January 2020 USEF Western Dressage Committee members Tori Blankenship Cindy Butler Chair Holly Clanahan Tim Christensen Mike Corcoran Ellen Di Bella Ann Judge Dini Swanson NV Joyce Swanson ID: 932927
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Western Dressage Committee Meeting
January 2020
Slide2USEF Western Dressage Committee membersTori BlankenshipCindy Butler, Chair
Holly ClanahanTim ChristensenMike CorcoranEllen Di BellaAnn Judge
Dini Swanson (NV)Joyce SwansonNell TekampeStacia
Wert-Gray
Slide3AGENDA1. Call to Order & Roll Call2. Conflict of Interest
3. Adoption of Agenda4. Approval of Minutes – August 27, 20195. New Businessa. Review Rule Proposal•
WD127 (additional language added for WD129 to align with WD127 changed)• WD121.5b. 2020 Goals for Western Dressage Committee
6. Other Business7. AdjournWestern Dressage Committee Meeting
Thursday January 9
th
, 2020 at 8 a.m. EST
In-person meeting at the Hilton West Palm Beach Hotel; Cypress A meeting room
Slide4Slide5Slide6WDAA Annual meeting
January 2020
Slide7WDAA Board MembersCindy Butler, PresidentHolly Clanahan
, Vice PresidentSharron Sarchet, TreasurerThallia Blight, Secretary
Mike CorcoranLynn ShinkleCliff SwansonEllen Di Bella, Director Emeritus
Slide8WDAA Staff
Dini Swanson, Executive Director
Slide9WDAA contractorsJenny McBurnett, contractor for
WHLPAPKathy Newcomb, contractor for membership services and customer serviceCindy Reid, World Show Manager who contracts others who also work at the World Show.
Una Schade, contractor for Information Technology
ServicesJoyce Swanson, Judges’ Education Chair and others who help with judges’ educationVivien Van Buren, World Show Coordinator
Slide10And, best of all: WDAA has lots of amazing volunteers who we love and cherish and could not function without!
Slide11No Qualifying required for 2020 World Show
Slide12Announcing the 2020
World Show judges!
Jodi Ely, Mound, MNLillian Evaniew-Phelan, Riverside, WA
Renee Johnson, Clovis CAAnn Judge, Bennett, CO Eq. and Rail Judge Donna Richardson, San Marcos,
CA
Heather Stalker, Alachua, FL
Slide132019 By the numbers1564 WDAA Members (12/19/19)433 USEF Members (262 Active, 170 Fan, 1 Life) listing Western Dressage as their
primary discipline (11/30/19)1329 USEF Members 1083 Active, 236 Fan, 10 Life) listing Western Dressage as their secondary discipline (11/30/19)
32 USEF Western Dressage Lite Shows106 USEF approved Western Dressage Shows (65% WDAA recognized)336 Horses enrolled in WHLPAP (this is over 100 more than last year)172 WDAA recognized shows (40% USEF licensed)
74 USEF licensed Western Dressage Judges
Slide14Slide15Allowing only Western Dressage Licensed judges started here
Slide16341% increase in 4 years!
Slide17Treasurer’s report
Slide182019 AccomplishmentsWDAA hired Dini Swanson as our first full-time employee and first executive director.
Exceptional EquestriansVeterans’ membership programMemberclicks, new membership softwareMembers only, video education portalJudge’s Perspective Videos
Expanded World Show to five days, increased entries by 33%Intro. FreestyleAwarded USEF Youth Grant to Operation Wild HorseCollaborated with AQHA to ensure USEF Western Dressage judges will judge AQHA classes
Gained a seat on the USEF Breeds and Disciplines CouncilExpanded HOTY awards starting for the 2020 show seasonHorse Show “How To” Manual, a guideline for how to put on a show, on our website
Slide19US Equestrian to Recognize Ellen DiBella
with 2019 Lifetime Achievement AwardLexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the
recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award to be acknowledged at the 2020 US Equestrian Annual Meeting at the Hilton West Palm Beach in West Palm Beach, Fla. Ellen DiBella
will be recognized at the Pegasus Awards presented by Adequan® on Friday, January 10, 2020.
Slide20Goals for 2020Encourage USEF shows to become WDAA recognized and WDAA recognized shows to become USEF licensed,
Work to promote more shows and educational opportunities for Western Dressage riders including World show qualifying for 2021 to support affiliates and local show managers,Continued collaboration with Breed Registries and others to expand show opportunities for members,Develop new educational opportunities including videos and judges’ perspectives for our website portal,
Update Western Dressage Equipment Guide,The first All-In-Person WDAA Board of Directors meeting,Continue to improve our website and current programs including: WHLPAP, World Championship Show, Judge’s Seminar, and Group Apprentice Judges’ Experience.
