The place on the entry blank for a parent or guardian to sign does not ask for a usef number. An individual who is engaged, for remuneration or as a volunteer, to compete on a horses owned by another with whom they have no current business relationship regarding the ongoing training, care, custody. If in doubt, check with the judge or technical delegate at the show you are attending. Dressage will be ruled by the usef dressage division rule book. New health and medical insurance benefits for us equestrian members. Equitation definition of equitation by merriamwebster. Equitation definition of equitation by the free dictionary. However, over the past few decades poling grown to be considered an exceptionally harsh training technique. There are some differences in the canadian and us working equitation rules and it is your responsibility to understand the differences. The usea uses the usef amateur rule gr 6 to determine amateur status. Usef rule book may be downloaded from the usef web. Equitation is the art or practice of horse riding or horsemanship. Any new rules issued by the federation shall take precedence. Mar 06, 2018 i hope this helps to clarify the differences between the top medal classes in our country as well as the type of horse necessary to be successful.
If there is a conflict with the rules of that association, the rules of usef will prevail. Standing martingales are allowed for all over fence classes. Owner is the person or persons listed on the horses registration or the lessee of the. The united states equestrian federation usef or us equestrian is the national governing body for most equestrian sports in the united states. Any licensee suspended who is indebted to any of the registries participating in the common show rules. Fei dressage world cup nal 20202021 markup version. Judges officiating these sections shall be licensed accordingly unless permitted in the rules of the specific equitation finals exception. Chapter hu hunter division subchapter hu1 definitions hu100 horse welfare hu101 ponies shown by juniors. Safe sport training requirement for adults with usef active competing memberships. Suspension extended through may 31, 2020 amended qualifying processes released for 2020 adequanfei north american youth championships dressage and 2020 u. It began on january 20, 1917, as the association of american horse shows, later changed to the american horse shows association ahsa. According to the 2007 usef rule book for the hunter division, martingales of any type are prohibited in under saddle, hack and tiebreaking classes. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. Information and translations of equitation in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web.
In horse show competition, the rider, rather than the horse is evaluated. We dusted off the usef rule book to clarify exactly what makes an amateur and what makes a professional. Clarifying the different big equitation medal classes. Nov 18, 2014 we dusted off the usef rule book to clarify exactly what makes an amateur and what makes a professional.
Usef rule changes poling and soring the plaid horse. Equestrian federation licensed competitions at the preliminary level or. We united has passed an exception to this rule, allowing horses that have lost sight in both eyes but have demonstrated their capacity to compete safely in we competitions to be permitted to compete in dressage. Hunt seat equitation over fences reference rules usef. Us equestrian rules for eventing us equestrian rules for eventing 11 usea horse registration and yearend awards policy preliminary and above participation in usef recognized competitions to participate in u. The usef provided members with a twoyear transition period for compliance with this rule. Dressage festival of champions iea cancels remaining competitions official us equestrian statement on postponement of tokyo 2020 olympic and paralympic games. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. Guidelines for rider position even when reading the texts of the masters there are varied opinions regarding the correct position of the rider. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. Working equitation dressage tests we united working. Fees dressage riders will be placed in order of go by the dressage show secretary. The event therefore provides an occasion for the simultaneous comparison of sporting and cultural considerations. Chsa is an affiliate member of the usef, therefore, any class specifications or conditions governing operations of the classes not covered by the chsa rule book will be governed by the current usef rule book.
The usef rule book, until now, has allowed poling with a bamboo pole because it is lighter and more flexible. The hunterjumping seat equitation division is divided into two different typeshunter seat and jumping seat. Catch riders may risk losing amateur status show jumping life. Equitation definition is the act or art of riding on horseback. The rules published herein are effective december 1, 2019 and remain in effect except as superseded by rule changes published in the chja newsletter or on the chja web site or by subsequent editions of this book.
This rule change, approved by the usef board of directors in august of 2018, requires that effective jan. More specifically, equitation may refer to a riders position while mounted, and encompasses a riders ability to ride correctly and with effective aids. The usef rule book is available to the general public at final round judges consider many factors when scoring competitors in hunter and equitation classes. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Rule book printer friendly colorado hunter jumper association.
This rule change clarifies the proper use of a curb chain to protect horses from equipment that could inflict pain or discomfort. Us equestrian is the governing body for equestrian sport in the united states and the usef rulebook is designed to delineate boundaries that create an environment for fair and honest competition within which equestrians can enjoy competing safely. The rule defines a professional as any rider who accepts remuneration for services. Stay in touch with the current rules in the eq section of the usef rule book because they change often. United states equestrian federation rules every competitor, should become familiar with the rules for the divisions he or she is competing in. Learn more about us equestrians rules, regulations, and related policies.
Equitation jumping english equitation required as a preliminary test stock seat equitation required as a preliminary test western riding working trails showmanship at halterbridle classes gymkhana events 2. It is a shameful piece of junk not worthy to be called a rule book. I hope this helps to clarify the differences between the top medal classes in our country as well as the type of horse necessary to be successful. Usef rule book dr 101 dressage is considered classical training because it uses gymnastic exercises a series of movements and figures which have been studied and developed for centuries. Guidelines for judging dressage seat equitation classes. When the dressage exercises are done systematically and correctly, the. 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. Any person that has failed to abide by the cghc code of conduct. Lyne, a catch rider, as defined in the us equestrian federations usef rule book as. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. Equitation definition and meaning collins english dictionary. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year. A running martingale is legal for jumpers, but it is not for hunters.
Both types of equitation classes are designed to teach riders proper form and style, with riders being judged on position and style both over fences and on the flat. Chapter eq equitation division subchapter eq1 regulations for all seats eq100 definition the equitation division is divided into three sections. The united states rules for working equitation prohibit horses that have lost sight in both eyes from competing in working equitation. Horses, riders, owners, trainers, and coaches participating only in opportunity classes are exempt from federation and affiliate organization membership and horse identification hid requirements and nonmembershow pass. The aim of the sport is to preserve and perpetuate each countrys type of equitation, as well as the various working equestrian traditions and the tack and. Usef complete rule book web link to all usef rules on usef web site click here usef rules app ios and android app for smartphones and tablets click here the usef rules change frequently. Any phrases or paragraphs below in quotes and italics are directly from the usef rule book. The discipline of working equitation we was created to celebrate the partnership between horse and rider, with a focus on classical horsemanship and use of the horse for ranch work. Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook.
Regardless of ones equestrian skills andor accomplishments, a person is an amateur for all competitions conducted under federation rules who after hisher 18th birthday, as defined in gr101, has not engaged in any of the following activities which would make himher a professional. Rule change proposals are accepted each year prior to aqha convention. The following are important rule changes, effective dec. Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u. We united a united team of working equitation enthusiasts.