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Coming Soon….. SVDA Spring Fling April 22, 2012 Carlton Farms, Williamsburg Low Cost Clinic with Rebecca Vick Saturday April 28, 2012 @ Silverleaf Farm Sunday April 29, 2012 @ Princess Anne Farms Low Cost Clinic with Danielle Rowland Saturday June 17, 2012 @ Terra Ceia Farm Volume 28, Issue IIII April 2012 Half-Halt The Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Back by Popular Demand LOW COST SVDA CLINIC WITH REBECCA VICK SATURDAY APRIL 28,2012 AT SILVERLEAF FARM SUNDAY APRIL 29, AT PRINCESS ANNE FARM COST IS ONLY $45 FOR SVDA MEMBERS Go to www.southeastvirginiadressage.org For Forms and Details! Check out the Cover of USDF! First Western Dressage Horse on the Cover SVDA Member Courtney Culpeper Competes in the new SVDA Western Dressage Division

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Page 1: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

Coming Soonhellip

SVDA Spring Fling ndashApril 22

2012

Carlton Farms Williamsburg

Low Cost Clinic with Rebecca

Vick

Saturday April 28 2012

Silverleaf Farm

Sunday April 29 2012

Princess Anne Farms

Low Cost Clinic with Danielle

Rowland

Saturday June 17 2012

Terra Ceia Farm

Volume 28 Issue IIII April 2012

Half-Halt The Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association

Back by Popular Demand

LOW COST SVDA CLINIC WITH

REBECCA VICK

SATURDAY APRIL 282012 AT

SILVERLEAF FARM

SUNDAY APRIL 29 AT PRINCESS

ANNE FARM

COST IS ONLY $45 FOR SVDA

MEMBERS

Go to wwwsoutheastvirginiadressageorg For

Forms and Details

Check out the Cover of USDF First

Western Dressage Horse on the Cover SVDA Member Courtney Culpeper Competes

in the new SVDA Western Dressage Division

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 2

2012 Board of Directors

President

Kathy Rowse-E-Mail

Vice President

Robyn Nunnally-E-Mail

Secretary

Danielle Rowland-E-Mail

Treasurer

Shari Cutchin-E-Mail

Clinics and Programs

Janice Mumford-E-Mail

Awards Chair

Carol Gonyo-E-Mail

Juniors Chair

Tristin Butler-E-Mail

Licensed Show Chair

Donna Rowland-E-Mail

Membership Chair

Reeta Edmundson-E-Mail

Scholarship Chair

Sandy Johnson-E-Mail

Schooling Show Chair

Kristen Tessenear-E-Mail

Ways and Means Chair

Grace Harrell

Newsletter Webmaster Chairs

Wendy Murray-E-Mail

Members at Large

Mary Winchell Robin Jones

amp Grace Harrell

USDF REGION 1 JUNIORYOUNG RIDER

CLINIC

By Katie Lang

The USDF Region 1 JuniorYoung Rider Clinic with Jeremy Steinberg USEF

National Youth Coach was held March 17-18 2012 at Hassler Dressage in Chesapeake City Maryland I applied to ride in the clinic but due to the large number of applicants riders who were seeking to make the JuniorYoung Rider team for 2012 were chosen to ride I am not at that level but

hope to be someday Lower level

riders like myself were invited to attend to audit the clinic I jumped at the opportunity knowing that I

would learn a lot

Hassler Dressage at Riveredge is a

spectacular facility The main barn has state of the art facilities and a lovely bright indoor arena The Hasslers greeted the participants

and made everyone feel at home The clinic organizer was Debbie

Delgiorno Vice President ESDCTA (Eastern States Dressage and Combined Training Association) who worked very hard to provide wonderful hospitality

and to make sure things ran smoothly

Jeremy Steinberg began the clinic by greeting everyone It was apparent from the start that he was a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic clinician He earned a gold medal at the 1996 USDF Young Rider Championships and was a competitor at the USET Festival of Champions He operates his own training

facility and has served as the USEF National Youth Coach since 2010

There were eight very talented horse and rider teams chosen to ride in the clinic Jeremy Steinberg began each session by spending several minutes ob-serving the warm-ups It was amazing how he could zero in on the things that needed to be worked on after only a few minutes of observation He got so

caught up in what he was doing that each 45 minute session ran closer to an hour As I watched and listened I was able to glean some keys points

which I have summarized below

Page 3 Volume 28 Issue 1II

JEREMY STEINBERGrsquoS KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS

Transitions transitions transitions Working on transitions helps in every facet of dressage Donrsquot

neglect doing ldquodownrdquo transitions

Always work to keep 23 of the horse in front of your leg

Keep your horse from getting lazy by not being a lazy rider You can do this by making con-

stant minor adjustments

Throughness comes from the horse pushing from behind to the bit Always engage the hind

quarters

Do a lot of centerline work instead of rail work to get out of your comfort zone Try lateral

work in the middle of the ring

You should be training passage from the day you begin riding dressage by doing halt to trot

work This develops loftiness and cadence in the trot right from the start

Never practice things wrong Keep at it until it is

correct

Be a rider not a passenger Never put a horse on

autopilot

ldquoSeason to tasterdquo just as you would with a cooking recipe when you are adding cayenne pepper In

other words start with minor adjustments incre-mentally rather than one big adjustment when

learning a new technique

If you are having trouble doing the sitting trot keep your upper body two inches behind vertical at