Slide21WDAA Rules Update
January 2020
Slide22I’ll present:
1. new rules effective for 2020 seasonWe’ll discuss:2. proposals for future rule changes
Slide23Many of the changes I will present are rule clarifications where no practical difference occurs, but language is made consistent with other parts of the rules, grammatical or clerical errors are corrected, or rules are stated more clearly.
Slide24When you see the glasses symbol on the slides, it means there is no procedural change in the rule, we are just making it easier to understand or easier to find.
Slide25Done Deals(Rule Changes that went into effect in 2019)
Slide26WD 121.5 Clarification, Effective 5/15/19 To
increase the clarity of the rule by using more specific wording in regards to the use of Silver Equipment.WD121 Tack [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-5 APPOINTMENTS]
5. Saddle:A standard stock saddle is customary. A working saddle, Australian, and Western side saddle are also acceptable. Silver equipment may be used,
but should not be given preference over equipment in good working order. will not count over a good working outfit.
Slide27WD 124.1 Clarification, Effective 5/15/19
To clarify that a Federation Licensed Western Dressage judge may officiate rail classes. As it reads now it could be confused that only Federation Licensed Breed Judges may officiate rail classes.
WD124 Judges and Stewards [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-6 OFFICIALS]WD124 Judges and Stewards {WD-6 Officials}1. Western Dressage classes offered at Federation licensed competitions must be judged by a Federation licensed Western Dressage judge in good standing. Any
judge officiating Western Dressage classes at a Federation licensed competition must be a current member in good standing with the Western Dressage Association of America. (Exception: for Western Dressage Suitability, Western Dressage Hack and Western Dressage Seat Equitation, judged as a group on the rail with the option of individual work rather than as an individual performance only, a judge must be a Federation licensed judge in the appropriate
breed or
breeds.)
breed(s) or a Federation Licensed Western Dressage judge.)
Slide28GR1304.2 Clarification, Effective 5/15/19
The current rule is redundant by listing Morgan and Western Dressage divisions as exceptions when they are already included via the verbiage "any division".The inclusion of this exception is not needed and causes confusion in interpretation.
GR1304 Regulations Governing Showing Under Judges, Stewards and Technical Delegates [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER 13-A RESPONSIBILITIES]2. No member of a judge's family, nor any cohabitant, companion, domestic partner, housemate or member of a judge's household nor any of the judge's clients
, employers or employees or employers of a member of the judge's family may compete as trainer, coach, exhibitor, rider, driver, handler, owner, lessor or lessee in any dDivision
, or Dressage class unless the relationship is terminated 30 days prior to the competition.
Slide29GR1304.2 continued
For purposes of this rule included as employers are any individuals, corporations, partnerships, foundations, trusts or non-profit organizations and shareholders owning five or more percent of the stock of any corporation which employs the judge or a member of the judge's family, and any officers, directors and partners of any corporation or partnershipand officers, directors or trustees of any trust or foundation or non-profit organization which employs the judge or a members of the judge's family. The
hiring of a judge to officiate at Licensed Competitions shall not constitute employment for purposes of this rule. Exceptions:a. Morgan and Western Dressage divisions in any competition.b
a. For the Arabian division, the aforementioned may compete in sections, which the judge is not officiating.3. No judge's trainer nor any of the judge's trainer's clients may compete as trainer, coach, exhibitor, rider, driver, handler, owner, lessor or lessee in any Division or Dressage class unless the relationship is terminated 30 days prior to the competitions. Exceptions:
a. Morgan and Western Dressage divisions in any competition.
b. For the Arabian division, the aforementioned may compete
in
sections, which the judge is not officiating.
Slide30WD 121.6 Clarification, Effective 5/15/19
To expand on the permitted color of the leg wraps to align with the current language in WD122.3.WD121 Tack [CHAPTER WD-5 Appointments ]6. Protective "polo" style leg wraps are permitted
., either white or a color closely matching the natural color of the horse as much as possible. Bright colors should be avoided.WD122 Illegal Equipment
3. Use of martingales, bit guards, any kind of gadgets (such as bearing, side, running, balancing reins, nasal strips, tongue tied down, etc.), any kind of boots (including “easy-boots” splint boots, hock boots, bell boots, etc.), tail bandages, any form of blinkers, earmuffs or plugs, and nose covers are cause for elimination. Protective “polo” style leg wraps are permitted, either white or
a color closely
matching the natural color of the horse as much as possible.
