Be regulates and supervises all events which are affiliated to it. To this end, rules and regulations are revised, discussed, adapted, changed and implemented. Please read the complete rule book before competing. Use our search feature to instantly find exactly what you need. An eventing competition includes one or more tests from the following branches of equitation. In any unforeseen or exceptional circumstances it is the. Excerpt from the usef rule book, the rules governing the platinum performanceusef show jumping talent search class. All information is required fill in all blanks use na if necessary. And lastly, if its the inspiring stories, the sport reports and the highlights from key events as well as interviews with world renowned athletes that you are after, click here. Recommendations for barrel classes vaulting organizations in canada fundamentally believe that vaulting is an equestrian sport, and that the competitors i. Please find information relative to the yellow cards or official warnings here. If youre like most people and need to see the red markups to fully catch all of the changes, the markedup version is here.
This booklet sets out the rules and qualification procedures for the equestrian events at the. Fei releases 2017 rules for eventing eventing nation. The following is a guide of how to erect a dressage arena to ensure it conforms with the correct dimensions. Combined training events are open to professional and amateur riders on stallions, mares and geldings, subject to certain limitations. A formidable combination of cross country, jumping and dressage. British equestrian federation rules bef rule book annex a. Fei jumping world cup rules 20192020 markup version. Nov 28, 2018 the worlds top events will be renamed cci5ls from next season as the fei rule changes for 2019 are approved all the disciplines face some changes to their rules for 2019, but eventing faces. Chapter ev eventing division subchapter ev1 general rules for all eventing competitions ev101 introduction 1. Discussions at the meeting, which was held via videoconference, were on jumping, dressage, eventing, driving, vaulting and. Classes range from entry level national competitions to the highest international levels. Eventing ireland 1st floor beech house millennium park.
The first phase dressage shows the graceful partnership of horse. The fei rules, guidelines for judges, code of points, and qualification criteria are available here on the fei website. All ponies competing under fei rules are required to be vaccinated in accordance with fei veterinary regulations and rules for eventing. Below are links for the 2020 bef rule book please ensure you have viewed all parts for the complete 2020 rule book. Glossary and definitions below is a list of commonly used abbreviations and acronyms used throughout this rulebook. For each level of eventing, the rule books stipulate a specific set of tests from which the organising committee can choose. Horsemanship that sets the pulse racing eventing is a unique challenge, demanding skill, courage and versatility across an exciting combination. Be is at one with the bef and the fei in that at all times the welfare of the horse is paramount in the sport of eventing and must never be subordinated to competitive. The way i read the useausef eventing rules suggests this bit and those similar are not permitted in useausef eventing dressage. I recommend you make the section on rules cite directly to the fei rule book by chapter and verse,with footnotes, then have subsections titled something like rule variations or usea rule differences and british eventing rule differences that summarizes the main ways other mainstream national organizations depart from fei. For the purpose of implementation, any ea national rule that is not covered by the fei rules 2019 or is not already included as a specific ea rule in this rule book, the 2018 ea eventing rules will govern. The 2019 fei eventing rules are now online, with the latest modifications having been made on december 3 rd 2018 following the fei general assembly in bahrain. In the other thread, we were discussing myler level 2 bits with low ports e. Therefore, it is important that all of us involved in the sport think and speak the same technical language and have.
Members of british eventing and those connected with them are required to abide by this code of conduct as regards both the welfare of horses and their own conduct. Download efi rules download fei rules history the origins of the sport of eventing are deeply rooted in the endurance tests that cavalrymen and their horses undertook as part of their training. Remember that competitions not recognized by usea may not follow all the usea rules. Fei dressage handbook guidelines for judging dressage as a sport is growing rapidly. British eventing is a worldleader in research and implementation of safety initiatives. In any unforeseen or exceptional circumstances, it is the duty of the officials responsible to make a decision. As discussed in our interview with vicky glynn, the fei general secretary for new zealand, some proposed changes were amended following discussion during the general assembly. A truly complete sport that tests both the horse and rider in all aspects of horsemanship, and one of the 3 olympic disciplines. Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook.
