We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985, and since then have continued to strive to produce highquality equestrian books and videos for the good of the horse. Oct 28, 2015 gil galyean riding vs lady in red wining one of the most important pleasure classes in our industry. They are the ones who as a group write the rules, tests and general criteria. Province of british columbia through the ministry of healthy living and sport 2017 horse council bc. You can learn more about the working equitation dressage trial, here.
Whether you are preparing to compete at an ec or fei sanctioned dressage competition, or you are a competition organizer preparing to host dressage classes, you can access all ec national dressage tests and fei dressage tests below. Top horsewoman lynn palm, winner of 34 reserve and world championships, as well as superhorse championships, offers stepbystep exercises to take you through your first western dressage test. Download canadian horse show dressage tests cadora. Wdaa tests western dressage association of america. Heres everything you need to know about the newest horse sport, western dressage, a unique blend of classical dressage. Your connection should be automatically reestablished in a moment. In line with the fei, incorporate 2 penalties for eoc with elimination for 2nd eoc. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book instructors. Wdaa has made 2 revisions to the 2017 western dressage tests. Diagram books for the current wdaa western dressage tests. Just like it is in the traditional dressage ring, horses come in many shapes and sizes. Traditional dressage western dressage we will be using the 2019 tests this year for traditional dressage, 2017 rev 2019 for western dressage and 2019 tests for 2 gait dressage. Feb 21, 2017 october 4, 2015 the high point of dressage at devon is always saturday night, when the lights are shining bright and the stands are packed with fans, on hand to watch the musical freestyle the competition everyone has been waiting for all week. The dressage test user fee is set annually in october for the following year.
This show was the first time my spanish mustang indians legend indy and my naturally gaited tennessee walking horse gift of freedom makana competed against each other in the same show, riding the same test. Working equitation dressage tests we united working. Right now, you can order the official, fully illustrated western dressage association of america wdaa tests at the tsb online bookstore. Tests remain in effect for at least 4 years from the title year printed on each test. It is a systematic and progressive system of training for the western horse and rider in traditional stock tack with the purpose of enjoying a. Wdaa 2017 basic level test 2 name of competition date of competition name and number of horse name of rider final score maximum points. The 2015 united states equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on usef. Jan 04, 2019 2017 wdaa western dressage tests for all breeds tests remain in effect for at least 4 years from the title year printed on each test. The 2015 tests will be effective december 1, 2014 through november 30, 2018. The western dressage association of america announces new. You can have someone call the test to you as you ride, as im doing for mariefrances on pages 46 and 47. Your complete guide to western dressage by lynn palm with sue copeland. Its a major factor in what makes dressage at devon so special.
This page will keep you updated on upcoming western dressage dates, times and information about these events. They were devised through a collaborative effort on the part of member feedback, the evaluation of respected horse people and equine organization and then revised and edited by a special division of our education committee. Heres everything you need to know about the newest horse sport, western dressage, a unique blend of classical dressage and the spirit of the western horse. The whinny widgets western dressage instructors test book is all inclusive containing wdaa introductory through level 3 tests. The western dressage horse carries his body in a straight line when required by the maneuvers of the test.
Removal of the ea fei tests and replacing with the fei tests 1118 for all national fei competitions. Working through preparing for level 1 test 1 western dressage test with ken najorka najorka performance horses llc. Our charter is to develop and administer the technical aspects of dressage in wa and promote education, training and competition at all levels. Shows licensed by we united in the competition year december 1, 2019 to november 30, 2020 will use the following working equitation dressage tests click on the link to open. Please use only current patterns found on the officials resource page. Wdaa 2017 introductory level test 1 name of competition date of competition name and number of horse name of rider final score maximum points. Western dressage is used to improve the horses that you presently ride western. Gil galyean riding vs lady in red wining one of the most important pleasure classes in our industry.
Please note the following fei test changes from 1118. The rider should demonstrate correct basic position, use of basic aids, and understanding of figures. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef h. Text and graphic illustrations of the usef 2015 dressage first level tests 1,2,3. For any aspiring dressage rider, learning how to make a dressage test is critical to. The usea is a nonprofit 501c3, educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. Cowboy dressage world, llc is a business that manages the infrastructure of cowboy dressage. This horse is sired by vs code red and owned by the glover galyean partnership.
The complete guide to training and riding with soft feel and kindness. Wdaa 2017 introductory level test 2 name of competition date of competition name and number of horse name of rider final score maximum points. The straightness or bend is consistent throughout the horses body and is dictated. From 112018 the only fei tests which are valid and to be used by clubs and organising committees are the fei tests as in the link below.
Until further notice covid19 safety precautions western tack activity page. Winners of 2016 world gathering and show and top hand. We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. This beat, with repetition, will synchronize with the memorized movements of the test and embed them in the subconscious, for recall at the right time and place as the test is ridden. If you want to show, but worry about forgetting parts of a test, dont panic. Be sure to take advantage of the horse lifetime points and awards program. This will now apply from 1118 to all ea fei competitions. The western style dressage association of canada wsdac was formed in 2011 and is a registered notforprofit corporation in. Dressage lucas county saddle horse advisory commitee. Design a dressage test activity page white oak stables.