Bright colors
should be avoided.
Slide31WD 121.4 Clarification, Effective 9/10/19
When the Western Dressage Chapter was re-organized in the 2016 Rulebook, these two points were incorrectly placed under the Reins category of the Tack rule. This clarification corrects that mistake and correctly re-organizes both points.
WD121 Tack [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-5 APPOINTMENTS]WD121 Tack {WD-5 Appointments}4. Reins:e. A breastplate and/or crupper may be used.
f. Whips: One whip no longer than 47.2 inches (120 cm) including lash, is permitted in all Classes/Tests.5. Saddle:e. A breastplate and/or crupper may be used.8. Whip: One whip no longer than 47.2 inches (120cm) including lash, is permitted in all Classes/Tests.
Slide32WD 130 Clarification, Effective 9/10/19
There has been confusion regarding when gaited classes are not held, if gaited and non-gaited horses are allowed to compete together. This additional verbiage will clarify this confusion. There is also an addition of verbiage to clarify that the WDAA tests are not located on the USEF website but rather the link to the tests is located on the USEF website.
WD130 General [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-8 TESTS]WD130 General {WD-8-Tests}
The WDAA approves and issues tests for use at Federation licensed and WDAA recognized competitions in the United States. Tests cannot be modified without approval of the WDAA with the exception that gaited horses must be ridden at the saddle gait instead of the jog in Western Dressage classes. A
link to the
t
T
ests
are
is
located on the USEF website at www.usef.org. Competitions are permitted to hold gaited classes but they are to be held
as separate
classes.
If gaited classes are not being held at a competition, then gaited and non-gaited horses are permitted to compete together in
the same
class.
The gaits required in lieu of the jog are defined in Subchapter WD-2.
Slide33WD 106.2 Clarification, Effective 12/1/19
The language being removed is confusing and unnecessary, the Western Dressage Committee would like for it to be removed as to prevent future confusion. The inclusion of the language "four beat gait" sufficiently describes the saddle gait, no further language is needed.
WD106 Saddle Gait [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-2 GAITS]WD106 Saddle Gait {WD-2 Gaits}2. The saddle gait is a four beat gait that is
may be either lateral or diagonal, timely and consistently performed. The tempo, rhythm and foot falls of the gaitthe rider chooses to perform must not change throughout the test. The gait the horse performs, should be able to be ridden in a working, lengthened, free andcollected manner as the Western Dressage test specifies.
Slide34WD 124.1 Clarification, Effective 12/1/19
The Western Committee would like to clarify that any judge officiating at a competition may judge an opportunity class.WD124 Judges and Stewards [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-6 OFFICIALS ]
WD124 Judges and Stewards {WD-6 Officials}1. Western Dressage classes offered at Federation licensed competitions must be judged by a Federation licensed Western Dressage judge in good standing. Any judge officiating Western Dressage classes at a Federation licensed competition must be a current member in good standing with the Western
Dressage Association of America.(Exception:a. for Western Dressage Suitability, Western Dressage Hack and Western Dressage Seat Equitation, judged as a group on the rail with the option of individual work rather than as an individual performance, a judge must be a Federation licensed judge in the appropriate breed(s) or a Federation Licensed
Western Dressage
judge.
b. Opportunity Classes may be judged by any judge officiating at the competition. Conflict of interest rules in GR1304 apply.
)
Slide35WD 130.5 Clarification, Effective 12/1/19
This clarification is to correct a typo. The sentence should be parallel with the language currently published on the tests to describe the ideal attributes that ahorse shows while performing at the collected lope, not at a halt.
WD130 GENERAL [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-8 TESTS]WD130 General {WD-8 Tests}5. Level 3. To confirm that the horse has achieved the impulsion required in Level 2, now accepts more weight on the hindquarters (collection); moves with a greater
degree of an uphill tendency as required in the collected gaits especially in the collected lope. The horse must maintain a light contact on the bit showing balance, self-carriage and energy that result from improved engagement and weight-carrying by the hind quarters as performed in the collected lope
halts
. The movements should be performed with greater bending, suppleness, balance and self-carriage than in Level 2.
Slide36WD 129.2 Clarification, Effective 12/1/19
TO unify this rule with the WD102 rule change from 2018 that will go into effect on 12/1/19 that also removed "divisions" from language that is used to describe different sections of a class type. There is also a clarification to make the language more clear that Junior and Young Rider classes are separate from one another.