Every eventuality cannot be provided for in these rules. Approvals process for fei calendar task force proposals. Consultation with the community and feedback from stakeholders is an important part of the fei s rules revision process. For the sake of brevity these regulations use the masculine form. The be rules, which form the framework for the conduct of national events, are contained in this handbook. Appointment of eventing officials guidelines for championshipsgames. Fei seeking feedback on antidoping rules from athletes. In addition to this all horses registered for the first time with the fei must be identifiable with a microchip, compatible with iso 11784 and iso 11785. The sport originated as a cavalry test and is comprised of three phases. The united states equestrian federation usef is in charge of creating and maintaining the rules for eventing. A summary of us equestrian jumping rule changes, effective february 1, 2017. Longines fei jumping nations cup rules 2020 mark up version. Cnc and ccn events use the equestrian australia national eventing rule book. But thats not the only changes coming from the fei in eventing 2019.
Rules usea, united states eventing association, inc. Download the free fei ruleapp and discover a new way of working. All approved rule changes will come into effect on jan. On the ignorance of noseband tightness and vague fei noseband. Text has been taken directly from the usef rules for eventing, with emphasis added by the usea. For all series separate rules for qualification and participation must be approved. Fei level classes at platinum ec sanctioned competitions within canada and fei sanctioned competitions internationally are governed by fei rules and regulations.
Information on the resources and processes the national rules committee is involved in can be found below. The federation and the usea recognize three types of eventing competitions. Please visit the us equestrian website for the current usef rules for eventing. The olympic sport of eventing is best described as an equestrian triathlon.
The 2020 eventing ireland rule book can now be downloaded free by clicking the document below you must be logged in to view please note, all changes to the previous rules are highlighted in red. So my questions is, do the useausef eventing rules mirror the fei rules or are they completely separate. For those who have memorized the rulebook word for word, you can check out the clean version here. For more details, please visit the links below and make sure you are aware of the latest amendments of the fei jumping rules. If you want to know all about the statistics and the growth of fei dressage, check out our annual report. The fei antidoping rules for both human and equine athletes are being revised in 2020 for implementation on 1 january 2021. Nov 30, 2016 the fei has quietly released the new rules for eventing for 2017. If you want to know all about the statistics and the growth of fei jumping, check out our annual report. It is imperative that you read and familiarise yourself with the bef rule book which contains. The fei has quietly released the new rules for eventing for 2017. When you enter a be affiliated event you know you will be competing at an event that is set to the highest standards in the sport. These changes, which for the most part are mandatory for the fei under the world antidoping code code, will come into effect on 1 january 2021 and it is important for the entire equestrian community, and in particular national federations, to be familiar with and prepared for the. Terms with a capitalized first letter are defined in the glossary of the eventing rules, in the general regulations, in the statutes or in other rules.
Visit fei campus to discover an array of free online courses about equestrian sports, fei rules and regulations and horsemanship. Accredited bit fitter says descriptions in fei and ea rulebooks of the. Jul, 2018 all proposed fei rules changes will be discussed and voted on at the fei general assembly in manama, bahrain on nov. Using the fei rules and regulations has never been easier. The fei requires all those involved in international equestrian sport to adhere to the fei code of conduct and to acknowledge and accept that at all times the welfare of the horse must be paramount. Eventing ireland rule book 2020 2020 ei rule book final 1 9mar20 eventing ireland rule book effective 1 january 2020 all rule changes from the previous year are marked in red eventing ireland is the body responsible for the sport of eventing in ireland. All amendments to current rules will be shown on the amendments page. Take all the fei rules and regulations with you wherever you go, with or without an internet connection. For more on the fei s rules revision process, go here. A competitor andor a horse may be entered in a horse trial without having fulfilled the qualifications noted below. Fei endurance rules endurance rules 2020 transitional rulebook applicable from 1 january to 30 june 2020 clean version applicable from 1 january to 30 june 2020. Rule changes will be posted to the ec website and will become effective jan. Bell says the errors in the rule books relate to the action of bits, firstly the.
Many countries throughout the world are interested in training and competing as all levels, even at the highest. Fei jumping world cup rules 20202021 clean version 12th edition, 1 may 2009, updated 24 march 2020. Eventing is often known as the triathlon of the equestrian world. The rules published herein are effective on january 1, 2020 and remain in effect for one year except as superseded by rule changes or clarifications published in subsequent editions of this section. Generalregulations for dressage sa effective 1 january 2018. The usef rule book is now available for ios and android devices. We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. Fei dressage world cup nal 20192020 mark up version. Ea and fei eventing yellow warning card templates can be found. The tests rarely involved jumping obstacles, though participants may well have had to negotiate ditches and eventing read more. Dressage rules and eventing rules, and fei veterinary regulations vrs, fei antidoping. All fei eventing rules can be accessed at this link.
