The term is sometimes used to describe certain types of exhibition or horse show classes where quality and good manners of the horse are. Just one convenient, daily dose lasts up to 24 hours. The general counsel may immediately correct misspelled words, minor. Rules affecting hunterjumper competition effective dec. Hack within the activity of equestrianism commonly refers to one of two things. Usefava national championships august 25, 2018 gilroy, ca.
Classes other than the ones described in this book may be included in the prize list of any 4h horse show. Childrens hunter pony, green pony hunter, regular pony. The flat walk should be an elastic, ground covering and collected four beat gait maintaining proper form and consistency in stride. Tules youll need to check most often arrrrands for drerte are also rules concerning elimination in the grulegrection at the front of the rule book, particularly chapter 8. Thank you in advance for your understanding and patience. This initiative is sponsored by the hagyard equine medical institute. Additional classes should conform to the rules of the united states equestrian federation usef or the american quarter horse association. Ponies shown by a junior in any rated pony hunter sections i. Know before you show new rules for a new competition year. Wchs qualifying requirements map and region listings.
United states equestrian federation 4001 wing commander way lexington, ky 40511 p. Despite the attempt to make the distinction between amateurs and professionals as black and white as possible, theres still a choppy gray river running through the middle of gr6 thats easy to get. In response to the other poster, i think youll find it impossible to get any agent to write a letter stating that a policy will cover x, y or z unless it is the most obvious of coverages. By the end of van sinderens tenure in 1960, the rule book had grown to one hundred and sixtyeight pages.
Equioxx is the first and only coxib nsaid approved for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses. This edition of the 2016 usef rulebook contains the thirteen chapters that make up the general rules. Due to its location in the rule book, a portion of the approved rule change. Rules of the united states equestrian federation, inc.
Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u. Beginning with the 2008 competition year, the entire usef rule book will be available on a convenient usb flash drive commonly known as a memory stick. In the event that a standard within this section exceeds the requirement in other federation rules, the higher standard is applicable. The united states equestrian federation takes seriously its role as a governing body for equestrian sport and implements programs and policies to protect human and equestrian athletes usef rule changes that were passed by effective date and presented at. While tserule book is heavy going, its easily accessible online at, has a userfriendly search function, and has printable pages. The usef rule book lays out extensive guidelines as to which riders are eligible for amateur status in gr6 read the amateur rule here. The national equestrian federation of the united states. To promote integrity, honesty, equal opportunity, fair play, responsibility, respect and enjoyment in equestrian sport. Any rule not stated in this book will be regulated by rules described by the above organizations. In equitation classes only the rider is being judged, therefore, any horse that is suitable for a particular style of riding i. Specifications and annexes referenced in the 2020 usef rulebook. Knowledge of and compliance with the rules of the federation. Proposed rule changes, presidential modifications, and archived. The ushja is a competitionbased sport organization that serves our members through educational programs, awards and recognition, communication and rules.
The usef rulebook is designed to delineate boundaries that create an environment for fair and honest competition within which equestrians can enjoy. The crosscountry course will be closed to all competitors on the same date. The place on the entry blank for a parent or guardian to sign does not ask for a usef number. It should be executed in a brisk manner that is compatible with the type of class. The ushja is helping members know before you show with a simple guide of rule changes taking effect for the new competition year. Speak to me of the insurance that comes with your usef. Information will be updated as soon as it becomes available. Usef rule book dr111 in the legyield, the horse is moving sideways and forward on two tracks, away from the riders inside leg. The deadlines to submit proposed rule changes to be considered by the board of directors at their 2020 summer meeting are. The ushja is the us equestrianrecognized national affiliate for the hunter and jumper disciplines. Usef updates rulebook with extraordinary rule changes. Usef method for calculating points for champion and reserve at an a show may. Each show must indicate which circuit their points will count for. For the purposes of usef rules, the following definitions apply to usef licensed competitions.
Rules for that competition and other international competitions are found in the fei booklet, rules for dressage events. Click here for a comprehensive list of rule changes that were approved in 2019 for the 2020 competition year. The aqha official handbook of rules and regulations is updated yearly after undergoing careful scrutiny by aqha. The usea is a nonprofit 501c3, educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. All disputes will be heard by the hearing committee, and all rulings issued by the same will be final. Us equestrian usef has updated the usef rules for eventing with the extraordinary rule changes passed at their annual meeting. This edition of the 2016 usef rule book contains the chapter for american saddlebred sb plus the breeddiscipline chapters referenced by the sb chapter of equitation eq.
As a part of our efforts to protect the health of our employees, us equestrian is working under a flexible work plan for our staff. Lexington, ky those usef members who wish to receive a 2008 usef rule book now have a choice of formats. As we transition to this modified format, there may be interruptions to service. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. Now its easy to keep the united states equestrian federations rules handy wherever you go.
Usef extraordinary rule changes for dressage chronicle. Dec 2011 starting with the 2011 show season, the ahja recognizes two separate circuits. Hunter jumper association is helping members know before you show with a simple guide of rule changes taking effect for the new competition year. Welcome to the united states hunter jumper association. Hunter, wihs pony equitation, or usef pony medal cannot be shown by an adult at the same competition. The new rule is 23 pages long, so a brief summary is tough, but if you want to read the whole thing, its available at the usef website. The rulebook represents corporation bylaws, rules and regulations of registration, rules and regulations of racing, rules and regulations of shows, amateur and youth division rules and regulations, horseback riding program rules, and the constitution of aqhya. Competitions recognized by the usef must follow its rules and bylaws. Asha star shows will offer a consistent set of guidelines, along with additional marketing support. Most show associations will have an online rule book so you can look at what their individual requirements are for the shows you are looking at attending. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. Your quick guide to the usef rules that passedand a few.
As part of our ongoing effort to educate members, ushja is dedicated to making this new rules page a resource for the membership to obtain information on new rules, the rule change proposal process, the rule approval process and other helpful information regarding usef rules affecting hunters and jumpers. The usef rule book is designed to delineate boundaries that create an environment for fair and honest competition within which equestrians can enjoy competing safely, with integrity and respect. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year. A completed rewrite of chapter 3 of the rule book which deals with competiton licensing, including the mileage rule the summary. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials. The usef insurance definitely is real and it would pay out on a covered claim, in the highly unlikely event there ever was a claim. In addition to the program specifications, the ushja zone horse of the year program is governed by the general and division rules as outlined in the usef rule book. The united states equestrian federation usef or us equestrian is the national governing. Asha star shows asha star shows were created in 2020 to bring organization and benefits to shows that are unaffiliated with the united states equestrian federation.
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