WD129 REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITION MANAGEMENT [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-7 COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS]WD129 Requirements for Competition Management {WD-7 Competition Requirements}
2. When permitted by the rules or special criteria, classes may be divided into separate divisions or sections based on qualifications, age or other eligibility of horses or riders.
Slide37WD 129.2 continued3.
Divisions or Ssections of a class are considered to be a separate “class” only if listed as such in the prize list.
Divisions or Ssections
of a class may be held in different rings and judged by different judges. When divisions or sections are held under different conditions (i.e., different ring or judges), separate awards must be given.
4. When entries warrant, competitions are encouraged to split classes into separate
sections
divisions
, and to provide separate awards for Open riders
, Amateurs
,
Junior, and Young Riders
. and Junior/Young Riders
. Horses may be ridden only once in any class, including separate
divisions or
sections of
the same
class and not by multiple riders.
Slide38WD 126.6 Clarification, Effective 12/1/19
Western Dressage Freestyle does not have "errors", it has deductions. This information should not be included in the Errors section and therefore should beremoved. This information already exists in the Freestyle section of the chapter, WD131.2c.
WD126 EXECUTION AND JUDGING OF TESTS [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-7 COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS]WD126 Execution and Judging of Tests {WD-7 Competition Requirements}6. Errors.a. When a competitor makes an “error of the course” (takes the wrong turn, omits a movement, etc.) the Judge warns him by sounding the bell. The
Judge shows him if necessary the point at which he must take up the test again and the next movement to be executed then leaves him to continue by himself.b. Every “error of the course” whether the bell is sounded or not, must be penalized, as noted above:1. The first time by 2 points2. The second time by 4 points
;
Slide39WD 126.6 continued3. The third time the competitor is eliminated. However, at the discretion of the judge, the rider may continue to finish the test. If the competitor’s continued
presence in the ring is about to interfere with the start of the next scheduled ride, then the judge must excuse him/her from the ring.4. For Freestyle tests, four (4) points will be deducted for forbidden movements and above the level movements. They are not cumulative and will not result in elimination
.4. 5. When the competitor makes an “error of the test” (at the salute does not take the reins in one hand, etc.) he must be penalized as for an “error of
the course”.5. 6. If the judge has not noted an error the competitor has the benefit of the doubt.
6.
7.
The penalty points are deducted on each judge’s sheet from the total earned by the competitor.
Slide40WD 121.4 Clarification, Effective 12/1/19
The addition to part b of the rule will clarify that one hand is only required with romal reins that have a popper and then the addition to part d is to again clarifythat the romal reins being referenced are the ones that have a popper.
WD 121 TACK [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-5 APPOINTMENTS]WD121 Tack {WD-5 Appointments}
4. Reins:b. When the rider uses a curb, the following reins may be used: Romal reins, Split reins, loop/connected reins, buckled reins or Romal reins without a popper..When using a curb with
Romal
reins
with a popper
, only one hand is allowed; when using other rein choices, one or two hands are allowed.
d. At the end of the Free Walk or Free Jog, riders using split reins held in one hand may use the free or offhand to pull the reins back to the desired length.
Riders using
Romal
reins may use the hand
holding the popper
using the
Romal
to alter the tension or length of the reins from the bridle to the reining hand.
Slide41WD 102.4 Clarification, Effective 12/1/19
Currently there is confusion about which part of the rule the exception applies to. This clarification re-organizes the rule to better categorize the WDAA and USEF membership requirements for Western Dressage competitions and classes. There are a few verbiage and informational corrections included, but overall there are no substantive changes.
WD102 Participation in Western Dressage Competition [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-1 WESTERN DRESSAGE HORSE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES]WD102 Participation in Western Dressage Competitions {WD-1 Western Dressage Horse Goals and Objectives}
4. WDAA Membership:a. To be eligible to participate as a rider, owner, lessee, coach, or trainer at
Western Dressage
Federation competitions persons must be
active
members of WDAA; or pay a non-member fee
equal to the price of an annual membership
for each competition.
Slide42WD 102.4 continued
Lessees are considered owners in connection with this membership requirement. In the event of an entry under multiple ownership, only one owner need be a Member or pay a non-member fee. The competition
is responsible for listing either the active member or the owner that paid the non-member fee in the results. The competitions will be responsible for forwarding a list of the names of individuals who pay non-member fees at the competition to WDAA with the post
competition report. Payment of non-member fees for the purpose of competing does not entitle the individual to any privileges of the WDAA membership.b. In order to compete in any Western Dressage class at a Federation licensed competition, as an exhibitor, rider, trainer, or his/her agent(s), a person
must be an Active member of the Western Dressage Association of America or pay a non-member fee to the Western Dressage
Association of
America.
