EQUESTRIAN VICTORIA PROUDLY SUPPORTING BREAST CANCER NETWORK AUSTRALIA presents 2019 MASTERS GAMES A PINK SPORTS DAY 16-17 FEBRUARY 2019 WERRIBEE PARK NATIONAL EQUESTRIAN CENTRE SCHEDULE ENTRIES ARE OPEN NOW ENTER VIA GLOBAL ENTRIES ONLINE AND OPEN TO ALL EA AND HRCAV MEMBERS ENTRIES CLOSE: 1 FEBURARY 2019 This event is proudly ratified by the HRCAV $1.00 from every class entry
SATURDAY 16 FEBRUARY SHOW HORSE OPEN AND SHOW HUNTER DRESSAGE COMBINED TRAINING FRESHMANS SJ COMPLIMENTARY COMPETITORS BBQ Saturday evening: PRESENTATION FROM ACCREDITED OTT RETRAINER SUNDAY 17 FEBRUARY SHOWJUMPING CARRIAGE DRIVING VIC.EQUESTRIAN.ORG.AU/CARRIAGE-DRIVING Rug and Rosette to be presented to the best performed Off The Track Thoroughbred in each of Dressage, Show Horse, Jumping and Combined Training. Rug and rosette to be presented to the best performed coloured horse sponsored by Melton Equestrian Academy. CONTACTS: Deena Peters showhorse@equestrianvictoria.com.au Karen Amore karenamore@equestrianvictoria.com.au ENTRIES: GLOBAL ENTRIES ONLINE: OPEN NOW Merchandise Available. Order now: http://www.wini.com.au/masters-games
RING SCHEDULE DAY EVENT RING *Combined Training - Dressage - Show Jumping Show Horse Open Saturday Show Hunter Sponsored by Heads to Tails Horseware *Dressage Sand Rings 1 to 5 Freshmans Jumping Sunday Show Jumping Carriage Driving * IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING DRESSAGE TESTS: NEW DRESSAGE TESTS HAVE BEEN RELEASED BY EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA THAT WILL COME INTO USE ON 1 ST FEBRUARY 2019. THESE TESTS WILL BE USED AT THIS EVENT. AS THESE TESTS ARE NEW, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND CHECKING THE EA WEBSITE REGULARLY AS CHANGES OR EDITS MAY BE MADE. PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO DOWNLOAD TESTS. http://www.equestrian.org.au/dressage-rules
GENERAL RULES AND CONDITIONS The event is to be run under EA rules insofar as they are applicable to this event and shall include any other rules formulated by the organising committee. We strongly recommend that all competitors obtain a copy of the relevant EA Rules through the EV website vic.equestrian.org.au Duty of Care and Risk Management: The National Equestrian Centre and Equestrian Victoria have a Duty of Care and Risk Management Policy which are available on the EV and WPNEC websites. Member and Child Protection Policy: EA Member Protection Policy and Child Protection Policy and other relevant Codes and Policies relating to the conducting of an equestrian event under EA rules are available on the EA website Codes of Conduct for EA Conducted Equestrian Events: Codes of Conduct for competitors, spectators and volunteers as well as other relevant Codes and Policies relating to the conducting of an equestrian event under EA rules are available at the EA website. Riders Age: The minimum age for entrants is 30 years on or before the first day of competition. Age brackets for this event are as follows: 30 39 years 40 49 years 50 59 years 60+ years Entries: 2019 entries will be by completed via https://www.globalentriesonline.com.au/. Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA): $1.00 from every class entry will be donated to BNCA. Close of Entries: Entries Close 1 FEBRUARY 2019. No late entries will be accepted. If entries are incorrectly filled out, your entry will be returned with a $20 administration fee. Refund Policy: Entry fees may be refunded in full for withdrawals prior to the close of entries less the administration fee. Once entries have closed, 50% of entries will be refunded only with original vet certificate or medical certificate, less administration fee. Once the competition has commenced, there will be no refunds. Medical and vet certificates must be provided within 24hrs of cancellation to receive a 50% refund. Helmets: All helmets must satisfy the new Australian Safety Standards and must be worn at all times whilst mounted. Membership: Riders must be current members of EA or HRCAV at the time of competition. Horses: All horses and ponies must be four (4) years of age or over at the time of nomination. Rider Number: Each horse must wear a bridle or saddle number on each side or a chest number. This must be worn at all times. Competitors to provide their own rider numbers. Gear Check: There will be no gear check points. The onus is on the rider to ensure compliance with discipline rules found on the website. Judges have the right to eliminate a rider if they compete in the incorrect gear. Objections and Disputes: Objections