As the national governing body for the sport of eventing in great britain, british eventing regulates as well as schedules more than 170 events throughout britain that cater for over 15,000 members and nearly 94,000 entries per season march to october. Nov 07, 2011 the usef rule on the presence of blood calls for immediate elimination of the horse and rider at any level of competition, according to their rule book. One of the fei s major aims is to ensure that the welfare of the athletes human and equine is protected and that competitions are conducted in a fair, consistent and structured way across the globe. Fei vs usefusea equipment rule changes chronicle forums.
For the purpose of implementation, any ea national rule that is not covered by the fei rules 2016, or is not already included as a specific ea rule in this rule book, the 2015 ea eventing rules will govern. Esnz eventing rules effective 1st january 2019 clean copy. Germany wins, sweden takes series title and swiss book ticket to tokyo. Section d as printed herein is the official version of eventing 2020. Page iv 2020 rules of equestrian canada section e the amendment process will be strictly followed. Eventing rules, other rules and regulations of the fei, and sporting spirit.
Reference the official fei dressage test score sheet to see how judges will mark the users performance understand the rules for dressage events as pdfs of related rule books are provided for reference on topics such as movement definitions, competition rules, dress attire, judging and veterinary inspection. Updates to flag rules and penalties for not correctly passing through currently, if it is deemed that the majority of your horse passed through the flags while jumping the obstacle but that some part. The rule contents of this booklet are printed as an excerpt from the 2018 us equestrian rule book as a courtesy to our usea members, and are reprinted with the permission of us equestrian. These rules refer to ea dressage, fei dressage at ea events, and eventing dressage. Lower level events use the statebased eventing queensland rules for lower level events. British eventing be is the governing body for affiliated eventing in great britain. The first phase dressage shows the graceful partnership of horse and rider through a sequence of movements on the flat. Abroad, must be registered with the fei, via british eventing. Proposed fei blood rule causes controversy the horse. Eventing originated as a military competition which tested officers and horses in. Welcome to equestrian canada bienvenue chez canada equestre.
Under the fei eventing rules, which you will find on their website. Bit specialist speaks out over misinformation in fei rules. Fei s 2020 eventing faq on use of tack, equipment and dress. Equestrian australia limited national eventing rules effective 1 january 2018 latest update december 2017 fei changes are in purple and national changes are in red the equestrian australia national eventing rules may also be found on the equestrian australia website. Fei vaulting rules code of points clean version 1st edition, updates effective march 2017. Welcome to this session hub dedicated to the changes to the fei antidoping rules for human athletes adrha. Sarulesfor eventing asat1jan2019v5esa social media policy 2019. Extraordinary rule amendments will be permitted only for fei rule changes, safety, monetary, clarification, ethical and equine welfare reasons at the discretion of the national rules. Fei veterinary regulations fei eventing memorandum fei eventing cross country guidelines ecdmcr adrha guidelines for use of tack, equipment and dress faq the fei jumping and dressage rules apply for the eventing jumping and dressage test s except where otherwise provided in these eventing rules.
Fei vaulting rules code of points mark up version 1st edition, updates effective march 2017. By clicking any link on this page you are giving your consent for us to set cookies. For all the latest updates from the fei dressage department thats here. The fei code of conduct for the welfare of the horse states that tack must be designed and fitted to avoid the risk of injury and pain and based on it, the dressage rule book regulates in article 428 saddlery that a cavesson noseband must never be as tightly fixed so as to harm the horse. Visit the fei website for information on fei rules and regulations. For the rules relating to fei sanctioned dressage events refer to the fei rules at. Pcawa rules for eventing 2017 7 2 the fei code of conduct for the welfare of the horse. Ev eventing division usef 2017 sponsored by hagyard euine medical institute chapter ev eventing division subchapter ev1 general rules for all eventing competitions ev101 introduction 1. For more on the fei s rules revision process, click here. Fei board approves resolutions based on calendar task. Fei regulations for equestrian events at the 2020 olympic games.
For more details, please visit the links below and make sure you are aware of the latest amendments of the fei eventing rules. All the rules for jumping and show hunter including sport rules, series rules, fei rules, and stewards manuals 20192020 updated rules. The governing body for international equestrian events issued a statement on the fei website on oct. As an organisation and a governing body, we are passionate about our sport.