UPDATED - April 2025 - Annex A is a supplement to the USEF Dressage Rules. All bits/equipment labeled as ‘Pending Review’ are not allowed in USEF/USDF competition until determined otherwise in this Annex. Please refer to FEI Dressage Rules directly for permitted saddlery/equipment in FEI CDIs events. NOTE: New bridle and/or models/configurations and equipment may be approved under our Annex A. However, all existing provisions of DR121, including allowed bridle materials, must additionally be met to be acceptable for competition purposes.

UPDATED - June 2023. Annex A is a supplement to the USEF Dressage Rules. All bits/equipment labeled as ‘Pending Review’ are not allowed in USEF/USDF competition until determined otherwise in this Annex. Please refer to FEI Dressage Rules directly for permitted saddlery/equipment in FEI CDIs events. NOTE: New bridle and/or models/configurations and equipment may be approved under our Annex A. However, all existing provisions of DR121, including allowed bridle materials, must additionally be met to be acceptable for competition purposes.

A resource for DTDs, Dressage Judges and Stewards who officiate Dressage classes at any Federation licensed competition.

UPDATED June 2025 - 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. Exhibitors and Officials must be familiar with USEF Dressage Rules DR120 and DR121 in the current USEF Rule Book. In no way does this booklet supersede the most current USEF Rule Book. There may be updates during the year and all competitors and officials should consult the current Rule Book prior to competing.

Documentation of Equipment Experience form for Dressage Technical Delegates - requirement for promotion to 'r'.

This guide is designed to assist equipment checkers at Level 1-3 competitions.

This guide is designed to assist equipment checkers at a Level 4-5 competition (Championships).

Eventing Annex 1 is a supplement to the USEF Eventing Rules. NOTE: This includes Tack & Equipment for the dressage phase of Eventing.

Posted: October 2, 2024. This information is relevant to the 2025 Discover Dressage/FEI North American Youth Dressage Championship presented by USDF and subject to changes. This information is intended to help but does not include all rules for the Championships. Please check the current edition of the FEI and USEF Rulebook, respectively for additional rules and updates.

Dressage Competition Management and Technical Delegates are strongly encouraged to review these Implementation Guidelines for DR126 Equipment Inspections. This document outlines the responsibilities of both competition management and the Technical Delegate. The guideline also provides examples of possible methods that can be utilized to ensure that 50% of equipment is checked.

The purpose of this review process is to allow dressage equipment manufacturers to submit their new products or prototypes (bits, bridles, saddles, etc.) for review and determination of compliance with current Dressage Regulations of the USEF Dressage Rules.

A guideline of legal and illegal equipment when competing in Western Dressage classes.

Class Specifications for Western Dressage Classes

2019 Entry Form for Dressage and Jumping NAYC. One required per athlete.

Schedule of Dressage 2023 NAYC

A reference guide for judges regarding Western Dressage Rail Classes.

Hypnotherapy / Psychotherapy Grant Criteria

2024 Prize List Requirements for US Equestrian Dressage, Eventing, Endurance, Driving, and Vaulting Competitions

combined timetable for jumping and dressage

Application for the 2024 Olympic Games U.S. Dressage Team.

The selection process for the U.S. Dressage Team for the 2024 Olympic Games. Posted 1/16/2024

Para Dressage Grant Criteria

2024 Paralympic Para Dressage Observation Events

2025 Prize List Requirements for US Equestrian Breed, English Pleasure, & Western Dressage Competitions

2025 Prize List Requirements for US Equestrian for Level 3 and up Dressage Competitions

Aimed to identify combinations with the potential to move up to the Pre-Elite or Elite Program or have a podium finish at the next FEI World Championships or Olympic Games.

Updated March 13, 2024. The aim of these policies and procedures is to produce the most effective U.S. FEI calendar. It is important to note at the outset that these policies and procedures do not replace the USEF Licensing and/or Mileage Rules.

Application

Athlete of Honor Award

Published November 18, 2024

2025 Prize List Requirements for US Equestrian Level 1 and 2 Dressage Competitions

Qualifying Criteria

Updated September 10, 2025 - This list is updated manually and may not reflect the most recent changes. Please check the USEF Calendar Search for the most up to date and accurate competition information.

Selection procedures for the 2026 FEI World Breeding Championships For Young Horses In Dressage (Five, Six, and Seven Year Old's). Approved by USEF Board of Directors on October 20, 2025. FEI and WBFSH Approved - November 19, 2025.

Selection Criteria

This memo outlines anticipated qualifying information for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions. This preliminary information is being provided to assist you with your competition planning and may be subject to change.

This memo outlines anticipated qualifying information for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions. This preliminary information is being provided to assist you with your competition planning and may be subject to change.

This memo outlines anticipated qualifying information for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions. This preliminary information is being provided to assist you with your competition planning and may be subject to change.

This memo outlines anticipated qualifying information for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions. This preliminary information is being provided to assist you with your competition planning and may be subject to change.

This memo outlines anticipated qualifying information for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions. This preliminary information is being provided to assist you with your competition planning and may be subject to change.

Qualifying Requirements for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions.

Qualifying Requirements for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions.

Qualifying Requirements for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions.

Qualifying Requirements for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions.

Qualifying Requirements for the 2026 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions.

Published September 9, 2025

Posted April 23, 2025. The aim of these policies and procedures is to produce the most effective U.S. FEI calendar. It is important to note at the outset that these policies and procedures do not replace the USEF Licensing and/or Mileage Rules.

First Practicum agenda

For use by Licensed Officials in judging the AMHA Dressage Seat Medal class

Describes the conduct of the class with a score sheet.