first which allows you to sit back on your seat pockets Once you can do it it is easy to adjust

your upper body back to vertical

At the end of each riding session it was amazing how much better each rider was able to do the

thing which the rider indicated they were having trouble with before the clinic

Each of the riders and youth auditors were invited to attend a dinner at the Hassler Club House which gave us an opportunity to meet each other to discuss the training session and to ask ques-tions of Jeremy Steinberg and Scott Hassler This resulted in a very frank discussion of expecta-tions Jeremy Steinberg said that not everyone can win first place at a show but that a rider

should ride at the level at which he or she is well prepared to have the best ride possible Stated another way donrsquot show up thinking that it is good just to be part of the competition show up

able to put on your best performance

Attending this clinic was a wonderful learning opportunity I think that even riders who are not at

the elite level can benefit from such clinics If you have the opportunity to attend a clinic as a par-

ticipant or an auditor you are sure to learn a great deal

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 4

Dear SVDA Ask the Trainer

Im hearing a lot about Western Dressage and saw a rider show in a Western Dressage class at the March SVDA schooling show Whats it

all about Signed

Annie Oakley Dear Annie Oakley

The general idea behind Western Dressage is the same as Classical Dressage improving the horse and rider through increased cadence balance and self carriage allowing the horse to

become more supple and flexible as it works more off its hindquarters with an increasing lightness of the forehand Simple right Welcome my western

friends with your beautiful silver embellished tack and glittery outfits that I covet so to the world of dressage Here are some general guidelines to help ensure your transition is smooth and forward

Tack Of course silver tack is not required in western dressage classes Any stock-type sad-

dle and western-styled bridle may be used Horses may be shown in either curbs or snaffles Two hands must be used with a snaffle One or two hands may be used on a curb but you

may not switch back and forth from 1 hand to 2 during a test nor may you change your rein-ing hand during a test Hackamores and cavessons are prohibited

Warm-up area Something a little different about dressage shows is that things such as draw reins and other such devices are illegal in the warm up ring Leg protection and bell boots

are allowed in the warm up but must be pulled prior to testing Your number must be worn at all times when the horse is being exercised so this includes

the warm up

Gaits Walk - a 4 beat gait The horse should walk energetically forward with a march-like quality calmly and with even steps Jigging or other mixing of the gaits along with head toss-

ing or resistance to the bridle is a serious fault In the Free Walk the horse should show complete relaxation as he is allowed freedom to lower and stretch out his head and neck

Working Jog or JogTrot - a slow steady 2 beat gait The horse should demonstrate engagement and impulsion from the rear but with less for-

ward motion than in trot Again no mixing of the gaits should be noted and the horse should keep a steady soft contact on the reins Riders must sit all jog and jogtrot work

Extended Jog - same as above but demonstrating a longer more ground covering stride It is NOT a faster JogTrot

Lope - a slow 3 beat gait Balanced cadenced strides should be seen with a light connection in the bridle Trotting behind or otherwise mixing the gaits is a major deduction Horses must be sound at all gaits Shoeing is not required

Head Carriage A good western horse carries his entire body in balance using his head and neck in relationship to his conformation creating flex-

ion at the poll lightness of the forehand and increased articulation of the joints A head carried with the poll below the withers or with the face behind the vertical is a serious flaw In

general the face should be at or slightly in front of the vertical with lower level horses being more in front of the vertical as a rule of thumb

Contact It is not necessary to show a drape in the reins Rather the rider should maintain a soft light contact with the horses mouth The horse should display no resistance to this contact and should actively but quietly seek the bit Bumping the curb (lifting the reins straight up) and open mouths are major penalties

Classes No need to memorize Classes may be called Judges do not award extra points just because a test is ridden from memory Unlike tra-

ditional dressage there is no maximum number of tests per day While testing the rider may not use their voice or click to the horse Each use of voice is a deduction of at least 2 points False tails are prohibited and braiding is NOT required Attire standard Western attire is to be worn

At all SVDA events helmets with harnesses attached are REQUIRED at all times while mounted SVDA allows for relaxed attire chaps not re-quired and a short sleeved collared shirt (such as a polo or golf shirt) without neckwear may be worn instead of a long sleeved shirt This is only an

overview of the rules each rider should read and become familiar with the rules of the Western Dressage division at httpwesterndressageassociationorg and wwwuseforglthttpwwwuseforggt Specific information as well as tests can be found there If you have questions please ask us Its a learning experience for us all I am looking forward to seeing some Western Dressage this year

Robyn Nunnally

Certified Open Horse Show Judge NCSU

SVDArsquoS ldquoASK THE TRAINERJUDGE rdquo

BY MARTY-ANNA SCHRIEBL

Submit your Questions tohellip

patriotfarmwildbluenet

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 5

Dear Annie Oakley

SVDA is very excited to be offering a trial year of Western Dressage classes and End of the Year awards We always want to welcome anyone and any discipline that is interested in improving their horse by using the classical principles of dressage

There are actually 2 organizations that are working with USEF on developing Western Dressage rules for USEF Licensed shows The West-

ern Dressage Association of American (WDAA) has the only published rules and tests and is what SVDA will follow for 2012 You can find the rules and tests at this link httpwwwwesterndressageassociationorgget-involvedwestern-dressage-rules-tests

Please become thoroughly familiar with the rules if you would like to compete this year Their current rules refer you to the USEF Dressage Rules in some sections for a longer description of the movements WDAA is working on revisions of their rules and new tests in the future

