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Horse and rider combinations can stay at the same level throughout the Winter League
NB. Other than the Pairs class horses may only compete in consecutive levels
Horse/rider combinations can only enter one class at the same level.
Run under BD and BRC Rules
Horses must be 4yrs old or over and Riders 18yrs or over
1st placed combinations from previous years may still compete at the same level, but will not be eligible to win the same league for a second time. (Elementary, Medium & Pairs exempt)
Restricted to horse/rider combinations who have not won 2 or more Intro tests, and not gained 1st, 2nd or 3rd in any Dressage competition at Prelim level or higher. Class may be restricted to first 10
Restricted to horse/rider combinations who have not won 2 or more Intro tests, and not gained 1st, 2nd or 3rd in any Dressage competition at Prelim level or higher. Class may be restricted to first 10 entries. Horse/rider combination may only also enter class 2 or 4. No HC entries.
Restricted to horse /rider combinations who have not gained 1st, 2nd or 3rd more than twice at Prelim level or higher.
Restricted to horse /rider combinations who have not gained 1st, 2nd or 3rd more than twice at Prelim level or higher.
One horse must be Intro, Prelim or Novice level the other can be any level. Pairs will ride either the Intro test or the Prelim test and the winners will be the pair with the highest percentage. Pleas
One horse must be Intro, Prelim or Novice level the other can be any level. Pairs will ride either the Intro test or the Prelim test and the winners will be the pair with the highest percentage. Please declare your test in the notes.
Open to combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Elementary level.
Open to combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Elementary level.
Restricted to horse /rider combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Elementary level.
Restricted to horse /rider combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Elementary level.
Open to combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Medium level.
Open to combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Medium level.
Restricted to horse/rider combinations who have not won 2 or more Intro tests, and not gained 1st, 2nd or 3rd in any Dressage competition at Prelim level or higher. Class may be restricted to first 10
Restricted to horse/rider combinations who have not won 2 or more Intro tests, and not gained 1st, 2nd or 3rd in any Dressage competition at Prelim level or higher. Class may be restricted to first 10 entries. Horse/rider combination may only also enter class 2 or 4. No HC entries.
Restricted to horse /rider combinations who have not gained 1st, 2nd or 3rd more than twice at Prelim level or higher.
Restricted to horse /rider combinations who have not gained 1st, 2nd or 3rd more than twice at Prelim level or higher.
One horse must be Intro, Prelim or Novice level the other can be any level. Pairs will ride either the Intro test or the Prelim test and the winners will be the pair with the highest percentage. Pleas
One horse must be Intro, Prelim or Novice level the other can be any level. Pairs will ride either the Intro test or the Prelim test and the winners will be the pair with the highest percentage. Please declare your test in the notes.
Open to combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Elementary level.
Open to combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Elementary level.
Restricted to horse /rider combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Elementary level.
Restricted to horse /rider combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Elementary level.
Open to combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Medium level.
Open to combinations who are not competing & have never competed at Medium level.
Times will be published on Facebook, horsemonkey.com & ettrickforest.co.uk on the Friday evening before competition
Numbers
Please use your own bib with printed or written number or bridle or saddle pad number to display your competitor number. NB. Numbers to be displayed on both sides
Parking - Please be considerate when parking. Trailers please park in top yard and Lorries in main yard. CARS should not be in the bottom yard but in the layby.
No Dogs please
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You must be a current EFRA member to enter this competition
Your Responsibility
All persons attending the event must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents and must obey instructions given by the Organiser or by officials and stewards
Your safety is your own responsibility. EFRA & STABLE LIFE DO NOT accept responsibility
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You must be a current EFRA member to enter this competition
Your Responsibility
All persons attending the event must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents and must obey instructions given by the Organiser or by officials and stewards
Your safety is your own responsibility. EFRA & STABLE LIFE DO NOT accept responsibility
for any accident, or damage to you, your horse, your vehicle or associates whatsoever and however caused. It is a condition of the club that this is understood and by entering you are agreeing to these conditions.
General information
Please ensure that you do not muck out your horsebox onto parking area. Take all litter home with you.
All riders and helpers must ensure that they act courteously to stewards and officials at all times.
Rudeness will not be tolerated.
Hats must be worn at all times when mounted and must comply to the current BETA Standards (see below). Hair must be above the collar and long hair secured with a hairnet.
Horses/Ponies must not be left unattended or tied to the outside of trailers/lorries
WARM UP area – 5 horses max and you are only allowed to re-enter the arena to warm up at a suitable time for any next class. Please encourage any helpers to lift droppings.
Ettrick Forest Riders Association (EFRA) Privacy Statement
Any information given on entering will only be used for the purposes of this competition and will not be passed on to any third party
Hat/Body Protector Rules
Under BRC rules applying to this event, all riders when mounted, whether competing or not, must wear a hard hat complying with one of the following specifications and with the strap properly adjusted and fastened. Only the following specifications are acceptable at any BRC competition
i. PAS015 (2011) and must have official BSI Kite mark or Inspec IC mark
ii. VG1 01.040 (2014-12) and must have official BSI Kite mark or Inspec IC mark
iii. ASTM F1163 (2004a or 04a onwards) and must have official SEI mark
iv. SNELL E2016 and must have official SNELL label and number
v. AS/NZS 3838 (2006 onwards) and must have official SAI global mark
vi. EN1384:2023 and must have BSI kitemark or Inspec IC mark
It is the rider’s responsibility to ensure they are wearing hats to the correct standard. Any rider found to be using a hat to a lower specification will be disqualified. Riders should be aware that riding in a hat which is not up to the standard specified above may invalidate any insurance.
Body protectors BETA Level 3 Blue 2018 Label
The ONLY exception to the requirement for a BETA Level 3 2009 purple label is that Exo Body Cages will continue to be accepted, provided they have a BETA Level 3 2000 purple label & the competitor must inform the event secretary. If a rider chooses to wear an airbag style body protector for cross-country it must be worn over a permitted BETA Level 3 body protector and if activated, must be deflated or removed before continuing. Hybrid Air-jackets and air jackets incorporated into a blouson style jacket are permitted. It is recommended that body protectors are replaced once they are more than 5 years old.
Full refunds will be given if withdrawal is before the closing date & time. You may substitue another of your own horses in a class, or substitue the rider, at the discretion of the organiser. You may not pass on your entry to another combination.