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1 IBERIAN DRESSAGE MASTERS MCI GB 2016 RULES AND REGULATIONS

2 2016 RULES AND REGULATIONS BRITISH AND EUROPEAN MASTERS (FINAL) Version /01/16 This version of the regulation supersedes any earlier version. The reference version is the version that is currently published on the website of the Iberian Horse Dressage Masters) (MCI of GB). Table of Contents: 1. Introduction Page 3 2. Definitions. Page 3 3. MCI GB Qualifiers... Page European Final Page 4 4. Dressage Tests Page 4 5. Participation rights and rules. Page Riders.. Page Horses.... Page 5 6. Costs of Entries for each test. Page 6 7. Judges. Page 6 8. Registration and Entries Page 6 9. Dress and Tack. Page Withdrawal/Non-participation. Page Scoring.. Page Points system. Page Points and ranking. Page Accumulated points during selections (provisional order).. Page Number of qualification places for the Masters final.. Page Selection process for the Masters (final).. Page Organisation of the Masters (final) Page Minimum number of finalists per test Page Rankings of the Masters (final).. Page Individual Masters.. Page National Team Masters Page European Champion Title.. Page Young Horse European Champion Title... Page Complaints or Objections Page Miscellaneous Page Insurance and Liability. Page Arena & and warm up area Rules.. Page FEI Code of Conduct Page FEI Article Page 23 2

3 MCI of GB Rules and Regulations INTRODUCTION The Iberian Dressage Masters (MCI GB) will hold dressage competitions throughout the year exclusively for Iberian horses (PRE & PSL). These competitions will provide direct qualification for the MCI European Championships which will be held every year. Any Member wishing to participate in the MCI series is deemed to have read and accepted these Terms and Conditions. IBERIAN DRESSAGE MASTERS (MCI GB) comprises: 15 tests from Young Horse Grand Prix, including 5 Freestyle to Music classes: PRIMERA Preliminary - Young Horse 4-6 year olds NOVILLA Novice/Elementary 4-6 year olds MALAGA Novice/Elementary 4-6 year olds (Non Qualifier) GOLEGA - Elementary SEVILLA Medium/Advanced Medium EVORA Advanced Medium (Non Qualifier) LISBOA Advanced Medium MADRID Prix St George MAGISTRALE Intermediate B REYALE Grand Prix Plus 5 x FREESTYLE TO MUSIC: CARMENCITA - Elementary FLAMENCA Medium/Advanced Medium FANDANGO Advanced Medium LUSITANIA Prix St George/Inter I IBERICA Grand Pr ix 2 DEFINITIONS IBERIAN DRESSAGE MASTERS (MCI GB): The GB branch of the MCI is responsible for running qualifiers for the MCI European Championships. Competitor: A rider and horse. A competitor is defined for the qualifying season. A rider can ride as many different horses as he/she wishes. Each combination of horse and rider will be defined as a new competitor. 3

4 Qualifying Season: Beginning 1 st January 2016 until the end of Rounds/Circuit: MCI GB Qualifiers Masters: The annual European Championship for finalists that have qualified from each country in Europe. The European Masters: Brings together associations of countries that have organised the qualifications for selection of the Masters (final). Each country can have either a National circuit or several Regional circuits. Each MCI association is free to organize selections in their own country: number of circuits, number of heats, method of allocating points for the ranking selection and National final. 3 MCI GB Qualifiers MCI GB operates as a National Circuit. MCI Qualifiers will be held at various venues across the UK throughout the year. Please see our website for the MCI GB Calendar of events. Results can be found on our website and will be updated after each Qualifier and a list of the finalists for the MCI European Championships will be published after the final Qualifier of the year 3.1 The European Masters or final is normally held every year after the qualification/selection process. The MCI of France will make every effort to organize the European Masters final. The venue and dates of the European Masters Final for 2016 will take place at A.S.D. Horsbridge Club, None, Near Turin, Northern Italy on 27 th, 28 th, 29 th & 30 th October DRESSAGE TESTS 2016 Listed below are the current MCI qualifying tests for 2016: PRIMERA Preliminary - Young Horse 4-6 year olds NOVILLA Novice/Elementary 4-6 year olds MALAGA Novice/Elementary 4-6 year olds (Non Qualifier) GOLEGA - Elementary SEVILLA Medium/Advanced Medium EVORA Advanced Medium (Non Qualifier) LISBOA Advanced Medium MADRID Prix St George MAGISTRALE Intermediate B REYALE Grand Prix 4