The North American Western Dressage Association (NDAA) is putting the finishing touches on their rules and tests I have an advance copy of

the NDAA rules and they significantly differ from WDAA - so this will be something that SVDA addresses for 2013 The NDAA proposal gives much more clarity and guidance on the quality that we should be looking for while judging

Just like in our traditional dressage the steps of the training scale should be the

basis for all training and competition Western Dressage MUST be judged by a dressage judge so it makes sense that we will adhere to the basic principles of

dressage There is discussion amongst members of the USEF Dressage Commit-tee about how to incorporate our USEF judging guidelines into Western Dressage

In my opinion the vision of what is desired is probably going to vary depending on if you talk to a Western trained rider or a dressage trained rider Hopefully the two sides will come together as the sport develops An FEI judge from the

Dressage Committee told me that when she judged in California (where WD is well established) the highest

scoring horses would also have scored basically the same if they had been in Eng-lish tack and placed well in any open dressage show It is clearly a work in pro-

gress

Fortunately everyone agrees that there must be a clear rhythm in each gait - this will be difficult in the jog without a certain amount of energy and most difficult at the lope where frequently we see an incorrect 4 beat rhythm As far as energy

and ground cover -the FEI judges have told me that good WD gaits will have a working quality similar to the working trot and canter in traditional dressage Oth-

ers who have experience in Western disciplines want to see more of a jog vs a trot In both jog and lope - cadence elasticity a supple back and well engaged hindquarters are discussed in the rules-in my mind this re-

quires a fairly active and ground covering gait

While the horse should always be on the bit it is not enough to just be in a frame -so the WD horse will really have to work correctly over his back and connect back to front This may be uncharted territory for some Western riders who are making the jump to Western Dressage Straightness and equal bending in both directions should also be an area of focus for new WD riders

In early March SVDA L grads and USEF judges got together for an educational roundtable discussion - it was a wonderful learning experi-

ence for all of us I think that regarding Western Dressage - we all agreed that we will be rewarding a rhythmic harmonious supple and obedient horse adhering to the basic principles of dressage

Just like in traditional dressage - sometimes judges will disagree on a scoring a horses performance But rest assured you will get excellent guidance and comments on how to develop your horses training Stay tuned for some exciting times as Western Dressage continues to de-

velop as a discipline Kathy Rowse

USEF S Dressage Judge

For more information Visit

wwwwesterndressageassociationorg

Contact Robyn to Sign up

for Schooling Show

Volunteer Positions

robynnunallyaolcom

Get your 4 Hours of Volun-

teer Time by July 1 2012 to

qualify for Year End

Awards

Pam Burdette 8

Tristin Butler 23

Suz Cornelsen 8

Shari Cutchin 8

Savannah Dodge 8

Reeta Edmondson 8

Susan Forester 6

Carol Gonyo 15

Danielle Goulding 4

Sacha Ingram 7

Sandy Johnson 24

Stacey Johnson 4

Jaye Jones 8

Robin Jones 12

Melisa Mahoney 7

Joan McClellan 8

Sarah Miller 4

Janice Mumford 8

Wendy Murray 20

Robyn Nunnally 28

Beth Rippel 8

Diane Rombs 8

Danielle Rowland 8

Donna Rowland 8

Kathy Rowse 23

Anna Scriebl 1

Brenda Stevens 4

Kristin Tessenear 8

Grace Williams 11

Mary Winchell 16

Jessica Zoskey 8

VOLUNTEER POINTS

SCHOOLING SHOW NOTICE-PLEASE READ

SVDA requires that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows have a current Coggins This includes non-competing

horses as well as horses and ponies brought along as a buddy You must provide SVDA with a legible copy of your horsersquos Cog-

gins and we will keep it on file until it expires Here is the actual language as written in Virginia law

2 VAC 5-70-20 Testing requirements for horses exhibited at shows fairs or other exhibitions in Virginia

All horses assembled at a show fair race meet or other such function in Virginia must be accompanied by a report of an official

negative test for equine infectious anemia conducted within 12 months prior to such event The person in charge will ensure

that a copy of the official negative test results accompanies each horse in the event and shall make such reports available for

inspection by a representative of the State Veterinarian upon request The person in charge shall exclude any horse which is not

accompanied by a negative test report

An additional requirement is that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows be accompanied by a signed entry form

This includes non-compete and ldquobuddyrdquo animals When you arrive on the grounds with a non-competing horse you must first

(before unloading) check in with the show secretary provide the current Coggins sign the entry form (this is needed for liability

purposes) and be assigned a number which shall be displayed on that horse

CONGRATULATIONS TO SVDA MEMBERShellip March Magic 2012 Scores

Jessica Zoskey amp Dansant - owner Kathy Rowse Third 2 - 69878 4th Third 2 - 65000 3rd Third 3 - 66667 5th Third 3 - 76923 1st Fourth 1 - 63571 3rd - Southebys Stakes Jessica Zoskey amp Dexter S - owner Janice Mumford Third 1 65 First place Third 2 73902 First place Third 2 73293 First place Third 3 68077 Fourth place Third 1 65921 Second place Southebys Stakes

Wishing SVDA Member Marylyn

Leonard best wishes for a speedy

recovery and get well soon

We love you Marylyn

SVDA Board of Directors

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 8

Classified Adshellip

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contact Mike Rowse 757-621-6769 or Kathy at 757-

617-9505

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USDF Bronze amp Silver Medalist

