Section 4 Appendix. Appendix 1 FOSH Regional High Point Program Appendix 2 FOSH Versatility Program

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1 Section 4 Appendix Programs, Forms & Dressage Tests Appendix 1 FOSH Regional High Point Program Appendix FOSH Versatility Program Appendix 3 Other FOSH Programs Appendix 4 AP400 Protocol for Protests, Complaints, and Disciplinary Actions AP401 Rule Change Procedure and Forms AP40 Proposed Rule Book Change AP403 IJA Judge Evaluation Form AP403a Request For IJA Guest Judge Card AP403b IJA After Action Report AP403c IJA Apprentice Judge Evaluation Form AP404 Form for Protests and Complaints AP405 FOSH Request to Affiliate Horse Show AP405a Responsibilities of Event Management AP406 Show Management After Event Report AP406a To Be Filed if you DID NOT use a Certified HIO AP407 Application to Become a FOSH DQP AP408 & AP408a Judging Agreement (comprehensive & simple samples) Appendix 5 Judging Forms...4- Appendix 6 & 6a Proposed Future Rule Changes; Confirmed Rule Changes - Warning to Exhibitors Appendix 7 English/Western Dressage Tests and Patterns...4-8

2 Appendix 1: FOSH Regional High Points Program AP 101 Specific Requirements In order to participate in the FOSH Regional High Points Program, the owner of the horse must be a member of FOSH. Member ship information may be found at fosh.info or by contacting Friends of Sound Horses, Inc Clayton Road #105 St. Louis, MO The owner of the horse must be a FOSH member by June 1st of the current year for the FOSH show season; January 1st to December 31st of the current show year. For subsequent years, the owner must be a FOSH member for the FOSH show season, January 1st to December 31st. Points are accumulated from the date of membership. Points earned prior to FOSH membership are not retroactive. The High Point Program is open to any gaited breed covered by the IJA Rule Book. Champion and Reserve titles will be awarded annually for each breed in each region. Horses entered must be registered with a valid registry. High Point Titles are awarded from the region in which the horse resides. The FOSH Horse of the Year is awarded to the entry receiving the highest number of total points. AP 10 Accumulation of Points: Points can only be accumulated at FOSH Sanctioned Shows. Exhibitors wishing to participate, must submit a Point Registration Form (available on the FOSH website) to Nancy Harding at Flatwalk11@aol.com or mail to FOSH at 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St. Louis, MO Point Registration Forms must be received prior to the first show the horse is entered in or by June 1 of the current show season The Show Manager/Secretary must submit show results to FOSH Director of Show Sanctioning within 30 days after the show. At the end of the show season, the FOSH Director responsible for High Point and Versatility will tally all points submitted by Show manager/secretary. The FOSH show season runs from January 1st through December 31st. In order for points to count, show results must be submitted to FOSH prior to January 15. In the event a horse receives a ticket for any violation of the HPA from any HIO or federal authority, and the ticket is upheld, all points for the High Point program will be declared null and void for the year. AP 103 Awarding of Points The North American Championship show will award triple points. The Regional Championship Shows will award double points. All other shows will award single points. In classes with six horses or more, points shall be given as follows: 1st place ribbon earns 10 points, nd place ribbon earns 8 points; 3rd place ribbon earns 6 points, 4th place ribbon earns 4 points; and 5th place ribbon earns points. Each horse who completes the class, but does not receive a 1st through 5th ribbon, will receive 1 participation point. In classes with five horses or less, points shall be given as follows: One horse class 1st place will receive 5 points; Two horse class 1st place will receive 6 points and nd place will receive 4; Three horse class 1st receives 7 points; nd receives 5; 3rd receives 3 Four horse class 1st receives 8; nd receives 6; 3rd receives 4; 4th receives Five horse class 1st receives 9; nd receives 7; 3rd receives 5; 4th receives 3; 5th receives 1 AP 104: FOSH Designated Regions # in Region Region States and Provinces in Region: 4 1 Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Michigan, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Connecticut, Vermont, Massachusetts 0 Saskatchewan, Manitoba, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama 8 3 Alberta, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico 7 4 British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Hawaii, Alaska Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-1

3 A Technical III Division has been added to the FOSH Versatility High Point Program. You may earn your points in Technical II or Technical III or a combination of both. AP 00 General In order to participate in the FOSH Versatility program the owner of the horse must be a member of FOSH. Information on FOSH membership may be found at fosh.info or by contacting Friends of Sound Horses, Inc Clayton Road #105 St. Louis, MO The owner of the horse must be a FOSH member by June 1st of the current year for the FOSH show season; January 1st to December 31st of the current show year. For subsequent years, the owner must be a FOSH member for the FOSH show season, January 1st to December 31st. Points are accumulated from the date of membership. Points earned prior to FOSH membership are not retroactive. The Versatility Program is open to any gaited breed represented in the IJA rule book. The horse must be registered with a valid registry. The horse must be at least years of age as of January 1 of their enrolling year. The non-cantering breeds are those who do not have a canter in the breed standard. All others will be classified as three gaited breeds. AP 01 Age Divisions Youth Division o age 17 and under. o The age on January 1 of each year shall determine the age for the entire year. o Youths may only exhibit mares and geldings. o The Youth Division is a horse/rider combination. Points will be awarded to the combination. Adult Division o age 18 and over. o In the Adult Division the points are awarded to the Horse. AP 0 Versatility Points Books Point books can be downloaded at the FOSH website (fosh. info) or requested from FOSH. Exhibitors are responsible for maintaining their point book. When youth and adult exhibitor are riding the same horse, each must have and maintain their own book. The Show Manager/Secretary must sign all point books. Adult Versatility points follow the horse. Youth Versatility points follow one Youth/horse combination. Upon completion of the show season, the exhibitor sends the completed point book to the Points Chairman for computation and tally. The FOSH show season runs from January 1st to December 31st of each year. The book must be postmarked or received by the Versatility Points chairman no later than January 15 for the points to count for the previous years Versatility points. Appendix : FOSH Versatility Program receive a 1st through 5th ribbon, will receive 1 participation point. In classes with five horses or less, points shall be given as follows: One horse class 1st place will receive 5 points; Two horse classes 1st place will receive 6 points and nd place will receive 4; Three horse classes 1st receives 7 points; nd receives 5; 3rd receives 3 Four horse classes 1st receives 8; nd receives 6; 3rd receives 4; 4th receives Five horse classes 1st receives 9; nd receives 7; 3rd receives 5; 4th receives 3; 5th receives 1 AP 04 Accumulation of Points Points may be earned at FOSH Sanctioned Shows. Points may be earned in open breed shows if: o the shows adheres to the FOSH shoeing standards (Chap 4). o the show is judged by a licensed judge. o a copy of the class list or premium must accompany the point book. o the name of the Judge and the licensing authority must be included in the versatility points book or on accompanying premium list from the show. In classes designated as English/Western; please indicate in some fashion (i.e. circle, highlight or underscore) the discipline in which the horse was ridden. Failure to indicate the riding discipline will automatically move any points received in this class to an English classification, unless the riding discipline can be otherwise determined. If the designation between a gait class and a 3 gait class can not be determined from the information provided in the point book, it will be assumed that the class is a gait class. Points earned at shows where class titles do not directly correspond to the traditional definitions of classes found throughout the United States will not be counted unless some way can be found to inform the FOSH high points Chairman of the correct location/allocation for the points. Show managers are encouraged to contact FOSH to determine how to best make class descriptions universal for the purpose of this program and are urged to adopt universal class descriptions in order to make points easier for the exhibitors to understand. In the event a horse receives a ticket for any violation of the HPA from any HIO or federal authority, and the ticket is upheld, all the points for the versatility program will be declared null and void for the year. AP 05 Levels of Versatility Achievement There are three levels of achievement for both Adult and Youth Bronze, Silver and Gold Each level of achievement in requires minimum points to be accumulated in the following divisions: In-Hand Division Halter Model Showmanship Performance Division English gait English 3 gait Western gait Western 3 gait Technical I Division Barrel Racing Equitation EquiTheater AP 03 Awarding of Points The North American Championship show will award triple points. The Regional Championship Shows will award double points. All other shows will award single points. In classes with six horses or more, points shall be given as follows: 1st place ribbon earns 10 points, nd place ribbon earns 8 points; 3rd place ribbon earns 6 points, 4th place ribbon earns 4 points; 5th place ribbon earns points. Each horse in the class, which completes the class, but does not Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-

4 Appendix : FOSH Versatility Program Pole Bending Water Glass Western Riding Technical II Division Dressage Driving Over Fences (Jumping) Natural Horsemanship Reining Trail Obstacle Technical III Division Trail Trials Judged Trail Rides Competitive Trail Endurance Rides Ranch Horse Competition Cattle Penning Cutting 3 Day Events Cross Country Driving Combined Driving Three Phase Event Requirements for each level of achievement AP 06 Adult Versatility Point Requirements Bronze Versatility Level In Hand Division - A minimum of 5 points Rail Class Division - A minimum of 45 points At least 70 points in 3 gait English or Western or combination thereof. Horses showing in 3 gait classes only must earn at least 45 points in either English or Western or combination thereof. For non-cantering breeds, minimum of 345 points in gait English or Western or combination thereof. Technical I Division - A minimum of 105 points Must earn at least 35 points each in 3 of the 5 categories. Technical II or III Divisions Must achieve a minimum of 50 points in of the 16 categories. Silver Versatility Level In Hand Division - A minimum of 50 points Rail Class Division - A minimum of 55 points At least 175 points in 3 gait English or Western or combination thereof. Horses showing in 3 gait classes only must earn at least 55 points in either English or Western or combination thereof. For non cantering breeds, minimum of 65 points in gait English or Western or a combination thereof. Technical I Division - A minimum of 00 points Must earn at least 60 points each in 3 of the 5 categories. Technical II or III Divisions Must earn a minimum of 100 points in at least of the 16 Categories. Gold Versatility Level In Hand Division - A minimum of 65 points Rail Class Division - A minimum of 800 points. At least 300 points in 3 gait English or Western or combination thereof. Horses showing in 3 gait classes only must earn at least 800 points in either English or Western or a combination thereof. For non-cantering breeds, minimum of 900 points in gait English or Western or combination thereof. Technical I Division -A minimum of 300 points. Must earn at least 100 points each in 3 of the 5 categories Technical II or III Divisions A minimum of 150 points in at least of the 16 categories. AP 07 Youth Versatility Point Requirements Bronze Versatility Level In Hand Division - A minimum of 5 points Rail Class Division - A minimum of 100 points At least 30 points in 3 gait English or Western or combination thereof. Horses showing in 3 gait classes only must earn at least 100 points in either English or Western or combination thereof. For non-cantering breeds, minimum of 150 points in English or Western or combination thereof. Technical I Division - A minimum of 75 points Must earn at least 5 points each in 3 of the 5 categories. Technical II or III Divisions Must achieve a minimum of 35 points in of the 16 categories. Silver Versatility Level In Hand Division - A minimum of 35 points Rail Class Division - A minimum of 10 points At least 70 points in 3 gait English or Western or combination thereof. Horses showing in 3 gait classes only must earn at least 10 points in either English or Western or combination thereof. For non-cantering breeds, a minimum of 60 points in English or Western or a combination thereof. Technical I Division - A minimum of 150 points Must earn at least 50 points each in 3 of the 5 categories. Technical II or III Divisions Must earn a minimum of 70 points in at least of the 16 categories. Gold Versatility Level In Hand Division - A minimum of 45 points Rail Class Division - A minimum of 30 points At least 10 points in 3 gait English or Western or combination thereof. Horses showing in 3 gait classes only must earn at least 30 points in either English or Western or a combination thereof. For non-cantering breeds, a minimum of 370 points in English or Western or a combination thereof. Technical I Division - A minimum of 10 points. Must earn at least 70 points each in 3 of the 5 categories Technical II or III Divisions A minimum of 105 points in at least of the 16 categories. NOTE: Points may be earned in Technical II Division or Technical III Division or a combination of both. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-3

5 Appendix 3: Other FOSH Programs FOSH Gaited Sport Horse FOSH Gaited Journey Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-4

6 Appendix 4: Forms AP400: Protocol for Protests, Complaints, and Disciplinary Action Note: All persons involved in or handling a protest, complaint of Disciplinary Actions shall keep information relating to these proceedings confidential, providing information only to the extent necessary to complete official review of the matter. FOSH will maintain privacy in all matters of Protest and Complaint. Protest Submitted to Show Management by an exhibitor, Show Official, or Show Management Allegation of a violation of IJA Rules submitted to Show Management of a Sanctioned Show. May not pertain to class placing, determination of a horse s soundness, artificial image or bad image when made by a licensed veterinarian, judge or DQP (a show official) at a Sanctioned Show, unless the Protest or Complaint alleges that the Show Official has violated IJA Rules. Must be made by person who signed an entry form, a show official or show management Must be in writing on Form AP404 Must be signed Must be accompanied by the required fee o Exception may be made for Show Officials and Show Management o fee will be refunded only if authorized by the Hearing Board Must be submitted no later than 1 hour after the end of the last class. Note: A protest is for things that are violations of technical aspects of IJA rules or show management decisions such as determination of age of horse, entry of a stallion in a mare class, incorrect horses in Championship classes, entry of a horse under incorrect ownership, entry into an amateur owned and trained class when the horse does not qualify etc. Protocol when a Protest is submitted to Show Management Show Management informs the Chairman of the Show Committee The Chairman of the Show Committee reminds everyone involved that the issues are confidential. The Chairman of the Show Committee informs the members of the show committee, FOSH, the IJA Director of Judges and the FOSH Director of Show Sanctioning of the nature of the protest. The Chairman of the Show Committee arranges for all relevant materials to be gathered The Chairman of the Show Committee arranges a meeting of the Show Committee and Show Management to examine and discuss the protest. If the protest is upheld by the Show Committee o The relevant parties are informed (Complainant, FOSH IJA Director of Judges, and FOSH Director of Show Sanctioning). o The Protest fee is refunded to the complainant. o If necessary official class results are changed to reflect the results of the protest. If the protest is not found to be valid by the Show Committee o The relevant parties are informed. (Complainant, FOSH IJA Director of Judges, FOSH Director of Show Sanctioning). o The Show Committee determines whether they to keep the fee or refund the fee. o There is no further recourse If the protest is found to be a complaint by the Show Committee o The relevant parties are informed. (Complainant, FOSH IJA Director of Judges, FOSH Director of Show Sanctioning). o All relevant material is submitted to FOSH where it will be treated as a Complaint. Complaint Submitted to FOSH by an exhibitor, Show Official, or Show Management. The Complaint may be a Protest that Show Management determines should become a Complaint. An allegation of a violation of IJA Rules submitted to the Hearing Board. May not pertain to class placing, determination of a horse s soundness, artificial image or bad image when made by a licensed veterinarian, judge or DQP (a show official) at a Sanctioned Show, unless the Protest or Complaint alleges that the Show Official has violated IJA Rules. Must be made by person who signed an entry, a show official or show management Must be in writing on Form AP404 Must be signed Must be accompanied by the required fee o Exception may be made for Show Officials and Show Management o Fee will be refunded only if authorized by the Hearing Board Must be received by FOSH no later than 14 days after the end of the Sanctioned show. The complainant has the burden of proof of proving a violation of IJA Rules by a preponderance of the evidence. Note: A complaint is for such things that are clear violations of IJA Rules such as mixed tack and attire in class, a halter class conducted without a movement component, a 3 gait class where one of the gaits was missed, horses not asked to back individually in a class, a judge judging a horse where he was involved in a sale under the Conflict of Interest Guidelines etc. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-5

7 Appendix 4: Forms Protocol when a Complaint is submitted to FOSH The FOSH Board is informed of the Complaint. The President reminds the FOSH Board that the issues are confidential. The IJA Director of Judges arranges for all relevant materials to be gathered and presented to the FOSH Board for discussion The FOSH Board determines by a majority vote whether a Hearing Board shall be held in response to the Complaint. ( Disciplinary Action Resolution ) All persons involved in or handling a protest, complaint of Disciplinary Actions shall keep information relating to these proceedings confidential, providing information only to the extent necessary to complete official review of the matter. Protocol when a Hearing Board is formed A Hearing shall be held within 45 days of the receipt of a Complaint or passing the Disciplinary Action Resolution. Location to be determined by the Board. Provide the Complainant 14 days advance written notice of time, date and place of the Hearing. Provide the Complainant and all Interested Parties (any individuals designated by the Hearing Board who may be affected by the outcome of the Hearing) a copy of the Complaint or Disciplinary Action resolution. Members of the Hearing Board uninvolved members at large randomly selected from a pool of volunteers IJA Director of Judges IJA Director of Shows FOSH President (only votes to break a tie) Conduct of a Hearing The complainant has the burden of proof of proving a violation of IJA Rules by a preponderance of the evidence. Rules of evidence need not be strictly observed. The standard of admissibility is determined by whether an ordinarily prudent person could rely on it. Complainants and Interested Parties have the right to produce evidence to the Hearing Board and may be represented by counsel. Physical appearance is not required. Hearing Board shall establish further procedures to provide reasonable due process for Complainants and Interested Parties and prompt resolution of the matter. Hearing Board Decision Decision will be issued in writing 30 days after the Hearing The Decision of the Hearing Board is final. The Hearing Board has complete discretion in fashioning a remedy and/or penalty arising out of any Hearing. The Decision must include a determination whether a fee submitted with a Complaint is to be refunded. Written notice of the decision and any action, remedy or penalty prescribed by the Hearing Board shall be mailed to the Complainant, all Interested Parties and the President of FOSH. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-6

