From the President October 2010

From the President October 2010 It was so disappointing that we had to cancel the Championships competition. Mary and I umed and ahed a lot when we went out to the grounds on the Saturday morning (in the freezing wind) because we really wanted to believe the grounds were OK, but realistically they were just too wet, and it would not have been safe. Of course the Sunday was a beautiful day just to rub it in!! However, we have transferred the SCEC Horseland 2010 Dressage Championships to our next (and last for the year) competition date Sunday 28 November and as all the sponsors were happy for their support to be carried forward, all the same prizes (and there s lots of them, and they are good) will be on offer then. A number of people took us up on the offer to carry forward their championship entry to the new date if you haven t let us know, and you would like your entry to be carried forward, please contact either myself or Mary and let us know. Otherwise please send your entry in the usual way closing date is Friday 5 November. The other upcoming event will be the SCEC AGM and Horse of the Year Awards night. As we did last year, we are avoiding the busy pre Christmas time and will hold this event mid January and again we are hoping to book the Aviator Lounge at Albion Park Airport. Watch your email for a flyer with further details about this event a horsey (sans horses) social event that is always good fun!! The AGM is also when the committee for the upcoming year is decided. SCEC operates with quite a small committee and extra hands are always appreciated. Also, a number of our long October 2010 standing committee members have indicated that they will not be standing again this year (they have done their bit, and wish to retire gracefully). So please consider putting your hand up and joining the committee (no experience necessary) many people enjoy the events that SCEC puts on during the year, but it takes people to make those events happen. If you are at all interested I would encourage you to contact either myself or Mary, and we can give you further information on the role and responsibilities of the SCEC committee. Don t forget to get your entries in for the SCEC Horseland 2010 Dressage Championships entries close in just over a week. Hope to see you all there Frances President, SCEC

Next Competition SCEC CHAMPIONSHIPS 28th November, 2010 Entries close 5th November

Secretary s Report October 2010 Spring really turned the tables on our success rate for good competition weather this time round, a real disappointment with the Championships having to be cancelled. For those who felt slightly unprepared, you have until the end of November to get it all together. Then we hope for better conditions on the grounds. We have repaired damage to the last arena and spent quite a bit of effort making sure all arenas are hazard free no small task on occasion as the arena area seems to be popular for late night revellers who tend to leave the place littered with cans & bottles. We still have all those fantastic prizes for you to compete for so make sure your entries are in early. Championship competitions tend to attract a high number of competitors so it may be impossible to accept late entries, especially those that turn up a week before the comp!! On the subject of entries, PLEASE print your details clearly and make sure that you fill in all sections with current details. We cannot use information such as banking details from previous forms and if you are sending credit card details please note that we cannot process your details without your ccv number. At our last committee meeting it was decided that the HOTY presentation, combined with the AGM would once more be held in the new year. This takes the pressure off everyone involved in the mad pre Christmas rush and gives us all something to look forward to at the beginning of the year. We will advise you all of dates and the venue closer to the time. The championship competition will therefore be the last one to count toward points for 2010. Now is a good time for everyone to think about the direction in which they would like to see the club go next year. The majority of our financial members compete from Prep to Novice level so you have the greatest sway when it comes to deciding what kinds of activities and events you would like to see organised. Some food for thought we are an equestrian club in name so do not have to stick to the confines of dressage competitions only. It just depends upon who is willing to organise what. Finally I will not be standing for the position of secretary again next year. With more travel and some significant family events on the horizon I will not be around all the time. Although the associated duties are not difficult or excessively time consuming, it does not make for efficient management if the record keeper/mail collector etc is not around. It also puts unnecessary pressure on other committee members. So as I have been involved with the committee since 1997, I think its time to take a back seat. The club lap top will go to who ever takes the job on and I am more than happy to provide any support or explanation needed for a smooth transition. As has often been said, for your club to run to maximum efficiency, the efforts of more than a small handful of volunteers is needed, so please think about coming on board and let one of the current committee know you will be available. In the meantime, happy preparations for the Championships and see you in November. 2010 SCEC Secretary Mary