USDF ldquoLrdquo Graduate

Clinics amp Lessons at your Farm

Judging Dressage amp Open Schooling

Shows

Call

7576358023

CLINICS | LESSONS | JUDGING

Schooling Show Schedule

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SVDA Newsletter Editor

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124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 2: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 2

2012 Board of Directors

President

Kathy Rowse-E-Mail

Vice President

Robyn Nunnally-E-Mail

Secretary

Danielle Rowland-E-Mail

Treasurer

Shari Cutchin-E-Mail

Clinics and Programs

Janice Mumford-E-Mail

Awards Chair

Carol Gonyo-E-Mail

Juniors Chair

Tristin Butler-E-Mail

Licensed Show Chair

Donna Rowland-E-Mail

Membership Chair

Reeta Edmundson-E-Mail

Scholarship Chair

Sandy Johnson-E-Mail

Schooling Show Chair

Kristen Tessenear-E-Mail

Ways and Means Chair

Grace Harrell

Newsletter Webmaster Chairs

Wendy Murray-E-Mail

Members at Large

Mary Winchell Robin Jones

amp Grace Harrell

USDF REGION 1 JUNIORYOUNG RIDER

CLINIC

By Katie Lang

The USDF Region 1 JuniorYoung Rider Clinic with Jeremy Steinberg USEF

National Youth Coach was held March 17-18 2012 at Hassler Dressage in Chesapeake City Maryland I applied to ride in the clinic but due to the large number of applicants riders who were seeking to make the JuniorYoung Rider team for 2012 were chosen to ride I am not at that level but

hope to be someday Lower level

riders like myself were invited to attend to audit the clinic I jumped at the opportunity knowing that I

would learn a lot

Hassler Dressage at Riveredge is a

spectacular facility The main barn has state of the art facilities and a lovely bright indoor arena The Hasslers greeted the participants

and made everyone feel at home The clinic organizer was Debbie

Delgiorno Vice President ESDCTA (Eastern States Dressage and Combined Training Association) who worked very hard to provide wonderful hospitality

and to make sure things ran smoothly

Jeremy Steinberg began the clinic by greeting everyone It was apparent from the start that he was a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic clinician He earned a gold medal at the 1996 USDF Young Rider Championships and was a competitor at the USET Festival of Champions He operates his own training

facility and has served as the USEF National Youth Coach since 2010

There were eight very talented horse and rider teams chosen to ride in the clinic Jeremy Steinberg began each session by spending several minutes ob-serving the warm-ups It was amazing how he could zero in on the things that needed to be worked on after only a few minutes of observation He got so

caught up in what he was doing that each 45 minute session ran closer to an hour As I watched and listened I was able to glean some keys points

which I have summarized below

Page 3 Volume 28 Issue 1II

JEREMY STEINBERGrsquoS KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS

Transitions transitions transitions Working on transitions helps in every facet of dressage Donrsquot

neglect doing ldquodownrdquo transitions

Always work to keep 23 of the horse in front of your leg

Keep your horse from getting lazy by not being a lazy rider You can do this by making con-

stant minor adjustments

Throughness comes from the horse pushing from behind to the bit Always engage the hind

quarters

Do a lot of centerline work instead of rail work to get out of your comfort zone Try lateral

work in the middle of the ring

You should be training passage from the day you begin riding dressage by doing halt to trot

work This develops loftiness and cadence in the trot right from the start

Never practice things wrong Keep at it until it is

correct

Be a rider not a passenger Never put a horse on

autopilot

ldquoSeason to tasterdquo just as you would with a cooking recipe when you are adding cayenne pepper In

other words start with minor adjustments incre-mentally rather than one big adjustment when

learning a new technique

If you are having trouble doing the sitting trot keep your upper body two inches behind vertical at

first which allows you to sit back on your seat pockets Once you can do it it is easy to adjust

your upper body back to vertical

At the end of each riding session it was amazing how much better each rider was able to do the

thing which the rider indicated they were having trouble with before the clinic

Each of the riders and youth auditors were invited to attend a dinner at the Hassler Club House which gave us an opportunity to meet each other to discuss the training session and to ask ques-tions of Jeremy Steinberg and Scott Hassler This resulted in a very frank discussion of expecta-tions Jeremy Steinberg said that not everyone can win first place at a show but that a rider

should ride at the level at which he or she is well prepared to have the best ride possible Stated another way donrsquot show up thinking that it is good just to be part of the competition show up

able to put on your best performance

Attending this clinic was a wonderful learning opportunity I think that even riders who are not at

the elite level can benefit from such clinics If you have the opportunity to attend a clinic as a par-

ticipant or an auditor you are sure to learn a great deal

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 4

Dear SVDA Ask the Trainer

Im hearing a lot about Western Dressage and saw a rider show in a Western Dressage class at the March SVDA schooling show Whats it

all about Signed

Annie Oakley Dear Annie Oakley

The general idea behind Western Dressage is the same as Classical Dressage improving the horse and rider through increased cadence balance and self carriage allowing the horse to

become more supple and flexible as it works more off its hindquarters with an increasing lightness of the forehand Simple right Welcome my western

friends with your beautiful silver embellished tack and glittery outfits that I covet so to the world of dressage Here are some general guidelines to help ensure your transition is smooth and forward

Tack Of course silver tack is not required in western dressage classes Any stock-type sad-

dle and western-styled bridle may be used Horses may be shown in either curbs or snaffles Two hands must be used with a snaffle One or two hands may be used on a curb but you

may not switch back and forth from 1 hand to 2 during a test nor may you change your rein-ing hand during a test Hackamores and cavessons are prohibited