must be made in writing to the organising committee within thirty (30) minutes of completion of the class giving rise to the objection. A formal protest requires a deposit of $100.00 that will be forfeited unless the objection is upheld. All objections must be made through the OC. The decision of the OC will be final and no other discussions will be entered into. Volunteers and Helpers: All competitors are required to provide a volunteer for a couple of hours during the event. The running of equestrian events relies heavily on volunteers. Abuse by a rider or associated person that is aimed at any volunteer or official, staff member (EV and WPNEC) at an EV event will not be tolerated. Incidents of this nature will result in immediate elimination of the rider. Many of our helpers are experienced; others are not. Be sure to ask for assistance if you are unsure of what to do. To keep the event on time, it is crucial for helpers to report to the volunteer coordinator 15 minutes before their scheduled duty begins. We would be grateful if you could please advise whether any helper or volunteer is a Veterinarian, Doctor, Farrier etc. HRCAV Riders Conditions: HRCAV is pleased to ratify HRCAV member involvement at the Masters Games. HRCAV members will be covered by HRCAV insurance when competing in the disciplines of Dressage, Show Horse, Jumping and Combined Training. HRCAV members are not covered by insurance if jumping higher than their assessed level for Jumping or Combined Training. For Insurance purposes, all events involving jumping: HRCAV members must jump at their assessed level or lower. This will be checked upon receiving your entry. HRCAV Members are permitted to wear their club uniform to this event. HRCAV members are not covered for carriage driving or other harness activities.
GENERAL RULES AND CONDITIONS Facility Fee: A WPNEC facility fee of $16.00 per day/per horse is payable at the time of entry. Stables and Yards: All stabling must be booked directly through wpnec.com. au. Email admin@wpnec.com.au or phone 03 9741 7672. Feed and Bedding: Horse feed and bedding can be booked directly through WPNEC and is the responsibility of the competitor. See wpnec.com.au for details. Hot Weather Policy: Horses exercising and competing in hot environmental conditions can be affected by heat stress. When environmental heat conditions are adverse, exercising horses require appropriate cooling measures to safeguard their welfare. The primary responsibility for the welfare of horses competing and exercising during hot weather lies with the rider of the horse. Riders must always take action to prevent, manage and treat heat stress in their horses. Event organisers are responsible for providing adequate facilities and information that riders need to safeguard the welfare of horses. Access to ice and cooling water during competition is a compulsory requirement that arises under certain environmental conditions. Horse Welfare: The welfare of the horse is paramount. Instances of cruelty or mistreatment will be reported to the organising committee. Unsoundness Judges are required to satisfy themselves regarding soundness of all horses and therefore have the authority to stop an unsound horse during competition. At other times a horse that is stopped or reported by an official who considers it to be unsound must attend the Veterinary Surgeon before continuing on in competition. Medication Control Any competitor requested by an official from the Organising Committee to attend for sample testing must present to the Official Veterinary Surgeon as directed. Dogs: Dogs must be under effective control at all times and are not allowed in marshalling or competition areas including any part of the indoor arenas. All dogs must be on a leash at all times. Image Consent: By entering this event you give your consent to EV to copy or reproduce images of yourself as EV may determine, without acknowledgement of yourself and without your entitlement to any remuneration or compensation now or in the future. The images may be used by EV in multimedia productions, publications, brochures and on the website or social media to promote a range of initiatives for EV. EV agrees not to use any image that may be deemed adverse, or defamatory to the person entering this event. Liability: Riders and/or owners whose entries have been accepted will undertake to indemnify the Organising Body against all claims, losses, suits and damages made against or suffered by the Organising Body by reason of any negligent act or omission on the part of