8 Appendix 4: Forms AP401: Rule Change Procedure Statement of Purpose FOSH desires to avoid the excesses and extremes in both training and exhibition that have come to be associated with some gaited breeds. Regardless of the division in which the gaited horse is shown, the horse must retain the characteristics of a pleasure horse. Exaggeration and extremes in style and form are not to be rewarded, whether the extremes are manifested in excessive animation and speed, or in the direction of the least animation and speed. In every division the gaited horse must be correctly gaited, fluid, natural, smooth and appear to be a true pleasure to ride if it is to be rewarded with a horse show ribbon. It is the right of every FOSH supporter to propose changes to the IJA Rules subject to the policies, procedures and schedules of the IJA Rule Book. In rare and unusual circumstances, a rule change may be effective immediately if it is deemed to be for the benefit of the horse or for the good of the organization. Any submitted Proposed Rule Changes will be examined on the following basis: welfare of the horse; best interest of the organization; compatibility with Rules already in existence; necessity; tradition; appropriateness; timeliness; and guidelines of other rules organizations. In order to be considered and perhaps implemented for the upcoming show season, submissions must be received by November 1 of the current year. Action 8. Rule Changes approved by the FOSH Board of Directors will be reviewed (for clarification of wording.) 9. Rule Changes approved by the FOSH Board of Directors will be in effect for the Show season following the FOSH Board of Directors meeting in December. 10. Rule Changes approved by the FOSH Board of Directors will be published in the IJA Rule Book and included in the Rule Book on the FOSH website. 11. Rule Changes approved by the FOSH Board of Directors will be clearly identified on the FOSH website. 1. Rule Changes requiring further study and input from interested parties will be included in the IJA Rule Book and on the FOSH web site under Proposed Future Rule Changes. FOSH Sanctioning Information Contact: Director of Show Sanctioning Friends of Sound Horses, Inc Clayton Road #105 St. Louis, MO shows@fosh.info Proposed Rule Changes should be submitted to FOSH - IJA Director of Judges 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St.Louis, MO ddlittle@telus.net Submission 1. Proposed Rule changes must be made on the form IJA Proposed Rule Book Change available in the IJA Rule Book or on the FOSH web site.. After received by FOSH, the IJA Proposed Rule Book Change will be sent to the IJA Standing Rules Committee for research and examination. 3. A representative of the IJA Standing Rules Committee will acknowledge receipt of the IJA Proposed Rule Change. Examination and Study 4. The IJA Standing Rules Committee will examine and research the IJA Proposed Rule Book Change. 5. The IJA Standing Rules Committee will determine whether to recommend or reject or suggest further study of the IJA Proposed Rule Change. Recommendation 6. The IJA Standing Rules Committee will submit all IJA Proposed Rule Changes received by November 1 to the FOSH Board of Directors at the annual Board meeting. This submission will include the recommendation of the IJA Standing Rules Committee and reasons for acceptance or rejection or further study. 7. The FOSH Board of Directors will consider all submissions by the IJA Standing Rules Committee at the Annual Board of Directors meeting in December. At this meeting the IJA Proposed Rule Changes will be accepted or rejected or tabled for further research and input from interested parties. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-7

9 Appendix 4: Forms AP40: IJA Proposed Rule Book Change Submission Form: Please submit one form for each proposed change. Please use the reverse of form for additional comments. Proposed change for (year) Section of Rule book if applicable or known Topic (i.e. Allowable English tack, Shoeing requirements, etc.): Proposed IJA Rule Book change: Reason for proposed change: Name Address City, State, Zip Phone Cell: Address I am an IJA judge I am a competitor yes no yes no Thank you for your input Please mail to: FOSH - IJA Director of Judges 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St.Louis, MO ddlittle@telus.net Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-8

10 Appendix 4: Forms AP403: IJA Judge Evaluation Form Show: Manager: Judge: Location: Date: Number of Classes in Show: Profile *Satisfaction Level High Low Partial I was a Competitor I competed in classes I observed classes I was a Spectator I was Show Manager I was a show official I observed classes I observed classes I observed classes *Please explain the reasons for your satisfaction level. (use reverse if necessary) Rating: Based upon your observations and knowledge of show rules and breed standards please rate this judge on the following characteristics. Use a rating scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being the highest. List the strengths of this judge s performance: Judge Experience Training Knowledge of IJA Rules Knowledge of Gaits Professionalism Speed in Judging Decision making Ability Overall Rating Rating List the weaknesses of this judge s performance: Did you observe specific incidents where the judge did not follow the show rules or adhere to the breed standard as outlined in the show rules? Yes No (If yes, please elaborate use reverse if necessary) Name Telephone Breed Thank you for your input Please mail completed form to: FOSH - IJA Director of Judges 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St.Louis, MO ddlittle@telus.net Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-9

11 Appendix 4: Forms AP403a REQUEST FOR IJA GUEST JUDGE CARD I am requesting that a one-time-use IJA Guest Judge Card be issued for: (Judge s Name) (Phone number) Mailing Address City State Zip Who presently holds a license with: (organization) license #: This card is to be used for the (Name of show) to be held on at (Date(s) of show) (Name of Facility) in (City) (State) (Zip) Show Manager Phone: Address: City: State Zip I understand that in order for my show to be eligible for the FOSH Regional High Point Program and to receive status as a sanctioned show that my judge, if not licensed with the Independent Judges Association, must have been issued a guest card by IJA for this show. This card is valid only for the show for which it has been issued. Show Manager s Signature Date: I understand that this IJA Guest Judge Card has a $50 fee and my check is attached hereto. Please mail completed form to: FOSH - IJA Director of Judges 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St.Louis, MO ddlittle@telus.net Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-10

12 Appendix 4: Forms AP403B ija after action report Name: Telephone: Name of Show: Location of Show: Date of Show: Name of Show Manager: Number of Classes You Judged Number of Walking Classes Number of all other gaited classes Number of non-gaited classes Your general comments about this show Were you asked to judge classes that were not in the IJA rulebook? Yq N q Did the manager provide you the rules for these classes 30 days before the show as required? Y q N q Were the arrangements made for your meals, transportation and fees satisfactory? Y q N q If no, explain: Were you paid your fee in a timely fashion? Y q N q If no, explain: Would you recommend that this show be sanctioned next year? Y q N q If no, why? Were you required to turn any horses back to the DQP? Y q N q If yes, explain Did you have ties questioned or protested? Y q N q Were the questions or protests satisfactorily resolved? Y q N q If no, explain Any other comments about this show: Signed Date Must be returned within 14 days of a judging assignment to FOSH - IJA Director of Judges 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St.Louis, MO ddlittle@telus.net Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-11

13 Appendix 4: Forms AP403c Ija apprentice judge evaluation form Apprentice judge Evaluating judge Please circle 1. The candidate was on time Yes No. The candidate was properly attired Yes No 3. The candidate knew the IJA Rules Yes No 4. The candidate watched the entire class Yes No 5. The candidate spotted tack and attire infractions (if any) Yes No 6. The candidate understood gait Yes No 7. The candidate recognized horses that were not gaiting correctly Yes No In my opinion the candidate requires: (please circle) a. More experience and training Yes No b. Greater knowledge of the rules Yes No c. Greater knowledge of gait Yes No d. Increased speed in judging classes Yes No e. Decreased speed in judging classes Yes No f. Increased confidence Yes No g. Increased ability to make decisions Yes No Could the candidate verbally defend the placing? Yes No Was there any class in which he/she did not follow rules or adhere to breed standards? List two strengths of this candidate List any weaknesses of this candidate Overall, were you satisfied with the way this candidate placed the classes? Yes No Partially Evaluating Judge Signature Date Please mail completed form to: IFOSH - IJA Director of Judges 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St.Louis, MO ddlittle@telus.net Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-1

14 AP404 FORM FOR PROTESTS AND COMPLAINTS To submit a Protest or Complaint alleging a violation of IJA Rules, this form must be filled out completely, appropriate fees (currently $100) must be included and the Protest or Complaint must meet all other applicable requirements set forth in Chapter 7 and other relevant IJA Rules. A Protest shall be submitted to Show Management, and a Complaint should be mailed to Friends of Sound Horses, Inc, 6614 Clayton Rd, #105, St. Louis, MO Protest or Complaint Sanctioned Show: held on (dates) Complainant s Name: Complainant s Status: Person who has signed an entry form Show Official Show Management Cite Section (s) of IJA Rules allegedly violated: Appendix 4: Forms List individuals who witnessed or were involved in the events supporting the allegations: Attach as an exhibit to this form a comprehensive description of the relevant circumstances and facts supporting the allegations. I hereby certify that the information contained in this form is to the best of my knowledge, an accurate statement of the events described herein. Complainant s signature Date signed Address and phone number of Complainant The following is to be completed only by Show Management for Protests: Received by Show Management on at the following time: Date and Time Sanctioned Show Ended: The following is to be completed only by the Hearing Board for Complaints: Received by the Hearing Board on Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-13

15 AP405 FOSH Inspection Program Request to Affiliate Horse Show In order to obtain the services of a USDA Certified FOSH DQP for your show, this application form and a check for fifty dollars ($50) must be received at the above address a minimum of 60 days prior to the event. Please include a copy of the show bill or premium book if available. Dates of the Event Name of the Event Event Address City State Zip Title of Sponsoring Organization Point of Contact of Organization Name Event Manager Phone ( ) Address City Name State Zip Event Secretary Phone ( ) Address City Appendix 4: Forms State Zip Number of Classes Anticipated # of Class Entries Anticipated # of horses Sanctioning Body As the responsible party applying for affiliation of this equine event with FOSH, I agree to abide by all the rules of the FOSH Inspection Program, and the federal law known as the Horse Protection Act insofar as they apply to record keeping, cooperation with officials and presentation of material and location for inspections. I understand that FOSH will NOT inspect horses wearing hoof bands and that the show bill must indicate that both hoof bands and stacks are prohibited. I agree that the event committee at the conclusion of the show will pay the expenses for each individual DQP(S), including the daily stipend ($5), per diem ($5), mileage (current rate allowed by IRS), actual tolls and parking fees, directly to the individual inspector(s). I understand that these are the standard and also the maximum fees that the inspector may charge. I understand that the arrangements for hotel accommodations and air travel (if necessary) are the direct financial responsibility of the event committee and that these arrangements need to be made in advance with the individual DQP(s). I acknowledge that the HPA requires that a second DQP be hired if it is anticipated that there will be more than 150 class entries at the event on any given day of the show. In the event that there are more than 150 class entries on a given day, and only one DQP has been hired, he/she will receive an additional $5.00 per entry over 150. I acknowledge receipt of the FOSH Responsibilities of Show Management, and further acknowledge that the show is required by the USDA to provide clerical support for the DQP(s) for the entire duration of the show. Responsible Party Signature Date / / Printed Name Phone ( ) Address City State Zip Return Form to: FOSH Attention HIO Coordinator 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St.Louis, MO Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-14

16 Appendix 4: Forms AP405a Responsibilities of Event Management Supplement to Request to Affiliate Event Abide by all the requirements of the Horse Protection Act and its regulations. Affiliation with Friends of Sound Horses [FOSH] must be noted on the show bill. The program or show bill must note that hoof bands and/or stacks are prohibited. Identity of the DQP is not to be disclosed beforehand to the participants. Should USDA personnel arrive at the event, access to records or any other services that they may require within the performance of their official duties must be complied with. Insure that a representative of show management is readily available to the DQP in event of disqualifications or need to summon law enforcement personnel. Show management must abide by the decisions of the DQP and/or VMO. In the event that a horse is disqualified post-show, winnings must be forfeited and the class retied. Set aside a sufficient space for both the inspection area and a secure holding area, which is viewable by the DQP from the inspection area. Provide at least cones per DQP to facilitate the inspection process. Provide shelter from the elements for the inspection area Provide appropriate lighting of the inspection and holding areas if the event continues past sunset. Provide clerical support for the DQP in the inspection area for the duration of the event. Provide an observer to oversee the holding area if the DQP is called away from the inspection area for any reason - this individual can be the clerical support noted above. Provide sufficient table and chairs for the DQP(s) and clerical support. Provide a minimum of a ½ hour lunch and dinner break for the DQP, depending upon the duration of the show. Provide a completed class sheet for each class to the DQP prior to commencing inspections for a given class. At a minimum, this sheet must contain: Class # and title Entry #, Horse s registered name, breed Exhibitor s name and address, Owner s name and address, trainer s name and address The DQP is required to retain their copy of the class sheets as part of their paperwork. Payment of the agreed upon DQP(s) fee, mileage and per diem is to be made directly to the DQP(s) immediately following the conclusion of the event. Hotel lodging and air-line travel arrangements are the direct responsibility of show management, and arrangement for payment of these items should be directly with the hotel or airline in advance. Inspections All breeds of horses present at an event must be inspected before their class. The DQP may only inspect horses up to classes before they are exhibited. All horses tied first must be report for post-show inspection immediately after leaving the show ring. The judge, DQP, other show officials, or USDA officials may require additional horses to be inspected as they deem necessary. Failure to report for re-inspection is a serious offense. Only the exhibitor and one groom are permitted to accompany the horse in the holding area. No aerosol cans, containers of unidentifiable contents, totes, boxes, or grooming products are permitted in the inspection or holding areas. All articles brought into the inspection and/or holding area must be inspected by the DQP. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-15

17 Appendix 4: Forms AP406 Show Management After Event Report We hope that you were satisfied with the inspection services provided by FOSH. As the responsible party that requested affiliation with FOSH for this event, please forward this completed report to the above address within thirty (30) days following the completion of the event. Name of show Location Inclusive Dates Judge(s): Show Manager Name Phone # Show Secretary Name Phone # Total Number of classes offered Actually held Total number of class entries DQP(s) in attendance: Total monies your event paid to the DQP(s) for stipend, per diem & mileage. Total cost of lodging and airline tickets provide for the DQP(s) $ $ Were there any deviations from the HPA or FOSH inspection protocols reported to you? Yes No Were the DQP(s) in an identifiable uniform during the event? Yes No Were the DQP(s) courteous in dealings with the exhibitors? Yes No Did the DQP(s) show up for the event at least 1 hour before starting time? Yes No Did the inspections appear to be complete, through, and consistent? Yes No Did the inspection requirements unduly impede the flow of the show? Yes No Were there any complaints about the DQP or inspection process from the exhibitors? Yes No If there were any horses excused for a violation, was it handled well? Yes No Would you consider using this inspection program in the future? Yes No Please provide your comments especially for any concerns noted above Name Phone # Signature Date / / Address City State Zip Return Form to: FOSH Attention HIO Coordinator 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St.Louis, MO Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-16

18 Appendix 4: Forms AP406a To be Filed if you did not use a certified HIO Federal Regulations (9CFR, Part 11, Section 11.4 requires management of any horse show, exhibition, sale or auction containing Tennessee Walking Horses or racking horses to report the following information to the USDA Officials within five (5) days following conclusion of the event. The report may be completed by using the form below or a similar one. Date of the Event: Location: Name of Sponsoring Organization: Address: Name of Show Manager: Address: Name of Judge: Address: Total number of Horses Excused or Disqualified: I certify that the information in this report is correct and was taken from records on file. Regulations (Section 11.1) require records to be maintained at least 90 days. Show Manager Date Additional Information Requested: Mail to: USDA, APHIS, REAG, Animal Care 4700 River Road, Unit 84 Riverdale, MD 0737 Tele: ; fax: ace@aphis.usda.gov Number of Entries in show: Number of Horses in show: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-17

19 Appendix 4: Forms AP407 Request for Certification as a DQP for FOSH Page 1 of Instructions: Please complete this application form in total. The responses must be legible and typed or in ink for acceptance. This form will become part of a permanent record for each applicant Applying for Certification with the FOSH Inspection Program, does not guarantee that your license will be granted by FOSH. All DQP applicants for certification must attend an initial DQP training session approved by the USDA. They must also pass a written examination prior to apprenticeship and/or certification as a licensed FOSH DQP. Requirements for initial DQP certification are established by the USDA and include a minimum of 14 hours of training. The FOSH inspection program requires a minimum of apprenticeships at a FOSH affiliated event under the supervision of a FOSH licensed DQP. Renewal of your license requires 4 hours of continuing education annually. Personal Information (please print) Name Date of Birth / / Address City State Zip Phone:( ) - Cell:( ) Prior Certification as a DQP: Yes No if yes list HIO and dates If Yes Why are you seeking to change your affiliation?. Prior experience in the equine industry which you feel qualifies you for consideration? 3. Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Yes No 4. Have you ever been convicted of any charge of animal abuse? Yes No If So, details 5. Have you ever been convicted or entered into a consent decree for a violation of the federal statute known as the Horse Protection Act (HPA)? Yes No If so when? Details 6._Have you ever served a suspension adjudged by a certified HIO for a violation which comes under the parameters of the Horse Protection Act (HPA)? Yes No Date Details Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-18

