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International Freestyle Dressage tests, organised by the FEI, include Pony Riders, Juniors, Young Riders, Intermediate I, Intermediate A/B and Grand Prix. [9] Most National Federations (i.e. USDF, British Dressage) have their own freestyle levels which usually correspond to their established levels of training.
Dressage tests are the formalized sequence of a number of dressage movements used in competition. Although horses and riders are competing against each other, tests are completed by one horse and rider combination at a time, and horses and riders are judged against a common standard, rather than having their performance scored relative to the ...
The United States Dressage Federation, or the USDF, is the national membership federation for the equestrian sport of dressage. Running under the USEF, the Federation is committed to education, recognition of achievement and promotion of dressage in the United States. [1] The USDF was founded in 1973. [2]. It offers year-end awards for every ...
Concours de Dressage International (CDI) is the competition rating for international dressage events. The rating is given by the equestrian governing body FEI. [1] [2] A CDI is divided from one to five stars. The height of the star depends on the class in which the rider competes and the prize money. [3]
There are four divisions offered, Open, Intermediate, Novice, Beginner and Intro. Level specific dressage tests are only offered in the Open, Intermediate and Novice divisions. [3] For Dressage Seat Equitation classes, they are run similar to a hunt seat flat class, but level-appropriate individual testing may also be a part of the class.
United States Dressage Federation (USDF) United States Eventing Association (USEA) US Equestrian Athlete Lettering Program started by the United States Equestrian Foundation offers an incredible opportunity for junior-high and high-school equestrian athletes to receive a varsity letter, just like any other varsity high-school athlete. [1]
Lendon Fentress Gray (born April 13, 1949), [1] is an American dressage champion, [2] author, and former rider of Seldom Seen.. Gray was born in Old Town, Maine, and began riding horses and competing at a young age, originally in the Western and hunt seat schools of equitation.
Double bridles are most commonly associated with dressage and certain horse show classes where formal tack, attire and turnout are standard. They are required for upper level FEI dressage tests (Prix St. Georges (PSG), Intermediaries, and Grand Prix), and are optional at the USDF third and fourth levels. [1]