5 Plus 5 x FREESTYLE TO MUSIC: CARMENCITA - Elementary FLAMENCA Medium/Advanced Medium FANDANGO Advanced Medium LUSITANIA Prix St George/Inter I IBERICA Grand Prix Please find the Dressage Test sheets on our website During the qualifying or selection rounds and at the request of the rider, the help of a caller is allowed (without the caller making any additions or repetition which will result in the penalty of elimination). 5 PARTICIPATION RIGHTS AND RULES Riders For British riders: Each rider needs to be a member of the Iberian Dressage Masters (MCI GB) to qualify for the European Masters final. A rider can ride in the contest with as many different horses as he/she wishes. Each combination will count as a new competitor. MCI GB circuit is open to participation by foreign MCI competitors. Whatever the nationality, foreign competitors will have to qualify under the same rules and regulations as British competitors to obtain qualification, if qualifying for the European Masters final, they can either compete as an individual or for their National team. 5.2 Horses The Iberian Dressage Masters (MCI GB) is open to all Purebred horses with full papers: Pura Raza Espaňola (PRE) or Purebred Lusitanos (PSL) with a current vaccination certificate. Veterinary checks and controls such as microchip scanning will be performed onsite by the Veterinary Surgeon for the Finals. Part-breds are allowed to compete but are not allowed to be ranked or to qualify for the European Masters Final under the rules of the MCI of France. Minimum age for competing = 4 years (as of 1 st January of their 4 th year). From 1 st January 2003, the identification of all horses residing in Great Britain is mandatory. Horses participating in an MCI competition, event or official competition must be microchipped; the main objective of identification by microchip is to guard against theft of horses. 5

6 6 COSTS OF MEMBERSHIP AND ENTRIES FOR EACH TEST Membership to the Iberian Dressage Masters (MCI GB) for 2016 will be renewed on the 1 st January of each year. Annual membership fees are available on the website. Entry and stabling fees will vary depending on each competition and will be advised at the time of entry. 7 JUDGES The Judges for MCI GB Qualifiers will be British Dressage Listed Judges appropriate to the level, independent of the MCI. Each test will be marked by the Judge according to FEI guidelines and their decision is final. The method of judging for the young horse tests PRIMERA and NOVILLA will be judged in the same way as all FEI Young Horse classes. The judging will be based on FEI Young Horse classes: walk, trot, canter, flexibility, suppleness and general impression and not on the execution of each movement. Judges may appeal to members of the Committee of MCI GB only to help solve a problem of regulation or technique. The grading and marking decided by the judges is final and each competitor will receive their awarded score which will go towards their qualification for the European Masters final. 8 REGISTERING AND ENTERING A CLASS When making your entries you must ensure that both the rider and the horse are members of the IDM (MCI GB). All entries are made directly to each qualifying venue. A photocopy of the horse s passport may be requested, this will be retained by the MCI GB office. If applicable, any horse whose origins have not been confirmed before the beginning of the test will unfortunately not be allowed to start. The MCI GB maintains a register for all riders and horses. Entries should be made directly with each venue by post or by . All entries must be received by the closing date. Late entries or entries on the day may be accepted at the organiser s discretion. Closing date/s are variable depending on the venue. For the European Masters final, the closing date will be fixed at the earliest at midnight on the Monday 15 days before the start of the competition or at the latest at midnight on the Friday 8 days before the start of the competition. Check the Calendar on our website for latest news. 6