any rider, trainer or attendant whilst attending, riding or otherwise handling a horse and agrees that act or omission on the part of such rider or attendant found in any action against the Organising Body to be negligent, shall be deemed to have been negligent for the purpose of any claim under this indemnity. Swabbing: The OC reserves the right to undertake the swabbing of any horse at its discretion. Presentations: All presentations will be unmounted and will take place on the grassed arena facing indoor arena 1. (With the exception of Show Horse & Hunter Classes). Best Performed Coloured horse: will be awarded to the coloured horse (pinto, palomino, appaloosa, dun, buckskin) with the highest championship points. Note: Proof of breed society registration will need to be produced upon request. PLEASE NOTE: Rugs will only be awarded where there is a minimum of 6 competitors. Ribbons and medallions will still be presented. The OC reserves the right to cancel any class due to insufficient numbers. IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING DRESSAGE TESTS: NEW DRESSAGE TESTS HAVE BEEN RELEASED BY EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA THAT WILL COME INTO USE ON 1ST FEBRUARY 2019. THESE TESTS WILL BE USED AT THIS EVENT. AS THESE TESTS ARE NEW, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND CHECKING THE EA WEBSITE REGULARLY AS CHANGES OR EDITS MAY BE MADE. PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO DOWNLOAD TESTS. http://www.equestrian.org.au/dressage-rules
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SATURDAY 16 FEBRUARY SHOW HORSE OPEN GP GRASS ARENA $10 PER CLASS Open to all Show Horses, Ponies, Galloways and Hacks. In the event of insufficient entries (as per OC discretion), champion places will not be awarded. Show ring classes will NOT be divided into age groups; classes will be open to all. Horses must ONLY be campaigned in Show Hunters or Show Hacks, they cannot compete in both, except for Rider Classes. Rug and rosette for the Best Performed Off The Track Thoroughbred in Showing. Medals for Classes & Sashes for Championship. CLASS 1 Best Presented Led Pony 2 Led Small Pony 12.2hh & Under 3 Led Large Pony 12.2hh not exceeding 14hh CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION LED PONY 4 Best Presented Led Galloway 5 Led Small Galloway 14hh not exceeding 14.2hh 6 Led Large Galloway 14.2hh not exceeding 15hh CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION LED GALLOWAY 7 Best Presented Led Hack 8 Led Small Hack 15hh not exceeding 16hh 9 Led Large Hack 16hh & Over CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION LED HACK BEST PRESENTED HORSE OF SHOW - Winners from Best Presented classes eligible. SUPREME LED HORSE - Winners of Champions eligible. 10 Ridden Small Pony 12.2hh & Under (Shetlands not eligible) 11 Ridden Large Pony 12.2hh not exceeding 14hh 12 Best Educated Ridden Pony CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION RIDDEN PONY 13 Ridden Small Galloway 14hh not exceeding 14.2hh 14 Ridden Large Galloway 14.2hh not exceeding 15h 15 Best Educated Ridden Galloway CHAMPION RIDDEN GALLOWAY 16 Ridden Small Hack 15hh not exceeding 16hh 17 Ridden Large Hack 16hh & Over 18 Best Educated Ridden Hack CHAMPION & RESERVE RIDDEN HACK SUPREME CHAMPION RIDDEN HORSE - Champion Ridden exhibits eligible BEST EDUCATED HORSE OF SHOW Best educated class winners eligible 19 Rider 30 years to 39 years 20 Rider over 40 years to 49 years 21 Rider over 50 to 59 years 22 Rider 60+ years CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION RIDER NOTE: Riders of both Show Horse Open and Hunter Horses eligible to compete.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SATURDAY 17 FEBRUARY SHOW HUNTER SPONSORED BY HEADS TO TAILS HORSEWARE GP GRASS ARENA $10 PER CLASS The OC reserves the right to alter or cancel events at any time. In the event of insufficient entries (as per OC discretion), champion places will not be awarded. Show ring classes will NOT be divided into age groups; classes will be open to all. Horses must ONLY be campaigned in Show Hunters or Show Hacks, they cannot compete in both. Rug and rosette for the Best Performed Off The Track Thoroughbred in showing. SHOW HUNTER HORSE MAY COMPETE IN RIDER CLASSES IN RING 1. CLASS 23 Best Presented Hunter Led Pony 24 Led Small Show Hunter Pony 12.2hh & Under 25 Led Large Show Hunter Pony 12.2hh not exceeding 14hh CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION LED SHOW HUNTER PONY 26 Best Presented Led Hunter Galloway 27 Led Small Show Hunter