Judges Writer (penciller) Guidelines Each judge has a writer whose job it is to record the marks (scores) and comments given by the judge during a dressage test. Each judge has a writer with them for this purpose. The skills necessary to be a good writer include the following: writers should have good hearing, be able to write neatly and have a good understanding of written and spoken English. Judging usually takes place from a car, which means the job is not physically strenous but writers need to be able to get in and out of cars and walk to where the judges cars are parked. For this reason this job is not suitable for people in wheelchairs. The following information will assist writers in their task of writing: 1. Read through the test before the event so you are familiar with the movements and flow of test. 2. Be on time for your pencilling appointment - preferably arrive at least 15 minutes before the test is due to start and report to the organisers. 3. Take a pen along with you (check that it is working), always good to have 2 on hand. 4. Ask the judge how she/he operates, (eg, gives comments then mark) and inform the judge that you are new to writing if this is the case. - The judge will give you a mark out of 10 for every movement and usually makes a comment as well. It is important that you record every mark correctly and this must take precedence over the recording of the comments. 5. Make sure that all details such as : judgeing position (C, M, E etc), Riders Name, Horse Name and Bridle number, Official versus Associate are correctly noted on the top of the test paper. Also print the name of the judge in the space provided on the test paper. 6. Use the list of abbreviations and symbols to assist with recording the comments to save time when writing. Make other abbreviations as you see fit (as long as they will be understood). Sometimes a copy is included in the folder with judging sheets or if not ask the Club Secretary to provide you with one for easy reference. 7. Write neatly and be accurate in completing the test sheet. 8. Ensure there is a mark in every square for each movement. 9. Notify the judge when they miss a mark. 10. Mark all errors of course with an E/C or * in the right hand remarks column and circle the appropriate number of errors incurred during the test in the errors section at the bottom of the test paper. 11. Only return sheets to the scorers for competitors who competed. Do not mark papers with names of horse/riders who scratched (SCR) or did not apper (DNA). This is unnecessary waste of paper (help save trees). 12. Mark DNA on the draw sheet provided and tick each horse that competes to enable scorers to know there should be a test paper for that competitor. 13. If it is necessary to alter a mark, cross out the old one and re-write the new mark and make sure the judge initials the alteration. 14. Judges must sign every test paper before handing it over to a runner/official collecting papers. 15. Please take care when writing down numers to avoid confusion with scoring. Badly written numbers cause delays with the test paper having to be returned to the judge for checking.

Dressage test abbreviations Abbreviation Meaning Abbreviation Meaning Abbreviation Meaning BAL balance COLL collected CL centre line EXT extension ELIM eliminated ENG engagement E/C error of course FWD forward F/H forehand FC Flying change FLEX flexion H/P half pass HLT halt IMP impulsion IRREG irregular INSUFF insufficient IMM immobile MED medium PIR pirouette PREP preparation RB Rein back REG regular RES resistance RET retired RHY rhythm SC Single change SUFF sufficient TRANS transition STR straight SCR scratched TRL trailing NE Not executed DNA did not appear q square crooked line O Circle 1/4 s quarters S/O Strike off O/T over track What is in it for you??? Riders and coaches (who are not judges), may not fully appeciate what a judge is looking for when judgeing dressage copmetitions. Sometimes expressions used by judges are not fully understood by rides/coaches. Riders and coaches may have a different perspective on what a judge wants to see in a dressage test. You will become familliar with the terminology used by judges. Seeing a test from the judges position will help you when competing in dressage competitions. Witness first hand what the judge can see from various judgeing positions around the arena (short side versus long side). Writing for judges will give you a competitive edge. Reproduced with permission from Centreline (September/October 2010, p13-14)

2010 SCEC Committee President Frances Simmonds (02) 4236 0680 0411 092 207 francess@uow.edu.au Vice President Leanne Micallef (02) 4262 5523 0439 464 631 leanne.micallef@three.com.au Please remember to secure your valuables at competitions. Treasurer & Public Officer Katherine McMaster 0408 861 086 paddockwarrior@bigpond.com Secretary Mary Tweed (02) 4236 0482 info@southcoastequestrianclub.com.au Newsletter Ewa Mantaj ewamantaj@hotmail.com Judges Convenor Caroline Morley 0408 183 462 caroline.morley@bigpond.com Committee Tibby Barbour Kim McDonald southcoastequestrianclub.com.au

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HOTY point score update The following are the current point score leaders in each category Preparatory Natasha Hicks and Namarray C down on 36 points Pony Sara Rossall and Verses on 24 points Junior Angus Fripp and Toby on 12 points Preliminary Elise Ahling and Arizona Py on 24 points Pony Merryn Bice on KC Bridie on 40 points Junior Shania Hobart and Powys Honeysuckle on 18 points Novice Kim McDonald and Warburton Regatta on 33 points Pony Kristen Smith on Broadway Park R F on 40 points Junior Shania Hobart and Powys Honeysuckle on 6 points Elementary Ebony Holz and Kinnordy Garrod on 27 points Medium Kim McDonald and Reveller on 30 points Advanced Ros Quist and Valhalla Flemming on 18 points Prix StGeorge Maxine Fripp and Overbrook Honeymeyer on 6 points 2011 SCEC MEMBERSHIP Join NOW and pay 2010 Price

