The tests in shows are used as a measure of correctness of the horses and riders schooling. Page for forms, videos, links and other information for nwha members. Get ready for the show season with the whinny widgets 2015 dressage 3rd level test booklet shop for everything english or western on. To show understanding of riding the horse forward with a steady tempo into an elastic contact with independent, steady hands and. Heres everything you need to know about the newest horse sport, western dressage, a unique blend of classical dressage and the spirit of the western horse. Just like it is in the traditional dressage ring, horses come in many shapes and sizes. The western style dressage association of canada is a registered notforprofit corporation with the canadian government. Western dressage tests provide the opportunity for horse and rider to demonstrate growth through a series of progressive elements by advancing from test to test and level to level as they develop in physical skill, mental maturity, and partnership.
Top horsewoman lynn palm, winner of 34 reserve and world championships, as well as superhorse championships, offers stepbystep exercises to take you through your first western dressage test. I have been asked to judge western andor gaitedhorse dressage classes or am interested in competition. Your complete guide to western dressage by lynn palm with sue copeland. Western style dressage is used to improve the horses that you presently own and ride western. Its showing up at events around the country, where riders enjoy the ability to be judged while riding a standardized test, or pattern, which calls for precision, balance, and rhythm at the walk, jog, and lope. Wdaa tests western dressage association of america. Western dressage association of america since 2015. Western dressage is something to consider for riders who like the format and progressive nature of dressage, but appreciate the difference western dressage offers, so if you happen to see a western saddle at your next dressage show, maybe take some time to see what it is all about. Scwsdao is an official chapter of the western style dressage association of canada wsdac. Third level dressage test book laminatedpocket size new 2019 tests.
Western dressage is about learning communication and an age old process of training for your equine partner and how you can improve yourself and your horse with a progressive system. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book basic level. Text and graphic illustrations of the usef 2015 dressage first level tests 1,2,3. Whinny widgets now offers laminated spiralbound western dressage test books, available as an allinclusive instructors book or by the level. Trafalgar square books, and its online bookstore, is a small business based on a farm in rural vermont. Congratulations to all of the winners and participants. Nawd western dressage intro 2 lady ridden in her easy gait. Whinny widgets, which was established in 1989, began offering pocketsized test books for classical dressage and later grew to include eventing and reining. To submit your events for placement on the calendar, click this link. Western dressage integrates the historically validated principles of dressage with the best of western stock horse tradition.
The whinny widgets western dressage instructors test book is all inclusive containing wdaa introductory through level 3 tests. This show was the first time my spanish mustang indians legend indy and my naturally gaited tennessee walking horse gift of freedom makana competed against each other in the same show, riding the same test. We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985, and since then have continued to strive to produce highquality equestrian books and. It is a systematic and progressive system of training for the western horse and rider in traditional stock tack with the purpose of enjoying a. Cowboy dressage world judges test book this book contains all cowboy dressage tests with 10 diagrams per page. They were devised through a collaborative effort on the part of member feedback, the evaluation of respected horse people and equine organization and then revised and edited by a special division of our education committee.
Jan 04, 2019 2017 wdaa western dressage tests for all breeds tests remain in effect for at least 4 years from the title year printed on each test. Our collection of horse books and horse dvds includes fiction, nonfiction, training tips, young adult novels, exercise ideas for a. Click on the categories below to choose specific types of events. Our charter is to develop and administer the technical aspects of dressage in wa and promote education, training and competition at all levels. Alternative, western, and gaitedhorse dressage faqs. These books are in an easy to read caller format with directional arena diagrams. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book intro level, if you are not 100% satisfied our excellent customer service is standing by to help. Is western dressage reflected in the usef rule book. In alignment with western dressage association of america, western dressage is trained and shown in specific levels which build on each other to reflect the development of skills and abilities of both the horse and rider. Tsb is thrilled to have a role in promoting western dressage and encouraging riders of all abilities and levels to pursue it with their horses. Tests remain in effect for at least 4 years from the title year printed on each test. Head to toe horsemanship western dressagea guide to take you to your first show a rider guide to real collection dvds. Whinny widgets 2015 dressage test book 3rd level horseloverz.
Western dressage rules and tests are based in dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the working western horse. Announcing the 2018 western dressage florida championships show results. The 2015 tests will be effective december 1, 2014 through november 30, 2018. What is usdfs position on western and gaitedhorse dressage. Clair western style dressage association of ontario home.