Exception to both a and b: Local Competitions, Lite Competitions, breed restricted competitions that offer an open Western
Dressage section
, and exceptions listed in GR901.9.
c. WDAA membership is a requirement for participation at the WDAA World Championship Show.
Slide43WD 102.4 continued5. USEF Membership:
A USEF non-member, who wishes to participate as a rider, handler, owner, lessee, agent, coach or trainer at Regular USEF Competitions, Reining Competitions or Federation Open Western competitions that hold Western Dressage classes, must pay a show pass
non-member fee for each competition in which an individual competes. Lessees are considered owners in connection with this membership requirement. In the event of an entry under multiple ownership, only one owner need be a Member or pay a
show pass non-member fee. The competition is responsible for listing either the active member or the owner that paid the show pass
non-member
fee in the results. The competitions will be responsible for forwarding
copies of all Show Pass
forms completed
a list of the names of individuals who pay non-member fees
at the competition to
the Federation
WDAA
with the post competition report
. Payment
of
Show Pass
non-member
fees for the purpose of competing does not entitle the individual to any privileges of the
WDAA
USEF
membership.
Exception:
Additionally,
P
p
articipants
in the following classes are exempted from the
R
r
equirements
of this rule: 1)
leadline
; 2) exhibitions; 3)
games and
races; 4) classes for 4-H members; 5) walk trot and academy classes (academy classes are classes limited to horses used regularly in a
lesson program
); 6) Opportunity classes.
Slide44WD 102.4 continued5. Membership: In order to compete in any Western Dressage class at a Federation licensed competition, as an exhibitor, rider, trainer, or his/her agent(s),
a person must be an Active member of the Western Dressage Association of America or pay a nonmember fee to the Western Dressage Association of America. Exception: Local competitions, competitions restricted to a particular breed and exceptions listed in GR901.9.
6. WDAA membership is a requirement for participation at the WDAA World Championship Show.6. 7. An exhibitor is not allowed to request a Time-Out in Western Dressage.
7. 8. If it becomes necessary to interrupt a Western Dressage competition, and/or as to cause suspension of judging, the unfinished portion may be recommenced
and rescheduled for the same or following day at the option of the Show Committee with the officials’ consent. All scores recorded before
the interruption
will stand. When classes are re-commenced after a delay on the same day, competitors must be given at least 30 minutes notice of the
starting time
. Exhibitors whose ride times are changed to a subsequent day as a result of the interrupted competition or inclement weather condition, must
be individually
notified at least two hours prior to a rescheduled ride time.
Slide45WD 102.4 continued8
. 9. Competitions may limit the number of rides and/or the number of levels in which horses may compete if printed in the prize list.9
. 10. Electronic communication devices used for purposes of coaching exhibitors during a competition are prohibited in all classes in the Western Dressage Division. Exhibitors with a permanent hearing impairment are permitted to use an electronic communication device upon submission of a written
certification from a treating medical professional‘s office certifying the permanent hearing impairment and certifying the requirement of an electronic communication device. The medical certification must be provided to the competition Steward within a reasonable time prior to competing who shall attach a copy to
the Steward
report.
10
.
11. An exhibitor with a disability (other than hearing) will be provided reasonable accommodation upon submission of a written certification from a
treating medical
professional‘s office certifying the disability and identifying the accommodation necessary for the exhibitor to compete safely. The medical
certification must
be provided to the competition Steward within a reasonable time prior to competing who shall attach a copy to the Steward report.
Slide46WD 121 STANDARD, Effective 12/1/19
This change is to further outline what saddles are acceptable for Western Dressage and honor the membership's wishes for more traditional Western saddles. WDAA expects the changes to result in less staff time (USEF & WDAA) evaluating saddle photos and further promote a more standard interpretation of the saddle rule for stewards and exhibitors.
WD121 Tack [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER 1-A DEFINITIONS]5. Saddle: A standard
American Western stock saddle with swells, a seat, cantle, skirt, fenders and Western stirrups is customary
required
. A
working
saddle
, Australian, and Western sidesaddle are
is
also acceptable.
Silver equipment will not count over a good working outfit.
Slide47WD 121 continueda. A horn is optional but western style fenders are required.
