2008 NCHS Dressage and Combined Test Classes and Rules
Class List

 

New Classic Horse Shows  Dressage/CT Classes

                                         

Dressage Only Tests:

I1 2007 USDF Introductory Test A                        F1 2007 USEF First Level Test 1 

I2 2007 USDF Introductory Test B                         F2 2007 USEF First Level Test 2

T1 2007 USEF Training Level Test 1                      F3 2007 USEF First Level Test 3

T2 2007 USEF Training Level Test 2                      F4 2007 USEF First Level Test 4

T3 2007 USEF Training Level Test 3                      P1 Prix Caprilli - Test 1 
T4 2007 USEF Training Level Test 4                      Q1 Quadrille
                                                                           M1  Musical Test of Choice
Thanks to Horse Favors for sponsoring the Intro Dressage classes!
Dresssage only tests including Prix Caprilli - $25.00
Quadrille tests - $48.00 (includes all riders)
Musical TOC (Freestyle or Pas De Deux) - $35.00
 

Combined Tests: $45.00


CPJ  Puddle Jumpers Combined Test 

        2007 USDF Introductory Test A, 12” crossrails (a reasonable time limit will be set for the betterment of the show) 

CTA Amoeba Combined Test   

       2007 USDF Introductory Test B, Fences 1’6” (not timed)

       *sponsored by Atlanta Saddlery of Alpharetta, Ga.

CPT - Pretadpole Combined Test (non GDCTA rated, rated NCHS only)
     3/8, 5/10, 8/9, 10/11 - 2006 Beginner Novice Test A
     4/19, 6/14, 9/20, 11/8 - 2006 Beginner Novice Test B
  Fences 20" to 2'2" (not timed)
CTT Tadpole Combined Test  

      3/8, 5/10, 8/9,10/11 – 2006 Beginner Novice Test A

      4/19, 6/14, 9/20, 11/8 – 2006 Beginner Novice Test B

       Fences 2’3” (not timed).

      *sponsored by Wild Horse Saddlery of Powder Springs, Ga .

CTB   Beginner Novice Combined Test

      3/8, 5/10, 8/9, 10/11    – 2006 Beginner Novice Test A

      4/19, 6/14, 9/20, 11/8 – 2006 Beginner Novice Test B

      Fences 2’7” – time 300 mpm.

      
CTN   Novice Combined Test  

     3/8, 5/10, 8/9, 10/11– 2006 Novice Test A

     4/19, 6/14, 9/20, 11/8 – 2006 Novice Test B

      Fences 2’11” – time 320 mpm.

      *sponsored by The Snooty Fox Tack Exchange of Alpharetta, Ga.

CTR   Training Combined Test  

     3/8, 5/10, 8/9, 10/11 - 2006 Training Test A, Fences 3’3”-time
    325 mpm

     4/19, 6/14, 9/20, 11/8 -2006 Training Test B, Fences 3’3”-time         325 mpm      

***COPIES OF ALL DRESSAGE ONLY AND EVENTING DRESSAGE TESTS CAN BE FOUND AT http://www.dressagetestsonline.com

A rider must attend at least 4 shows to be eligible to receive a NCHS year end award in any class or test.
A quadrille team must attend 4 shows under the same team name to be eligible for a NCHS year end award..

Rules

RULES AND GENERAL INFORMATION

 

In all classes wherein the rules of the sanctioning association(s) do(es) not apply, Management shall settle any dispute or question that may arise and its decision shall be final. Management reserves the right to refuse, accept conditionally, or to cancel entries, disqualify riders or exhibitors, prohibit exhibition or entries, and cancel or combine classes, or to reschedule

classes, to change rings or substitute/rotate judges (so long as replacement  judge carries same or higher rating). Combined test (CT) entrants will be given a time range rather than a specific order of go for stadium rounds. Management may decide to designate a jumping order, effective upon announcement.    

The standard 20X60 arena will be used except in USDF, CT and some Training Level classes where the 20x40 arena may be used if necessary. The arena size, if it is short, will be declared on the Ride Times page of our website when the times are posted. All competition arenas are fenced.

**CT riders: At GDCTA rated shows, only CT exhibitors may ride a horse after 3:00 on day prior to competition. CPJ, CTA and Pre-Tadpole riders may use a caller. CT riders may enter the same horse in two consecutive CT levels.  CT entrants may only ride schooling rounds at their competition level or above. Schooling rounds will be available immediately after each CT division.

ESSENTIAL BASIC THINGS TO KNOW

-) No horse may participate in the event or be on the grounds without having a completed entry blank, including signatures acknowledging the agreement printed thereon.   

 -) CLOSING DATE is 8 days prior to the show date or generally, the Friday one week prior. ENTRIES received after closing date incur a late fee of $10 per horse/day. Refunds for entries after closing date only with medical Doctor’s or Veterinarian’s note on official letterhead. Office fee is non-refundable before or after closing date.

-)  Show will be run by 2007 USEF Rules for Dressage and for Eventing. Rules are available online at www.equestrian.org . Knowledge of these rules is the responsibility of every rider, trainer, owner and parent/guardian.

-) Braiding is optional and lack of will not be penalized.

-) Shavings may be ordered on your entry form or by contacting the stabling manager at  (404) 386-1651 upon arrival. No feed deliveries available.

-) RV/Camper hookup fee will be assessed per night or  for any camper/trailer with living quarters connected to any electric or water service on grounds.

Water & electric hookups available. Use designated camper areas only.

-) Proper attire is required in all dressage tests in GDCTA rated shows.  At NCHS only rated shows, a neatly tucked in polo shirt is acceptable for dressage tests with no penalty. Combined test riders may wear a polo type shirt with collar during stadium at all shows. Show management will announce

any exceptions such as for unusually hot, cold, or wet conditions.

-) Stalls are 10’ x 10’ permanent w/full doors available noon day before show.

One animal per stall. No sharing stalls. All horses required to have a stall and bedding at Chicopee Woods shows. Contact management if early arrival is needed.

-)Dogs must be leashed and under control at all times.

A rider must attend at least 4 shows to be eligible to receive a NCHS year end award in any class or test.
A quadrille team must attend 4 shows under the same team name to be eligible for a NCHS year end award..


Ride Times will be listed by Thursday evening prior to the show on the website.