Warm-up area Something a little different about dressage shows is that things such as draw reins and other such devices are illegal in the warm up ring Leg protection and bell boots

are allowed in the warm up but must be pulled prior to testing Your number must be worn at all times when the horse is being exercised so this includes

the warm up

Gaits Walk - a 4 beat gait The horse should walk energetically forward with a march-like quality calmly and with even steps Jigging or other mixing of the gaits along with head toss-

ing or resistance to the bridle is a serious fault In the Free Walk the horse should show complete relaxation as he is allowed freedom to lower and stretch out his head and neck

Working Jog or JogTrot - a slow steady 2 beat gait The horse should demonstrate engagement and impulsion from the rear but with less for-

ward motion than in trot Again no mixing of the gaits should be noted and the horse should keep a steady soft contact on the reins Riders must sit all jog and jogtrot work

Extended Jog - same as above but demonstrating a longer more ground covering stride It is NOT a faster JogTrot

Lope - a slow 3 beat gait Balanced cadenced strides should be seen with a light connection in the bridle Trotting behind or otherwise mixing the gaits is a major deduction Horses must be sound at all gaits Shoeing is not required

Head Carriage A good western horse carries his entire body in balance using his head and neck in relationship to his conformation creating flex-

ion at the poll lightness of the forehand and increased articulation of the joints A head carried with the poll below the withers or with the face behind the vertical is a serious flaw In

general the face should be at or slightly in front of the vertical with lower level horses being more in front of the vertical as a rule of thumb

Contact It is not necessary to show a drape in the reins Rather the rider should maintain a soft light contact with the horses mouth The horse should display no resistance to this contact and should actively but quietly seek the bit Bumping the curb (lifting the reins straight up) and open mouths are major penalties

Classes No need to memorize Classes may be called Judges do not award extra points just because a test is ridden from memory Unlike tra-

ditional dressage there is no maximum number of tests per day While testing the rider may not use their voice or click to the horse Each use of voice is a deduction of at least 2 points False tails are prohibited and braiding is NOT required Attire standard Western attire is to be worn

At all SVDA events helmets with harnesses attached are REQUIRED at all times while mounted SVDA allows for relaxed attire chaps not re-quired and a short sleeved collared shirt (such as a polo or golf shirt) without neckwear may be worn instead of a long sleeved shirt This is only an

overview of the rules each rider should read and become familiar with the rules of the Western Dressage division at httpwesterndressageassociationorg and wwwuseforglthttpwwwuseforggt Specific information as well as tests can be found there If you have questions please ask us Its a learning experience for us all I am looking forward to seeing some Western Dressage this year

Robyn Nunnally

Certified Open Horse Show Judge NCSU

SVDArsquoS ldquoASK THE TRAINERJUDGE rdquo

BY MARTY-ANNA SCHRIEBL

Submit your Questions tohellip

patriotfarmwildbluenet

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 5

Dear Annie Oakley

SVDA is very excited to be offering a trial year of Western Dressage classes and End of the Year awards We always want to welcome anyone and any discipline that is interested in improving their horse by using the classical principles of dressage

There are actually 2 organizations that are working with USEF on developing Western Dressage rules for USEF Licensed shows The West-

ern Dressage Association of American (WDAA) has the only published rules and tests and is what SVDA will follow for 2012 You can find the rules and tests at this link httpwwwwesterndressageassociationorgget-involvedwestern-dressage-rules-tests

Please become thoroughly familiar with the rules if you would like to compete this year Their current rules refer you to the USEF Dressage Rules in some sections for a longer description of the movements WDAA is working on revisions of their rules and new tests in the future

The North American Western Dressage Association (NDAA) is putting the finishing touches on their rules and tests I have an advance copy of

the NDAA rules and they significantly differ from WDAA - so this will be something that SVDA addresses for 2013 The NDAA proposal gives much more clarity and guidance on the quality that we should be looking for while judging

Just like in our traditional dressage the steps of the training scale should be the

basis for all training and competition Western Dressage MUST be judged by a dressage judge so it makes sense that we will adhere to the basic principles of

dressage There is discussion amongst members of the USEF Dressage Commit-tee about how to incorporate our USEF judging guidelines into Western Dressage

In my opinion the vision of what is desired is probably going to vary depending on if you talk to a Western trained rider or a dressage trained rider Hopefully the two sides will come together as the sport develops An FEI judge from the

Dressage Committee told me that when she judged in California (where WD is well established) the highest

scoring horses would also have scored basically the same if they had been in Eng-lish tack and placed well in any open dressage show It is clearly a work in pro-

gress

Fortunately everyone agrees that there must be a clear rhythm in each gait - this will be difficult in the jog without a certain amount of energy and most difficult at the lope where frequently we see an incorrect 4 beat rhythm As far as energy

and ground cover -the FEI judges have told me that good WD gaits will have a working quality similar to the working trot and canter in traditional dressage Oth-

ers who have experience in Western disciplines want to see more of a jog vs a trot In both jog and lope - cadence elasticity a supple back and well engaged hindquarters are discussed in the rules-in my mind this re-

quires a fairly active and ground covering gait

While the horse should always be on the bit it is not enough to just be in a frame -so the WD horse will really have to work correctly over his back and connect back to front This may be uncharted territory for some Western riders who are making the jump to Western Dressage Straightness and equal bending in both directions should also be an area of focus for new WD riders

