How to determine your horses bpms for your dressage musical. Tointroduce the rider andor horse to the sport of i no. Usefusdf dressage tests are now available and published online through usdf here. Need to master the new 2019 usdf and us equestrian dressage tests. The usef test writing committee has kept the changes in the directives uniform in their focus on bend and balance in corners for movements 10, 14, 19, and 20. One difference is that there is a transition from the working trot to the medium walk and back to the working trot on or. Bragge and i took the united states dressage federation intro a and b tests walk trot at the sunborn stables schooling show on august 29, 2010 in. Your crosscountry course will include approximately ten straightforward 18inch jumps, set on terrain with very gentle up and downhill slopes. Introductory level test b walk trot usdf introductory level test b this unique series of tests provides an opportunity for the horse andor rider new to dressage to demonstrate elementary skills. Turns from center line to long side and long side to centerline should be ridden as a half circle, touching the track at a point midway between the centerline and the corner, and vice versa.
Each series will consist of a minimum of three qualifying events in designated geographical areas of the united states, which lead to a final event in each series. Again, you should have no problem with the walk trot transition between c and m. Review the drawings and descriptions in the usef rule book. Transitions from walk to trot and trot to walk may be performed through sitting trot with the objective of performing a smooth transition. To be shown inhand at the walk and trot on the triangle. Each dressage illustrated 2019 test book contains the current standard usdf and usef tests for individual levels. Diagrams and callsheets for 2019 usdf and usef dressage tests. The new pony club walk and trot dressage test 20 is now on the website. Usdf intro a walk trot sunborn stables schooling show.
Hey there, i wont really be getting into dressage, so dont even think about saying ohh get a trainer. Usdf level test 2019 20 meters x 60 meters introductory. Continue to a in the nice, steady trot you have been developing all of these months. Dressage federation usdf walk trot introductory dressage test. The dressage directory is a dressage directory and link list site to pages containing equestrian and classical horse information. Usdf intro a c pariso, 646 peyton fair gr fancy action introductory walk trot test a 2019 jryr 118. To be scored 60% movement, 30% conformation, and 10% general impression. Now the walk is balanced between most of the trot work and the start of the canter work.
As with the change of lead through the trot at first level, the walk. Old equine canada dressage walk trot test diagrams 2011 online diagrams courtesy of the dressage directory movements reprinted with the kind permission of equine canada for educational and noncommercial uses. Get started in dressage expert advice on horse care and. The tests have been designed to encourage correct performance and. The test is quite straightforward in that the work is done in the rising trot and the patterns and figures are consistent with the current training level tests. Transitions from walk to trot and trot to walk may be performed through sitting trot with the objective of performing a smooth. The coefficient movements remaining are the stretch circle, the free walk and the two canter loops. Dressage usdf level test 2015 20 meters x 60 meters.
A x enter working trot rising halt through medium walk salute proceed working trot rising 2. Halt, through medium walk at g, as you did in the first transition and salute with a smile. Eb near center line b half circle left 20 meters 36 steps of walk. Riders wishing to qualify for the usef dressage seat medal finals must compete in the usdf dressage seat medal semifinals held at the great american. Test a enter in working trot x halt salute, proceed in working trot c track to the right bx half circle 10m returning to the track at m ex half circle 10m returning to the track at h mxk lengthen stride in trot k working trot ac 3 loop serpentine width of arena c medium walk ch medium walk hb free walk bk medium walk k working trot. I just want to learn some basic dressage terms and if you cant help me, thengo away. Toshow understanding ofriding the horse forward medium walk with asteady tempo into an elastic contact with independent. Review the official tests so you have a clear understanding of what the judges are looking for at your level the purpose at the top of each test as well as the important directive information for each movement. Mar 20, 2017 the usdf introductory level tests arent offered at all usef usdf recognized sanctioned dressage competitions, but theyre a staple at dressage schooling shows, which are lowpressure affairs designed to give horses and riders valuable competition and educational experience. Walk between 5065 bpm trot between 7590 bpm canter between 95110 bpm passagepiaffe between 6065 bpm generally the canter is twice the beats of the walk and the trot lies somewhere in between. Uniting the equestrian community by ensuring fairness, safety, and enjoyment since 1917.
This helps to ensure that the horse and rider build the strong foundation required for the skills needed at higher levels. The trot should show free, active and regular steps. Walk you through the united states dressage federation usdf 2004 training level i test 1. At intro level, make your transitions in and out of the halt as smooth, straight, and relaxed as possible by incorporating a few walk steps. To confirm that the rider sits in the correct posture and alignment and shows correct mechanics in walk, rising trot and canter. The usef usdf dressage seat medal program, for riders ages 18 and under, celebrates excellence in equitation and strives to develop a solid foundation for future success in the dressage arena. May 03, 2010 dressage testspatterns i want to practice some dressage patterns and i cant find any online. Featuring the 2019 usdf introductory and usef national level tests, training through fourth level. Mark judges mark comments 1 a enter at working trot c track left 10 2 h x f change the rein working trot 10 3 a medium walk to e 10 4 e half circle right 10m to x.
Congratulations new 2019 usdf l education program graduates. Usef usdf dressage tests are now available and published online through usdf here. These tests can be used for training or showing purposes. The other half stood with their horses outside of the ring, and then we then switched.