Sunday 28 November 2010 Terry Reserve, Albion Park SCEC HORSELAND 2010 CHAMPIONSHIPS competition including Junior and Pony and all FEI Classes Total Prize Pool worth thousands of dollars! Enter and claim your share! Champion rugs and trophies Reserve champion prizes Test winners and place getters - great product prizes Entry forms available at www.southcoastequestrianclub.com.au Or see your local saddlery Entries close 5 November 2010 Want more information email info@southcoastequestrianclub.com.au Or phone Mary 02 4236 0482 or Frances 02 4236 0680

SCEC Horseland Championships Program Prep 3 Associate, Junior, Pony, Official Prep 4 Associate, Junior, Pony, Official Right Choice Real Estate Preparatory Champion & Reserve Preliminary 1C Associate, Junior, Pony, Official Preliminary 1D Associate, Junior, Pony, Official Paddock Planet Preliminary Champion & Reserve Foxwood Warmbloods Equus Designs Novice 2C Associate, Junior, Pony, Official Novice 2D Associate, Junior, Pony, Official Foxwood Warmbloods Novice Champion & Reserve Elementary 3C Associate, Official Elementary 3D Associate, Official Equus Designs Elementary Champion & Reserve Medium 4B Associate, Official Medium 4C Associate, Official Virbac Medium Champion & Reserve Advanced 5B Associate, Official Advanced 5C Associate, Official Premier Illawarra Advanced Champion & Reserve

Pony Champion & Reserve Junior Champion & Reserve Senior Highest Point Score Trophy Junior Highest Point Score Trophy Prix St George - Official Intermediate I Official Intermediate II - Official Grand Prix - Official Horseland FEI Champion & Reserve

SOUTH COAST EQUESTRIAN CLUB COMPETITION PROGRAMME FOR 2010 Sunday 7 March Sunday 18 April Sunday 20 June Sunday 22 August Sunday 17 October Championships Sunday 28 November Championships Prep 1 EFA Prep 1 EFA Prep 2 EFA Prep 2 EFA Prep 3 EFA Prep 3 EFA Prep 2 EFA Prep 3 EFA Prep 3 EFA Prep 4 EFA Prep 4 EFA Prep 4 EFA Prelim 1A Prelim 1A Prelim 1B Prelim 1B Prelim1C Prelim1C Prelim 1B Prelim 1C Prelim 1C Prelim 1D Prelim 1D Prelim 1D Novice2A Novice2A Novice 2B Novice 2B Novice 2C Novice 2C Novice 2B Novice 2C Novice 2C Novice 2D Novice 2D Novice 2D Elementary 3A Elementary 3A Elementary 3B Elementary 3B Elementary 3C Elementary 3C Elementary 3B Elementary 3C Elementary 3C Elementary 3D Elementary 3D Elementary 3D Medium 4A Medium 4A Medium 4B Medium 4A Medium 4B Medium 4B Medium 4B Medium 4C Medium 4C Medium 4C Medium 4C Medium 4C Advanced 5A Advanced 5A Advanced 5B Advanced 5A Advanced 5B Advanced 5B Advanced 5B Advanced 5C Advanced 5C Advanced 5C Advanced 5C Advanced 5C *Prix St George *Prix St George *Prix St George *Prix St George Prix St George *Prix St George *Inter 1 *Inter 1 *Inter 1 *Inter 1 Inter 1 *Inter 1 *Inter 2 *Inter 2 *Inter 2 *Inter 2 Inter 2 *Inter 2 * Grand Prix * Grand Prix * Grand Prix * Grand Prix Grand Prix *Grand Prix Closing date 10 February Closing date 24 March Closing date 26 May Closing date 28 July Closing date 22 September Closing date 5 November Associate tests can be ridden, Pony or Junior, Official tests can be ridden or Official Pony. * Please note we will endeavour to run FEI tests as Official depending on the availability of the appropriate judges.