In early March SVDA L grads and USEF judges got together for an educational roundtable discussion - it was a wonderful learning experi-

ence for all of us I think that regarding Western Dressage - we all agreed that we will be rewarding a rhythmic harmonious supple and obedient horse adhering to the basic principles of dressage

Just like in traditional dressage - sometimes judges will disagree on a scoring a horses performance But rest assured you will get excellent guidance and comments on how to develop your horses training Stay tuned for some exciting times as Western Dressage continues to de-

velop as a discipline Kathy Rowse

USEF S Dressage Judge

For more information Visit

wwwwesterndressageassociationorg

Contact Robyn to Sign up

for Schooling Show

Volunteer Positions

robynnunallyaolcom

Get your 4 Hours of Volun-

teer Time by July 1 2012 to

qualify for Year End

Awards

Pam Burdette 8

Tristin Butler 23

Suz Cornelsen 8

Shari Cutchin 8

Savannah Dodge 8

Reeta Edmondson 8

Susan Forester 6

Carol Gonyo 15

Danielle Goulding 4

Sacha Ingram 7

Sandy Johnson 24

Stacey Johnson 4

Jaye Jones 8

Robin Jones 12

Melisa Mahoney 7

Joan McClellan 8

Sarah Miller 4

Janice Mumford 8

Wendy Murray 20

Robyn Nunnally 28

Beth Rippel 8

Diane Rombs 8

Danielle Rowland 8

Donna Rowland 8

Kathy Rowse 23

Anna Scriebl 1

Brenda Stevens 4

Kristin Tessenear 8

Grace Williams 11

Mary Winchell 16

Jessica Zoskey 8

VOLUNTEER POINTS

SCHOOLING SHOW NOTICE-PLEASE READ

SVDA requires that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows have a current Coggins This includes non-competing

horses as well as horses and ponies brought along as a buddy You must provide SVDA with a legible copy of your horsersquos Cog-

gins and we will keep it on file until it expires Here is the actual language as written in Virginia law

2 VAC 5-70-20 Testing requirements for horses exhibited at shows fairs or other exhibitions in Virginia

All horses assembled at a show fair race meet or other such function in Virginia must be accompanied by a report of an official

negative test for equine infectious anemia conducted within 12 months prior to such event The person in charge will ensure

that a copy of the official negative test results accompanies each horse in the event and shall make such reports available for

inspection by a representative of the State Veterinarian upon request The person in charge shall exclude any horse which is not

accompanied by a negative test report

An additional requirement is that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows be accompanied by a signed entry form

This includes non-compete and ldquobuddyrdquo animals When you arrive on the grounds with a non-competing horse you must first

(before unloading) check in with the show secretary provide the current Coggins sign the entry form (this is needed for liability

purposes) and be assigned a number which shall be displayed on that horse

CONGRATULATIONS TO SVDA MEMBERShellip March Magic 2012 Scores

Jessica Zoskey amp Dansant - owner Kathy Rowse Third 2 - 69878 4th Third 2 - 65000 3rd Third 3 - 66667 5th Third 3 - 76923 1st Fourth 1 - 63571 3rd - Southebys Stakes Jessica Zoskey amp Dexter S - owner Janice Mumford Third 1 65 First place Third 2 73902 First place Third 2 73293 First place Third 3 68077 Fourth place Third 1 65921 Second place Southebys Stakes

Wishing SVDA Member Marylyn

Leonard best wishes for a speedy

recovery and get well soon

We love you Marylyn

SVDA Board of Directors

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 8

Classified Adshellip

Wanted Someone to take care of Silverleaf Farm when we are away esp on weekends when we are away at horse shows

Must be experienced mature flexible and willing to

spend the night to care for 2 dogs and 5-6

horses Care Involved feeding 4x a day

contact Mike Rowse 757-621-6769 or Kathy at 757-

617-9505

FOR SALE Kieffer Anja Rolled Bridle Cob size Black Pad-ded brow band and crown crank noseband Excellent con-dition (soft no fading of leather) Small repair on top of bit hanger piece where it buckles into headstall - not notice-able when bridle is on horseRolled flash strap included Rolled reins included (rolled leather front web with hand stops) $120-Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

HS KK Ultra Bit Double jointed (peanut) mouthpiece 5 14 inch mouthpiece (measured from inside ring to in-side ring) 70 mm rings Bit diameter 16 mm $70 Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Wintec Cushion Grip Black Reins New $15 Sandy 582-

2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Janice Mumford

USDF Bronze amp Silver Medalist

USDF ldquoLrdquo Graduate

Clinics amp Lessons at your Farm

Judging Dressage amp Open Schooling

Shows

Call

7576358023

CLINICS | LESSONS | JUDGING

Schooling Show Schedule

httpwwwflowerpowerfundraisingcomcampaigncampaign_id=10873

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 3: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