7 Entry fees for the European Final for each competitor are payable either directly to the venue or to the Iberian Dressage Masters no later than 8 days before the beginning of the first round of the competition. Note: Only Entry and stable fees received by the due date will be taken into consideration unless otherwise stated on the website Calendar under late entries. All Junior riders participating in MCI GB competitions must have written permission from their parents or legal guardian valid for the duration of the competition season. A competitor may participate in the qualifying rounds, as many times as he/she wishes; subject to the following points in each test organized by the MCI GB: a) A horse shall not participate in more than 3 tests in any one day, even with different riders b) A horse can compete a maximum of twice in the same test on the same day c) A rider can compete up to 3 different horses in the same test on the same day d) A competitor (horse/rider combination) may compete only once in the same test on the same day e) Horses competing in PRIMERA and NOVILLA tests must not be more than 6 years of age during that calendar year. f) Freestyle CARMENCITA is closed to any competitors competing in the following tests: Lisboa, Madrid, Magistrale, Reyale, Freestyle Flamenca, Freestyle Fandango, Freestyle Lusitania and Freestyle Iberica. g) Freestyle FLAMENCA is closed to any competitors competing in the following tests: Madrid, Magistrale, Reyale and/or Freestyle Fandango Freestyle Lusitania and Freestyle Iberica. h) Freestyle FLAMENCA is closed to all competitors (horse/rider combination) who have qualified as finalists in the following tests: Lisboa, Madrid, Reyale, Freestyle Lusitania and Freestyle Iberica. i) Freestyle CARMENCITA is closed to any competitors (horse/rider combination) who have qualified as finalists in the following tests: Sevilla, Lisboa, Madrid, Reyale, Freestyle Flamenca, Freestyle Fandango, Freestyle Lusitania and Freestyle Iberica. 9 DRESS AND TACK This rule is subject to change depending upon current FEI regulations subsequent to this version of the Iberian Dressage Masters (MCI GB) rules being printed. The FEI rules will always prevail. Dress for Riders: Spanish or Portuguese traditional dress is recommended but the classical FEI or English dress is accepted. 7

8 Riding Helmets & hats: Protective hats are to be worn by all riders at all times when mounted at an MCI GB competition, including exercising, warming up and competing. Top hats or uniform caps are permitted as an exception to this rule for all MCI tests (excluding Young Horse tests where a protective hat should be worn) but only for the warm up directly prior to the competition (which may include riding from horse box park/stable to warm up arena) and the test. It is, however, recommended that riders to whom this exception applies wear protective hats at all times for their own safety. Organisers may require that Under 21 riders are to wear protective hats at all levels, if this is stipulated in the schedule. Organisers may also prescribe venue-specific rules that are stricter than stated if clearly shown in their schedules. Protective hats must meet one of the following standards; PAS 015, EN1384, BSEN1384 (MCI GB strongly recommends that hats are BSI Kitemarked) ASTM F1163 (2004) with SEI mark SNELL E2001 Australian & New Zealand All AS/NZS or any new standard that meets or exceeds those stated. Harnesses must be correctly fastened at all times when mounted. Hats and hat covers must be predominately black, navy blue or a conservative dark colour that matches the rider s jacket. Competitors are strongly recommended to check their hats are correctly fitted and replace them if damaged, or following a fall, and are responsible for ensuring their hat meets the required standards above. Riders are also advised to check the wording of any insurance policy they may depend on in case of accident for any specific requirements regarding the wearing of hats. If a hat comes off during a dressage test, it must be replaced immediately; the rider may dismount or the hat may be handed to them. The test will be restarted at the beginning of the movement during which it came off. There will be no penalty for error of course, but if the hat is not replaced the Judge is to eliminate the competitor. If a rider starts their test without wearing the correct headgear, the Judge is to ring the bell and instruct the rider to dismount and leave the arena. At the discretion of the organiser and the Judge, the rider may restart the test once properly attired. If a rider fails to comply with the instruction, the organiser is to eliminate the competitor from all classes on that day. This will also apply if, as a result of a spotcheck, a rider s hat is found not to comply with the required standard. The standard riding helmet is accepted with the Iberian outfit and wearing it will not interfere with the points for Freestyle. Any Rider in default may be disqualified without refund of their registration or entry fees Freestyle Dress Code Points: Spanish or Portuguese Dress : 10, 12, 14 or 16 points based on traditional outfits Classic Dress : 8, 9 or 10 points Plaited Tail : 1 point Plaited Mane: 1 point Traditional Saddle: 2 points Spanish or Portuguese Dress : Standards or traditional outfits see below: 8

9 2016 Freestyle Dress Code Points: 9

10 10 Points 12 Points FOLK DRESS PART DRESS 14 Points with classical boots and trousers 10