20 Appendix 4: Forms AP407 Request for Certification as a DQP for FOSH Page of 7._Are you l able to perform repetitive bending and picking up of horses feet in order to perform the required inspection of horses feet in the enforcement of the HPA? Yes No 8.Why are you interested in pursuing certification as a FOSH DQP? References Please provide at least two reference including names, mailing addresses and phone numbers. One reference must be able to speak to your ability to work around horses, and one reference must be able to speak to your character. NAME: Phone: ( ) Address: City State Zip NAME: Phone: ( ) Address: City State Zip By signature below, it is my desire to request certification and licensure as a DQP inspector with FOSH. If my application is accepted and license is issued, I agree to abide by guidelines of the USDA/APHIS while performing inspections. I further agree to review any and all materials and clarify areas of uncertainty with resources available to myself prior to inspection of any and all FOSH affiliated events and horses present. Materials, at a minimum, will include the Horse Protection Act and Regulations, FOSH Inspection Program Rule Book, Horse Protection Training Manual, Horse Protection Inspection Manual, and other materials received during training session and/or for home study. Resources available to myself to enhance my training abilities include, but are not limited to, USDA VMOs, Horse Protection Coordinators, and Deputy Administrator, FOSH licensed DQPs, and FOSH Inspection Program Administration persons. I further agree that I am capable and willing to determine the difference between Horse Protection issues, state regulations/law, and humane issues. I understand that inspection services provided by myself will relate strictly to the issues addressed as violations under the Horse Protection Act. As a FOSH licensed DQP, I agree to provide inspection services according to guidelines of instruction and within the scope of my capabilities to the best of my abilities. I agree to document possible violations by procedure(s) as instructed and will forward all information regarding potential violations as directed within prescribed time limits. All records post inspection of an event will be maintained per myself for permanent record keeping by FOSH Inspection Program administration. Required documentation will be sent as directed within 7 hours of the conclusion of the event, as required by the USDA. I further certify, that I either completed an approved USDA training session or (in case of a previously licensed DQP - that I will complete the continuing education requirements for (year) to be outlined by the FOSH Program Administrator). / / Date Signature Conflict of Interest Statement: I certify by my signature that I understand that I may not examine horses for compliance with the HPA that are owned, trained, or exhibited by members of my immediate family, to include step siblings, in-laws, former spouses or persons that could be characterized as significant others, or members of my immediate household. I also understand that I may not be convicted of any felony or have been convicted of any charges related to cruelty to animals of any sort. I further attest that I do not engage in any training practices that would be considered to be illegal under the Horse Protection Act, nor contrary to the principles of Friends of Sound Horses (FOSH). / / Date Signature All FOSH DQP s are strongly encouraged to be FOSH members. In lieu of a DQP application fee, please complete the enclosed FOSH membership form. Return this application to: FOSH Attention HIO Coordinator 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St.Louis, MO Examination Score Initial 14 hours of training completed 4 Hours Refresher training completed Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-19

21 Appendix 4: Forms AP 408 JUDGING AGREEMENT (Sample) I,, agree to judge the (Judge s name) show to be held on (name of show), at (date) (location) I agree to perform these judging duties in exchange for the fee of $ per show day, plus travel expenses, including round trip air and/or ground transportation to the show, lodging and meals. I further agree that if I can not fulfill this contract either for circumstances under my personal control (including but not limited to medical or family reasons) or circumstances beyond my personal control (including but not limited to natural disaster, political unrest, armed conflict, etc.), I will provide the show ample notice, if I myself have received prior notice of any such circumstance(s). Further, if I can not and do not judge the show for any reason under my personal control, I agree to reimburse the show for any expenses they have incurred on my behalf prior to my cancellation of this contract. The Show Committee or the representative of the show committee who has signed this contract, agrees that if the show committee or any member of the show committee cancels the contract for any reason under their control (excluding a natural disaster, political unrest, armed conflict, etc.), the show committee will reimburse the above judge for any expenses that judge has already incurred on behalf of the show. In addition, the show committee or person acting on behalf of the show committee further agrees that if the show committee or representative of the show committee cancels this contract for any reasons under their control, the contracted judge will be compensated at 50 percent of the contracted amount agreed to above. If the contract is cancelled by either party as the result of circumstances beyond that party s control (including but not limited to a natural disaster, political unrest, armed conflict, etc.), both parties will negotiate a fair settlement of expenses already incurred. In the case of purchased airfare, both parties will determine if any remaining airfare may be used for the benefit of either party. In such cases both parties will negotiate a fair settlement. Signature of Judge Date Address City State Zip Signature of Show Manager Date Address City State Zip Please return one signed copy to the Show Manager and retain one copy for your records. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-0

22 Appendix 4: Forms AP408a JUDGING AGREEMENT (Sample) I,, agree to judge (Judge s name) the show to be (name of show) held on, at (date) (location). I agree to perform these judging duties in exchange for the fee of $ per show day, plus travel expenses, including round trip air and/or ground transportation to the show, lodging and meals. Date: Signature of Judge: Address: Date: Signature of Show Manager: Address: Please return one signed copy to the Show Manager and retain one copy for your records. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-1

23 Appendix 5: Forms IJA Individual Evaluation for EquiTheater Exhibitor Number Entertainment - 60% EquiTheater is intended to be SCORE & COMMENTS ENTERTAINING. It is not a performance based class. Song, Routine, and Costuming ( G rated) 10 points Performing a skit 10 points Choreography of skit synchronized to music 10 points Performing to Audience 10 points Music matches the story line 10 points Costume must be in character 10 points Performance - 40% The rules and required moves are SCORE & COMMENTS simple to encourage everybody to play and have FUN. Provides the opportunity for the entire gaits, going both directions audience to view the horse in motion, showing the costume and action from both sides (Riding on the rail, in reining or figure 8 patterns is highly 0 points discouraged.) Balanced use of space available The routine should have a balanced appearance. Always perform in front of the audience! Riding on the rail, in reining or figure 8 patterns is highly 10 points discouraged. STOP BACK 5 points 5 points At any time or place in the routine At any time or place in the routine TOTAL 100 points TOTAL Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-

24 Appendix 5: Judging Forms OGB Drill Team Competition - Inspection and Free Drill Exhibitor Inspection - 0% Horse Cleanliness Manners Uniformity of Appearance (color, size, grooming) Tack Cleanliness Uniformity Attractiveness Adjustments (curb chains, etc) Uniform Cleanliness Uniformity Attractiveness Free Drill 60% Alignment - Spacing Briskness - Precision Coordination and Timing - Variety of Patterns Degree of difficulty Speed Gaits selection and variety Transition and flow Horsemanship Overall Entertainment - 0% TOTAL Penalties Time (-3 per minute or portion) Horse Rider Collision (-15) Off Course - Discretionary TOTAL 6 Points 7 Points 7 Points 10 Points 10 Points 10 Points 10 Points 10 Points 10 Points 0 Points 100 Points -3/min or portion -15 points Score Comments Additional Comments Judge: Date Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-3

25 Appendix 5: Judging Forms OGB Drill Team Competition - Free Drill Only Exhibitor Entertainment 30% Costumes Uniformity and look Choreography Choice of music Overall entertainment value Theme Uniqueness Audience appeal Horsemanship 0% Rider Seat Hands Control Attitude Horse Manners and behavior Attitude Suitability as a Drill Team Horse Way of Going Drill 50% Alignment Briskness Coordination and Timing Degree of Difficulty Gaits selection and variety Spacing Transition and Flow Variety Precision Speed TOTAL Penalties Time (3 per minute) Horse Rider Collision (-15) TOTAL 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 100 points -3/min -15 points Score Comments Additional Comments Judge: Date Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-4

26 Appendix 5: Judging Forms Trail Trial Supplied by Event Management Competitors - map and instructions, score card listing obstacles Judges - General Instructions Standard for Specific Obstacle List of Competitors Standards Used on Score Sheet 0 - Perfect - no discernible mistakes 1 - Above average - very minor mistakes - Adequate job - obvious mistakes 3 - Made an effort - skills need development 4 - No success: obstacle beyond team s skill level 4 - Bypassed obstacle 4 - Refusal - horse moves feet away from the obstacle. Snorting and looking not refusals 3 attempts allowed 8 points per refusal Cinch Check failure to execute will be points. Jumping on, into, off of, through, or over any obstacle, unless required to do so, is a major fault. Standards for Judging Obstacles Leading: Horse to follow willingly, not crowding or lagging Excess rope held in the non-leading hand The horse with a halter and lead rope, not reins, except: Halter-bridle - the rein must be unclipped from the bit rings and correctly fastened to the leading-ring of the halter bridle. Bosal [Spanish hackamore] and a mecate, or snaffle bridle and a mecate - the mecate tied into a leading-hitch Western bridle with a bosal and mecate [under bridle] - lead by mecate Western Saddles - reins secured to the horn Saddles without horns - reins knotted and/or appropriately secured Stirrups without fenders (English, Endurance, Australian, etc.) - secure by running stirrups up leathers, or by crossing over the saddle Ground handling the horse through challenging terrain secure a safe position before negotiating obstacle. Mounting Cinch check required before mounting The stirrup need not be laid over saddle seat Horse stands quietly not moving Style not important smooth and does unbalance horse Reins must be held in hand Dismounting Horse stands quietly not moving Style of the dismount not important must be smooth and not unbalance horse Dismount must not unbalance the horse. Reins must be held in hand Water crossing The horse walks quietly through the water Horses will not be penalized for stopping to drink Horses will not be penalized for acknowledging the obstacle before entering Uphill Cinch check and breast collar (if applicable) required before beginning ascent Horse negotiates slope in a safe manner. Rider maintains center of balance. Mane or neck may be held to secure the forward position. Horse may stop to blow, as needed at rider s discretion Stop on uphill If sufficient room, rider shall position horse so all hooves are on ground that is as level as possible. Location shall be clearly marked on the directions provided competitors Riders shall NEVER position horse with haunches toward a drop off Downhill Cinch check and crupper (if applicable) required before beginning descent Horse negotiates slope in a safe manner Rider maintains center of balance Hand on the saddle may be used for support, but must not unbalance horse Horse may stop to blow, as needed at rider s discretion Stop on Downhill If sufficient room, the rider shall position horse so all hooves are on ground is as level as possible Location clearly marked on directions provided competitors Riders NEVER position horse with haunches toward a drop off Stepover A forward motion obstacle Horse looks at obstacle and proceeds carefully, avoiding striking the obstacle Size of horse relative to obstacle to be considered. Small horses NOT penalized for hopping tall stepovers, if obstacle negotiated calmly Consecutive in stride stopovers - obstacles no higher than about 1 inches Bridge Horse crosses quietly at a walk Horse may acknowledge the obstacle before starting to cross Horse steps on and off bridge quietly Gate Gate may be negotiated either mounted or dismounted The horse/rider combination moves quietly and deliberately Hoof check Drag or Pull Objective - a safe leg pick up; cue not important Cinch check required before taking the rope or drag obstacle Horse stands quietly not moving in hand If horse is held, letting go of the lead rope will be penalized. Rope - held or dallied - no tying hard and fast Excess rope e held in the hand, NOT working hand Wrapping rope around working hand - severely penalized Rider looks at obstacle and direction Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-5

27 Appendix 5: Judging Forms Horse stands quietly during preparation Horse pulls or drags obstacle quietly and under control Horse or rider should never become entangled in the rope Standing tied Horses - tied with approved equipment in a safe location for all Horse stands quietly Stationary Obstacle Rider maintains control as horse acknowledges obstacle Example - slickers, balloons, maps, trash, etc. Moving Obstacle Rider maintains control as horse acknowledges obstacle Example - backpackers, bicycles, baby strollers, vehicles and carts Safety of all parties always of prime importance Cinch Check Pass (0 points) or fail ( points) Required before any obstacle that puts stress on the saddle (mounting, hills, pulling and/or dragging) Only one per obstacle From saddle or ground (then judged on mount and dismount) On Course Rider follows directions as given and stays on course. Excessive response, avoidance or rider s misunderstanding of direction will be penalized. Competitor remains within the marked boundaries of the obstacle. Off Course - avoiding or going outside marked boundaries Bypass or Disqualify Safety and common sense are always be of prime importance It is the participant s responsibility to bypass any obstacle beyond their skill level. The team has three opportunities to attempt an obstacle; demerits to be assessed for each attempt. After the horse refuses three times the rider is disqualified for this obstacle and receives full penalty points (4 points) Coaching Coaching - any verbal, gesture or implied assistance to a rider on course full penalty points (4) assessed Awareness Rider awareness Attention to directions keeping horse a safe distance from judge Evaluates obstacle for potential problems before proceeding Horse awareness Fault - spooking, shying, or spinning Fault - unaware - just going through the motions Horse clips or stumbles due to of lack of awareness Horses Response to Aids/Cues Responds to aids/cues correctly Approaches obstacle as asked Rider s Control Maintains control of the horse with reins or lead rope Knows HOW to cue horse to execute obstacles Aids not to strong Aids do not create an overreaction from horse Keeps horse under control if horse shies or spooks Balance for rider and horse Rider Does not lean excessively forward, back or sideways. Uphill - rider leans slightly forward with legs balanced underneath, not hitting horse s flanks or back of cantle Downhill - rider leans slightly back. Horse Balanced while negotiating obstacles Downhill - hindquarters are under horse: horse does not lean on forehand Stepovers - picks up feet; avoids clipping and stumbling (slight brush okay) Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-6

28 Appendix 6 and 6A: Proposed and Confirmed Rule Changes Appendix 6: Proposed Future Rule Changes 1. Shoes - to further restrict the size of allowable shoes. The Shoeing Regulations for each Gaited Breeds included in the IJA Rule book vary. However, all gaited breeds included in the IJA Rule book must adhere to the parameters as stated in Article 4.. Reduction in maximum toe length see Appendix 6A for change effective January 1, Expansion of Dressage Tests for cantering and non cantering breeds 4. Addition of specific rules for other gaited breeds 5. Reduction in shank length of bit All interested parties are invited to comment on any of the Proposed Future Rule Changes or to submit any Rule Change they feel would benefit the IJA Rule Book. Submit all comments to IJA Director of Judges. NOTE: See Appendix 6A for Confirmed Rule Changes Appendix 6A: Confirmed Rule Changes Notice to all Exhibitors: The following IJA Rule Changes have been voted upon and accepted by the FOSH Board of Directors and will be implemented on the stated dates. Effective January 1, 011: As of January 1, 011 the maximum shoe allowed at all FOSH sanctioned shows and for all breeds included in the IJA Rule Book is the Lite Shoe as described in Chapter 4. The 1 inch shoe will no longer be acceptable in any class for any breed included in this rule book. Effective January 1, 008: As of January 1, 008, Two Year Olds will not be shown under saddle. They will not be ridden in any class. Show managers may choose (and are strongly encouraged) to put the above rule into effect January 1, 007. Notice to exhibitors of Tennessee Walking Horses, Spotted Saddle Horses, Racking Horses and Missouri Fox Trotters: The maximum toe length including the shoe will be 4.5 inches for all Tennessee Walking Horses, Spotted Saddle Horses, Racking Horses and Missouri Fox Trotters. Show managers may choose (and are strongly encouraged) to put the above rule into effect January 1, 007. NOTE: See Appendix 6 for Proposed Future Rule Changes that have not been accepted. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-7

29 Appendix 7: Dressage Tests and Patterns IJA Dressage Tests - Effective January 1, 011 Gait Dressage Test A Gait Dressage Test B Gait Dressage Test C Gait Dressage Test D Gait Dressage Test E Introductory Level Test 1 English Introductory Level Test 1 Western Introductory Level Test English Introductory Level Test Western Introductory Level Test 3 English Introductory Level Test 3 Western Introductory Level Test 4 English Introductory Level Test 4 Western Training Level Test 1 English Training Level Test 1 Western Training Level Test English Training Level Test Western Training Level Test 3 English Training Level Test 3 Western Training Level Test 4 English Training Level Test 4 Western First Level Dressage Test 1 English First Level Dressage Test 1 Western First Level Dressage Test English First Level Dressage Test Western First Level Dressage Test 3 English First Level Dressage Test 3 Western First Level Dressage Test 4 English First Level Dressage Test 4 Western First Level Dressage Test 5 English First Level Dressage Test 5 Western Second Level Dressage Test 1 Second Level Dressage Test 1 Western Second Level Dressage Test Second Level Dressage Test Western Second Level Dressage Test 3 Second Level Dressage Test 3 Western Second Level Dressage Test 4 Second Level Dressage Test 4 Western Gait Freestyle Training Level English/Western Gait Freestyle First Level English/Western 3 Gait Freestyle First Level English Additional tests may be added throughout the year. For electronic versions of tests and for the complete IJA Dressage Rules visit the FOSH website at: OR Contact: FOSH - IJA Director of Judges 6614 Clayton Rd #105 St. Louis, MO ddlittle@telus.net Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Section 4-8

30 two gait dressage tests - english & western tests A, B, c, d, & e

31 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the intermediate gait to and from the halt and working walk may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. 016 IJA Gait Dressage Test A The IJA Gait Dressage Tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks do not address the quality or correctness of the intermediate saddle gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk as these gaits are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 3:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 C Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition E B Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider K D F Final Score A Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

32 1. IJA Gait DRESSAGE TEST A 01 Exhibitor No: The purpose of the Gait Introductory Level tests is to introduce the horse and rider to the basic principles of Dressage and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 3.30 MINS MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 COEFFICIENT TEST GUIDELINES POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS A Between D & Enter Working Walk Halt & Salute Proceed at Working Walk Straightness on center line Steadiness Immobility Transition. C Track left Straightness Depth & Roundness of Turn 3. Between H & E Develop Intermediate Gait Transition Quality of Gait 4. E Circle Left 0 M Diameter Straight Ahead Roundness of circle Steadiness of Gait 5. A Working Walk Transition 6. FH Free Walk on a long rein Relaxation & Stretch Freedom of Gait 7. H Working Walk Transition Steadiness adjusting to aids 8. C Halt 5 seconds Proceed Working Walk Transition into & out of Halt Immobility 9. Between M & B Develop Intermediate Gait Transition Quality of Gait 10. B Circle Right 0 M Diameter Straight Ahead Roundness of circle Steadiness of Gait 11. A Down centerline Halt, salute. Leave arena in free walk on a long rein Quality of turn Straightness Immobility at Halt Transitions into & out of halt Leave arena at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) COEFFICIENT Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