2010 DRESSAGE COMPETITION ENTRY FORM DATE OF COMPETITION: Closing Date for Entries: Rider s Name Rider s Phone Rider s Address Postcode Rider s Email All Hotmail users please include a self address business sized envelope so you will still receive the draw. Owner s Name Owner s EFA No Owner s Address Postcode Rules & Regulations I agree to abide by the conditions of entry and the rules and regulations set down for the conduct of a dressage event. Rider s Signature: Date Parent / Guardian signature if under 16. Many volunteers are needed in order to run competitions. Members are expected to help a minimum of one competition per year. Please let us know if you can help at this competition, even for just a few hours. We need pencillers, gear stewards, runners, scorers etc. (Minimum 1 Hour). Are you able to help on the day? Yes No What would you like to help with?...... How long can you help for?... Can you nominate someone who can help? Name Ph To compete at SCEC competitions, you must be a member of SCEC Inc of the EFA. CONDITIONS OF ENTRY 1. This competition will be held in accordance with EFA rules (1st January 2008). Available on www.efanational.com. 2. Neither South Coast Equestrian Club, nor the owner of the grounds, accepts any liability for any accidents, damage, injury or illness to horses, owners, riders, spectators or any other person or property whatsoever. 3. Competition is open to Horses, Galloways and Ponies (including stallions). Horses may only be ridden on the grounds by the designated competitor. 4. Only horses entered in a competition are allowed on the grounds. 5. Horses may not compete in more than two consecutive levels - i.e. Prep/Preliminary; Preliminary/ Novice. 6. Riders are restricted to 3 tests per horse and a maximum of 2 horses per test. 7. Ponies are 14.2hh or less (149cm with shoes or 148cm without). Pony entries are open and there is no restriction on the age of the rider. 8. Junior riders are 17 years and under at the time of entry. Junior riders are eligible to compete in, Pony or Junior categories but cannot compete in more than one category. 9. Associate classes are conducted under EFA Rules. Riders must be a member of the EFA at least Associate level or a member of SCEC Inc. There is no restriction on age. Horses are not required to be EFA registered and there is no restriction on height. If a horse is, or has been, graded, it may only compete at its graded level or above, or HC in a lower level. 10. Entry forms will be dated as received. If the competition is oversubscribed, entries will be entered in the draw in order of date received. Late entries will be placed on a reserve list. 11. Entries will only be accepted if the form is filled out correctly with correct payment included and the disclaimer signed. Incorrectly completed entries will be returned. 12. Copies of the tests are available through the SCEC website. 13. HC may be entered until 5 days before the competition day; once you have entered HC it will not be removed. HC entries do not receive points or prizes. 14. Scratchings will be accepted with a full refund up until 8pm on the day the entries close. No refunds after this time. 15. Draws will be sent by email where at all possible -in order to reduce the use of paper and to ensure competitors receive the draw as soon as possible. Please provide your email address if you wish to receive the draw in this way. Copies of the draw will only be provided to competitors who provide a stamped, self-addressed business sized envelope with their entries. Those who do not have email or provide a SAE may access the draw on the SCEC website www.southcoastequestrianclub.com.au. 16. Callers are permitted.

2010 DRESSAGE COMPETITION ENTRY FORM Horse No1: EFA No: Test Assoc Off Pony Junior Rider EFA No Bridle No Points Fee Total $ Horse No2: EFA No: ENTRY FEES (per test, per rider) Official: Members = $20 Non-Members = $25 Associate: Members = $15 Non-Members = $20 Total Test Fees $ Admin Fee $ 10.00 Building fundraising donation $ TOTAL $ Please send me a receipt for my entry fees Test Assoc Off Pony Junior Rider EFA No Bridle No Points Fee Total $ Horse No3: EFA No: Test Assoc Off Pony Junior Rider EFA No Bridle No Points Fee Total $ I have enclosed a cheque/money order for Amount Please charge my Visa Mastercard Amount Date or Card Number: Expiry Date: / CCV Number: _ last 3 digits on back of card Full Name on Card Card Holders Signature Copies of the draw will be emailed where possible and only mailed to those who include a stamped self addressed business sized envelope. ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED AT POST OFFICE BY CLOSING DATE. LATE ENTRIES WILL BE PLACED ON A RESERVE LIST. POST ENTRIES TO: SOUTH COAST EQUESTRIAN CLUB PO BOX 179, JAMBEROO NSW 2533