11 16 Points FULL DRESS Classic dress: 8 Points 9 Points 10 Points 11

12 Spurs: Must strictly comply with the FEI regulations. Whips: Whips are only permitted in the Young Horse classes however whips are allowed during the warm-up. Whips or canes are only permitted to be used by the rider who is competing, walking in hand or with the horse on a lunge. Any other person who is authorized to carry a whip must ensure it does not interfere with the training of the horse. Whip/Cane: Maximum length is 1.20 metres Headphones: During the competition, the use of headphones by riders is allowed only when training in the warm-up. They are prohibited in all the tests. Horse tack: Horse tack can either be Spanish, Portuguese or classical English. The types of bit must be strictly adhered to as authorized by the FEI for dressage. Martingales and other similar types of training aids are prohibited. No boots or bandages, blinkers or shields are allowed. 10 WITHDRAWALS AND NON-PARTICIPATION The venue must be notified as soon as possible in the event of a withdrawal. It is at the organisers discretion to refund entry fees. 11 SCORING MALAGA and EVORA tests cannot be used to qualify for the European Masters final as they are practice tests and are not subject to qualification status. Competitors will be placed and ranked on the day of the event and presented with a rosette and Trophy or prizes if applicable Points System: The following points system is used for MCI FRANCE and for European Final calculation ONLY. For each test the following number of points will be allocated from the final percentages, points will be accumulated up to 3 decimal points, one point for every 0.250% above 55%. 12

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14 Extra Points accumulated for Participation and Traditional Dress Every competitor will receive an extra 2 points for participating in each test, this will be equally allocated to the competitors whatever their score. This includes competitors who have been eliminated or have to retire. These 2 points are then doubled for competitors competing in traditional Spanish or Portuguese costume. To clarify: 2 points for participation + 2 points for Traditional Dress = 4 extra points per dressage test Accumulated points in the qualification rounds for provisional rankings. This will be calculated from the percentage marks received on the day transferred into points plus taking into account the extra points earned by each competitor during each test. Total Masters points equals the combination of all points for the selected test (eg Malaga). The best three scores for that particular test achieved during the qualifying season will be attributed to this horse and rider combination for ranking purposes. A competitor may therefore participate in as many tests of the MCI GB as they wish, all these points (including extra points for dress and participation) will be taken into account in the total Masters points and only the 3 (three) best scores (results) will be retained for the records for the final Masters points. For Example Competitor Round No1 Round No.2 Round No.3 Round No.4 Round No.5 Score 1 Score 2 Score 3 Score 4 Score 5 Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Points/Score Points/Round Total points in the rounds 3 top point scores Total Scores Masters Final Ranking Dress % Dress % Dress % Dress % Dress % 14

15 Points accumulated by a competitor for a particular test may in no circumstances be transferred, sold or combined with any other test for that competitor and or another competitor in trying to obtain a place at the European Masters (final). MCI GB reserves the right to disqualify any competitor who makes false statements with regard to the origins of the horse. Points derived by the competitor will be cancelled and a new provisional ranking will be given. A competitor is no longer entitled to participate in any competition and their accumulated points will be forfeited. 12 NUMBER OF QUALIFICATION PLACES FOR THE MASTERS (FINAL) Tests Number of points achieved at the end of the qualification rounds Primera Novilla Golega Sevilla Carmencita, Flamenca Lisboa Fandango, Lusitania, Madrid Magistrale, Reyale, Iberica Number of places SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE EUROPEAN MASTERS (FINAL) To be selected and to qualify for the European Masters (final), each competitor must obtain 3 qualifying scores at different shows before the end of the qualifying season. The minimum qualifying is dependent upon the level: PRIMERA & NOVILLA More than 65% GOLEGA & SEVILLA More than 63% Freestyle CARMENCITA More than 64% LISBOA More than 62% MADRID More than 60% MAGISTRALE & REYALE More than 59% Freestyles: FLAMENCA, FANDANGO, LUSITANIA & IBERICA More than 65% 15

16 Competitors must also: a) Be ranked among those selected for the tests in question. In the case of a draw/tie of points between two competitors, the scores will be broken down as follows: the competitor will be selected who participated in the largest number of events organized by the MCI GB. If there is still a draw/tie both competitors will be selected. b) A horse cannot participate twice in the final of the same test in the same year. If at the end of the selections a horse is selected twice for the Masters (final) for the same test, the owner must choose which rider he/she wishes to compete his/her horse. This means that in the selection for the final there will be an unselected competitor for the test. c) A rider may not participate 3 times during the year in the final of the same test (even if the number of points earned is sufficient). If at the end of the selections, a rider is selected more than twice for the Masters (final) for the same test, it will be necessary to choose the one horse they wish to compete. This means that in the selection for the final there will be an unselected competitor for the test. d) A horse can participate in up to two finals (Masters) during the year. If at the end of the selections a horse is selected for more than 2 finals (Masters), the owner must choose from all of the selections which 2 finals they wish to compete in. This means that in the selection for the final there will be an unselected competitor for the test. e) For a horse to participate in the finals of PRIMERA and NOVILLA, the horse must not exceed 6 years of age during that calendar year. f) If a Declaration of withdrawal for the finals is received by the due date, the next combination that has qualified but not yet selected will be offered this place. 14 ORGANISATION OF THE EUROPEAN MASTERS (FINAL) Regulations applied to the Masters final is the same as that which governs the tests in the rounds organized by the MCI France plus the following items that complete, replace or cancel some of these articles. A competitor who has not participated in the qualification rounds on one of the circuits, cannot participate in the final. 16