Optional and permitted features may include:1. Horn2. Padding or pads on the seat of saddle3. Bucking rolls
4. Tapaderos, except in Western Dressage Equitationb. Tapaderos are permitted except in Western Dressage Equitation. The following features and style of saddles are not permitted.1. Thigh & knee rolls
2. Saddles: Australian, Baroque, English, McClellan and Spanishc. Padding or pads on the seat of the saddle are permitted. Silver equipment will not count over a good working outfit.d. Thigh or knee rolls are allowed only on Australian Western style saddles.
Slide48WD 121 STANDARD, Effective 12/1/19
To clearly define the type of bitless bridle that is allowed in the Western Dressage division. As written, bitless bridles only need to be of Western style and made of leather or leather like materials. The vague language has allowed for many types/styles of bitless bridles to be used, including ones that present
a safety concern for horses and competitors. Design request has been submitted for picture to be made - picture to be added under (c.)
WD121 Tack [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-5 APPOINTMENTS]1.Bridles:a. Any Western type headstall must be used.b. A Western cavesson (braided or plain), or pencil bosal with space for two fingers placed between the
cavesson
and the jowl of the horse is allowed. No
metal, studs of any kind, or other harsh substances can be used in conjunction with or part of a Western
cavesson
.
Slide49WD 121 continuedc. A Hackamore (Bosal) is permitted on a horse of any age at any level. A hackamore includes a bosal rounded in shape and constructed of braided rawhide
or leather and must have a flexible non-metallic core, attached to a suitable headstall. No other material of any kind is to be used in conjunction with thebosal, i.e. steel, metal or chains. Bosals may be wrapped with smooth electrical tape to prevent rubbing.d. A bitless
bridle is permitted on a horse of any age at any level. It must be of Western style made of leather or leather like materials.e. The Western Two Rein bridle is permitted. This is a bridle and bit, snaffle or curb ridden over a full or pencil bosal with a romal; hence a bit rein and a
mecate rein is held in each hand, or the mecate rein can be tied to the saddle horn.2. Snaffle Bit:Letter a-g3. Curb Bit:Letter a-e
Slide50WD 121 continued4.
Bitless Bridles:a. A bitless
bridle is permitted on a horse of any age at any level.b. All bitless bridles must be of Western style made of flat leather or leather like materials.
c. Cross under bitless bridle - a simple and subtle two loop system, one over the poll and one over the nose that embraces the whole of the head, see figure a. and b. No other variations are permissible
.
Slide51WD 121 continuedd.
Bitless bridles with sidepulls are prohibited.
Continue with re-numbering.WD122 Illegal EquipmentNumber 1-78. Bitless
bridles with sidepulls
Slide52WD 102 STANDARD, Effective 12/1/19
This rule change will resolve several issues - removing incorrect language, removing repetitive language and making clear that exhibitors can ride the same Western Dressage test twice at the same competition.
WD102 Participation in Western Dressage Competitions [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER WD-1 WESTERN DRESSAGE HORSE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES]1. Western Dressage classes are open to riders on horses, mules and/or ponies of any origin. Classes may be restricted to one or more breeds at a licensed breed restricted competition.
2. A Horse/Rider combination may enter no more than two consecutive levels, Freestyle levels included, at any one competition. Suitability, Hack and Equitation are excluded from the maximum limit of rides per day and horses in these classes may compete at any level for which they are otherwise eligible during the same competition.
Slide53WD 102 continued
3. Horse/rider combinations may ride the same test twice at the same competition, given they are separate class numbers.4. No horse may be ridden more than once in any Western Dressage class, (
including separate divisions or sections of the same class number).a. Horses may be ridden in junior, amateur, and open sections at the same competition.
5. Horses cannot be ridden by more than two riders. Shows may further limit number of rides per horse and level if stated in their prize list. If there is a conflict with
breed division rules regarding WD102.2, the breed division rules will govern.
6. If there is a conflict with breed division rules regarding WD102.2-4, the breed division rules will govern.
7
.
3
. For purposes of competition in Western Dressage classes:
a. Individuals are eligible as Junior Exhibitors until the end of the competition year in which they reach the age of 18.
b. From the beginning of the competition year in which they reach 18, individuals must possess a current Amateur Certification to be eligible to compete
as Amateurs
at a USEF licensed competition. At non-USEF licensed competitions, organizers should consult the appropriate breed rules for eligibility to
compete as
an Amateur.
Slide54WD 102 continued8.
