What is an Intro Test in dressage?
To introduce the rider and/or horse to the sport of dressage. To show understanding of riding the horse forward with a steady tempo into an elastic contact with independent, steady hands and a correctly balanced seat. To show proper geometry of figures in the arena with correct bend (corners and circles).
What do you wear to intro dressage?
Most riders you see competing will be wearing a show jacket. This is a plain fitted blazer, typically black or navy. Most dark neutral colours are permitted; avoid any patterns or bright colours. Tweed (hacking) jackets are also an acceptable choice for dressage.
How often do Usdf tests change?
every four years
The committee’s goal in modifying the tests every four years is to ensure that the training of the horse is progressive both within the level and from level to level, and that it is based on the pyramid of training (see illustration at right).
At what level do you wear tails in dressage?
Advanced level dressage
– Advanced level dressage a uniform, tail coat or black/navy coat should be worn.
What is included in the introductory level of dressage?
The introductory level is comprised of 3 tests. Tests A & B include walk and trot work. Test C introduces a small amount of canter work. They contain mainly straight lines and 20m circles in medium walk, free walk and rising trot.
What is introductory test C in dressage?
Introductory test C has approximately 1/2 to 3/4 of a 20 meter canter circle in each direction. These movements are designed to show the horses ability to perform the required movements in a willing, supple way. The horse and rider are judged on the following:
How do I pass the BDBD introductory test B (2009)?
BD Introductory Test B (2009) All steps score the same 1: A Enter in working trot and proceed down the centre line without halting C Turn right 2: A 20 metre half circle right to X X 20 metre half circle left to C 3: E Turn left B Turn right 4: A Transition to medium walk
What are the parts of a dressage test?
They contain mainly straight lines and 20m circles in medium walk , free walk and rising trot. Introductory test C has approximately 1/2 to 3/4 of a 20 meter canter circle in each direction. These movements are designed to show the horses ability to perform the required movements in a willing, supple way.