33 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the intermediate gait to and from the halt and working walk may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA Gait Dressage Test B The IJA Gait Dressage Tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks do not address the quality or correctness of the intermediate saddle gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk as these gaits are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 3:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

34 IJA Gait DRESSAGE TEST B 01 Exhibitor No: The purpose of the Gait introductory level tests is to introduce the horse and rider to the basic principles of Dressage and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 3.30 MINS MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 A C COEFFICIENT TEST GUIDELINES POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter Working Walk Straightness on center line Halt & Salute Transitions in & out of Halt Proceed at Working Walk Steadiness Immobility at Halt Track right Quality of turn at C. Free Walk on Long Rein MK Working Walk K 3. A Halt 5 seconds Proceed Working Walk 4. FH Develop intermediate Gait 5. C Circle Right 0M diameter 6. B Turn Right E Turn Left Relaxation and Stretch Freedom pf Gait Response to aids Immobility Transitions Transition, Quality of Gait Acceptance of Aids Roundness of Circle Steadiness of Gait Acceptance of Aids Quality of Turns 7. A Circle Left 0 M Diameter Roundness of Circle Steadiness of Gait 8. Between F & B Develop Working Walk Transition Quality of Gait 9. B Turn Left Acceptance of Aids Turn Right Quality of Turns Down centerline Immobility 10. G Halt, salute. Leave arena Transition free walk on a long rein Leave arena at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: COEFFICIENT Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

35 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the intermediate gait to and from the halt and working walk may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA Gait Dressage Test C The IJA Gait Dressage Tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks do not address the quality or correctness of the intermediate saddle gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk as these gaits are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 3:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

36 IJA Gait DRESSAGE TEST C 01 Exhibitor No: The purpose of the Gait introductory level tests is to introduce the horse and rider to the basic principles of Dressage and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 3.30 MINS MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 COEFFICIENT TEST GUIDELINES POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1. A Enter Intermediate Gait Straightness on center line Steadiness of Gait. C Halt & Salute Proceed Intermediate Gait Track Left Transitions Immobility Quality of turn at C 3. HF Change rein across Diagonal Quality of Gait A Circle Right 0 M Diameter Roundness of circle 4. Steadiness of Gait A Working Walk Transition KM Change Rein Relaxation & stretch 5. Free Walk on Long Rein Freedom of Gait M Working Walk Acceptance of Aids 6. C Intermediate Gait Transition Quality of Gait 7. A Circle Left 0M Diameter 8. FH Change Rein across Diagonal 9. MF Intermediate Gait on Half Diagonals Roundness of Circle Quality of Gait Acceptance of Aids Balance in Curves 10. A G Down centerline Halt, salute. Leave arena free walk on a long rein Quality of turn at A Transition Immobility Leave arena at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

37 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the intermediate gait to and from the halt and working walk may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA gait Dressage Test D The IJA Gait Dressage Tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks do not address the quality or correctness of the intermediate saddle gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk as these gaits are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M). TIME AVERAGE: 4:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 30 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

38 IJA Gait DRESSAGE TEST D 01 Exhibitor No: The purpose of the Gait Introductory Level tests is to introduce the horse and rider to the basic principles of Dressage and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 4:30 MINS MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 30 COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A C Enter intermediate gait Halt, Salute Track right Proceed intermediate Gait MF Half diagonals Intermediate gait Straightness Immobility Transitions Quality of turn Freedom of gait Balance, Bend 3 AC Serpentine of loops width of arena 4 C Working walk C Circle left 0meters 5 C Halt 5 seconds Proceed working walk Rhythm, Tempo Bend, Size & Shape of loops Transition Willingness to move forward Roundness,Bend Balance in transitions Immobility Responsiveness to aids Relaxation & Stretch 6 HK Free walk half diagonals on long rein K Working walk Transitions 7 A Circle left 0meters Roundness, Bend 8 A Halt 5 seconds Proceed working walk Balance in transition Immobility Responsiveness 9 B Intermediate gait Transition Quality of gait 10 HF Change rein Intermediate gait Balance, Tempo Quality of gait 11 A Down centerline Straightness 1 Halt, Salute Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) COEFFICIENT Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

39 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the intermediate gait to and from the halt and working walk may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA gait Dressage Test E The IJA Gait Dressage Tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks do not address the quality or correctness of the intermediate saddle gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk as these gaits are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M). TIME AVERAGE: 4:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 30 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition E B Name and Number of Horse K D F Name of Rider A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

40 IJA Gait DRESSAGE TEST E - 01 Exhibitor No: The purpose of the Gait Introductory Level tests is to introduce the horse and rider to the basic principles of Dressage and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 4:30 MINS MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 30 1 A COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter intermediate gait Halt, Salute Proceed intermediate gait Straightness Immobility Transitions C Track right Quality of turn Willingness to move forward 3 B Turn right Balance in turn 4 Circle right 0M. Quality of gait Roundness, Bend 5 Circle left 0M Quality of gait Roundness, Bend 6 E Track left Quality of turn Willingness to move forward 7 Between K and A Working walk Transition Responsiveness to aids 8 AC Serpentine of loops width of arena Rhythm, Tempo Bend, Size and Shape of loops 9 C Halt 5 seconds Proceed working walk 10 MF F Free walk on half diagonals on long rein Working walk 11 A Intermediate gait Transitions Balance in transition Immobility Responsiveness to aids Relaxation and Stretch 1 KM Change rein Intermediate gait Rhythm, Tempo Straightness 13 E Turn left Turn left Balance in turns Willingness to move forward 14 G Halt Salute Leave arena walking out at A Transition Immobility COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) COEFFICIENT Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Total Points:

41 Introductory level tests Introductory Level Test 1 English Introductory Level Test 1 Western Introductory Level Test English Introductory Level Test Western Introductory Level Test 3 English Introductory Level Test 3 Western Introductory Level Test 4 English Introductory Level Test 4 Western

42 Independent Judges Association 016 GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. Introductory Level Dressage Test 1 ENGLISH The introductory level tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk which is common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 3 minutes 40 seconds ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes 40 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 00 C Name of Competition H M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

43 IJA INTRODUCTORY LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the introductory level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL: (0M 40M) Time Average: 3 minutes 40 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 00 STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 4 minutes 40 seconds COEFFICIENT 1 A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on centerline Quality of gait; Transitions Immobility Enter Working Walk Halt, Salute Proceed working walk C Track left Willingness to move forward Quality of turn 3 E Circle left 0 m Quality of gait Roundness; Bend 4 A Halt 5 seconds Proceed working walk Balance & smoothness of transitions Immobility 5 FH Change rein Develop free walk on long rein Working walk Relaxation and Stretch Freedom of gait H 6 B Circle right 0m Quality of gait Roundness; Bend Responsiveness to aids 7 A Halt 5 seconds Proceed working walk Transitions Immobility 8 KM Change rein Develop free walk on long rein Working walk Relaxation and Stretch Freedom of gait M Responsiveness to aids 9 E Turn left Quality and balance of turn Steadiness of tempo and gait 10 Turn left Quality and balance of turn Steadiness of tempo and gait 11 G Halt, Salute Transitions Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: COEFFICIENT Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

44 Independent Judges Association 016 GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C Introductory Level Dressage Test 1 WESTERN The introductory level tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk which is common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 3 minutes 40 seconds ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes 40 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 00 H M Name of Competition Date of Competition E B Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider K F Final Score Points Percent A Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

45 IJA INTRODUCTORY LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the introductory level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL: (0M 40M) Time Average: 3 minutes 40 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 00 STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 4 minutes 40 seconds COEFFICIENT 1 A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on centerline Quality of gait; Transitions Immobility Enter Working Walk Halt, Salute Proceed working walk C Track left Willingness to move forward Quality of turn 3 E Circle left 0 m Quality of gait Roundness; Bend 4 A Halt 5 seconds Proceed working walk Balance & smoothness of transitions Immobility 5 FH Change rein Develop free walk on long rein Working walk Relaxation and Stretch Freedom of gait H 6 B Circle right 0m Quality of gait Roundness; Bend Responsiveness to aids 7 A Halt 5 seconds Proceed working walk Transitions Immobility 8 KM Change rein Develop free walk on long rein Working walk Relaxation and Stretch Freedom of gait M Responsiveness to aids 9 E Turn left Quality and balance of turn Steadiness of tempo and gait 10 Turn left Quality and balance of turn Steadiness of tempo and gait 11 G Halt, Salute Transitions Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: COEFFICIENT Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

46 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 Introductory Level Dressage Test ENGLISH The introductory level tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk which is common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 3 minutes 50 seconds ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes 50 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 10 Name of Competition H M Date of Competition E B Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

47 IJA INTRODUCTORY LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 016 ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the introductory level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL: (0M 40M) Time Average: 3 minutes 50 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 10 STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 4 minutes 50 seconds 1 A COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter working walk Straightness on center line Quality of gait Immobility Transition Halt, Salute Proceed working walk C Track right Willingness to move forward Quality of turn 3 M to F F Medium walk Working walk Responsiveness to aids Rhythm 4 A Circle right 0m Quality of gait Roundness, Bend 5 E B Turn right Track left Balance of turns Bend Tempo 6 C Circle left 0m Quality of gait Roundness, Bend 7 H to K K 8 FH H Medium walk Working walk Free walk on long rein Working walk 9 C Halt 5 seconds Proceed working walk Transitions Balance Tempo Relaxation and Stretch Freedom of gait Responsiveness to aids Balance and Smoothness of transitions Immobility 10 B Turn right Bend Freedom through turn 11 Turn right Bend Freedom through turn 1 G Halt, Salute Transition Balance Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

48 Independent Judges Association 016 GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M Introductory Level Dressage Test WESTERN The introductory level tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk which is common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 3 minutes 50 seconds ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes 50 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 10 Name of Competition Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F Final Score Points Percent A Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

49 IJA INTRODUCTORY LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST WESTERN 016 Exhibitor No: The purpose of the introductory level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL: (0M 40M) Time Average: 3 minutes 50 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 10 STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 4 minutes 50 seconds COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed working walk Straightness on center line Quality of gait Immobility Transition C Track right Willingness to move forward Quality of turn 3 M to F F Medium walk Working walk Responsiveness to aids Rhythm 4 A Circle right 0m Quality of gait Roundness, Bend 5 E B Turn right Track left Balance of turns Bend Tempo 6 C Circle left 0m Quality of gait Roundness, Bend 7 H to K K 8 FH H Medium walk Working walk Free walk on long rein Working walk 9 C Halt 5 seconds Proceed working walk Transitions Balance Tempo Relaxation and Stretch Freedom of gait Responsiveness to aids Balance and Smoothness of transitions Immobility 10 B Turn right Bend Freedom through turn 11 Turn right Bend Freedom through turn 1 G Halt, Salute Transition Balance Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

50 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 Introductory Level Dressage Test 3 ENGLISH The introductory level tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk which is common to al horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 3 minutes 50 seconds ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes 50 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 00 H M Name of Competition Date of Competition E B Name and Number of Horse K D F Name of Rider A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

51 IJA INTRODUCTORY LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the introductory level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL: (0M 40M) Time Average: 3minutes 50 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 00 STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 4 minutes 50 seconds COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed working walk Straightness on centerline Quality of gait Immobility Transitions C Track left Willingness to move forward Quality of turn 3 HF Change rein Develop medium walk 4 A Circle right 0m Medium walk Balance Quality of gait Tempo, Balance Roundness, Bend 5 E Working walk Transition 6 C Halt 5 sec. Proceed working walk Balance, Transitions Immobility 7 MK K Change rein Free walk on long rein Working walk Relaxation and Stretch Freedom of gait Responsiveness to aids 8 FH Change rein Develop medium walk 9 C Circle right 0m Medium walk Balance Quality of gait Tempo Balance, Roundness, Bend 10 B Working walk Transition 11 A Down center line Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A Straightness on centerline Transition Immobility COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

52 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M 016 Introductory Level Dressage Test 3 WESTERN The introductory level tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk which is common to al horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 3 minutes 50 seconds ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes 50 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 00 Name of Competition Date of Competition E B Name and Number of Horse K D F Name of Rider Final Score A Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

53 IJA INTRODUCTORY LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the introductory level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL: (0M 40M) Time Average: 3minutes 50 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 00 STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 4 minutes 50 seconds COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed working walk Straightness on centerline Quality of gait Immobility Transitions C Track left Willingness to move forward Quality of turn 3 HF Change rein Develop medium walk 4 A Circle right 0m Medium walk Balance Quality of gait Tempo, Balance Roundness, Bend 5 E Working walk Transition 6 C Halt 5 sec. Proceed working walk Balance, Transitions Immobility 7 MK K Change rein Free walk on long rein Working walk Relaxation and Stretch Freedom of gait Responsiveness to aids 8 FH Change rein Develop medium walk 9 C Circle right 0m Medium walk Balance Quality of gait Tempo Balance, Roundness, Bend 10 B Working walk Transition 11 A Down center line Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A Straightness on centerline Transition Immobility COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

54 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 Introductory Level Dressage Test 4 ENGLISH The introductory level tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk which is common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 Name of Competition H M Date of Competition E B Name and Number of Horse K D F Name of Rider A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

55 IJA INTRODUCTORY LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the introductory level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL: (0M 40M) Time Average: 3 minutes 30 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 4 minutes 30 seconds COEFFICIENT 1. A Between D & TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter at working walk Quality of Walk Halt & Salute Willingness to move forward. Proceed at working Straightness on center line. Walk. C Track left Quality of gait. Bend. 3. Between H & E E Medium Walk Circle left 0m 4. Between K & A Develop working walk 5. AC loop serpentine at Working Walk 0m loops 6. Change rein MK Develop free walk on a long rein. 7. K A 8. FH Working walk Medium walk Change rein 9. B Circle right 0m at Medium Walk 10. A Down centerline G Halt, salute Leave arena walking out at A Smoothness of transition. Quality of gait. Roundness of circle. COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Relaxation, smoothness of transition. Responsiveness to aids. Quality of walk. Correctness of bend & balance on loops. Steadiness of tempo & gait. Balance & smoothness of gait & turn. Straightness on the diagonal. Stretching to contact. Quality of step & energy. Acceptance of the new rein. Quality of gait. Quality of transition Quality & smoothness of turns. Steadiness of tempo & gait. Straightness on the diagonal Quality of gait. Balance & bend on circle. Bend and balance on turn. Steadiness & straightness. Quality or gait & squareness of halt. COEFFICIENT Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

56 Independent Judges Association 016 GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C Introductory Level Dressage Test 4 WESTERN The introductory level tests are designed to measure the very basic preparation for progression in the discipline of dressage. The movements are intended to demonstrate correct performance of groups of elementary skills. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which may be executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk which is common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 H G M Name of Competition Date of Competition E B Name and Number of Horse K D F Name of Rider Final Score A Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

57 IJA INTRODUCTORY LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the introductory level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL: (0M 40M) Time Average: 3 minutes 30 seconds MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 190 STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 4 minutes 30 seconds COEFFICIENT A Between D & TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter at working walk Quality of Walk Halt & Salute Willingness to move forward. Proceed at working Straightness on center line. Walk. C Track left Quality of gait. Bend. 3. Between H & E E Medium Walk Circle left 0m 4. Between K & A Develop working walk 5. AC loop serpentine at Working Walk 0m loops 6. Change rein MK Develop free walk on a long rein. 7. K A 8. FH Working walk Medium walk Change rein 9. B Circle right 0m at Medium Walk 10. A Down centerline G Halt, salute Leave arena walking out at A Smoothness of transition. Quality of gait. Roundness of circle. Relaxation, smoothness of transition. Responsiveness to aids. Quality of walk. Correctness of bend & balance on loops. Steadiness of tempo & gait. COLLECTIVE MARKS: COEFFICIENT Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Balance & smoothness of gait & turn. Straightness on the diagonal. Stretching to contact. Quality of step & energy. Acceptance of the new rein. Quality of gait. Quality of transition Quality & smoothness of turns. Steadiness of tempo & gait. Straightness on the diagonal Quality of gait. Balance & bend on circle. Bend and balance on turn. Steadiness & straightness. Quality or gait & squareness of halt. Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

58 . TRAINING LEVEL TESTS Training Level Test 1 English Training Level Test 1 Western Training Level Test English Training Level Test Western Training Level Test 3 English Training Level Test 3 Western Training Level Test 4 English Training Level Test 4 Western

59 GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. 4. The canter must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Training Level Dressage Test 1 ENGLISH The purpose of training level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must willingly accept the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 30 Name of Competition C Date of Competition H M Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider Final Score K D F Points Percent Name of Judge A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

60 IJA TRAINING LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the training level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 4 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 30 STANDARD (0M 60M) Time Average: 5 Minutes COEFFICIENT 1 A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on centerline Quality of gait Immobility Transitions Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed medium walk C Track left Willingness to move forward Quality of bend in turn 3 HF Change rein at Medium walk Rhythm Tempo 4 F Between F & A Working walk Working canter right lead Calmness & smoothness of depart 5 A Circle right 0m Rhythm & Balance Freedom of movement Roundness, Bend 6 E Intermediate gait Transition Quality of gait 7 C Working walk Steadiness in transition Willingness to move forward 8 MF F Free walk on diagonals Working walk Relaxation & Stretch Responsiveness to aids Transition 9 A Medium walk Transition Quality of gait 10 KM M 11 Between M & C Change rein at Medium walk Working walk Working canter left lead Rhythm Tempo Calmness & smoothness of depart 1 C Circle left 0m Rhythm & Balance Freedom of movement Roundness, Bend 13 E K 14 A Intermediate gait Medium walk Down centerline Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A Transition Quality of gait Straightness Immobility COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

