Right Honourable David Lloyd Johnston, C.C., C.M.M., “We look to sport to impart something of moral and social values and, in C.O.M., C.D., Governor General of Canada integrating us as individuals, to bring about a healthy, integrated society.” Our Vision The Honourable Chief Justice Charles L. Dubin Canadians are inspired to achieve personal excellence and embrace lifelong participation in equestrian activities. 1. Preamble Our Mission Equine Canada (“EC”) believes that: From championing best practices to encouraging fun and participation, x Equestrian pursuits are based on a relationship between horse Equine Canada is the dedicated national voice working to serve, promote and human. and protect the interests of horses and Canada’s equestrian community. x It is the right and responsibility of EC to set standards in matters of ethics, conduct, sportsmanship, the welfare of the horse, and in all In support of this Mission, Equine Canada will: matters under its jurisdiction. x Serve as an advocate for best practices in equine welfare x It is desirable to define ethical practices, to delineate unethical x Speak with one voice to members, participants, government and the practices, to encourage good sportsmanship, fair play, safety and FEI high ethical behavior and to warn, censure or bring to public x Provide leadership and vision in steering the future direction of equine attention and discipline those who commit acts detrimental to the activities in Canada best interests of its stakeholders. x Promote the values and contributions of equine activities to our x All Persons should observe the spirit as well as the letter of this national life Code of Conduct and Ethics policy. x Inspire excellence in performance at every competitive level x Membership and participation in its activities brings with it many x Collaborate based on a foundation of trust to meet our goals benefits and privileges that are balanced by the Person’s x Develop engaging and stimulating programs to encourage full responsibilities and obligations. This policy defines the parameters appreciation of equine leisure, sporting and industry sectors, for these responsibilities and obligations, and thus identifies a standard of behaviour that is expected of all Persons. Our Core Values We believe in: 2. Purpose x Equine Welfare - accepting our responsibility to our equine partners The purpose of this Code of Conduct and Ethics policy is to promote a as a privilege, we affirm safeguarding the welfare of the horse is safe and positive environment within EC programs, activities and paramount. events, by making all Persons aware that there is an expectation at all x Respect - for each other, for the safety of ourselves and our horses, times of appropriate behaviour, consistent with EC values. and for the health of the environment in which we all live. Conduct that violates the Code of Conduct and Ethics policy may be x Diversity - celebrating our differences, we embrace our community’s subject, after due process, to sanctions pursuant to EC’s disciplinary increasingly dynamic membership. and complaints policies. x Inclusivity - working together, we provide a meaningful equestrian 3. Application and Scope experience for all our members, from grassroots participants through to This policy applies to a Person’s conduct during the course of EC elite performers. business, activities and events, including but not limited to: work x Service - effectively and proactively satisfying our members’ needs, environment, competitions, training and education sessions, travel and expectations and best interests is fundamental to all we do. meetings. x Excellence - leading by example, we reflect the highest aspirations of This policy also applies to conduct that occurs outside of EC’s activities our members through outstanding performance in our sport, recreation, and events when such conduct could adversely affect relationships business and staff-managed initiatives. 2016 Rules of Equine Canada, Section G Page iii Page iv 2016 Rules of Equine Canada, Section G within EC’s work and sport environment and/or could be detrimental to x requiring owners, trainers and competitors to know and follow their the image and reputation of EC. sanctioning organization’s rules, and to work within industry All members of other National and Provincial/Territorial Sport regulations in all equestrian competitions; and Organizations must agree to be bound by the rules of EC while x actively promoting the development of and adherence to participating at EC-sanctioned competitions or events. competition