Page 3 Volume 28 Issue 1II

JEREMY STEINBERGrsquoS KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS

Transitions transitions transitions Working on transitions helps in every facet of dressage Donrsquot

neglect doing ldquodownrdquo transitions

Always work to keep 23 of the horse in front of your leg

Keep your horse from getting lazy by not being a lazy rider You can do this by making con-

stant minor adjustments

Throughness comes from the horse pushing from behind to the bit Always engage the hind

quarters

Do a lot of centerline work instead of rail work to get out of your comfort zone Try lateral

work in the middle of the ring

You should be training passage from the day you begin riding dressage by doing halt to trot

work This develops loftiness and cadence in the trot right from the start

Never practice things wrong Keep at it until it is

correct

Be a rider not a passenger Never put a horse on

autopilot

ldquoSeason to tasterdquo just as you would with a cooking recipe when you are adding cayenne pepper In

other words start with minor adjustments incre-mentally rather than one big adjustment when

learning a new technique

If you are having trouble doing the sitting trot keep your upper body two inches behind vertical at

first which allows you to sit back on your seat pockets Once you can do it it is easy to adjust

your upper body back to vertical

At the end of each riding session it was amazing how much better each rider was able to do the

thing which the rider indicated they were having trouble with before the clinic

Each of the riders and youth auditors were invited to attend a dinner at the Hassler Club House which gave us an opportunity to meet each other to discuss the training session and to ask ques-tions of Jeremy Steinberg and Scott Hassler This resulted in a very frank discussion of expecta-tions Jeremy Steinberg said that not everyone can win first place at a show but that a rider

should ride at the level at which he or she is well prepared to have the best ride possible Stated another way donrsquot show up thinking that it is good just to be part of the competition show up

able to put on your best performance

Attending this clinic was a wonderful learning opportunity I think that even riders who are not at

the elite level can benefit from such clinics If you have the opportunity to attend a clinic as a par-

ticipant or an auditor you are sure to learn a great deal

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 4

Dear SVDA Ask the Trainer

Im hearing a lot about Western Dressage and saw a rider show in a Western Dressage class at the March SVDA schooling show Whats it

all about Signed

Annie Oakley Dear Annie Oakley

The general idea behind Western Dressage is the same as Classical Dressage improving the horse and rider through increased cadence balance and self carriage allowing the horse to

become more supple and flexible as it works more off its hindquarters with an increasing lightness of the forehand Simple right Welcome my western

friends with your beautiful silver embellished tack and glittery outfits that I covet so to the world of dressage Here are some general guidelines to help ensure your transition is smooth and forward

Tack Of course silver tack is not required in western dressage classes Any stock-type sad-

dle and western-styled bridle may be used Horses may be shown in either curbs or snaffles Two hands must be used with a snaffle One or two hands may be used on a curb but you

may not switch back and forth from 1 hand to 2 during a test nor may you change your rein-ing hand during a test Hackamores and cavessons are prohibited

Warm-up area Something a little different about dressage shows is that things such as draw reins and other such devices are illegal in the warm up ring Leg protection and bell boots

are allowed in the warm up but must be pulled prior to testing Your number must be worn at all times when the horse is being exercised so this includes

the warm up

Gaits Walk - a 4 beat gait The horse should walk energetically forward with a march-like quality calmly and with even steps Jigging or other mixing of the gaits along with head toss-

ing or resistance to the bridle is a serious fault In the Free Walk the horse should show complete relaxation as he is allowed freedom to lower and stretch out his head and neck

Working Jog or JogTrot - a slow steady 2 beat gait The horse should demonstrate engagement and impulsion from the rear but with less for-

ward motion than in trot Again no mixing of the gaits should be noted and the horse should keep a steady soft contact on the reins Riders must sit all jog and jogtrot work

Extended Jog - same as above but demonstrating a longer more ground covering stride It is NOT a faster JogTrot

Lope - a slow 3 beat gait Balanced cadenced strides should be seen with a light connection in the bridle Trotting behind or otherwise mixing the gaits is a major deduction Horses must be sound at all gaits Shoeing is not required

Head Carriage A good western horse carries his entire body in balance using his head and neck in relationship to his conformation creating flex-

ion at the poll lightness of the forehand and increased articulation of the joints A head carried with the poll below the withers or with the face behind the vertical is a serious flaw In

general the face should be at or slightly in front of the vertical with lower level horses being more in front of the vertical as a rule of thumb

Contact It is not necessary to show a drape in the reins Rather the rider should maintain a soft light contact with the horses mouth The horse should display no resistance to this contact and should actively but quietly seek the bit Bumping the curb (lifting the reins straight up) and open mouths are major penalties

Classes No need to memorize Classes may be called Judges do not award extra points just because a test is ridden from memory Unlike tra-

ditional dressage there is no maximum number of tests per day While testing the rider may not use their voice or click to the horse Each use of voice is a deduction of at least 2 points False tails are prohibited and braiding is NOT required Attire standard Western attire is to be worn

At all SVDA events helmets with harnesses attached are REQUIRED at all times while mounted SVDA allows for relaxed attire chaps not re-quired and a short sleeved collared shirt (such as a polo or golf shirt) without neckwear may be worn instead of a long sleeved shirt This is only an

overview of the rules each rider should read and become familiar with the rules of the Western Dressage division at httpwesterndressageassociationorg and wwwuseforglthttpwwwuseforggt Specific information as well as tests can be found there If you have questions please ask us Its a learning experience for us all I am looking forward to seeing some Western Dressage this year

Robyn Nunnally

Certified Open Horse Show Judge NCSU

SVDArsquoS ldquoASK THE TRAINERJUDGE rdquo

BY MARTY-ANNA SCHRIEBL

Submit your Questions tohellip

patriotfarmwildbluenet

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 5

Dear Annie Oakley

SVDA is very excited to be offering a trial year of Western Dressage classes and End of the Year awards We always want to welcome anyone and any discipline that is interested in improving their horse by using the classical principles of dressage