61 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. 4. The lope must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA Training Level Dressage Test 1 WESTERN The purpose of training level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must willingly accept the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 30 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

62 IJA TRAINING LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the training level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 4 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 30 STANDARD (0M 60M) Time Average: 5 Minutes COEFFICIENT 1 A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on centerline Quality of gait Immobility Transitions Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed medium walk C Track left Willingness to move forward Quality of bend in turn 3 HF Change rein at Medium walk Rhythm Tempo 4 F Between F & A Working walk Working lope right lead Calmness & smoothness of depart 5 A Circle right 0m Rhythm & Balance Freedom of movement Roundness, Bend 6 E Intermediate gait Transition Quality of gait 7 C Working walk Steadiness in transition Willingness to move forward 8 MF Free walk on diagonals Relaxation & Stretch Responsiveness to aids F Working walk Transition 9 A Medium walk Transition Quality of gait 10 KM Change rein at Medium Rhythm walk Tempo Working walk M 11 Between Working lope left lead Calmness & smoothness of M & C depart 1 C Circle left 0m Rhythm & Balance Freedom of movement Roundness, Bend 13 E K Intermediate gait Medium walk Transition Quality of gait 14 A Down centerline Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A Straightness Immobility COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

63 GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. 4. The canter must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Training Level Dressage Test ENGLISH The purpose of training level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must willingly accept the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 0 Name of Competition C Date of Competition H G M Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider Final Score K D F Points Percent Name of Judge A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

64 IJA TRAINING LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 016 ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the training level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 0 STANDARD (0M 60M) Average: 6 Minutes COEFFICIENT 1 A C HF F TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter working walk Straightness Halt, Salute Quality of gait Proceed medium walk Immobility, balance, transitions Track left Quality of turn Change rein Medium walk Rhythm, Tempo 3 A Circle right 0m. E Working walk 4 C Halt 5 sec. 5 MK Proceed working walk Free walk on long rein Quality of gait Roundness, bend Transition Transitions Balance, Immobility Balance in halt Relaxation & Stretch Responsiveness to aids K Working walk Transitions 6 Between Medium walk Quality of Gait K & A Roundness, Bend A Circle left 0m 7 FH Change rein Rhythm, Tempo 8 H Between H & C 9 C B 10 Between A & K KM 11 M Between M & C 1 C E Between K & A 13 A G Working walk Working canter right lead Circle right 0m. Intermediate gait Medium Walk Change rein Working walk Working canter left lead Circle left 0m. Intermediate Gait Medium walk Down centerline Halt, Salute Calmness & Smoothness of depart Rhythm, Balance Freedom of Movement Roundness, Bend Transition Rhythm Tempo Calmness & Smoothness of depart Rhythm, Balance Freedom of Movement Roundness, Bend Transition Straightness Transition, Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

65 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. 4. The lope must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. 016 IJA Training Level Dressage Test WESTERN The purpose of training level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must willingly accept the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 0 C Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

66 IJA TRAINING LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 016 WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the training level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 0 STANDARD (0M 60M) Average: 6 Minutes COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A C HF F 3 A Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed medium walk Track left Change rein Medium walk Circle right 0m. E Working walk 4 C Halt 5 sec. 5 MK Proceed working walk Free walk on long rein Straightness Quality of gait Immobility, balance, transitions Quality of turn Rhythm, Tempo Quality of gait Roundness, bend Transition Transitions Balance, Immobility Balance in halt Relaxation & Stretch Responsiveness to aids K Working walk Transitions 6 Between Medium walk Quality of Gait K & A Roundness, Bend A Circle left 0m 7 FH Change rein Rhythm, Tempo 8 H Between H & C 9 C B 10 Between A & K KM 11 M Between M & C 1 C E Between K & A 13 A G Working walk Working lope right lead Circle right 0m. Intermediate gait Medium Walk Change rein Working walk Working lope left lead Circle left 0m. Intermediate Gait Medium walk Down centerline Halt, Salute Calmness & Smoothness of depart Rhythm, Balance Freedom of Movement Roundness, Bend Transition Rhythm Tempo Calmness & Smoothness of depart Rhythm, Balance Freedom of Movement Roundness, Bend Transition Straightness Transition, Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

67 GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. 4. The canter must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Training Level Dressage Test 3 ENGLISH The purpose of training level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must willingly accept the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 50 Name of Competition Date of Competition H M Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F Final Score Points Percent A Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

68 IJA TRAINING LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 3 01 ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the training level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 50 STANDARD (0M 60M) Time Average: 6 Minutes COEFFICIENT 1 A C B E TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter working walk Straightness Halt, Salute Balance, Immobility Transitions Proceed medium walk Track right Turn right Track left Freedom of gait Quality of turns Balance, Bend 3 A Circle left 0m. Medium walk Quality of gait Roundness, Bend 4 B C Working walk Halt 5 sec. Proceed working walk Balance in transitions Immobility Responsiveness to aids 5 HF F Free walk on long rein Working walk Relaxation & Stretch Freedom of gait 6 A Medium walk Transition Quality of gait 7 E Turn right Quality & Balance of turns B Track left M Working walk 8 Between M & C Working canter left lead Calmness & Smoothness of depart Freedom of movement Roundness, Bend C Circle left 0m 9 E Intermediate gait Transition, Quality of gait 10 Between A Medium walk Rhythm, Tempo & F FH Change rein at medium walk Straightness 11 C M 1 Between B & F Circle right 0m Working walk Working canter right lead Quality of gait Roundness, Bend Transition Calmness & Smoothness of depart Freedom of movement Roundness, Bend A Circle right 0m. 13 E Intermediate gait Transition, Quality of Gait 14 Between Medium walk Transition C & M Quality of gait 15 MK Change rein Rhythm, Tempo Medium walk Straightness 16 A Down centerline G Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Straightness Transition, Immobility Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

69 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. 4. The lope must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA Training Level Dressage Test 3 WESTERN The purpose of training level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must willingly accept the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 50 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge A Signature of Judge IJA Manual for Gaited Dressage Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

70 IJA TRAINING LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 3 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the training level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 50 STANDARD (0M 60M) Time Average: 6 Minutes COEFFICIENT 1 A C B E TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter working walk Straightness Halt, Salute Balance, Immobility Transitions Proceed medium walk Track right Turn right Track left Freedom of gait Quality of turns Balance, Bend 3 A Circle left 0m. Medium walk Quality of gait Roundness, Bend 4 B C Working walk Halt 5 sec. Proceed working walk Balance in transitions Immobility Responsiveness to aids 5 HF F Free walk on long rein Working walk Relaxation & Stretch Freedom of gait 6 A Medium walk Transition Quality of gait 7 E Turn right Quality & Balance of turns B Track left M Working walk 8 Between M & C Working lope left lead Calmness & Smoothness of depart Freedom of movement Roundness, Bend C Circle left 0m 9 E Intermediate gait Transition, Quality of gait 10 Between A Medium walk Rhythm, Tempo & F FH Change rein at medium walk Straightness 11 C M 1 Between B & F Circle right 0m Working walk Working lope right lead Quality of gait Roundness, Bend Transition Calmness & Smoothness of depart Freedom of movement Roundness, Bend A Circle right 0m. 13 E Intermediate gait Transition, Quality of Gait 14 Between Medium walk Transition C & M Quality of gait 15 MK Change rein Rhythm, Tempo Medium walk Straightness 16 A Down centerline G Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Straightness Transition, Immobility Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

71 GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. 4. The canter must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Training Level Dressage Test 4 ENGLISH The purpose of training level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must willingly accept the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS 40 Name of Competition C Date of Competition H M Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider Final Score K D F Points Percent Name of Judge A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

72 IJA TRAINING LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 4 01 ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the training level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 4 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 40 STANDARD (0M 60M) Time Average: 5 Minutes COEFFICIENT 1 A C Between C & H 3 Between H & E Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed medium walk Track left Working Walk Working canter, left lead TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Quality of gait, straightness Immobility Transitions Willingness to move forward Quality of bend in turn Transitions Quality & smoothness of transition Quality of gait 4 E Circle left 0m Quality of gait Roundness of circle 5 A Between F & B Intermediate gait Medium walk 6 B E Between C & M Turn left Track right Working walk Quality, smoothness & straightness of transition Quality of gait Quality of turns 7 Between M & B Working canter, right lead Quality & smoothness of transition & gait 8 B Circle right 0m Quality & smoothness of transition & gait 9 F Between Intermediate gait Working walk Straightness Balance during transitions A & K 10 KM Change rein Develop free walk on long rein Steadiness & straightness on the diagonal Willingness to accept the new rein 11 Between Medium walk Calmness & smoothness of M & C transition 1 CA loop serpentine Bend & balance on loops 13 K E to B F 14 A G Intermediate gait 0m right half circle Medium walk Down centerline Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Quality & balance of gait Quality of bend & steadiness of gait Straightness Quality of gait Squareness of halt Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

73 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. The test is intended for horses and riders new to the sport of dressage.. Transitions to the medium walk, and to and from the halt, may be preceded by a few steps of the walk. 3. Light and steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on the quality and correctness of movements with less emphasis on exact execution of movements at the letters. 4. The lope must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA Training Level Dressage Test 4 WESTERN The purpose of training level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must willingly accept the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) TIME AVERAGE: 4 minutes ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 5 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS 40 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider Final Score K D F Points Percent Name of Judge A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

74 IJA TRAINING LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 4 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the training level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm and willingness. The horse must willingly accept the bit. ARENA: SMALL (0M 40M) Time Average: 4 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 40 STANDARD (0M 60M) Time Average: 5 Minutes COEFFICIENT 1 A C Between C & H 3 Between H & E Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed medium walk Track left Working Walk Working lope, left lead TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Quality of gait, straightness Immobility Transitions Willingness to move forward Quality of bend in turn Transitions Quality & smoothness of transition Quality of gait 4 E Circle left 0m Quality of gait Roundness of circle 5 A Between F & B Intermediate gait Medium walk Quality, smoothness & straightness of transition 6 B E Between C & M 7 Between M & B Turn left Track right Working walk Quality of gait Quality of turns Working lope, right lead Quality & smoothness of transition & gait 8 B Circle right 0m Quality & smoothness of transition 9 F Between A & K Intermediate gait Working walk 10 KM Change rein Develop free walk on long rein & gait Straightness Balance during transitions Steadiness & straightness on the diagonal Willingness to accept the new rein 11 Between Medium walk Calmness & smoothness of M & C transition 1 CA loop serpentine Bend & balance on loops 13 K E to B F 14 A G Intermediate gait 0m right half circle Medium walk Down centerline Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Quality & balance of gait Quality of bend & steadiness of gait Straightness Quality of gait Squareness of halt Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

75 . first level tests First Level Test 1 English First Level Test 1 Western First Level Test English First Level Test Western First Level Test 3 English First Level Test 3 Western First Level Test 4 English First Level Test 4 Western First Level Test 5 English First Level Test 5 Western

76 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track.. 3. The canter must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greaterground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test 1 ENGLISH The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: Standard (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 70 H G M Name of Competition Date of Competition E B Name and Number of Horse K D F Name of Rider A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

77 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 1 01 ENGLISH Exhibitor No: 1 The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) Time Average: 6:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 70 COEFFICIENT TEST GUIDELINES POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS A Enter Medium Walk Halt & Salute. Proceed at Medium Walk. Straightness on centerline Quality of halt Quality of walk C Track right Quality of turn, gait & straightness 3 Between M & B Working canter, right lead. Quality & smoothness of transition Quality of canter 4 B B-F Circle right 0m. Continue straight Quality of canter Roundness of circle Straightness 5 K-H H Lengthen stride Working Canter Quality, smoothness & straightness of transition 6 C Medium walk Quality of walk Quality of turns. 7 MK Change rein on Quality and smoothness of turn diagonal Balance during transition Free walk on long rein Steadiness & straightness Freedom of walk 8 K Medium walk Quality & smoothness of transition & walk Acceptance of new rein 9 A Halt. Immobility 5 seconds. Proceed at Medium Walk. Quality of halt. Squareness of halt Quality of transitions 10 Between Working Canter left lead Smoothness of transition F & B 11 B B M Circle left 0m Continue straight Roundness of circle Quality of canter 1 H-K K Lengthen stride Working canter Quality, steadiness & straightness Lengthening of stride Quality of transitions 13 A Intermediate gait Quality of transition 14 AC loops serpentine Bend & balance of loops Steadiness of tempo 15 CF Intermediate gait Quality of gait. Steadiness of gait 16 A Turn down centerline Straightness on centerline G Halt, salute Quality of gait & squareness of halt Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: COEFFICIENT Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

78 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track.. 3. The lope must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greaterground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test 1 WESTERN The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: Standard (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 70 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

79 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 1 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: 1. 1 The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) Time Average: 6:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 70 COEFFICIENT TEST GUIDELINES POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS A Enter Medium Walk Halt & Salute. Proceed at Medium Walk. Straightness on centerline Quality of halt Quality of walk C Track right Quality of turn, gait & straightness 3 Between M & B Working lope, right lead. Quality & smoothness of transition Quality of lope 4 B B-F Circle right 0m. Continue straight Quality of lope Roundness of circle Straightness 5 K-H H Lengthen stride Working Lope Quality, smoothness & straightness of transition 6 C Medium walk Quality of walk Quality of turns. 7 MK Change rein on Quality and smoothness of turn diagonal Balance during transition Free walk on long rein Steadiness & straightness Freedom of walk 8 K Medium walk Quality & smoothness of transition & walk Acceptance of new rein 9 A Halt. Immobility 5 seconds. Proceed at Medium Walk. Quality of halt. Squareness of halt Quality of transitions 10 Between Working Lope left lead Smoothness of transition F & B 11 B B M Circle left 0m Continue straight Roundness of circle Quality of lope 1 H-K K Lengthen stride Working lope Quality, steadiness & straightness Lengthening of stride Quality of transitions 13 A Intermediate gait Quality of transition 14 AC loops serpentine Bend & balance of loops Steadiness of tempo 15 CF Intermediate gait Quality of gait. Steadiness of gait 16 A Turn down centerline Straightness on centerline G Halt, salute Quality of gait & squareness of halt Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: COEFFICIENT Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

80 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track. 3. The canter must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greater-ground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test ENGLISH The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 MINUTES MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 50 Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C Name of Competition Date of Competition H G M Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider E B Final Score Points Percent K D F Name of Judge A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

81 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 01 ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS 50 COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A C E to Enter Working Walk Halt, Salute Proceed Intermediate gait Track left Half Circle 10m left Return to track at H 3 B to Half circle 10m right Return to track at M 4 HF Lengthen Intermediate gait F Intermediate gait Straightness on centerline Immobility Transitions Quality of turn Tempo and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure Tempo and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure Lengthening of frame and stride stretch Tempo, balance, straightness, transitions Tempo and regularity of gait 5 A to C 3 loop serpentine width of arena Execution of figure 6 C Medium walk Balance and smoothness of transition Quality of gait 7 MK K Free walk Medium walk Stretch and relaxation Straightness Acceptance of aids in transitions 8 A F Intermediate gait Working canter left lead Transition Calmness and smoothness of depart 9 B Circle left 0m Tempo and freedom in stride Bend, size and shape of circle 10 HF Change rein Intermediate gait Balance, rhythm Acceptance of aids in transition 11 F Working canter right lead Calmness and smoothness of depart 1 E Circle right 0 m Tempo and freedom in stride Bend, size and shape of circle 13 MK Change rein Intermediate gait Balance, rhythm Acceptance of aids in transition 14 FH Lengthen Lengthening of frame and stride intermediate gait Tempo, balance, straightness, Intermediate gait transitions H 15 B G Turn right Turn right Halt, salute Balance in turns Bend, straightness Relaxation in transitions Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

82 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track. 3. The lope must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greater-ground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test WESTERN The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 MINUTES MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 50 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider Final Score K D F Points Percent Name of Judge A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

83 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS 50 COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A C E to Enter Working Walk Halt, Salute Proceed Intermediate gait Track left Half Circle 10m left Return to track at H 3 B to Half circle 10m right Return to track at M 4 HF Lengthen Intermediate gait F Intermediate gait Straightness on centerline Immobility Transitions Quality of turn Tempo and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure Tempo and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure Lengthening of frame and stride stretch Tempo, balance, straightness, transitions Tempo and regularity of gait 5 A to C 3 loop serpentine width of arena Execution of figure 6 C Medium walk Balance and smoothness of transition Quality of gait 7 MK K Free walk Medium walk Stretch and relaxation Straightness Acceptance of aids in transitions 8 A F Intermediate gait Working lope left lead Transition Calmness and smoothness of depart 9 B Circle left 0m Tempo and freedom in stride Bend, size and shape of circle 10 HF Change rein Intermediate gait Balance, rhythm Acceptance of aids in transition 11 F Working lope right lead Calmness and smoothness of depart 1 E Circle right 0 m Tempo and freedom in stride Bend, size and shape of circle 13 MK 14 FH H 15 B G Change rein Intermediate gait Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait Turn right Turn right Halt, salute Balance, rhythm Acceptance of aids in transition Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, straightness, transitions Balance in turns Bend, straightness Relaxation in transitions Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

84 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track. 3. The canter must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greater-ground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test 3 ENGLISH The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 MINUTES MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 70 Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C Name of Competition Date of Competition H G M Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider E B Final Score K D F Points Name of Judge Percent A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