Event calendar western dressage association of colorado. Emphasis of horsemanship and natural movement fosters the best horse and rider team. It is a systematic and progressive system of training for the western horse and rider in traditional stock tack with the purpose of enjoying a safe, pleasurable, versatile, and useful working horse. Heres everything you need to know about the newest horse sport, western dressage. At the end of the book, include a chapter on what the judge would be looking for in the test. National tests for canadian competition organizers. Paso fino rider finds western dressages gate open to the gaited. The dressage test user fees must be submitted to ec no later than 10 working days following the end of the competition. Whether you are preparing to compete at an ec or fei sanctioned dressage competition, or you are a competition organizer preparing to host dressage classes, you can access all ec national dressage tests and fei dressage tests below. Thats right, beginning with the 2014 competition season, western dressage will have its own chapter in the usef rule book. Western dressage tests trafalgar square books blog.
Diagram books for the current wdaa western dressage tests. A friendly place for all of us to share our love of riding dressage, horses, and info on up coming shows and clinics. In addition to the 2015 usef dressage test booklet, the usef h. Pouch holsd up to two whinny widgets test books with additional easy entry velcropocket for treats. Featured, best selling, alphabetically, az, alphabetically, za, price, low to high, price. The whinny widgets western dressage instructors test book features. Dressage wa dwa is a discipline committee of equestrian western australia ewa and the governing body for dressage in the state. Top horsewoman lynn palm, winner of 34 reserve and world championships, as well as superhorse championships, offers stepbystep exercises to take you through your first. The rider should demonstrate correct basic position, use of basic aids, and understanding of figures.
Western dressage is used to improve the horses that you presently ride western. The whinny widgets 2015 western dressage basic level test book features. This page will keep you updated on upcoming western dressage dates, times and information about these events. Other products include steady hands, soft corrections, cinch converters, crocheted hair net scrunches, adj. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book horseloverz. The whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book basic level is a laminated pocket sized book containing all basic level tests. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book intro level. Easy to read caller format with directional arena diagrams. Horse books and horse dvds make ideal gifts for horse lovers. Equine now s tack and supply store has dressage books and horse products as well as other riding apparel for you and your horse. They are formatted for callers as well as riders in an easy to read size. Each sunday show will offer a full slate of western dressage classes and the traditional english riders can enter their test of choice. Show results archives western dressage association of.
Wdaa 2017 basic level test 2 name of competition date of competition name and number of horse name of rider final score maximum points. Western style dressage association of canada is a nonprofit organization committed to the education and growth of western dressage. Whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book instructors. Our instructors test books are all inclusive containing wdaa introductory level 3. The whinny widgets 2015 western dressage test book intro level is a laminated pocket sized book containing all intro level tests. These tests can be used for training or showing purposes.
Both canada and the us have dressage tests and rules specifically for gaited breeds. Paso fino rider finds western dressages gate open to the. Mar 03, 2017 whinny widgets, which was established in 1989, began offering pocketsized test books for classical dressage and later grew to include eventing and reining. Western dressage association of america trafalgar square. The 2015 united states equestrian federation dressage tests have been published on usef. Read a typical, classical dressage test and it will say trot down the center line. Wdaa tests are available in four dressage illustrated. Learn more about western dressage with these new products. The event was held november 1011, 2018 at the beautiful grand oaks resort in weirsdale, florida. Fourth level dressage test book laminatedpocket size new 2019 tests. The western style dressage association of canada wsdac was formed in 2011 and is a registered notforprofit corporation in. Give the horse enthusiasts in your life something to celebrate their love of horses. A western dressage partnership should culminate in a happy, harmonious horse and rider relationship. Readiness, balance, rhythm, impulsion, suppleness, collection, and ultimately, lightness.
They are formatted for callers as well as riders in an easy to r. New book on cowboy dressage from trafalgar square publishing. This series of western dressage exercises are designed to improve suppleness. All dressage tests are located in the nwha library click here. Late fees will be subject to interest charged at 5%. Wdaa seat equitation tests 2014 appendix a pdf icon rev. The tests in shows are used as a measure of correctness of. She is a national advisor to the western dressage association of america and contributed to the current rules for the sport.
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