Galloway 14hh not exceeding 14.2hh 28 Led Large Show Hunter Galloway 14.2hh not exceeding 15hh CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION LED SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY 29 Best Presented Led Hunter Hack 30 Led Small Show Hunter Hack 15hh not exceeding 16hh 31 Led Large Show Hunter Hack 16hh & Over CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION SHOW HUNTER LED HACK 32 Ridden Small Show Hunter Pony 12.2hh & Under (Shetlands not eligible) 33 Ridden Large Show Hunter Pony 12.2hh not exceeding 14hh 34 Best Educated Ridden Hunter Pony CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION SHOW HUNTER RIDDEN PONY 35 Ridden Small Show Hunter Galloway 14hh not exceeding 14.2hh 36 Ridden Large Show Hunter Galloway 14.2hh not exceeding 15hh 37 Best Educated Ridden Hunter Galloway CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION SHOW HUNTER RIDDEN GALLOWAY 38 Ridden Small Show Hunter Hack 15hh not exceeding 16hh 39 Ridden Large Show Hunter Hack 16hh & Over 40 Best Educated Ridden Hunter Hack CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION SHOW HUNTER RIDDEN HACK SUPREME CHAMPION RIDDEN HUNTER HORSE Champion Ridden exhibits eligible BEST EDUCATED HUNTER HORSE OF SHOW Best Educated Class winners eligible
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SATURDAY 16 FEBRUARY DRESSAGE RINGS 1 TO 5 ENTRY FEE $30 PER CLASS Classes will be broken into the following age groups with Medals awarded for 1st-3rd: 30-39 years, 40-49 years, 50-59 years and 60+ years and over. Overall Champion of each grade will receive an embroidered rug and rosette. Rug and rosette for the Best Performed Off The Track Thoroughbred overall in Dressage. If entries are less than 6 then no rug will be awarded. CLASS 41 Prep Dressage Test C 42 Prep Dressage Test D 43 Preliminary 1A 44 Preliminary 1C 45 Novice 2A 46 Novice 2C 47 Elementary 3A 48 Elementary 3C 49 Medium 4A 50 Medium 4C 51 Advanced 5A 52 Advanced 5C IMPORTANT NOTE: NEW DRESSAGE TESTS HAVE BEEN RELEASED BY EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA THAT WILL COME INTO USE ON 1 ST FEBRUARY 2019. THESE TESTS WILL BE USED AT THIS EVENT. AS THESE TESTS ARE NEW, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND CHECKING THE EA WEBSITE REGULARLY AS CHANGES OR EDITS MAY BE MADE. PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO DOWNLOAD TESTS. http://www.equestrian.org.au/dressage-rules
SATURDAY 16 FEBRUARY COMBINED TRAINING GP GRASS ARENA ENTRY FEE $45 PER CLASS Classes will be broken into the following age groups with Medals awarded for 1st-3rd: 30-39 years, 40-49 years, 50-59 years and 60+ years and over. Overall Champion of each level will receive an embroidered rug and rosette. Rug and rosette for the Best Performed Off The Track Thoroughbred, (best overall score) with least amount of penalties. If entries are less than 6 then no rug will be awarded. CLASS DRESSAGE JUMPING HEIGHT 53 Preliminary 1B 45cm 54 Preliminary 1C 65cm 55 Novice 2B 80cm 56 Novice 2C 95cm 57 Elementary 3B 105cm IMPORTANT NOTE: NEW DRESSAGE TESTS HAVE BEEN RELEASED BY EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA THAT WILL COME INTO USE ON 1 ST FEBRUARY 2019. THESE TESTS WILL BE USED AT THIS EVENT. AS THESE TESTS ARE NEW, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND CHECKING THE EA WEBSITE REGULARLY AS CHANGES OR EDITS MAY BE MADE. PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO DOWNLOAD TESTS. http://www.equestrian.org.au/dressage-rules Jumping Rules http://www.equestrian.org.au/sites/default/files/ea_national_jumping_rules_cleanversion_01072018.pdf
SATURDAY 16 FEBRUARY FRESHMAN S JUMPING GP GRASS ARENA ENTRY FEE $3 PER ROUND OR 2 ROUNDS FOR $5 OPEN TO ALL RIDERS. 45cm 65cm 80cm 95cm 105cm Jumping Rules http://www.equestrian.org.au/sites/default/files/ea_national_jumping_rules_cleanversion_01072018.pdf
SUNDAY 17 FEBRUARY SHOWJUMPING GP GRASS ARENA $30 PER HEIGHT COMPRISES OF TWO PHASE Article 274.5.6, TABLE C Article 239 AND COMPETITION OVER TWO ROUNDS Article 238.2.2 Rug and rosette for the Best Performed Off The Track Thoroughbred. If entries are less than 6 then no rug will be awarded. Overall Champion in each level will receive an embroidered rug and rosette. CLASS HEIGHT 58 50cm 59 65cm 60 80cm 61 95cm 62 105cm Jumping Rules http://www.equestrian.org.au/sites/default/files/ea_national_jumping_rules_cleanversion_01072018.pdf
SUNDAY 17 FEBRUARY CARRIAGE DRIVING GP GRASS ARENA FOR INFORMATION AND ENTRY FORM VISIT: vic.equestrian.org.au/content/ev-masters-games-ncdv-harness-show