85 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 3 01 ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 70 COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A C B E 3 A D to B Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed intermediate gait Track right Turn right Track left Straightness on centerline Transitions Immobility at halt Tempo and regularity of gait Quality of turns at C,B and E Straightness between turns Balance and bend Down centerline Leg yield right Straightness, balance Position, fluidity 4 M Working canter left Calmness and smoothness of lead depart 5 E Circle left 15m Bend, tempo and freedom in stride Roundness and size of circle 6 K A A Intermediate gait Circle left 15m Medium walk Balance in transitions Bend, tempo, freedom & rhythm Roundness and size of circle 7 FM M Free walk on diagonals Medium walk Stretch and relaxation Responsiveness to aids Suppleness and bend on arcs 8 C Halt, 5 sec Proceed medium walk Transitions Immobility and balance in halt 9 K Intermediate gait Transition, quality and regularity of gait 10 E B Turn left Track right Quality of turns Balance, rhythm and bend 11 A D to E Down centerline Leg yield left Straightness, balance Position, fluidity 1 H Working canter right Calmness and smoothness of lead depart 13 B Circle right 15m Bend, tempo and freedom in stride Roundness and size of circle 14 F C 15 KM M 16 E G Intermediate gait Circle right 15m Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait Turn left Turn left Halt, Salute Balance in transitions Bend, tempo, freedom & rhythm Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, straightness Transitions Balance in turns, bend Relaxation in transitions Straightness, Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

86 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track. 3. The lope must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greaterground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test 3 WESTERN The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 MINUTES MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 70 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider Final Score K D F Points Percent Name of Judge A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

87 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 3 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 70 COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A C B E 3 A Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed intermediate gait Track right Turn right Track left Straightness on centerline Transitions Immobility at halt Tempo and regularity of gait Quality of turns at C,B and E Straightness between turns Balance and bend D to B Down centerline Leg yield right Straightness, balance Position, fluidity 4 M Working lope left lead Calmness and smoothness of depart 5 E Circle left 15m Bend, tempo and freedom in stride Roundness and size of circle 6 K A A Intermediate gait Circle left 15m Medium walk Balance in transitions Bend, tempo, freedom & rhythm Roundness and size of circle 7 FM M Free walk on diagonals Medium walk Stretch and relaxation Responsiveness to aids Suppleness and bend on arcs 8 C Halt, 5 sec Proceed medium walk Transitions Immobility and balance in halt 9 K Intermediate gait Transition, quality and regularity of gait 10 E B Turn left Track right Quality of turns Balance, rhythm and bend 11 A D to E Down centerline Leg yield left Straightness, balance Position, fluidity 1 H Working lope right lead Calmness and smoothness of depart 13 B Circle right 15m Bend, tempo and freedom in stride Roundness and size of circle 14 F C 15 KM M 16 E G Intermediate gait Circle right 15m Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait Turn left Turn left Halt, Salute Balance in transitions Bend, tempo, freedom & rhythm Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, straightness Transitions Balance in turns, bend Relaxation in transitions Straightness, Immobility Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

88 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track. 3. The canter must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greater-ground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test 4 ENGLISH The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 MINUTES MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 50 Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C Name of Competition Date of Competition H G M Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider E B Final Score K D F Points Name of Judge Percent A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

89 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 4 01 ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS 50 COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A C HF Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed intermediate gait Track left Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait F 3 A Working canter right lead Circle 15m 4 K thru H H 5 C MF 6 F KH H 7 C MK Lengthen stride in canter Working canter Intermediate gait Intermediate gait on diagonals Medium walk Free walk on diagonals Medium walk Intermediate gait Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait K 8 A Working canter left lead Circle 15m 9 F thru M M 10 C HF F 11 E 1 B Lengthen stride in canter Working canter Intermediate gait Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait Turn right Circle right 10m Circe left 10m Track left 13 C Halt, 5 sec Proceed medium walk 14 HK Free walk on diagonals Medium Walk K 15 A Down centerline D Intermediate gait G Halt, Salute Straightness on centerline Immobility Transitions Bend and suppleness in turn Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo; balance in gait Responsiveness in transitions Relaxation in depart Tempo and freedom in stride Bend, size and shape of circle Lengthening of frame and stride Ease of transitions Balance in transition Responsiveness to aids Rhythm of gait, bend Acceptance of aids Stretch and relaxation Suppleness and bend on arcs Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo; balance in gait Responsiveness in transitions Relaxation in depart Tempo and freedom in stride Bend, size and shape of circle Lengthening of frame and stride Ease of transitions Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo; balance in gait Responsiveness in transitions Balance, tempo and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure Acceptance of aids Balance, tempo and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure Transitions Immobility and balance in halt Stretch and relaxation Suppleness and bend on arcs Acceptance of aids Straightness on centerline Immobility; transitions Bend and suppleness in turn Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

90 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track. 3. The lope must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greater-ground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test 4 WESTERN The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 6 MINUTES MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 50 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider Final Score K D F Points Percent Name of Judge A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

91 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 4 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS 50 COEFFICIENT TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS 1 A C HF Enter working walk Halt, Salute Proceed intermediate gait Track left Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait F 3 A Working lope right lead Circle 15m 4 K thru H H 5 C MF 6 F KH H 7 C MK Lengthen stride in lope Working lope Intermediate gait Intermediate gait on diagonals Medium walk Free walk on diagonals Medium walk Intermediate gait Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait K 8 A Working lope left lead Circle 15m 9 F thru M M 10 C HF F 11 E 1 B Lengthen stride in lope Working lope Intermediate gait Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait Turn right Circle right 10m Circe left 10m Track left 13 C Halt, 5 sec Proceed medium walk 14 HK Free walk on diagonals Medium Walk K 15 A Down centerline D Intermediate gait G Halt, Salute Straightness on centerline Immobility Transitions Bend and suppleness in turn Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo; balance in gait Responsiveness in transitions Relaxation in depart Tempo and freedom in stride Bend, size and shape of circle Lengthening of frame and stride Ease of transitions Balance in transition Responsiveness to aids Rhythm of gait, bend Acceptance of aids Stretch and relaxation Suppleness and bend on arcs Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo; balance in gait Responsiveness in transitions Relaxation in depart Tempo and freedom in stride Bend, size and shape of circle Lengthening of frame and stride Ease of transitions Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo; balance in gait Responsiveness in transitions Balance, tempo and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure Acceptance of aids Balance, tempo and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure Transitions Immobility and balance in halt Stretch and relaxation Suppleness and bend on arcs Acceptance of aids Straightness on centerline Immobility; transitions Bend and suppleness in turn Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

92 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track. 3. The canter must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greater-ground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test 5 ENGLISH The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 7 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 300 Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C Name of Competition Date of Competition H G M Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider E B Final Score K D F Points Name of Judge Percent A Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

93 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 5 01 ENGLISH Exhibitor No: The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 7 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS 300 COEFFICIENT 1 A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter working walk Straightness on centerline Halt, Salute Transitions; Immobility at halt Proceed intermediate gait Tempo and regularity of gait C B to Track right Half circle right 10m Quality of turn Balance and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure 3 to E Half circle left 10m Balance and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure 4 A D to M Down centerline Leg yield right Straightness, balance Position, fluidity 5 HF Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait F 6 D Down centerline D to H Leg yield left 7 C Halt, 5 sec Proceed medium walk 8 M thru F Free walk F Medium walk 9 A E BeforeE 10 H C 11 M to F Intermediate gait Circle right 0 m allowing horse to stretch forward and downward Ask horse to re-establish contact Working canter right lead Circle 15m Lengthen stride in canter Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, straightness, Transitions Straightness, balance Position, fluidity Transitions Immobility and balance in halt Stretch and relaxation Acceptance of aids in transitions Quality of stretch through topline, into light contact while maintaining balance and a soft rhythm Supple underline Bend and size of figure Acceptance of aids in transitions Calmness and smoothness of depart Bend, tempo and freedom in stride Roundness and size of circle Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, fluidity, Transitions F Working canter 1 KM Change rein Balance and relaxation in transitions Before Medium walkl Rhythm and quality of gaits After Working canter left lead 13 C Circle left 15m Bend, tempo and freedom in stride Roundness and size of circle 14 H to K K 15 FH Before After 16 Between C and M 17 B Before B Lengthen stride in canter Working canter Change rein Medium Walk Working canter right lead Intermediate gait Circle right 0 m allowing horse to stretch forward and downward Ask horse to re-establish contact 18 KM Change rein lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait M 19 C thru A 3 loop serpentine width of arena 0 A Down centerline Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, fluidity, Transitions Balance and relaxation in transition Rhythm and quality of gaits Acceptance of aids in transition Quality of stretch through topline, into light contact while maintaining balance and a soft rhythm Supple underline Bend and size of figure Acceptance of aids in transitions Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, straightness Transitions Tempo and regularity of gait Responsiveness to aids Execution of figure Straightness on centerline Transitions Immobility at halt Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

94 Independent Judges Association GUIDELINES: 1. Transitions to and from the halt must be made with no additional steps of walk to the medium walk. The halt should be square and straight.. Light yet steady contact is required. Emphasis is placed on correct bend and balance on circles, and accuracy in the 15 meter circle, and on the maintenance of straightness on the straight track. 3. The lope must be forward moving but unhurried, and steady with rhythm. 4. The lengthening of stride must show a greaterground covering stride, without a faster rhythm, maintaining the cadence and form of the horse Note: the letter G, and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C 016 IJA First Level Dressage Test 5 WESTERN The purpose of first level tests is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate that the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. The collective marks address the quality or correctness of gait which is executed differently from horse to horse. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) TIME AVERAGE: 7 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 300 Name of Competition H G M Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse E B Name of Rider Final Score K D F Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge A Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

95 IJA FIRST LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 5 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: The purpose of the first level test is to observe and measure the suppleness of the musculature of the horse, and to demonstrate the horse moves freely forward with steady rhythm. The horse must have a degree of balance and self-carriage. The horse must willingly maintain contact with the bit. ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 7 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS 300 COEFFICIENT 1 A C B to TEST DIRECTIVE IDEAS POINTS! TOTAL REMARKS Enter working walk Straightness on centerline Halt, Salute Transitions; Immobility at halt Proceed intermediate gait Tempo and regularity of gait Track right Quality of turn Balance and regularity of gait Half circle right 10m Bend and size of figure 3 to E Half circle left 10m Balance and regularity of gait Bend and size of figure 4 A D to M Down centerline Leg yield right Straightness, balance Position, fluidity 5 HF F Lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, straightness, Transitions 6 D D to H Down centerline Leg yield left Straightness, balance Position, fluidity 7 C Halt, 5 sec Proceed medium walk Transitions Immobility and balance in halt 8 M thru F F Free walk Medium walk Stretch and relaxation Acceptance of aids in transitions 9 A E BeforeE 10 H C 11 M to F Intermediate gait Circle right 0 m allowing horse to stretch forward and downward Ask horse to re-establish contact Working lope right lead Circle 15m Lengthen stride in lope Quality of stretch through topline, into light contact while maintaining balance and a soft rhythm Supple underline Bend and size of figure Acceptance of aids in transitions Calmness and smoothness of depart Bend, tempo and freedom in stride Roundness and size of circle Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, fluidity, Transitions F Working lope 1 KM Change rein Balance and relaxation in transitions Before Medium walkl Rhythm and quality of gaits After Working lope left lead 13 C Circle left 15m Bend, tempo and freedom in stride Roundness and size of circle 14 H to K K 15 FH Before After 16 Between C and M 17 B Before B Lengthen stride in lope Working lope Change rein Medium Walk Working lope right lead Intermediate gait Circle right 0 m allowing horse to stretch forward and downward Ask horse to re-establish contact 18 KM Change rein lengthen intermediate gait Intermediate gait M 19 C thru A 3 loop serpentine width of arena 0 A Down centerline Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, fluidity, Transitions Balance and relaxation in transition Rhythm and quality of gaits Acceptance of aids in transition Quality of stretch through topline, into light contact while maintaining balance and a soft rhythm Supple underline Bend and size of figure Acceptance of aids in transitions Lengthening of frame and stride Tempo, balance, straightness Transitions Tempo and regularity of gait Responsiveness to aids Execution of figure Straightness on centerline Transitions Immobility at halt Halt, Salute Leave arena walking out at A COLLECTIVE MARKS: Gaits (freedom & steadiness) Impulsion (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back & steps) Submission (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s position & seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: ( ) Total Points: Note: The first error is a minus, the second a minus 4, the third a minus 8 and so on. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

96 . Second level tests Second Level Test 1 English Second Level Test 1 Western Second Level Test English Second Level Test Western Second Level Test 3 English Second Level Test 3 Western Second Level Test 4 English Second Level Test 4 Western Second Level Test 5 English Second Level Test 5 Western

97 Note: the letter G, I,, L and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M S I R Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Second Level Dressage Test 1 The purpose of Second Level Tests is to confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints result in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter, which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. The collective marks will address the quality or correctness of the intermediate gait, which is executed differently from horse to horse. The quality of the intermediate gait is based on self-carriage, balance, regularity, rhythm, freedom, straightness and suppleness. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) AVERAGE RIDE TIME: 5:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 350 Name of Competition E B Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse V L P Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

98 IJA SECOND LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 1 01 Exhibitor No: Purpose: To confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints resulting in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. ADD: Introduce Collected Walk, Collected Canter, 10 m circle at the canter, shoulder in, simple change of lead, halt rein back ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 5:30 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS A C HF F-K TEST DIRECTIVE IDEA POINTS CI TOTAL REMARKS Enter collected walk Straightness on centerline and in halt; Halt salute, proceed collected immobile, attentive halt; quality of walk; walk balanced transitions. Track left Medium walk Collected walk Bend and balance in turns; consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium walk; quality and balance in collected walk. 3 (Transitions at H & F) Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 4 K-E E Shoulder in right Turn right 5 B B-M Turn left Shoulder in left 6 C Halt, rein back 3-4 steps, proceed medium walk Consistent tempo, quality of walk; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in; bend in turn. Bend in turn; consistent tempo, quality of walk; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in. Square, immobile halt; willingness, straightness and number of diagonal steps in rein back; clarity of transitions 7 C-H Medium walk Quality and regularity of walk. 8 H-P P-F 9 Between F & A A Free walk Develop medium walk Develop collected walk Collected Canter right lead 10 A-C Serpentine 3 equal loops width of arena, no change of lead 11 M-E Between quarter line & E 1 V Change rein Simple change of lead Reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; quality and regularity of medium walk; smooth transition; straightness. Regularity of shortened walk strides, clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of walk and canter. Quality and balance of collected canter and counter canter; bend; geometry of serpentine. Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transitions; quality of canter. V-F Circle left 10M Collected canter Quality and balance of collected canter; shape and size of circle; bend. 13 F-R R-C Medium Canter Collected canter Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium canter; quality and balance in collected canter. 14 (Transitions at F & R) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions. 15 C-A Serpentine 3 equal loops width of arena, no change of lead Quality and balance of collected canter and counter canter; bend; geometry of serpentine. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

99 16 F-E Between quarter line & E Change rein Simple change of lead Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transitions; quality of canter. 17 S Circle right 10M Quality and balance of collected canter; shape and size of circle; bend. 18 M-F Between F&A Medium canter Develop medium walk Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium canter; quality and balance of medium walk. 19 (Transitions at M and between F and A) 0 KM Intermediate gait M Working walk 1 Between S & E Collected walk E Turn left Turn left G Halt Salute Leave arena at A in walk on a long rein. Well defined, straight, balanced transition. Consistent tempo; rhythm, regularity, straightness and balance in intermediate gait, moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity and straightness. Well defined, straight, balanced transitions. Bend and balance in turns; straightness on centerline;, balanced transition; immobile, attentive halt. COLLECTIVE MARKS GAITS (freedom and Steadiness) IMPULSION (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back and steps) SUBMISSION (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s Position and seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: (- ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

100 Note: the letter G, I,, L and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M S I R Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Second Level Dressage Test 1 WESTERN The purpose of Second Level Tests is to confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints result in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope, which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. The collective marks will address the quality or correctness of the intermediate gait, which is executed differently from horse to horse. The quality of the intermediate gait is based on self-carriage, balance, regularity, rhythm, freedom, straightness and suppleness. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) AVERAGE RIDE TIME: 5:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 350 Name of Competition E B Date of Competition V L P Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

101 IJA SECOND LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 1 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: Purpose: To confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints resulting in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. ADD: Introduce Collected Walk, Collected Lope, 10 m circle at the lope, shoulder in, simple change of lead, halt rein back ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 5:30 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS A C HF F-K TEST DIRECTIVE IDEA POINTS CI TOTAL REMARKS Enter collected walk Straightness on centerline and in halt; Halt salute, proceed collected immobile, attentive halt; quality of walk; walk balanced transitions. Track left Medium walk Collected walk Bend and balance in turns; consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium walk; quality and balance in collected walk. 3 (Transitions at H & F) Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 4 K-E E Shoulder in right Turn right 5 B B-M Turn left Shoulder in left 6 C Halt, rein back 3-4 steps, proceed medium walk Consistent tempo, quality of walk; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in; bend in turn. Bend in turn; consistent tempo, quality of walk; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in. Square, immobile halt; willingness, straightness and number of diagonal steps in rein back; clarity of transitions 7 C-H Medium walk Quality and regularity of walk. 8 H-P P-F 9 Between F & A A Free walk Develop medium walk Develop collected walk Collected Lope right lead 10 A-C Serpentine 3 equal loops width of arena, no change of lead 11 M-E Between quarter line & E 1 V Change rein Simple change of lead Reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; quality and regularity of medium walk; smooth transition; straightness. Regularity of shortened walk strides, clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of walk and lope. Quality and balance of collected lope and counter lope; bend; geometry of serpentine. Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transitions; quality of lope. V-F Circle left 10M Collected lope Quality and balance of collected lope; shape and size of circle; bend. 13 F-R R-C Medium Lope Collected lope Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium lope; quality and balance in collected lope. 14 (Transitions at F & R) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions. 15 C-A Serpentine 3 equal loops width of arena, no change of lead Quality and balance of collected lope and counter lope; bend; geometry of serpentine. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

