Mar 10, 2017 as the new discipline of cowboy dressage becomes bigger with additional members, horse breeds and styles, all competition tests and standards will be developed with reference to the central tenet of cowboy dressage. I have been asked to judge western andor gaitedhorse dressage classes or am interested in competition. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book intro level, if you are not 100% satisfied our excellent customer service is standing by to help. This will now apply from 1118 to all ea fei competitions. Since the last virtual western dressage show, ive been working on improving engagement with my friends naturally gaited horse lady and it paid off. Search the worlds most comprehensive index of fulltext books. I was hoping that lynn palm book would be explaining the dressage movements more in depth than what i found.
The unwritten rules of dressage test riding dressage today. At the end of the book, include a chapter on what the judge would be looking for in the test. Therefore, a dressage test user fee is applied for competitions using ec national dressage tests. Ride more beautiful tests, achieve higher marks, and have a better relationship with your horse. In line with the fei, incorporate 2 penalties for eoc with elimination for 2nd eoc. Georges, intermediate, grand prix, and paraequestrian, are available online for download at usdf welcomes input on all dressage tests. Wdaco organized events and policies western dressage. Whinny widgets 2019 third level dressage test book contains all tests for the third level as well as directional diagrams, this laminated spiral bound booklet is just the right size to easily keep handy in your pocket ideal for riders and callers. Whinny widgets now offers laminated spiralbound western dressage test books, available as an allinclusive instructors book or by the level. A dark tailcoat is also permitted for the fei junior tests. Trafalgar square books, and its online bookstore, is a small business based on a farm in rural vermont.
Western style dressage association of canada about us. Criteria and information on approved cowboy dressage world. Mar 03, 2017 learn more about western dressage with these new products. The whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book basic level is a laminated pocket sized book containing all basic level tests. Lady was the only gaited horse shown in nawd intro 2 and placed second out of 11 horses with a score of 64.
Tests provide an introduction to the discipline of western dressage. 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. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef h. Training level tests are often ridden in the small arena. Whinny widget 2019 dressage third level test book big dee. These little rules are not in the usef rule book either. Clair western style dressage association of ontario home.
Please note the following fei test changes from 1118. A comprehensive western dressage experience that enhances the partnership between horse and rider. If a member chooses to continue on a riding path they may attain certification in dressage, eventing, showjumping, hunter seat equitation, and western. Our instructors test books are all inclusive containing wdaa introductory level 3. Both canada and the us have dressage tests and rules specifically for gaited breeds. Head to toe horsemanship western dressagea guide to take you to your first show a rider guide to real collection dvds. Please note that ec andor the provincialterritorial sport organizations ptsos are required to pay a fee for the use of nationallevel dressage tests introductory to fourth level. These books are in an easy to read caller format with directional arena diagrams.
Pony club providing opportunities in equine education to horse lovers and enthusiasts of all ages, levels, and disciplines through, standardized, worldrenowned curriculum since 1954. Thats right, beginning with the 2014 competition season, western dressage will have its own chapter in the usef rule book. The dress code for the fei junior tests, fei dressage tests for 4, 5, and 6 yearold horses and the usef test for 4year old horses is a short riding coat of conservative color, with stock or tie, breeches, and protective headgear as defined in dr120. Diagram books for the current wdaa western dressage tests. New book on cowboy dressage from trafalgar square publishing. Ride more beautiful tests, achieve higher marks, and have a better relationship with your horse dove, peter on. Tests confirm that the horse is supple and moves freely. 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. To submit your events for placement on the calendar, click this link. Is western dressage reflected in the usef rule book.
Featured, best selling, alphabetically, az, alphabetically, za, price, low to high, price. You can learn more about the working equitation dressage trial, here. Western dressage tests trafalgar square books blog. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book basic level. 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. Independent judges association manual for gaited dressage. Removal of the ea fei tests and replacing with the fei tests 1118 for all national fei competitions.
Wdaa tests western dressage association of america. 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. Jun 6, 20 western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. Text and graphic illustrations of the usef 2015 dressage first level tests 1,2,3. To that end, i am hoping to share with the dressage today audience what i consider the. 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.
Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book intro level. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book instructors. Your complete guide to western dressage by lynn palm with sue copeland. Easy to read caller format with directional arena diagrams. Alternative, western, and gaitedhorse dressage faqs. Tests remain in effect for at least 4 years from the title year printed on each test. Just like it is in the traditional dressage ring, horses come in many shapes and sizes. The western dressage horse carries his body in a straight line when required by the maneuvers of the test. The whinny widgets western dressage instructors test book is all inclusive containing wdaa introductory through level 3 tests. The western style dressage association of canada is a registered notforprofit corporation with the canadian government.
Scwsdao is an official chapter of the western style dressage association of canada wsdac. Nawd western dressage intro 2 lady ridden in her easy gait. What is usdfs position on western and gaitedhorse dressage. Event calendar western dressage association of colorado.
