Potomac Valley Dressage Association

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Every year the PVDA sponsors four licensed dressage shows and many local schooling shows; this year there are over 30 schooling shows scheduled - plus the Chapter Challenge!  The following resources should help you plan your show schedule, enter the shows, and help you make plans to volunteer at the shows. 

2010 PVDA Show Schedule.  The PVDA Show Schedule provides information about all PVDA shows, locations, show secretaries, how to enter, and other information.  Click here to open the PVDA 2010 Show Schedule. 

NOTE: The printed version of the 2010 PVDA Show Schedule has opening and closing date errors for Schooley Mill Park shows and opening date errors for the 1 May Potomac Riverside and 2 May Oak Ridge Park shows.  The dates in the green table below are correct.  The online version of the PVDA 2010 Show Schedule has the correct dates.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.

Map of Show Locations.  Click here to open one map showing the locations of all 2010 PVDA shows.

PVDA Show Results.  PVDA posts show results on the web site and in the monthly PVDA Newsletter.  Click here to view the results.  

2010 PVDA Shows

The following information will assist you in your dressage showing endeavors.

2010 Region 1 Shows.  Click here to view a listing of 2010 Region 1 Licensed Competitions (link is to the USDF web site listing).

Glossary of Dressage Terms.  This Glossary of Dressage Terms was developed by J. Ashton Moore to assist judges, trainers, competitors and dressage enthusiasts in communicating dressage principles.  Dated 2007. 

USEF Rule Book.  Provides rules in all horse disciplines, including dressage.  Updated frequently so check often.

USDF Competitions Handbook.  Provides information on both running and competing in a USDF competition.  Updated frequently so check often.

Lists of Licensed Dressage Officials and L Program Graduates.  Are you looking for a judge for your next show?  USDF lists the L Program graduates on their web site, by region; click here to view the listing on the USDF web site.  USEF provides a search for licensed dressage officials; click here to open the search screen on the USEF web site (you have to have a USEF logon). 

The Colonel Bengt Ljungquist Memorial Championships were founded in 1983 to stimulate regional dressage competition at the US Equestrian Federation (USEF) levels. They have served as a model for other regional championships throughout the United States.  In 1985, the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) levels were added, and in 1988 Musical Freestyles were included.  In 1990, the Training Level Final for senior riders was divided into two divisions based on the rider's experience at Third Level or above.  In 1992, the First Level Final for senior riders also was split into two divisions. Separate Finals for junior/young riders are held at each level if there are at least four competitors in any division.  Starting in 2003, Second through Fourth levelsfor senior riders will be split into two divisions based on the rider's experience at the FEI levels.  A new addition for 2004 are finals for the Pas de Deux! At the 2007 Finals, the Prix St Georges riders will have two divisions, split by the rider's experience.  These Championships are open to both US Citizens and foreign riders; the rider just has to be a member of a particpating GMO at the time of qualification.  The Championships were founded by Dr. Samuel Barish, the current President of the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) and are sponsored by Group Member Organizations within USDF Region 1 and the numerous qualifying shows.

Great American Insurance Group (GAIG)/USDFChampionships

The Great American/USDF Regional Dressage Championships program is designed to promote and recognize the pursuit of excellence by providing a showcase venue for riders within each of the nine USDF regions. Riders can qualify for the Regional Championships by riding in designated qualifying classes at USDF recognized competitions. The Regional Championship competitions provide an excellent opportunity for spectators to view the top horses and riders in their region.

MORE INFORMATION: Click here.  

USDF/Dover Adult Amateur Medal

The USDF/Dover Adult Amateur Medal will be awarded to the highest scoring adult amateur who meets the eligibility requirements and has obtained a score of at least 58% in a designated Second Level Test Three.

MORE INFORMATION: Click here.

FEI and USEF Young Horse Dressage Program

The Markel/USEF Young Horse Dressage Program (for 4-, 5-, and 6-year-old horses) promotes the importance of selective breeding and correct training of horses in the United States, and encourages participation of breeders, riders, and trainers of young horses in dressage competition. The purposes of this program are to encourage the properly structured development of young dressage prospects through the training scale; to identify and recognize outstanding talent and the training of international-caliber horses; and to prepare these horses for future careers at the FEI level and participation on U.S. High Performance teams.

MORE INFORMATION: Click here.

USEF National Developing Horse Dressage Championship

Open to horses aged 7-9 years with an Application of Intent filed with USEF.  The USEF National Developing Horse Dressage Championship will return to Lexington, Kentucky in September 2008, in conjunction with the Markel/USEF National Young Horse Dressage Championships. This program for 7- to 9-year-old horses at the FEI Prix St. Georges level continues USEF’s initiative to recognize up-and-  coming dressage talent, not only for riders, but also for horses.  This Championship is the next step in encouraging the development our future High Performance and Team horses," explains Gil Merrick, USEF Managing Director of Dressage and High Performance Dressage.

MORE INFORMATION: Click here.

Brentina Cup Championship

The “Brentina Cup” Championship is conducted under the auspices of the Federation Rule Book.  The purpose is to assist US Young Riders make the transition to Senior Gran Prix competitors.  Qualifier classes use the USEF Young Adult “Brentina Cup” Test.  Riders must be USEF active members in good standing.  They are eligible from the beginning of the calendar year in which they reach the age of 20 until the end of the calendar year in which they reach age 28.  In order to compete, a rider must submit an “Application of Intent” with the USEF.

MORE INFORMATION: Click here. 

USEF and Affiliates Membership Verification Service

The USEF and Affiliates Membership Verification Service simplifies the process for competitors to search for, verify, and print membership information for horses, owners and riders for competition entry purposes.

No more photocopying membership cards! Come to this site, follow a simple three-step process, and print all your cards on one sheet of paper.

Step 1: Search for the Horse

Step 2: Search for the Owner (for USDF, be sure to check "Participating Membership" if it applies)

Step 3: Search for the Rider (for USDF, be sure to check "Participating Membership" if it applies)

WEB SITE:  www.eqverification.org

 

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