102 16 F-E Between quarter line & E Change rein Simple change of lead Between Develop medium walk F&A 19 (Transitions at M and between F and A) 0 KM Intermediate gait Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transitions; quality of lope. 17 S Circle right 10M Quality and balance of collected lope; shape and size of circle; bend. 18 M-F Medium lope Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium lope; quality and balance of medium walk. M Working walk 1 Between S & E Collected walk E Turn left Turn left G Halt Salute Leave arena at A in walk on a long rein. Well defined, straight, balanced transition. Consistent tempo; rhythm, regularity, straightness and balance in intermediate gait, moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity and straightness. Well defined, straight, balanced transitions. Bend and balance in turns; straightness on centerline;, balanced transition; immobile, attentive halt. COLLECTIVE MARKS GAITS (freedom and Steadiness) IMPULSION (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back and steps) SUBMISSION (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s Position and seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: (- ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

103 Note: the letter G, I,, L and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M S I R Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Second Level Dressage Test The purpose of Second Level Tests is to confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints result in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter, which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. The collective marks will address the quality or correctness of the intermediate gait, which is executed differently from horse to horse. The quality of the intermediate gait is based on self-carriage, balance, regularity, rhythm, freedom, straightness and suppleness. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) AVERAGE RIDE TIME: 5:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 380 Name of Competition E B Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse V L P Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

104 IJA SECOND LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 01 Exhibitor No: Purpose: To confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints resulting in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. ADD: Transvers, half turn on haunches ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 5:30 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS A C MK Enter collected walk Halt, salute proceed collected walk Track right Intermediate gait TEST DIRECTIVE IDEA POINTS CI TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on center line and in halt; immobile, attentive halt; balanced transitions. Bend and balance in turn; consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; quality and balance in collected walk. Between Collected Walk K & F 3 Transitions at M & K Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 4 F-B Travers left Consistent tempo; quality of walk; angle, bend and balance in travers. 5 B- -E Half circle left 10 M Half circle right 10M Quality and balance of walk; shape of half circles; straightness on centerline showing supple change of bend. 6 E-H Travers right Consistent tempo; quality of walk; angle, 7 M Before R R 8 Before C C Medium walk Shorten the stride Half turn on haunches right, proceed medium walk Shorten the stride Half turn on haunches left bend and balance in travers. Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs bend and fluency in half turn on haunches. proceed medium walk to M 9 M-E Free walk Reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; quality and regularity of walk; smooth transition; straightness. 10 EPF Medium walk Smooth, balanced transitions; quality and regularity of walk; straightness. 11 Before F F Shorten the stride in walk Collected canter right lead Regularity of shortened walk strides; clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of walk and canter. 1 A Circle right 10M Quality and balance of collected canter; 13 E B Turn right Simple change of lead Turn left shape and size of circle; bend. Bend and balance in turns; clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transitions; quality of canter. 14 C Circle left 10M Quality and balance of collected canter; shape and size of circle; bend. 15 H-K K-F Medium canter Collected canter Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium canter; quality and balance in collected canter. 16 (Transitions at H & K) Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 17 F-E E-H Change rein Counter canter Quality and balance of canter and counter canter. 18 H Simple change of lead Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transitions; quality of canter. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

105 19 M-F F Medium Canter Collected Canter Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium canter; quality and balance in collected canter. 0 Transitions at M & F Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 1 K-B B-M Change rein Counter canter Quality and balance of canter and counter canter. M HF F-A Collected walk Intermediate gait Collected walk Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in intermediate gait; quality and balance in collected walk 3 (Transitions at M, H and F) Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 4 A Down center line Halt, salute Leave arena at A and walk on a long rein Bend and balance in turn; straightness on center line; balanced transition; immobile, attentive halt. COLLECTIVE MARKS GAITS (freedom and Steadiness) IMPULSION (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back and steps) SUBMISSION (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s Position and seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: (- ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

106 Note: the letter G, I,, L and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M S I R Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Second Level Dressage Test WESTERN The purpose of Second Level Tests is to confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints result in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope, which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. The collective marks will address the quality or correctness of the intermediate gait, which is executed differently from horse to horse. The quality of the intermediate gait is based on self-carriage, balance, regularity, rhythm, freedom, straightness and suppleness. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) AVERAGE RIDE TIME: 5:30 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 380 Name of Competition E B Date of Competition V L P Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

107 IJA SECOND LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: Purpose: To confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints resulting in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. ADD: Transvers, half turn on haunches ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 5:30 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS A C MK Enter collected walk Halt, salute proceed collected walk Track right Intermediate gait TEST DIRECTIVE IDEA POINTS CI TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on center line and in halt; immobile, attentive halt; balanced transitions. Bend and balance in turn; consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance; quality and balance in collected walk. Between Collected Walk K & F 3 Transitions at M & K Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 4 F-B Travers left Consistent tempo; quality of walk; angle, bend and balance in travers. 5 B- -E Half circle left 10 M Half circle right 10M Quality and balance of walk; shape of half circles; straightness on centerline showing supple change of bend. 6 E-H Travers right Consistent tempo; quality of walk; angle, 7 M Before R R 8 Before C C Medium walk Shorten the stride Half turn on haunches right, proceed medium walk Shorten the stride Half turn on haunches left bend and balance in travers. Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs bend and fluency in half turn on haunches. proceed medium walk to M 9 M-E Free walk Reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; quality and regularity of walk; smooth transition; straightness. 10 EPF Medium walk Smooth, balanced transitions; quality and regularity of walk; straightness. 11 Before F F Shorten the stride in walk Collected lope right lead Regularity of shortened walk strides; clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of walk and lope. 1 A Circle right 10M Quality and balance of collected lope; shape 13 E B Turn right Simple change of lead Turn left and size of circle; bend. Bend and balance in turns; clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transitions; quality of lope. 14 C Circle left 10M Quality and balance of collected lope; shape and size of circle; bend. 15 H-K K-F Medium lope Collected lope Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium lope; quality and balance in collected lope. 16 (Transitions at H & K) Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 17 F-E E-H Change rein Counter lope Quality and balance of lope and counter lope. 18 H Simple change of lead Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transitions; quality of lope. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

108 19 M-F F Medium Lope Collected Lope Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium lope; quality and balance in collected lope. 0 Transitions at M & F Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 1 K-B B-M Change rein Counter lope Quality and balance of lope and counter lope. M HF F-A Collected walk Intermediate gait Collected walk Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in intermediate gait; quality and balance in collected walk 3 (Transitions at M, H and F) Well-defined, straight, balanced transitions. 4 A Down center line Halt, salute Leave arena at A and walk on a long rein Bend and balance in turn; straightness on center line; balanced transition; immobile, attentive halt. COLLECTIVE MARKS GAITS (freedom and Steadiness) IMPULSION (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back and steps) SUBMISSION (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s Position and seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: (- ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

109 Note: the letter G, I,, L and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M S I R Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Second Level Dressage Test 3 The purpose of Second Level Tests is to confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints result in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter, which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. The collective marks will address the quality or correctness of the intermediate gait, which is executed differently from horse to horse. The quality of the intermediate gait is based on self-carriage, balance, regularity, rhythm, freedom, straightness and suppleness. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) AVERAGE RIDE TIME: 6:00 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 460 Name of Competition E B Date of Competition Name and Number of Horse V L P Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

110 IJA SECOND LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 3 01 Exhibitor No: Purpose: To confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints resulting in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. ADD: Renvers ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6:00 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEA POINTS CI TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on centerline and in halt; immobile, attentive halt; quality of collected walk prompt, balanced transitions Enter collected walk Halt, Salute Proceed collected walk Track left C Bend and balance in turn; consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, HF F-K Intermediate Gait Collected walk straightness and balance in intermediate gait; quality and balance in collected walk. 3 (Transitions at H and F) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 4 K-E Before E Shoulder-in right Straighten Consistent tempo; quality of collected walk; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in; 5 E-H Before H H-M 6 MK Renvers left Straighten Medium Walk Intermediate Gait Consistent tempo; quality of collected walk; angle. bend and balance in renvers; straightness at H Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, straightness and balance in intermediate gait; quality and balance in collected walk K A Medium Walk Collected walk 7 (Transitions at M and K) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 8 F-B Shoulder in left Consistent tempo; quality of collected walk; Before B Straighten angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in 9 B-M Renvers right Consistent tempo; quality of collected walk; Before M Straighten angle, bend and balance in renvers; 10 C Halt, rein back 3 to 4 steps, proceed medium walk 11 H Between G & M 1 Between G & H Turn left Shorten the stride and half turn on haunches left, proceed medium walk Shorten the stride and half turn on haunches right proceed medium walk Turn right M 13 (Medium Walk) CHG(M)G(H)GM 14 M-R Medium walk RV V-K 15 Before K K 16 F-M M-H Free walk Medium walk Shorten stride in walk Collected Canter left lead Medium canter Collected canter straightness at M Square, immobile halt; willingness, straightness and number of diagonal steps in rein back; clarity of transitions Balance and bend in turn; quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches. Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches Quality and regularity of medium walk Reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; quality and regularity of medium walk; smooth transitions, straightness Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium canter; quality and balance of collected canter 17 (Transitions at F and M) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 18 H Circle left 10m Quality and balance of collected canter; shape and size of circle; bend IJA Manual for Gaited Dressage Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

111 19 Between H & S 0 S-V V-P Simple change Counter canter Half circle 0m in counter canter 1 P-H Change rein across short diagonal M-F Medium canter F-K Collected canter Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of canter and walk Quality and balance in counter canter; shape and size of half circle; bend Quality and balance of canter; straightness Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium canter; quality and balance of collected canter 3 (Transitions at M and F) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 4 K Circle right 10m Quality and balance of collected canter; shape and size of circle; bend 5 Between K & V 6 V-S S-R Simple change Counter canter Half circle 0 m in counter canter 7 R-K Change rein across short diagonal 8 A Down centerline L Collected Walk I Halt, Salute Leave Arena at A in walk on a long rein Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of canter and walk Quality and balance of collected canter; shape and size of circle; bend Quality and balance of canter; straightness Bend and balance in turn; straightness on centerline; prompt, balanced transitions; immobile, attentive halt COLLECTIVE MARKS GAITS (freedom and Steadiness) IMPULSION (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back and steps) SUBMISSION (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s Position and seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: (- ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

112 Note: the letter G, I,, L and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M S I R Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Second Level Dressage Test 3 WESTERN The purpose of Second Level Tests is to confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints result in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope, which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. The collective marks will address the quality or correctness of the intermediate gait, which is executed differently from horse to horse. The quality of the intermediate gait is based on self-carriage, balance, regularity, rhythm, freedom, straightness and suppleness. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) AVERAGE RIDE TIME: 6:00 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 460 Name of Competition E B Date of Competition V L P Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

113 IJA SECOND LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 3 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: Purpose: To confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints resulting in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. ADD: Renvers ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6:00 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEA POINTS CI TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on centerline and in halt; immobile, attentive halt; quality of collected walk prompt, balanced transitions Enter collected walk Halt, Salute Proceed collected walk Track left C Bend and balance in turn; consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, HF F-K Intermediate Gait Collected walk straightness and balance in intermediate gait; quality and balance in collected walk. 3 (Transitions at H and F) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 4 K-E Before E Shoulder-in right Straighten Consistent tempo; quality of collected walk; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in; 5 E-H Before H H-M 6 MK Renvers left Straighten Medium Walk Intermediate Gait Consistent tempo; quality of collected walk; angle. bend and balance in renvers; straightness at H Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, straightness and balance in intermediate gait; quality and balance in collected walk K A Medium Walk Collected walk 7 (Transitions at M and K) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 8 F-B Shoulder in left Consistent tempo; quality of collected walk; Before B Straighten angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in 9 B-M Renvers right Consistent tempo; quality of collected walk; Before M Straighten angle, bend and balance in renvers; 10 C Halt, rein back 3 to 4 steps, proceed medium walk 11 H Between G & M 1 Between G & H Turn left Shorten the stride and half turn on haunches left, proceed medium walk Shorten the stride and half turn on haunches right proceed medium walk Turn right M 13 (Medium Walk) CHG(M)G(H)GM 14 M-R Medium walk RV V-K 15 Before K K 16 F-M M-H Free walk Medium walk Shorten stride in walk Collected Lope left lead Medium lope Collected lope straightness at M Square, immobile halt; willingness, straightness and number of diagonal steps in rein back; clarity of transitions Balance and bend in turn; quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches. Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches Quality and regularity of medium walk Reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; quality and regularity of medium walk; smooth transitions, straightness Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium lope; quality and balance of collected lope 17 (Transitions at F and M) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 18 H Circle left 10m Quality and balance of collected lope; shape Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

114 19 Between H & S 0 S-V V-P Simple change Counter lope Half circle 0m in counter lope 1 P-H Change rein across short diagonal M-F Medium lope F-K Collected lope and size of circle; bend Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of lope and walk Quality and balance in counter lope; shape and size of half circle; bend Quality and balance of lope; straightness Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium lope; quality and balance of collected lope 3 (Transitions at M and F) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 4 K Circle right 10m Quality and balance of collected lope; shape and size of circle; bend 5 Between K & V 6 V-S S-R Simple change Counter lope Half circle 0 m in counter lope 7 R-K Change rein across short diagonal 8 A Down centerline L Collected Walk I Halt, Salute Leave Arena at A in walk on a long rein Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of lope and walk Quality and balance of collected lope; shape and size of circle; bend Quality and balance of lope; straightness Bend and balance in turn; straightness on centerline; prompt, balanced transitions; immobile, attentive halt COLLECTIVE MARKS GAITS (freedom and Steadiness) IMPULSION (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back and steps) SUBMISSION (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s Position and seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: (- ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

115 Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Second Level Dressage Test 4 Note: the letter G, I,, L and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M S I R The purpose of Second Level Tests is to confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints result in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the canter, which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. The collective marks will address the quality or correctness of the intermediate gait, which is executed differently from horse to horse. The quality of the intermediate gait is based on self-carriage, balance, regularity, rhythm, freedom, straightness and suppleness. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) AVERAGE RIDE TIME: 6:00 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 460 Name of Competition E B Date of Competition V L P Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

116 IJA SECOND LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 4 01 Exhibitor No: Purpose: To confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints resulting in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. ADD: Renvers ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6:00 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEA POINTS CI TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on centerline and in halt; immobile, attentive halt; quality of canter; prompt, balanced transitions Enter collected canter Halt, Salute Proceed collected canter Track left Medium canter left lead Simple change of lead; Proceed collected canter right lead Collected canter right lead C HF Bend and balance in turn; consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium canter; quality and balance in collected canter. -K 3 (Transitions at, H) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 4 K-E Before E E 5 E-H H 6 MK K A Shoulder-in right Straighten Medium walk Renvers left Straighten before H Medium Walk Medium canter right lead Medium Walk Collected Canter Consistent tempo; quality of canter; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in; Consistent tempo; quality of medium walk; angle, bend and balance in renvers; straightness at H Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, straightness and balance in medium walk; quality and balance in collected canter 7 (Transitions at M, K and A) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 8 F-B Before B B Shoulder in left Straighten Medium walk Consistent tempo; quality of collected canter and medium walk; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in 9 B-M Before M Renvers right Straighten 10 C Halt, rein back 3 to 4 steps, proceed medium walk 11 H Between G & M 1 Between G & H Turn left Shorten the stride and half turn on haunches left, proceed medium walk Shorten the stride and half turn on haunches right proceed medium walk Turn right M 13 (Medium Walk) CHG(M)G(H)GM 14 M-R Medium walk RV V-K 15 Before K K Free walk Medium walk Shorten stride in walk Collected Canter left lead Consistent tempo; quality of medium walk; angle, bend and balance in renvers; straightness at M Square, immobile halt; willingness, straightness and number of diagonal steps in rein back; clarity of transitions Balance and bend in turn; quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches. Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches Quality and regularity of medium walk Reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; quality and regularity of medium walk; smooth transitions, straightness Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

117 16 F-M M-H Medium canter Collected canter Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium canter; quality and balance of collected canter 17 (Transitions at F and M) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 18 H Circle left 10m Quality and balance of collected canter; shape and size of circle; bend 19 Between H & S 0 S-V V-P Simple change Counter canter Half circle 0m in counter canter 1 P-H Change rein across short diagonal M-F Medium canter F-K Collected canter Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of canter and walk Quality and balance in counter canter; shape and size of half circle; bend Quality and balance of canter; straightness Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium canter; quality and balance of collected canter 3 (Transitions at M and F) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 4 K Circle right 10m Quality and balance of collected canter; shape and size of circle; bend 5 Between K & V 6 V-S S-R Simple change Counter canter Half circle 0 m in counter canter 7 R-K Change rein across short diagonal 8 A Down centerline L Collected Walk I Halt, Salute Leave Arena at A in walk on a long rein Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of canter and walk Quality and balance of collected canter; shape and size of circle; bend Quality and balance of canter; straightness Bend and balance in turn; straightness on centerline; prompt, balanced transitions; immobile, attentive halt COLLECTIVE MARKS GAITS (freedom and Steadiness) IMPULSION (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back and steps) SUBMISSION (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s Position and seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: (- ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