Learn more about western dressage with these new products. Wdaa tests are available in four dressage illustrated. Dressage wa dwa is a discipline committee of equestrian western australia ewa and the governing body for dressage in the state. Mar 03, 2017 you will be able to take part in this program at any event that offers western dressage test and classes, including wdaa affiliate events, united states equestrian federation or united states dressage federation gmo shows that offer western dressage, provided they have applied and been approved for wdaa show recognition. Tsb is thrilled to have a role in promoting western dressage and encouraging riders of all abilities and levels to pursue it with their horses. Do not let the complex technical explanations stop you from building your dream horse. At the end of the book, include a chapter on what the judge would be looking for in the test. Test for 4year old horses national competition only, pdf xml, edition 2005 update 2017. Head to toe horsemanship western dressagea guide to take you to your first show a rider guide to real collection dvds. These tests can be used for training or showing purposes. It is a systematic and progressive system of training for the western horse and rider in traditional stock tack with the purpose of enjoying a safe, pleasurable, versatile, and useful working horse. Thats right, beginning with the 2014 competition season, western dressage will have its own chapter in the usef rule book.
Other products include steady hands, soft corrections, cinch converters, crocheted hair net scrunches, adj. Wdaa seat equitation tests 2014 appendix a pdf icon rev. Is western dressage reflected in the usef rule book. Trafalgar square blog post about transitions as covered in the book october 2017 press coverage. Please do not navigate to another page while this message is showing. These books are in an easy to read caller format with directional arena diagrams.
As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working under a flexible work plan for our staff. Wdaa 2017 western dressage level 1 test 1 introduce. Western saddles are not permitted and will entail elimination. Nawd western dressage intro 2 lady ridden in her easy gait. The digital horse illustrates the united states equestrian federation dressage tests. Western dressage tests trafalgar square books blog. Jun 18, 2016 jewel intro test western dressage hhsc may 27, 2017 duration. Dressage seat equitation equitation information and scoresheets fei tests, such as prix st. Dressage dressage horse of the year hoy award nomination form. Trafalgar square books, and its online bookstore, is a small business based on a farm in rural vermont. Wdaa 2017 basic level test 1 name of competition date of competition name and number of horse name of rider final score maximum points.
Head to toe horsemanship western dressagea guide to take you to. In alignment with western dressage association of america, western dressage is trained and shown in specific levels which build on each other to reflect the development of skills and abilities of both the horse and rider. Dressage audios are called to match the timing of a ridden test to the accompaniment of a metronome beat. As we transition to this modified format, there may be interruptions to service. The tests in shows are used as a measure of correctness of the horses and riders schooling. Posted by lynn palm dec 15, 2015 dressage, horse training, lynn palm. Text and graphic illustrations of the 2017 wdaa basic level tests. Western dressage, level 3, test 3 movements with judges. Beginner horse journal coloring booknovember 30, 2017similar post.
Alternative, western, and gaitedhorse dressage faqs. Those with dressage illustrated judges books can make a correction in their book with a pen. Dressage tests usea, united states eventing association. Wdaa 2017 western dressage level 1 test 2 introduce. Regulations and annex 1 of the fei dressage rule book. What is usdfs position on western and gaitedhorse dressage. Tests provide an introduction to the discipline of western dressage. Georges, intermediate, grand prix, and paraequestrian, are available online for download at. For all cdi events please use the fei dressage tests located on the link below. Videos check out the videos on the national walking horse association channel on youtube. The result of this training is a horse that is calm, supple, loose, balanced and flexible. Its showing up at events around the country, where riders enjoy the ability to be judged while riding a standardized test, or pattern, which calls for precision, balance, and rhythm at the walk, jog, and lope. I have been asked to judge western andor gaitedhorse dressage classes or am interested in competition.
Western dressage association of america releases show. For information on finding current tests, and about western dressage in general, see the world of western dressage, on page 51. Lynn palm and hot n royal fei world cup finals dressage. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials. Therefore, a dressage test user fee is applied for competitions using ec national dressage tests. About us western style dressage association of canada.
She is a national advisor to the western dressage association of america and contributed to the current rules for the sport. All the resources you might need, can be found here in the resource section. Western dressage integrates the historically validated principles of dressage with the best of western stock horse tradition. Western dressage is the method to develop the ultimate bridle horse if training is too technical for rider to understand the lesson, how do you expect the horse to understand. You can learn more about the ease of handling trial, here. If the horse, after completion of the last county qualifying show, is injured or cannot compete at the nj state 4h championship horse show, the next highest placing alternate who qualified in the class at the county qualifying shows shall be eligible for the state show.
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