17 14.1 Minimum number of finalists per test For each of the tests a minimum of 6 finalists per test If the minimum number of finalists is not reached after the end of the rounds, the MCI circuit which has the most participants for the test concerned shall provide additional finalists subject to compliance with the regulations obtaining a minimum result in selection. PRIMERA & NOVILLA More than 65% GOLEGA & SEVILLA More than 63% Freestyle CARMENCITA More than 64% LISBOA More than 62% MADRID More than 60% MAGISTRALE & REYALE More than 59% Freestyles: FLAMENCA, FANDANGO, LUSITANIA & IBERICA More than 65% 14.2 Definition of the text of the tests Golega and Sevilla MCI France Lisboa, Madrid, Magistrale and Reyale FEI text = MCI France text Primera, Novilla, RLM Carmencita, Flamenca, Fandango, Lusitania and Iberia = MCI France text No commanders/callers allowed when competing at the Masters final No whips allowed when competing at the Masters final (except for the Primera and Novilla) 15 RANKINGS OF THE EUROPEAN MASTERS (FINAL) 15.1 Individual Masters (14 titles) Each test will result in a ranking of first to last qualifying competitor. Competitors ride individually and under the colours of the Nationality of the rider. In the case of a draw/tie between competitors, the competitor wearing traditional dress will be ranked ahead. If there is still a tie, the highest overall score will decide the final ranking. If a tie still exists the competitors will be ranked equally. 17

18 15.2 Masters National team (qualification circuit) For team ranking, this is calculated by adding the scores accumulated in percentages to 3 decimal points. The top 13 percentages attained by competitors for each team count but with the following restrictions: Only the top 13 percentages achieved by the competitors for each team will be calculated but under the following rules: Two young horse results (PRIMERA or NOVILLA) The 5 best results obtained in Freestyle (CARMENCITA, FLAMENCA, FANDANGO, LUSITANIA, and IBERICA), only the top 2 from each Freestyle test count. The best 6 results obtained in the tests: GOLEGA, SEVILLA, LISBOA, MADRID, MAGISTRALE and REYALE. The 2 lowest scores are then deducted for an accumulation of 11 results In case of a tie between teams, the lowest score will be reinstated. If the tie still remains a 14 th best result (whatever its origin) will be included in the calculation. If a tie still exists, a 15 th result will be included in the calculation and so on until the tiebreaker between the teams. The top 3 teams will be rewarded on a podium with medals for: Gold, Silver and Bronze European Champion Title For the European Champion title, a combined ranking will be established alongside the individual Masters tests, this title will be presented on a podium with medals for the first 3: Gold, Silver and Bronze. Final places are calculated by adding the average scores of tests achieved in percentages to three decimal points. In case of a tie, the competitor in traditional dress will be ranked ahead. If still tied, the best total points for the set of tests is the highest, the tie-breaker, then if necessary the highest (Novilla or Freestyle) artistic points decide the ranking: There will be 7 European Champion Titles in 2016: Level Young Horse = PRIMERA + NOVILLA Level 1 = GOLEGA + Freestyle CARMENCITA Level 2 = SEVILLA + Freestyle FLAMENCA Level 3 = LISBOA + Freestyle FANDANGO Level 4 = MADRID + Freestyle LUSITANIA Level 5 = MAGISTRALE + Freestyle IBERICA Level 6 = REYALE + Freestyle IBERICA 18

