And they may need to be a usef or ushja affiliate to be able to use that rulebook. Or refer to the dressage division in the usef rule book. Junior and amateur owner jumper championships may be based on prize money won if so stated in the prize list. A presidential modification was requested on december 17, 2018, to immediately address this current conflict. United states equestrian federation 4001 wing commander way lexington, ky 40511 p. Column marked type is based on information available to nehc. He103 horse welfare per usef hu102 the following acts are prohibited. Local competitions, competitions restricted to a particular breed, classes restricted to breeds with federation recognized national affiliate status, and exceptions listed in gr901. Key usef jumper related rule changes for 2020 effective 1201. This rule change defines how equitation championships may be awarded based on points alone, in addition to being awarded through a championship class. Section g as printed herein is the official version of hunter, jumper, equitation and hack for 2019.
A new jersey jumper trainer was kicked out of the hampton classic horse show after being accused of horse abuse. On the other hand, jumpers ride over technically difficult courses that tend to. The blenheim equisports west coast young jumper series herein referred. These jumper schooling rules are in appendix a of the rule book, rather than the schooling section. The licensed officials task force is proposing to strike gr1040 as appears in the 2017 rule book through gr1078 and move that language into a new us equestrian licensed officials policies and procedures document. The intent of moving the language is to limit the language in chapter 10 to rules versus how usef licenses.
As a competitor, you should familiarize yourself with the rules for the divisions you are competing in. Know before you show the united states hunter jumper. Usef hunterjumper attire rules clarified the tried equestrian. Usef hunter rule book usefhu125 and hu126 for rules about acceptable tack. Blenheim equisports young jumper series blenheim equisports. To promote integrity, honesty, equal opportunity, fair play, responsibility, respect and enjoyment in equestrian sport. This rule change proposal is submitted at the request of the federation to correct the. The usef rule book is available to the general public at final round. 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. A rotating random jump order will be used for all classes in the main arena. Usef rates equine competitions, licenses judges and other officials, and publishes and enforces competition rules. In 1953, the thja became a texas nonprofit corporation.
Not unless their rules specifically state that they use usef rules. Breaking us equestrian news releases contain the latest information regarding the organization, national championships, u. Jumper rules, including but not limited to those pertaining to schooling, equipment. No new rule language is included in this rule change. U usef list of judges revised march, 2019 s in the nehc. The texas hunter and jumper association thja was formed in 1948 as an association of exhibitors. According to the 2007 usef rule book for the hunter division, martingales of any type are prohibited in under saddle, hack and tiebreaking classes. These rules are carefully and sometimes densely worded but definitely worth the read.
The judging is objective and mathematical based on whether the horse. A running martingale is legal for jumpers, but it is not for hunters. 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. National competitor devin ryan, of river run stables, was turned into stewards by an alert schooling supervisor. 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. The usef rules will govern in all instances, except where colorado hunter. This would restrict schooling fences to no more than 10cm higher than the height of the class in progress.
Horse shows will be fined for rule violations according to the fine schedule. 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. If you are also a usef member and have a my usef account, simply use that login information below. Usef morgan rules american morgan horse association. Exhibitors and officials must be familiar with usef dressage rules dr120 and dr121 in the current usef rule book. New health and medical insurance benefits for us equestrian members. Complete 2019 usef rulebook complete 2020 usef rulebook.
If a usef jumper subcommittee or jumper task force is composed geographically, the state of a jumper member is the one that the member resides in the majority of the year. According to the 2007 usef rule book for the hunter division, martingales of any type are. Usef complete rule book web link to all usef rules on usef web site click here usef rules app ios and android app for smartphones and tablets click here the usef rules change frequently. This rule change allows the usef flexibility to host hoty awards at the usef annual meeting or at another location or time that. The chja reserves the right to make decisions based on the best interest of their membership independent of any other organizations rules and or opinions. Breach of any federation competition license agreement. Special conditions of this young jumper competition. Championships will be based on the usef points structure. Manage the news you receive at the us equestrian preference center.
Rule book printer friendly colorado hunter jumper association. Beginning in 2019, usef changed the process for submitting rule change proposals and feedback. Standing martingales are allowed for all over fence classes. Despite the attempt to make the distinction between amateurs and professionals as black and white as possible, theres still a choppy gray river running through the middle of gr6 thats easy to get. Section g as printed herein is the official version of.