118 Independent Judges Association 016 IJA Second Level Dressage Test 4 WESTERN Note: the letter G, I,, L and D are not marked in the actual arena, but are shown here to provide a visual reminder of their placement. C H G M S I R The purpose of Second Level Tests is to confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints result in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. Marks for quality of gait include the walk and the lope, which are common to all horses and therefore quantifiable. The collective marks will address the quality or correctness of the intermediate gait, which is executed differently from horse to horse. The quality of the intermediate gait is based on self-carriage, balance, regularity, rhythm, freedom, straightness and suppleness. ARENA: STANDARD (0M 60M) AVERAGE RIDE TIME: 6:00 MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS: 460 Name of Competition E B Date of Competition V L P Name and Number of Horse Name of Rider K D F A Final Score Points Percent Name of Judge Signature of Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

119 IJA SECOND LEVEL DRESSAGE TEST 4 01 WESTERN Exhibitor No: Purpose: To confirm that the horse, having achieved the impulsion required in First Level exhibits a more weight bearing posture into the hindquarters in all gaits. Increased suppleness and mobility of joints resulting in a greater degree of straightness, bend, throughness, balance and self-carriage. ADD: Renvers ARENA: STANDARD: (0M 60M) Time Average: 6:00 minutes MAIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS A TEST DIRECTIVE IDEA POINTS CI TOTAL REMARKS Straightness on centerline and in halt; immobile, attentive halt; quality of lope; prompt, balanced transitions Enter collected lope Halt, Salute Proceed collected lope Track left Medium lope left lead Simple change of lead; Proceed collected lope right lead Collected lope right lead C HF Bend and balance in turn; consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium lope; quality and balance in collected lope. -K 3 (Transitions at, H) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 4 K-E Before E E 5 E-H H 6 MK K A Shoulder-in right Straighten Medium walk Renvers left Straighten before H Medium Walk Medium lope right lead Medium Walk Collected Lope Consistent tempo; quality of lope; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in; Consistent tempo; quality of medium walk; angle, bend and balance in renvers; straightness at H Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, straightness and balance in medium walk; quality and balance in collected lope 7 (Transitions at M, K and A) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 8 F-B Before B B Shoulder in left Straighten Medium walk Consistent tempo; quality of collected lope and medium walk; angle, bend and balance in shoulder-in 9 B-M Before M Renvers right Straighten 10 C Halt, rein back 3 to 4 steps, proceed medium walk 11 H Between G & M 1 Between G & H Turn left Shorten the stride and half turn on haunches left, proceed medium walk Shorten the stride and half turn on haunches right proceed medium walk Turn right M 13 (Medium Walk) CHG(M)G(H)GM 14 M-R Medium walk RV V-K 15 Before K K Free walk Medium walk Shorten stride in walk Collected Lope left lead Consistent tempo; quality of medium walk; angle, bend and balance in renvers; straightness at M Square, immobile halt; willingness, straightness and number of diagonal steps in rein back; clarity of transitions Balance and bend in turn; quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches. Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; activity of hind legs, bend and fluency in half turn on haunches Quality and regularity of medium walk Reach and ground cover of free walk allowing complete freedom to stretch the neck forward and downward; quality and regularity of medium walk; smooth transitions, straightness Quality and regularity of shortened walk strides; clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

120 16 F-M M-H Medium lope Collected lope Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium lope; quality and balance of collected lope 17 (Transitions at F and M) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 18 H Circle left 10m Quality and balance of collected lope; shape and size of circle; bend 19 Between H & S Simple change 0 S-V V-P Counter lope Half circle 0m in counter lope 1 P-H Change rein across short diagonal M-F Medium lope F-K Collected lope Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of lope and walk Quality and balance in counter lope; shape and size of half circle; bend Quality and balance of lope; straightness Consistent tempo; moderate lengthening of frame with elasticity, suspension, straightness and uphill balance in medium lope; quality and balance of collected lope 3 (Transitions at M and F) Well defined, straight, balanced transitions 4 K Circle right 10m Quality and balance of collected lope; shape and size of circle; bend 5 Between K & V 6 V-S S-R Simple change Counter lope Half circle 0 m in counter lope 7 R-K Change rein across short diagonal 8 A Down centerline L Collected Walk I Halt, Salute Leave Arena at A in walk on a long rein Clarity, calmness, balance and straightness of transition; quality of lope and walk Quality and balance of collected lope; shape and size of circle; bend Quality and balance of lope; straightness Bend and balance in turn; straightness on centerline; prompt, balanced transitions; immobile, attentive halt COLLECTIVE MARKS GAITS (freedom and Steadiness) IMPULSION (willingness to move forward, suppleness of back and steps) SUBMISSION (attention, confidence, lightness & ease of movements, acceptance of the bit) Rider s Position and seat, correctness & effect of aids Further Remarks: Subtotal: Errors: (- ) Total Points: Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

121 Free Style tests

122 Tips for Freestyle Judges Time: 5 minutes. There is no minimum time. Timing and judging commence when the horse moves off after the entry salute and ceases after the final salute. No bell is sounded at the end of the time limit. Movements after the time limit are not scored. The rider must enter the arena or signal the sound engineer within 45 seconds of the entry bell or will be eliminated. The rider must enter the arena within 0 seconds of the start of the music or will be eliminated. Judges: If or more judges officiate, all judges mark technical and artistic. Except for Championship classes and Prix St. George freestyle, in order to enter a freestyle competition at any level, a rider must have received a minimum score of 58% in the highest test of the declared freestyle level or any test of a higher level at a USEF recognized show. A photocopy of the test verifying eligibility must be submitted with the entry form for a freestyle class. Ties: In case of a tie, the higher Artistic score shall determine the winner. Level Maximum and Minimum Time Limits Time Limit Deductions Points, Half Points Above the Level Movements Music After the Halt Time of Entry Halt and Salute There is a Maximum Time (time limit) but no minimum time. Points are deducted from the total for Artistic impression for exceeding the time limit. There is no minimum time or specified deduction Judges marks for Technical Execution and Artistic Impression must be given in half points or full points. Movements above the level are penalized by a four deduction for the total for Technical Execution for each illegal movement but not for each recurrence of the same movement. Exit music is not regulated. Note: A competitor is not penalized for exit music, either after the final salute or while exiting the arena The rider must enter the arena or signal the sound engineer within 45 seconds of the bell, and the rider must enter the arena within 0 seconds of the start of the music or will be eliminated. At the beginning and the end of a freestyle test, a halt with a salute is compulsory. The halt must be executed facing C. A rider who does not halt for the salute is eliminated. There is a Maximum Time (time limit) but no minimum time. There is a point deduction from the total for Artistic Presentation for being over or being under the time limit. Only full marks are allowed on the Technical (left) side, and only full or half marks on the Artistic (right) side (no tenths). A rider rotating more than half pirouette at Young Riders Freestyle, one full pirouette at Intermediare 1, or double pirouettes at Grand Prix will receive 0 for the movement, plus a score for choreography and degree of difficulty no more than 5. All other movements above the level shall be penalized by elimination. Music must cease at the final salute. Note: In other words the competitor is eliminated for exit music. The rider must enter the arena or signal the sound engineer within 45 seconds of the bell, and the rider must enter the arena within 0 seconds of the start of the music or will be eliminated. Note: A competitor is eliminated for exceeding these time limits. At the beginning and end is compulsory. Note: there is not requirement that the halt must be executed facing C. A rider who does not halt for the salute is eliminated. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

123 Tips for Judging Freestyles: MUSIC AND TIME There is no minimum time limit; but there is a 5-minute maximum. Time begins after first halt and salute. Any movements after the 5-minute limit will not be scored. There is a -point deduction from the Artistic score if time limit exceeds 5 minutes. Entrance and Exit music is not required, but is allowed. MOVEMENTS Movements performed above the level will suffer a 4 point deduction in the technical section of the test. Rider must halt and salute at the beginning and end of performance; facing the judge at C. SCORING Marks for Technical Execution and Artistic Impression may be given in half-points or full points. The Artistic Impressions should reflect the tempo of the horse. The Choreography should reflect an interpretation of the music. REQUIRED MOVEMENTS FOR LEVELS Training Level 0m circle in both directions Free walk of 0m Working walk of 0m Intermediate Gait in both directions for 60m each side FORBIDDEN MOVEMENTS IN REGARDS TO LEVEL OF TEST Training Level Leg yield Rein Back Turn on Haunches Shoulder-in Haunches- in Half-Pass Flying Changes of Lead First Level Shoulder-in Haunches-in Half-Pass Flying Changes of Lead Pirouette in walk or canter Second Level Half- Pass Flying Changes of Lead Pirouette in Canter FINAL SCORE: First Level Leg-yield right and left 15m circle right and left in intermediate gait. Change of direction in intermediate gait 0m free walk (minimum) 10m working walk (minimum) Lengthening of stride in intermediate gait Second Level Shoulder-in right and left in intermediate gait Turn on the haunches in working walk 0m free walk Lengthening of stride in intermediate gait 10 m circle in intermediate gait. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

124 Freestyle Gaited Dressage DATE EHIBITOR Maximum Time: 5 minutes Technical Elements (50%) Artistic Elements (50%) COMMENTS: Total Judge Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

125 GAIT FREESTYLE TRAINING LEVEL ENGLISH/WESTERN 016 DATE: EHIBITOR: Time Limit: 5 minutes Technical Elements Score: Artistic Elements Score: Total Score: Judges Signature: Tips for Judging Freestyle MUSIC AND TIME There is no minimum time limit; but there is a 5 minute maximum. Time begins after first halt and salute. Any movements after the 5-minute limit will not be scored. There is a -point deduction from the Artistic score if time limit exceeds 5 minutes. o Entrance and Exit music is not required, but is allowed. MOVEMENTS Movements performed above the level will suffer a 4 point deduction in the technical section of the test. Rider must halt and salute at the beginning and end of performance; facing the judge at C. SCORING Marks for Technical Execution and Artistic Impression may be given in half-points or full points. The Artistic Impressions should reflect the tempo of the horse. The Choreography should reflect an interpretation of the music. REQUIRED MOVEMENTS o Halt o 0 m circle in both directions o Free walk of 0 m o Working walk of 0 m o Intermediate Gait in both directions for 60m each side FORBIDDEN MOVEMENTS o Leg Yield o Rein Back o Turn on Haunches o Shoulder-In o Haunches-in o Half Pass o Flying Changes of lead Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

126 GAIT FREESTYLE TRAINING LEVEL ENGLISH/WESTERN 016 TECHNICAL EECUTION CUMPULSORY ELEMENTS POSSIBLE POINTS NOTES COEF- FICIENT FINAL SCORE 1.Working Walk (0m min.) 10.Medium Walk (0m min.) M circle at walk 10 L R 4. Free Walk (0m min.) Intermediate Gait (60 m min.) Total Technical Score: Divide by 80 = % COMMENTS: ARTISTIC IMPRESSION POSSIBLE POINTS 1. Rhythm, Energy and Elasticity 10 COEFFI CIENT COMMENTS FINAL SCORE. Harmony between horse and rider Choreography, use of arena, ingenuity and creativity Choice of music and interpretation Degree of Difficulty 10 1 Total Artistic Score: Divide by 100 = % Add the technical and artistic % scores together and divide by for a final percentage. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

127 Gait Freestyle First Level English/Western 016 DATE: EHIBITOR: Time Limit: 5 minutes Technical Elements Score: Artistic Elements Score: Total Score: Judges Signature: Tips for Judging Freestyle MUSIC AND TIME There is no minimum time limit; but there is a 5 minute maximum. Time begins after first halt and salute. Any movements after the 5 minute limit will not be scored. There is a point deduction from the Artistic score if time limit exceeds 5 minutes. Entrance and Exit music is not required, but is allowed. MOVEMENTS Movements performed above the level will suffer a 4 point deduction in the technical section of the test. Rider must halt and salute at the beginning and end of performance; facing the judge at C. SCORING Marks for Technical Execution and Artistic Impression may be given in half-points or full points. The Artistic Impressions should reflect the tempo of the horse. The Choreography should reflect an interpretation of the music. REQUIRED MOVEMENTS o Halt o Leg-yield right and left o 15m circle right and left in intermediate gait. o Change of direction in intermediate gait o 0m free walk (minimum) o 10m working walk (minimum) o Lengthening of stride in intermediate gait FORBIDDEN MOVEMENTS o Shoulder-in o Haunches-in o Half-Pass o Flying Changes of Lead o Pirouette in walk or canter o 15m circle right and left in canter Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

128 GAIT FREESTYLE First Level English/Western 016 TECHNICAL EECUTION CUMPULSORY ELEMENTS 1.Working Walk (0m min.).medium Walk (0m min.) POSSIBLE POINTS NOTES COEF-FICIENT FINAL SCORE 3. Free Walk (0m min.) 4. Intermediate Gait (0m min.) 5. 15m circle at Intermediate Gait 6. Leg-yield at intermediate gait 7. Halt (beginning and end) 10 L R L R 10 Total Technical Score: Divide by 80 = % COMMENTS ARTISTIC IMPRESSION 1. Rhythm, Energy and Elasticity POSSIBLE POINTS COEFFI CIENT 10 COMMENTS FINAL SCORE. Harmony between horse and rider Choreography, use of arena, ingenuity and creativity. 4.Choice of music and interpretation Degree of Difficulty 10 1 Total Artistic Score: Divide by 100 = % Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

129 3 GAIT FREESTYLE FIRST LEVEL 016 ENGLISH DATE: EHIBITOR: Time Limit: 5 minutes Technical Elements Score: Artistic Elements Score: Total Score: Judges Signature: Tips for Judging Freestyle MUSIC AND TIME There is no minimum time limit; but there is a 5-minute maximum. Time begins after first halt and salute. Any movements after the 5-minute limit will not be scored. There is a -point deduction from the Artistic score if time limit exceeds 5 minutes. Entrance and Exit music is not required, but is allowed. MOVEMENTS Movements performed above the level will suffer a 4 point deduction in the technical section of the test. Rider must halt and salute at the beginning and end of performance; facing the judge at C. SCORING Marks for Technical Execution and Artistic Impression may be given in half-points or full points. The Artistic Impressions should reflect the tempo of the horse. The Choreography should reflect an interpretation of the music. REQUIRED MOVEMENTS o Halt o Leg-yield right and left o 15m circle right and left in intermediate gait. o Change of direction in intermediate gait o 0m free walk (minimum) o 10m working walk (minimum) o Lengthening of stride in intermediate gait o Canter FORBIDDEN MOVEMENTS o Shoulder-in o Haunches-in o Half-Pass o Flying Changes of Lead o Pirouette in walk or canter Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

130 3 GAIT FREESTYLE FIRST LEVEL 016 ENGLISH TECHNICAL EECUTION CUMPULSORY ELEMENTS POSSIBLE POINTS NOTES COEF- FICIENT FINAL SCORE 1.Working Walk (0m min.) 10.Medium Walk (0m min.) Free Walk (0m min.) 10 L R 4. Intermediate Gait (0m min.) m circle at Intermediate Gait Leg-yield at intermediate gait Canter quality and transitions 8. Canter 0m circle L R 9. Halt (beginning and end) 10 Total Technical Score: Divide by 100 = % COMMENTS ARTISTIC IMPRESSION POSSIBLE POINTS 1. Rhythm, Energy and Elasticity 10. Harmony between horse and rider Choreography, use of arena, ingenuity and creativity Choice of music and interpretation Degree of Difficulty 10 1 COEFFI CIENT COMMENTS FINAL SCORE Total Artistic Score: Divide by 100 = % Add the technical and artistic % scores together and divide by for a final percentage. Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

131 3 Gait Freestyle Training Level 016 English DATE: EHIBITOR: Time Limit: 5 minutes Technical Elements Score: Artistic Elements Score: Total Score: Judges Signature: Tips for Judging Freestyle MUSIC AND TIME There is no minimum time limit; but there is a 5-minute maximum. Time begins after first halt and salute. Any movements after the 5-minute limit will not be scored. There is a -point deduction from the Artistic score if time limit exceeds 5 minutes. Entrance and Exit music is not required, but is allowed. MOVEMENTS Movements performed above the level will suffer a 4 point deduction in the technical section of the test. Rider must halt and salute at the beginning and end of performance; facing the judge at C. SCORING Marks for Technical Execution and Artistic Impression may be given in half-points or full points. The Artistic Impressions should reflect the tempo of the horse. The Choreography should reflect an interpretation of the music. REQUIRED MOVEMENTS o Halt o 0m circle right and left in intermediate gait. o Change of direction in intermediate gait o 0m free walk (minimum) o 10m working walk (minimum) o Canter FORBIDDEN MOVEMENTS o Shoulder-in o Haunches-in o Half-Pass o Flying Changes of Lead o Pirouette in walk or canter Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

132 3 GAIT FREESTYLE FIRST LEVEL 016 ENGLISH TECHNICAL EECUTION CUMPULSORY ELEMENTS POSSIBLE POINTS NOTES COEF- FICIENT FINAL SCORE 1.Working Walk (0m min.) 10.Medium Walk (0m min.) m circle at walk 10 L R 4. Free Walk (0m min) Intermediate Gait (60m min) m Circle at Intermediate gait 10 L R 7. Canter 0 m Circles (Partial acceptable) L R 8. Halt (beginning and end) L R Total Technical Score: Divide by 90 = % COMMENTS ARTISTIC IMPRESSION POSSIBLE POINTS COEF FICIE NT 1. Rhythm, Energy and Elasticity 10. Harmony between horse and rider 10 3 COMMENTS FINAL SCORE 3.Choreography, use of arena, ingenuity and creativity Choice of music and interpretation Degree of Difficulty 10 1 Total Artistic Score: Divide by 100 = % Add the technical and artistic % scores together and divide by for a final percentage. Judges Signature Independent Judges Association Rule Book Effective January 1, 016; FOSH Copyright

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