I have been asked to judge western andor gaitedhorse dressage classes or am interested in competition. Us equestrian members receive full access to over 2,000 hours of content, including commentary from the top u. New usef jumper rules effective 412017 jp 103 schooling. Pin oak charity horse show designated usef heritage.
Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. How jumpers and horses are scored usef rules usef show jumping rules. Read all about it general rules 401 through 4 outline the procedures for testing and enforcement and explain in general what is and isnt permitted. Usef rule changes that were passed by effective date and presented at the 2017 uphaasha convention. Blenheim equisports young jumper series blenheim equisports. With innovative brands, hightech fabrics, and beautiful design, equestrian fashion is in a league of its own. As the first usefdesignated heritage competition, the pin oak charity horse show is a showcase event on our competition calendar, said john long, usefs ceo. Platinum performanceusef show jumping talent search us. Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current usef rule book will be conducted. Clear round table ii the first round is decided by adding together the faults incurred overthe course and any penalties for exceeding the time allowed. Sterlingtuffrider equine couture child jumper classic the. All questions not covered in these rules and regulations shall be decided by. Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current usef rule book will be conducted and judged in accordance.
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. Welcome to the united states hunter jumper association. An affiliate show will receive a mailing list of all neja members, division specs and a rule book. May 11, 2018 the warmup arena doesnt have to be a danger zone or such an aggravating place that you dont want to be there. The usef network features livestreaming and ondemand video from a wide range of exciting equestrian events each year. Jumpers descended upon hits post time farm during week iii of the ocala winter circuit on sunday to compete for the blueribbon titles and a shot at the money. Oct 04, 2017 education starts with understanding what is and isnt legal. We host a series of three aa rated horse shows every may and recognize seventeen other a and aa rated horse shows throughout michigan and ohio during the year. Understand the usef equine drug testing rules expert howto. The usef rules will govern in all instances, except where colorado hunter jumper association adjusts for local situations. Many of these rule changes are administrative in nature, but others address serious issues of safety or horse or human welfare.
Jul, 2011 before you step into the ring understand which bits are permitted. Hjam welcome i show hjam welcome ii show hjam annual show. Jumping enjoys its place, both nationally and internationally, as one of the most popular and perhaps most recognizable equestrian events, aside from thoroughbred horse racing. Rule book printer friendly colorado hunter jumper association. In order to compete in any jumper classes at licensed competitions as an exhibitor, rider, trainer, or hisher agents, a person must be an active member of the united states hunter jumper association, inc. Delaney and stitch had it correct as of the 2008 competition year. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices.
Always check the usef web site for rule changes prior to your competition. If you are also a usef member and have a my usef account, simply use that login information below. Hunter jumpers tack and equipment the hunter judge. Rule change proposals can be submitted to the usef morgan rules committee or to the amha office. Horses not in compliance with this rule may be required to. Reference us equestrian rule book hu104 for young hunter eligibility and status. Some of you may be like me and actually read the rule book when it comes out each year. Is western dressage reflected in the usef rule book. The two terms hunterjumper are often used synonymously because todays horse shows offer classes in both sub disciplines to accommodate competitors, as well as the. Excerpt from the usef rule book, the rules governing the platinum performanceusef show jumping talent search class. For attire guidelines for riding side saddle, refer to the usef rule book. Welcome the hunter jumper association of michigan supports a level usef horse showing.
Note that additional rules and specifications for the finals are published in the annual talent search finals prize list each year. Here we quote the 2017 usef rule book for jumper attire and follow the rules with suggestions from dover saddlery s product advisors to help you make the right choices in assembling your show jumper attire. There are many wellknown rules and some littleknown ones in the united states equestrian federation rule book regarding proper procedures created to keep everyoneyou, your trainer and ground people helping yousafe as you prepare your horse for. Every class ofered herein which is covered by the rules and speciicaions of the current usef rule book will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith. Horses with clean rounds or equalfaults remain equal. Here we quote the 2011 usef rule book for hunter attire for riding astride, and follow each rule with tips from dover saddlery s product advisors to help you make the right choices while assembling your show outfit. Individual changes have been published on december 1, 2016. The ushja is the us equestrianrecognized national affiliate for the hunter and jumper disciplines. There are many wellknown rules and some littleknown ones in the united states equestrian federation rule book regarding proper procedures created to keep everyoneyou, your trainer and ground people helping yousafe as you prepare your horse for competition or just hack. Important usef jumper rule updates for 2020, effective 120119. Understand the usef equine drug testing rules expert how. Review your rule book for the show you are attending to make certain the bit and bridle you are using is permitted. The wisconsin hunter and jumper association whja has adopted usef rules and regulations to govern its horse shows.