Horses with cleanrounds or equal faults are classified according to their time taken to complete the. Article i the name of this organization shall be the indiana hunter and jumper association, inc. Education starts with understanding what is and isnt legal. Dec 01, 2015 2016 usef rulebook discipline chapters paperback december 1, 2015 by inc. The usef rule book lays out extensive guidelines as to which riders are eligible for amateur status in gr6 read the amateur rule here. Updated april 1, 2020 the purpose of this pamphlet is to assist exhibitors as well as usef dressage technical delegates, dressage judges and stewards who officiate dressage classes at any federation licensed competition. Its purpose is to support its membership and their horses with educational programs and scholarships and with horse show oversight which encourages the safety and welfare of both. Junior and amateur owner jumper sections restricting entries based on winnings will use usef records to accept horses based on the qualifying period of shows starting on or after march 31, 2008 through shows starting on or before march 29, 2009. This is a pretty basic one, but based on my own experience, an important rule. The usef rulebook is designed to delineate boundaries that create an environment for fair and honest competition within which equestrians can enjoy competing safely, with integrity and respect. 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.
U usef list of judges revised march, 2019 s in the nehc rule book. 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 board of directors will determine what rule change proposals are approved for inclusion in the usef rulebook. See usef rule book jp116 for additional young horse jumper course info. Overview ushja united states hunterjumper association. Group 1 yearend award divisions will receive points based on the overall usef rating of the show. If you dont want to search through the usef rulebook to find that answer here is a brief explanation of most of the course formats you will see. This rule change aligns the usef rules with the fei rules concerning acceptable types of front and hind boots allowed for use on young jumpers.
Usef hunter rule book usef hu125 and hu126 for rules about acceptable tack. If a usef jumping sport subcommittee or jumper task force is composed geographically, the state of a jumper. Effective december 1, 2019, the chja is no longer a usef recognized affiliate association. Hunter jumper association is helping members know before you show with a simple guide of rule.
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. The usef rule book is designed to delineate boundaries that create an environment for fair and honest competition within which equestrians can enjoy competing safely, with integrity and respect. Log in to your ushja member account using your member id or username and password. Usef temporarily suspends nj jumper trainer devin ryan. Norcal provides show champion and reserve champion ribbon sets to approved shows which hold full norcal recognized divisions. All courses must be set according to usef standards. This rule change, under the jumper rule book subchapter defining levels of difficulty jp4, creates a clear progression of fence heights from the american standard up to 1. This initiative is sponsored by the hagyard equine medical institute. The chairman may be an mihja officer or director or an mihja member in good standing elected to chairman by the other committee 3 members.
Usdf will be actively seeking member feedback on rule change proposals already in the usef system as well as rule change proposals that are in draft form, allowing members the opportunity to provide feedback at the very early stages of the process. Oct 18, 2016 united states equestrian federation rules. Hunterjumper attire rules clarified theres no doubt that style and fashion within the equestrian world has been booming as of late. Learn more about us equestrians rules, regulations, and related policies. Local competitions, competitions restricted to a particular breed, classes restricted to breeds with federation recognized. Lexington, ky those usef members who wish to receive a 2008 usef rule book now have a choice of formats. Jumper proper attire is required for all classes in the main arena unless otherwise noted. Low adult equitation arizona hunter jumper association. An explanation of jumper course formats the plaid horse. Judges consider many factors when scoring competitors in hunter and equitation classes. Rule change type effective date draft received board action. Horses with clean rounds or equalfaults remain equal. Usef list of judges revised march, 2019 usef licensed judges that are nehc members, that wish to be listed in the nehc rule book judges with an r are listed as recorded status.
Rules affecting hunterjumper competition effective dec. The usef rule book lists rules governing all aspects of jumping competition. You can read the entire usef jumper division rulebook here. The indiana hunter and jumper association exists to promote hunter and jumper equestrian sports in indiana. Individual changes have been published on december 1, 2016. Usef rule changes that were passed by effective date and presented at the 2017 uphaasha convention. Always check the usef web site for rule changes prior to your competition. Notes to hunterjumper competitors on the jack pine circuit the. The ushja, as the national affiliate for the hunter jumper discipline, promotes the sport and the wellbeing of its participants, offers broad based education for its members, and provides the framework for the conduct of the sport.