19 Qualification Conditions for a European Champion Title in Levels 1 4 i) The competitor must have obtained their qualification in the compulsory test (under Article 14 of these Regulations). The competitor must also have obtained, in one of the provisional rankings, qualification for Freestyle to music at the corresponding level, even if this place does not allow qualification to the individual Masters. ii) A rider may only compete in one Level (from 1 4). Riders with several horses in the same category or riding in two different categories (between 1 4), must declare in writing at the time of entry or at least 48 hours before the start of the first test of the final: a) which horse will participate in the European Champion title b) which category of the European Championship Title they are competing in iii) A rider who participates in one of the European Championship levels 1-4 can compete with another horse for the title of European Champion levels 5&6 and Young Horse (providing they have obtained the necessary qualification for each horse) Participation Conditions for the European Champion Title in Levels 1 4 The competitor must participate in the individual Masters dressage test. Freestyle participation is not required as part of the qualification process to compete in the Masters Final. If a competitor has not qualified or does not participate in a Freestyle test, the rider is still allowed to compete and obtain a score for the Championship. They will not be ranked individually on the corresponding Freestyle Masters but the result cannot count towards the Masters final (according to Article 14-d). Must comply with point If a competitor does not clearly indicate their choice of horse or level when entering the Championship, the first horse competed in that particular test or level will be taken as their definitive choice Qualification Conditions for the title of Young Horse European Champion i) The competitor must have obtained his individual Masters qualification in one of the two tests (Primera or Novilla) (according to Article 14 of these Regulations). They must also be in one of the provisional classifications of selections for another Young Horse test even if their place does not allow access to individual masters of the latter. There may be an exception to this point only at the time of the first year of a new circuit. ii) Riders with several horses competing in Primera or Novilla tests must declare in writing at the time of their entry or no later than 48 hours before the start of the first round of the final which horse they will enter for the Young Horse European Champion Title. 19

20 iii) A horse participating in the Young Horse European Championship cannot participate in any other Championship Levels 1 6. iv) A rider who competes for the title of Young Horse European Champion can compete another horse for the title of European Champion Title Levels 1 4, level 5 and level 6 (subject to obtaining qualification) Participation Conditions for the Young Horse European Champion Title i) The competitor must have participated in an individual Masters dressage test - PRIMERA or NOVILLA. ii) For the second test, if the competitor is not qualified for the Individual Masters or does not participate in an individual Masters test, they are allowed to compete to obtain a score for the Championship. Must comply with Point iii) If a competitor has not clearly indicated their choice of horse when entering, it will be taken as a definitive choice the first horse that competed in the Primera Qualification Conditions for the title of European Champion at Levels 5 and 6 i) The competitor must have obtained the individual Masters qualification in the compulsory tests according to Article 14 of the rules. ii) The same rider can be classified at Levels 5 and 6 provided that it is with 2 different horses. The riders with several horses in Category (5 or 6) must declare in writing at the time of their entry, or at the latest 48 hours before the start of the first test of the final, which horse will compete for the title of European Champion. iii) A rider who competes in one of the European Champion levels 5 and/or 6 may also compete another horse for the title of European Champion at Levels 1 4 and Young Horse (provided they have obtained the necessary qualification for each horse) Participation Conditions for the title of European Champion at Levels 5 and 6 i) The competitor must participate in the compulsory tests for the individual Masters. ii) If the competitor has not qualified for the individual Masters for the Freestyle Iberica they can nevertheless obtain points for the Championship. iii) If a competitor has not clearly indicated their choice of horse or level on entry for the Championship the first horse that they competed in the test concerned test will be deemed as their definitive choice. 20

21 16 COMPLAINTS (OBJECTIONS) A complaint against a competitor or horse during a round, in connection with their ranking, their organization or their progress, must be dealt with between the individual owners of the horses and riders involved and the Team Captain. Any complaint must be made in writing (no verbal complaint is accepted). For the complaint to be admissible, each complaint must be filed no later than one hour after the incident to a representative of MCI GB. Any complainant must pay a deposit of 150. This deposit will be returned for justified claims or MCI GB will retain the deposit if the case is rejected. In all cases where there is a complaint about the conduct in a test or round, a representative of MCI GB will be required to adjudicate. The Committee of MCI GB will have all power to address different issues, with reference to these Rules and Regulations as well as National and International regulations, but these Regulations in particular. These decisions are irrevocable, without appeal and immediately applicable. 17 MISCELLANEOUS In the case of a disagreement on the interpretation of the terms and conditions of the competition or the regulations of the tests or rounds, the interpretive version of the board or the Committee of the MCI GB will prevail. MCI GB reserves the right to modify these Rules and Regulations at any time and without notice. All entrants and members of the Iberian Horse Dressage Masters (MCI GB) including all persons with any involvement in any of the competing horses and riders, are deemed to have read these Rules and Regulations and to be in agreement, without any reservation, on all points contained herein. 18 INSURANCE AND LIABILITY Insurance cover is not currently offered by MCI GB. Additionally, any injury or damage to horses or other animals, objects and personal effects are by no means insured or the responsibility of the Association. Competitors (rider & horse) must be personally insured against the consequences of any civil liability that they may incur due to their participation in the contests of MCI GB, in their capacity of owner, rider or handlers of equines for all rounds of the competition. By entering a dressage test set by MCI GB, the rider recognizes and certifies that he/she has taken out the relevant insurance for their own personal requirements. 21