The ushja boards vote on these rule change proposals will be submitted to the usef for consideration through their rule change proposal process and ultimately the usef. The ushja is a competitionbased sport organization that serves our members through educational programs, awards and recognition, communication and rules. Education starts with understanding what is and isnt legal. For rules not covered as part of the iel rulebook, iel uses usef jumper rules as. Norcal hunter jumper association po box 243 davis, ca 95617.
Nayjdp will also accept age verification in the form of a birth certificate from the attending veterinarian at the time of the horses birth or within 72 hours of birth. Jp116 sectionsclasses restricted to junior, amateurowner, amateur jumpers. I linked to the 2011 rule book because you said this happened last year but if the show was in dec you need the 2012 rule book and there are differences in the rules for 2012. In order to compete in any jumper classes at licensed competitions as an exhibitor, rider, trainer, or hisher. The warmup arena doesnt have to be a danger zone or such an aggravating place that you dont want to be there.
These rules are carefully and sometimes densely worded but definitely worth the read. Junioramateur owner jumpers low based on money won as per usef rules and zone 8 rules regarding cross entry. Lexington, ky those usef members who wish to receive a 2008 usef rule book now have a choice of formats. This book supersedes all previous editions of thja rules and regulations and bylaws. 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. Usef premier hunter iiii level 1 iilevel 2 jumper rating. Aug 05, 2009 delaney and stitch had it correct as of the 2008 competition year. The rule includes course guidelines for all ages, 5yearold jumpers, 6yearold jumpers and 7yearold jumpers. It is a shameful piece of junk not worthy to be called a rule book. Also, there isnt much you can do about this now because the time limits for filing a protest expired. All questions not covered in these rules and regulations shall be decided by the show management whose decision shall be final. Swan lake stables holiday jumpers usef 2 jumpers december 3, 2017. At federation licensed competitions, horses entering the grounds must be accompanied by documentation of equine influenza virus and equine herpes virus rhinopneumonitis vaccinations within six months prior to entering the stables.
We award close to sixtyyear end championships, spanning the hunter, jumper and equitation divisions. This article explains the basics and is aimed at the general public who might like to learn more on the subject. Their charitable contribution to the community is incredible. Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current usef rule book will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith. Usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard equine medical institute chapter jp jumper division subchapter jp1 general jp100 eligibility 1. With innovative brands, hightech fabrics, and beautiful design, equestrian fashion is. Its exciting, its fun, its 23 days of what makes fort worth the greatest city in texas. Usef 2020 885 chapter jp jumper division subchapter jp1 general jp100 eligibility 1. Warmup ring etiquette expert howto for english riders. To adhere to the rules and standards set forth by the ohja, ushja and usef and to work. At its highest competitive level, jumping is recognized as one of the three olympic equestrian disciplines alongside both dressage and eventing. Below are currently active rule change proposals that are being considered by ushja committees, working groups and will be voted on by the ushja board of directors at the ushja annual meeting. Usef rule changes of note the chronicle of the horse.
Junioramateur owner jumpers high based on money won as per usef rules and zone 8 rules regarding cross entry. There is a skill level needed in the jumpers which gets tougher as the jumps go up and usef clearly states what is acceptable attire. Hunterjumper attire rules clarified theres no doubt that style and fashion within the equestrian world has been booming as of late. Local competitions, competitions restricted to a particular breed, classes restricted to breeds with federation recognized national affiliate status, and exceptions listed in gr901. For official definitions of terms and rules, please refer to the united states equestrian federation usef rule book at, the national show association which. Special conditions of this young jumper competition. This section of our site is designed to help hunter jumper equestrians navigate current rules, rules that will take effect soon and those being proposed.
Since this revision is comprehensive and deletes provisions which are covered by usef rules, the changes from the prior years rule book are not shown. This initiative is sponsored by the hagyard equine medical institute. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. What is usdfs position on western and gaitedhorse dressage. Classes and divisions recognized by the neja will count toward yearend awards in the neja. For example the usef for the hunter outlines in subchater hu4 attire, tack and equipment states.
Box 100514 birmingham, al 352 205 9018261 version 5. In all classes wherein the rules of the usef do not apply, the horse show management shall settle any dispute or question and the decision shall be final. Log in to your ushja member account using your member id or username and password. 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 the 2017 uphaasha convention. Scoring for equestrian show jumping is relatively simple, you just need to take into account the type of class thats being scored so that you know which rules apply. Rules affecting hunterjumper competition effective dec. However, as of 2009, the usef has elected to change over to metric measurements for jumper fences.
Norcal will point according to usef rules for c rated points for 2017 and beyond. Every horse entered for competition will comply with the rules of the horse show management, but management will, in no case, be. Alternative, western, and gaitedhorse dressage faqs. For official definitions of terms and rules, please refer to the united states equestrian federation usef rule book at.
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