The 2015 tests will be effective december 1, 2014 through november 30, 2018. Riding, training, and competing with kindness as the goal and guiding principle black, jessica, deutsch, lesley, miller, robert m, bethhalachmy, eitan, bethhalachmy, debbie on. Winners of 2016 world gathering and show and top hand. They are formatted for callers as well as riders in an easy to read size. Western dressage is used to improve the horses that you presently ride western. This page will keep you updated on upcoming western dressage dates, times and information about these events. 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.
Our primary focus is on education about and the promotion of western dressage. Cowboy dressage world, llc is a business that manages the infrastructure of cowboy dressage. The launch of any new discipline in equestrian sport is always greeted with huge anticipation and curiosity. Learn more about western dressage with these new products. Western dressage integrates the historically validated principles of dressage with the best of western stock horse tradition. 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. Western style dressage is used to improve the horses that you presently own and ride western. They are formatted for callers as well as riders in an easy to r. Uspc brings fun, friendship, and safety for a lifetime of enjoyment with horses and ponies. The tests in shows are used as a measure of correctness of the horses and riders schooling. Text and graphic illustrations of the usef 2015 dressage fourth level tests 1, 2, 3. Appendix 5 introductory level tests 1,2,3,4 english and western appendix 6 training level tests 1,2,3,4 english and western appendix 7 first level tests 1,2,3,4,5 english and western appendix 8 second level tests 1,2,3,4 english and western appendix 9 freestyle tests iii independent judges association manual for gaited dressage. Sep 19, 2014 the launch of any new discipline in equestrian sport is always greeted with huge anticipation and curiosity. 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.
Give us a chance to see if we can find what you are looking for or even add it to the library for future reference. Heres everything you need to know about the newest horse sport, western dressage. The whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book intro level is a laminated pocket sized book containing all intro level tests. Are you looking for fun ways to train you and your horse outside of an arena. The rider should demonstrate correct basic position, use of basic aids, and understanding of figures. Regardless of whether your goal is to show or become a better partner with your horse, these events will advance you toward your goals. Province of british columbia through the ministry of healthy living and sport 2017 horse council bc.
The straightness or bend is consistent throughout the horses body and is dictated. Basic exercises and dressage movements excerpted from principles of riding the official handbook of the german national equestrian federation, 1985 edition reprinted with permission of half halt press turns and circles the rider can ride a turn or circle correctly when he is able to bend the horses body laterally according to the curvature. Western dressage is a rapidly growing and exciting new discipline in australia. The 2015 united states equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on usef.
Click on the categories below to choose specific types of events. As the recognised national association for australia our vision is to create excellence in education and consistency in competition across australia. 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. Among emerging sports, western dressage has taken off in a big and exciting way, promising a refreshing change, many challenges and, no matter what the end game, a better balanced, supple, and responsive western horse. 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. The western style dressage association of canada wsdac was formed in 2011 and is a registered notforprofit corporation in. No matter what level of certification a riding member tests into they will be required to meet the sop for both horse care and riding.
Western style dressage association of canada facebook. Rule book versatility thank you for contacting us looking for something in the library. All the resources you might need, can be found here in the resource section. Other products include steady hands, soft corrections, cinch converters, crocheted hair net scrunches, adj. Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. Riding, training, and competing with kindness as the goal and guiding principle. The united states equestrian federation has recognized wdaa as the sole affiliate representing the discipline of western dressage. Wdaa seat equitation tests 2014 appendix a pdf icon rev.
Pony club rulebooks the united states pony clubs, inc. Wdaa tests are available in four dressage illustrated. Basic level is the first level where you will do working walk, working jog, and working lope. Laminated books include introductory fourth level tests. Its always in your best interests to fully understand the dressage tests before you compete. In this new book lynn palm gives you a complete program to develop your horsemanship and riding skills. Right now, you can order the official, fully illustrated western dressage association of america wdaa tests at the tsb online bookstore. Western dressage is something to consider for riders who like the format and progressive nature of dressage, but appreciate the difference western dressage offers, so if you happen to see a western saddle at your next dressage show, maybe take some time to see what it is all about.
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. They are the ones who as a group write the rules, tests and general criteria. You can learn more about the ease of handling trial, here. The whinny widgets western dressage instructors test book features. Jan 04, 2019 the western dressage association of america is an educational not for profit with a 501c3 status. The arena is enclosed by a low fence, and specific locations are marked by a standard system of letters placed around the outside on markers. These tests can be used for training or showing purposes. She is a national advisor to the western dressage association of america and contributed to the current rules for the sport. Please use only current patterns found on the officials resource page. The tests in shows are used as a measure of correctness of. Working equitation dressage tests we united working.
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. 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. As we transition to this modified format, there may be interruptions to service. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book horseloverz.
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