22 19 RULES OF THE COMPETITION ARENA AND WARM UP AREAS The warm up arena/s is provided to work in the horses before the tests. It is therefore necessary to ensure that riders (and their horses) are respectful of other riders. Ensure that the schedule for the day is observed. Ensure before entering the ring that your outfit is correct and your tack properly adjusted. Arena access is restricted to registered competitors warming up or for competing. It is prohibited for the groom, trainers or others to mount the horse in the paddock, warm up areas or competition arena. Trainers are not permitted inside the warm up or competition arenas and are only allowed outside of the warm up arena. Verbal comments and training remarks must be made quietly and with discretion from the edge of the arena and without disturbing other riders. Any electronic earbud devices can be used in the warm up arenas or paddock area but must be removed before entering the competition arena. The assistance of a third person with a whip or cane to help the rider is not permitted. Unless with explicit authorization of Stewards of the warm up arenas or paddock areas, it is forbidden to lunge or walk the horse in hand or to stand in the middle of the track. To reduce the risk of accidents, keep a reasonable distance from other horses and follow the priorities. Riders must pass on the left rein and the left rein will always have priority. Riders practicing transitions and movements other than walk, halt or reinback will have precedence. Passage, piaffe and pirouette take precedence over all other paces and movements. Boots and bandages are allowed in the warm up areas but not in the competition arean during the tests. If possible a pre-paddock will be provided for adjusting the tack or to remove boots and bandages. Do not stop in the middle of the track. If this space does not exist please leave the warm up arena to perform any adjustments and removal of boots and bandages. Check that none of the tack can harm the horse. Injury from the bridle, spur or hand will result in immediate disqualification, both in the warm up and in the test. Do not hesitate to ask the Stewards of the warm up if you are unsure. Comply with their instructions and treat them with courtesy. They are there to help you. 20 FEI CODE OF CONDUCT The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) expects all those involved in the sport of International Equestrianism to adhere to the Code of Conduct of the FEI and to acknowledge and accept that welfare of the horse must at all times be paramount and it is never subject to any commercial influence or competition. 22

23 1. The welfare of horses takes precedence over all other requirements at all stages of their preparation and their training. This includes good horse management, training methods, farriery and saddler/tack and transportation. 2. To be allowed to compete, horses and competitors must be physically fit, competent and in good health. This includes the use of medications, surgical procedures which threaten the safety or well-being of horses, pregnancy in mares and the misuse of aids. 3. Events must not prejudice horse welfare. This involves constant attention to the competition areas, ground surfaces, weather conditions, stabling, safety of the site and fitness of the horse for onward travel after the event. 4. Every effort must be made to ensure that horses receive the proper attention they are due after the competition and that they are treated humanely when their competition careers are over. This includes proper veterinary care, competition injuries, euthanasia and retirement. 5. The FEI urges all involved with the sport of Equestrianism to attain the highest possible level of knowledge in their areas of expertise. A full copy of this Code can be obtained from the Federation Equestre Internationale, Avenue Mon-Repos 24, CH-1005 Lausanne, Switzerland (Tel: ). The Code is available in French and English. It can also be found on the FEI website ARTICLE 401 OF THE GENERAL PRINCIPLES AND PURPOSE FEI (New Version 2008) The purpose of Dressage is for the development of the horse into a happy athlete through harmonious education. It has the effect of making the horse calm, supple, loose and flexible but also confident, attentive and keen thus being in perfect harmony with its rider. The freedom and regularity of the paces The harmony, lightness and ease of movements The lightness of the forehand and the engagement of the hindquarters, originating from a lively impulsion The acceptance of the bit, with submissiveness/thoroughness without any tension or resistance. End of Regulations 30 th January 2016 (Version 1:1) Iberian Dressage Masters (MCI GB) 23