Degree of requirements and difficulty increases with each increasing level of test. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. E e circle left 20 meters, working trot rising straight ahead 4. The first two tests, intro a and b are walk trot tests. The usdf breeders championship series program is designed to promote breeders and showcase quality sport horses. Introductory level test a walk trot usdf introductory level test a this unique series of tests provides an opportunity for the horse andor rider new to dressage to demonstrate elementary skills. Free walk medium walk working trot rising 20 meter circle halt.
Small arena 20 meters x 40 meters movement 3, 5 heavy lines show. Usef dressage test diagrams for intro through fourth level. Click stellar 20 north american stallion testing for a link to stellar under saddle, free jumping, and stadium jumping. Feb, 2017 the test is quite straightforward in that the work is done in the rising trot and the patterns and figures are consistent with the current training level tests. The second half of the video is the intro b test again filmed with a static wide angle camera so you can see the view of the arena as the judge would. Whinny widgets 2019 pocket test book dressage extensions. If youre also like me, youve been using the equitests smartphone app for the last eight years to memorize your tests visually. To be ridden in an ordinary snaffle with reins in both hands conditions. Iworking trot rising steady hands and acorrectly balanced seat. Mark judges mark comments 1 a enter at working trot. A k r collected walk change rein, extended walk 2 9. Introductory level dressage dressage academy training.
Here are links to some of the current usdf usef dressage tests. Each individual book features usdf and usef tests for a particular level and includes arena diagrams of test movements. Free walk medium walk purpose requirements working. One group was asked to walk, sit the trot, post the trot, and canter in the ring all together. Free walk medium walk working trot rising 20 meter circle halt through walk purpose. Adult amateurs wishing to qualify to compete in an adult amateur equitation regional final may qualify to do so by earning a 70%, or higher in any dressage seat equitation class except walk trot or by qualifying for the great american insurance group usdf regional championships freestyles exempt. Riding your first dressage test this publication aims to assist young people who are interested in beginning to ride dressage as a discipline of riding or as a method of training their horses.
The unwritten rules of dressage test riding dressage today. The video will also be helpful for you to test out different pieces of music. I would love to discuss the changes and new tests that they have come up with for 2015 effective dec. Suggested ways to use these diagrams and other hints for memorizing your tests. Dressage illustrated 2019 test books dressage extensions. Usdf intro a c carrdavis, 459 arianna stanley top cats crown introductory walk trot test a 2019 jryr 105. Dressage tests serve as a measure of the horse and riders schooling. There were seven kids in the class, six of them riding the same pony. Fortunately, lendon wrote her own test, and it is pretty straightforward and not very long, thank goodness. The tests have been designed to encourage correct performance and to prepare the horse for the transition to the usef tests. 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. One difference is that there is a transition from the working trot to the medium walk and back to the working trot on or near the centerline in both directions.
Walk and trot dressage test b name and age of rider if 18 or under name and age of horse judged by. Sun born dressage schooling show walk trot intro b. However, the leg yields and medium walk are also now times two for seven coefficents. Dressage test diagrams equine canada 2011 walktrot online. All trot work may be ridden sitting or rising, unless specified halts may be done through the walk. Walk and trot dressage test r name and age of rider if 18 or under name of horse judged by. Download canadian horse show dressage tests cadora inc. A x c enter working trot halt, salute proceed at working trot track left riders alignment, symmetry, steady, elastic rein contact. Turn up centerline, again with a bending to straight line. Attention freestyle riders, the prerequisite to ride a musical freestyle will change effective 12. This unique series of tests provides an opportunity for the horse. Aug 30, 2010 bragge and i took the united states dressage federation intro a and b tests walk trot at the sunborn stables schooling show on august 29, 2010 in chisago, mn. The nightmare class i mentioned above was done with a regular usdf walk trot intro test at a schooling show, and it seemed endless. The trot and walk work were revised, as the walk previously occurred so early in the test that the remainder of the test was too long and tiring for the horses.
Music fills the air on fourth day of 2019 us dressage finals presented by adequan a long journey pays off on third day of 2019 us dressage finals presented by adequan a victory thats all in the family on second day. Quality of transition 10 3 a circle right 20m diameter in working trot correct figure rhythm and bend. The dressage directory ea 2019 preliminary 1b diagram and. Click here to see one of stellars first level test 3 rides at the 2017 national dressage pony cup. Walk trot usdf introductory level test a this unique series of tests provides an opportunity for the horse andor rider new to dressage to demonstrate elementary skills. After consideration, the judges lilo fore and janet foy dismissed about 5 riders and the remaining were asked to. Each level builds upon the preceding levels principles. Ok so, im going to just list the different movementsis it called something else. Our intro a walk and trot test which we came 1st in. Suppenkasper named adequanusdf grand prix horse of the year. The usdf offers plenty of resources, from the instructional on the levels video series to a handy app. Diagrams and call sheets for 2019 dressage tests pdf. The trot is a twobeat gait of alternate diagonal legs left fore and right hind leg and vice versa separated by a moment of suspension. Clear trot and walk rhythm 10 2 c m turn right working trot balance and bend in turn.