4.To be eligible to participate as a rider, owner, lessee, agent, coach, or trainer
in any Western Dressage class at or at any Federation licensed
competitions persons must be members of WDAA or pay a non-member fee of $25 for each competition. A USEF non-member, who wishes to participate as a rider, handler, owner, lessee, agent, coach or trainer at Regular USEF Competitions, Reining Competitions or Federation Open Western competitions
that hold
Western Dressage classes, must pay a non-member fee for each competition
.
in which
. an individual competes.
Lessees are considered owners
in connection
with this membership requirement. In the event of an entry under multiple ownership, only one owner need
s
be a Member or pay a
non-member fee
. The competition is responsible for listing either the active member or the owner that paid the non-member fee in the results. Exceptions:
local competitions
, competitions restricted to a particular breed, and
GR901.9.
breed restricted competitions that offer an open Western Dressage section
.
Additionally
, participants in the following classes are exempt
ed
from the requirements of this rule:
1)
leadline
;
2)
exhibitions;
3)
games and races;
4)
classes for
4-H members;
5)
walk trot
;
and
academy classes
(academy classes are classes limited to horses used regularly in a lesson program); 6)
and
Opportunity classes.
Slide55WD 102 continueda
. The Competitions will be responsible for forwarding a list of the names of individuals who pay non-member fees at the competition to WDAA with the post competition
report. Payment of non-member fees for the purpose of competing, does not entitle the individual to any privileges of the WDAA membership.5. Membership: In order to compete in any Western Dressage class at a Federation licensed competition, as an exhibitor, rider, trainer, or his/her agent(s), a person must be an Active member of the Western Dressage Association of America or pay a nonmember fee to the Western Dressage Association
of America. Exception: Local competitions, competitions restricted to a particular breed and exceptions listed in GR901.9.Continue with re-numbering.
Slide56WD 122 STANDARD, Effective 12/1/19
to allow the use of earplugs and remove them from the list of prohibited equipment.
WD122 Illegal Equipment [CHAPTER WD - 5 Appointments]
3
. Use of martingales, bit guards, any kind of gadgets (such as bearing, side, running, balancing reins, nasal strips, tongue tied down, etc.), any kind of boots (including “easy-boots” splint boots, hock boots, bell boots, etc.), tail bandages, any form of blinkers,
earmuffs or plugs,
and nose covers are cause for elimination. Protective “polo” style leg wraps are permitted, with color matching natural color of the horse as much as possible
.
Slide57GR 1144 STANDARD, Effective 12/1/19
The WDAA feels that having separate HOTY award categories for open, amateur and juniors will be an incentive for individuals to attend USEF shows and record their horses with USEF. WDAA is communicating with their members about the USEF HOTY award program with the hopes it results in more USEF memberships and more participation at USEF competitions.
GR1144 Western Dressage [CHAPTER SUBCHAPTER 11-F AWARD SECTIONS]1. Eligibility: See GR 1110.
2. Point Tabulation: See GR 1113-1119.a. Full points will be awarded to all Western Dressage classes conducted at USEF licensed competitions, as well as Breed restricted competitions and competitions holding open Western Dressage classes. Points in all classes will be awarded as follows. They are awarded on the scores of rides versus placings
. Scores are achieved through a horse and rider combination, (unit).
b. Points in all classes will be awarded as follows: They are awarded on the scores of rides versus placings. Scores are achieved through a horse and
rider combination
, (unit).
.
Slide58GR1144 continued3. Award Categories:
1. Open:• Intro Tests (1-4)• Basic Tests (1-4)• Level 1 Tests (1-4)• Level 2 Tests (1-4)• Level 3 Tests (1-4)• Level 4 Tests (1-4)
• Western Dressage Suitability• Western Dressage Hack• Western Dressage Seat Horsemanship
• Western Dressage Seat on the rail
Slide59GR 1144 continued2.
Amateur:• Intro Tests (1-4)• Basic Tests (1-4)• Level 1 Tests (1-4)• Level 2 Tests (1-4)• Level 3 Tests (1-4)
• Level 4 Tests (1-4)• Western Dressage Suitability• Western Dressage Hack• Western Dressage Seat Horsemanship
• Western Dressage Seat on the rail
Slide60GR 1144 continued
3. Junior:• Intro Tests (1-4)• Basic Tests (1-4)• Level 1 Tests (1-4)• Level 2 Tests (1-4)• Level 3 Tests (1-4)
• Level 4 Tests (1-4)• Western Dressage Suitability• Western Dressage Hack• Western Dressage Seat Horsemanship
• Western Dressage Seat on the rail4. Western Dressage Rail Classes: To include points earned in all Western Dressage Suitability, Hack and Equitation classes including open, amateur and junior exhibitor.