2010 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM We/I hereby apply for membership of the South Coast Equestrian Club Inc: Family Name: Given Name/s: Address: Postcode: Email (please print VERY clearly): Contact Nos: BH: AH: Mobile: Rider Name: DOB: EFA Reg #: Horses Name: Horse s EFA #: Horse s Bridle #: Pony (must not exceed 149cm with shoes or 148cm without shoes): Yes/No (EFA Registration and Bridle number required to compete in official tests) Pony Height: Rider Name: DOB: EFA Reg #: Horses Name: Horse s EFA #: Horse s Bridle #: Pony (must not exceed 149cm with shoes or 148cm without shoes): Yes/No Pony Height: Non Rider Name(s): I agree to abide by the Rules of the South Coast Equestrian Club Inc (SCEC). I understand that my membership is per calendar year and that I am entitled to members rates at all South Coast Equestrian Club Inc events within this period. Please note that all members are expected to help at competitions and other club events during the year as part of their membership. A friend or relative can also provide help in your place. Jobs are many and varied, for varying lengths of time (a whole day is appreciated but not required). We cannot run events without your help! Signed:... Date:... PRESIDENT: DOUG SYMES _ 4448 6264 SECRETARY: MARY TWEED _ 4236 0482 Membership Fees (per calendar year start Jan 2010): Send cheque/money order to: Full Riding member $50.00 South Coast Equestrian Club Inc. Subsequent family members $25.00 PO Box 179 Social member $25.00 Jamberoo NSW 2533 I have enclosed a cheque/money order (made out to South Cost Equestrian Club Inc) for $ Please charge my Visa Mastercard Amount:... Date:... Card no: Expiry date: / CCV no: (LAST 3 DIGITS ON BACK OF CARD) Full name on card:... Cardholder s Signature:... (Enquiries to Mary Tweed 02 4236 0482)

Member Release and Waiver of Liability Full Name of participant (and guardian if under 18 years): SOUTH COAST EQUESTRIAN CLUB (Inc.) PO Box 179 Jamberoo NSW 2533 ABN 67 462 820 496... Address... State... Post Code... Date of birth... Name of Club/Organisation... Membership No.... Address of Event / Activity... In consideration for being permitted to participate in any way in horse sport activities, I, the undersigned, understand, acknowledge and accept that: Horse sports are a dangerous recreational activity and horses can act in a sudden and unpredictable (changeable) way, especially if frightened or hurt. There is a significant risk that serious INJURY or DEATH may result from horse sport activities. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, and I voluntarily PARTICIPATE at my OWN RISK and assume sole responsibility for any injury, death or property damage I may suffer that arises from my participation in horse sport activities. I understand and acknowledge the dangers associated with the consumption of alcohol or any mind altering drugs before and during the activities and I take full responsibility for any injury, loss or damage associated with their consumption. I agree not to drink alcohol or take drugs prohibited by law before or during any horse sports activities. I agree to follow the directions of any event organiser or official and that any misconduct or refusal by me to follow any direction of any organiser or official can result in the CANCELLATION of my participation in the activities and my immediate removal from my horse NO MATTER where that may occur. I understand that any such non-compliance may result in injury, death and/or permanent disability as a result of my failure to comply. I agree to wear a helmet at all times whilst riding where this is required under the relevant EFA and FEI rules and regulations and agree that I am solely responsible for ensuring that whilst riding I wear a suitable helmet at all times where required under the relevant EFA and FEI rules and regulations and take sole responsibility for my actions. I have had sufficient opportunity to read this assumption of risk agreement, fully understand its terms and sign it freely and voluntarily. Dated:.../.../... Signature of rider/guardian... For Participants of Minority Age (Under Age 18) This is to certify that I, as a parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, acknowledge, understand and accept ALL OF THE ABOVE and consent and agree to my minor child s involvement or participation in horse sport activities. Dated:.../.../... Signature of rider/guardian...

Stop Press Smart SCEC club shirts & saddle cloths are on order: Navy blue with white piping and discrete club logo, in a breathable fabric (shirts) Ideal for training days, use at home or smart casual wear Great value at $25.00 for standard shirt sizes from 8 to 24 Saddle cloths $50.00 Try before you buy at our next competition day or order by email, phone or fax Yes please, I (name) would like to order SCEC club shirts. Size would like to order SCEC club saddle cloth/s Delivery at competition day or add $9.95 for mailing option I have enclosed a cheque/money order (made out to South Coast Equestrian Club Inc) for $ Please charge my Visa Mastercard Amount:... Date:... Card no: Expiry date: / CCV no: (LAST 3 DIGITS ON BACK OF CARD) Full name on card:... Cardholder s Signature:...