Slide61How will I know about new rules?
The USEF online rule book is most current. All changes marked in red
. This is the best way to keep track of current rules. Rule Changes can be viewed at:
https://www.usef.org/compete/resources-forms/rules-regulations/rule-changes
Slide62A quick reminder of the rule change process
Slide63Standard Rules
WDAA member proposes rule change
USEF WD Committee
WDAA Rules Committee
New Rule Published and reviewed by membership
WDAA Board
USEF online rule change proposal
USEF Legislative Committee
USEF Board
USEF General Counsel
Other USEF Committees
This is the usual way rules are added or changed.
Slide64Deadline for rule change proposals
USEF members may submit Standard rule changes using the USEF official
form http://
prc.usef.org/proposal/submit.aspx within the following deadlines in order to be considered within the current year.
Individual USEF members or USEF Sr. Staff or for any General rules -
September
1.
Standard rule changes become effective the following
December 1st
of the next year, unless otherwise specified, and supersede prior rules.
USEF Committees or recognized affiliates (WDAA Rules Committee) submitting Standard rule change proposals -
March
1
to be reviewed at Mid-Year meeting with Dec. 1 of same year effective date.
This is new!
Slide65Ideas for future rule changesParticipation required
Slide66Should this be legal?
Slide67Should this be legal?
Slide68Should this be legal?
Slide69Suitability eligibility:Should we add the red comment?
SUBCHAPTER WD-10 DRESSAGE SUITABILITYWD132 General1. To be eligible for a Western Dressage Suitability class, a horse must not have shown in a Western Dressage competition/Test at First Level or above and/or shown in a Western Dressage Hack class
in the same competition.
Slide70Should we have penalties for Horsemanship and Equitation?Maneuver evaluations and penalty applications are to be determined independently. The following penalties will be applied for each occurrence and will be deducted from the final score:
Three (3) points Break of gait at the walk or jog up to 2 strides Over or under turn from 1/8 to 1/4 turn Tick or hit of cone
Obviously looking down to check leads Five (5) points Not performing the specific gait or not stopping within 10 feet (3 meters) of designated location Incorrect lead or break of gait at the lope (except when correcting an incorrect lead)
Break of gait at walk or jog for more than 2 strides Loss of stirrup Bottom of boot not touching pad of stirrup at all gaits including backup Head carried too low and/or clearly behind the vertical while the horse is in motion, showing the appearance of intimidation
Slide71Equitation Penalties discussion Continued:Ten (10) points
Loss of rein Use of either hand to instill fear or praise while on pattern or during rail work Holding saddle with either hand Cueing with the end of the romal
Blatant disobedience including kicking, pawing, bucking, and rearing Spurring in front of the cinch DisqualificationsFailure to display correct number
Abuse of horse or schooling Fall by horse or exhibitor Illegal equipment or illegal use of hands on reins Use of prohibited equipment Off pattern, including: knocking over or wrong side of cone or marker; never performing designated gait or lead; over or under turning more than 1/4 turn
Slide72Rule change Suggestions from Members?Tell us what you want on a list for us to present to our Rules Committee
Slide73Hashing out rules is a thankless business.
Committee members
work hard to give exhibitors a level playing field and clear expectations.
are extremely dedicated and want what is best for WDAA and Western Dressage exhibitors and horses.
Are available and interested to hear from the membership
Slide74Rules Committee
Thank you to the WDAA Rules Committee for their time, consideration, hard work, open-mindedness, and dedication.Cindy Butler
– ChairmanRonald Bartholomew
Tori BlankenshipEllen DiBella
Joyce Hamblin
Lynn Palm
Cliff Swanson
Joyce Swanson
Cindy Reid
And a special thank you to
Nicole
Zerbee
who makes sure our rules are consistent and don’t contradict each other.
Slide75What can WDAA do for you?
Slide76WDAA Resources westerndressageassociation.orgWestern Dressage Association
® of AmericaP.O. Box 2349Parker, CO 80134Call Us: (720) 662-4584
Our hours of operation are 9:00AM – 6:00PM Monday – Friday Mountain Standard time.Feel free to text us also.
Slide772020 WDAA/USEF
JUDGES EDUCATION
SEMINAR
Thursday, February 6 through Saturday,
February 8, 2020
Location
Hilton Garden Inn
Denver Tech Center, 7675 E Union Ave.
Denver, CO 80237
Registration information at:
https://westerndressageassociation.org/western-dressage-judges-education-program/
We hope to see you at the seminar!