There are actually 2 organizations that are working with USEF on developing Western Dressage rules for USEF Licensed shows The West-

ern Dressage Association of American (WDAA) has the only published rules and tests and is what SVDA will follow for 2012 You can find the rules and tests at this link httpwwwwesterndressageassociationorgget-involvedwestern-dressage-rules-tests

Please become thoroughly familiar with the rules if you would like to compete this year Their current rules refer you to the USEF Dressage Rules in some sections for a longer description of the movements WDAA is working on revisions of their rules and new tests in the future

The North American Western Dressage Association (NDAA) is putting the finishing touches on their rules and tests I have an advance copy of

the NDAA rules and they significantly differ from WDAA - so this will be something that SVDA addresses for 2013 The NDAA proposal gives much more clarity and guidance on the quality that we should be looking for while judging

Just like in our traditional dressage the steps of the training scale should be the

basis for all training and competition Western Dressage MUST be judged by a dressage judge so it makes sense that we will adhere to the basic principles of

dressage There is discussion amongst members of the USEF Dressage Commit-tee about how to incorporate our USEF judging guidelines into Western Dressage

In my opinion the vision of what is desired is probably going to vary depending on if you talk to a Western trained rider or a dressage trained rider Hopefully the two sides will come together as the sport develops An FEI judge from the

Dressage Committee told me that when she judged in California (where WD is well established) the highest

scoring horses would also have scored basically the same if they had been in Eng-lish tack and placed well in any open dressage show It is clearly a work in pro-

gress

Fortunately everyone agrees that there must be a clear rhythm in each gait - this will be difficult in the jog without a certain amount of energy and most difficult at the lope where frequently we see an incorrect 4 beat rhythm As far as energy

and ground cover -the FEI judges have told me that good WD gaits will have a working quality similar to the working trot and canter in traditional dressage Oth-

ers who have experience in Western disciplines want to see more of a jog vs a trot In both jog and lope - cadence elasticity a supple back and well engaged hindquarters are discussed in the rules-in my mind this re-

quires a fairly active and ground covering gait

While the horse should always be on the bit it is not enough to just be in a frame -so the WD horse will really have to work correctly over his back and connect back to front This may be uncharted territory for some Western riders who are making the jump to Western Dressage Straightness and equal bending in both directions should also be an area of focus for new WD riders

In early March SVDA L grads and USEF judges got together for an educational roundtable discussion - it was a wonderful learning experi-

ence for all of us I think that regarding Western Dressage - we all agreed that we will be rewarding a rhythmic harmonious supple and obedient horse adhering to the basic principles of dressage

Just like in traditional dressage - sometimes judges will disagree on a scoring a horses performance But rest assured you will get excellent guidance and comments on how to develop your horses training Stay tuned for some exciting times as Western Dressage continues to de-

velop as a discipline Kathy Rowse

USEF S Dressage Judge

For more information Visit

wwwwesterndressageassociationorg

Contact Robyn to Sign up

for Schooling Show

Volunteer Positions

robynnunallyaolcom

Get your 4 Hours of Volun-

teer Time by July 1 2012 to

qualify for Year End

Awards

Pam Burdette 8

Tristin Butler 23

Suz Cornelsen 8

Shari Cutchin 8

Savannah Dodge 8

Reeta Edmondson 8

Susan Forester 6

Carol Gonyo 15

Danielle Goulding 4

Sacha Ingram 7

Sandy Johnson 24

Stacey Johnson 4

Jaye Jones 8

Robin Jones 12

Melisa Mahoney 7

Joan McClellan 8

Sarah Miller 4

Janice Mumford 8

Wendy Murray 20

Robyn Nunnally 28

Beth Rippel 8

Diane Rombs 8

Danielle Rowland 8

Donna Rowland 8

Kathy Rowse 23

Anna Scriebl 1

Brenda Stevens 4

Kristin Tessenear 8

Grace Williams 11

Mary Winchell 16

Jessica Zoskey 8

VOLUNTEER POINTS

SCHOOLING SHOW NOTICE-PLEASE READ

SVDA requires that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows have a current Coggins This includes non-competing

horses as well as horses and ponies brought along as a buddy You must provide SVDA with a legible copy of your horsersquos Cog-

gins and we will keep it on file until it expires Here is the actual language as written in Virginia law

2 VAC 5-70-20 Testing requirements for horses exhibited at shows fairs or other exhibitions in Virginia

All horses assembled at a show fair race meet or other such function in Virginia must be accompanied by a report of an official

negative test for equine infectious anemia conducted within 12 months prior to such event The person in charge will ensure

that a copy of the official negative test results accompanies each horse in the event and shall make such reports available for

inspection by a representative of the State Veterinarian upon request The person in charge shall exclude any horse which is not

accompanied by a negative test report

An additional requirement is that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows be accompanied by a signed entry form

This includes non-compete and ldquobuddyrdquo animals When you arrive on the grounds with a non-competing horse you must first

(before unloading) check in with the show secretary provide the current Coggins sign the entry form (this is needed for liability

purposes) and be assigned a number which shall be displayed on that horse

CONGRATULATIONS TO SVDA MEMBERShellip March Magic 2012 Scores

Jessica Zoskey amp Dansant - owner Kathy Rowse Third 2 - 69878 4th Third 2 - 65000 3rd Third 3 - 66667 5th Third 3 - 76923 1st Fourth 1 - 63571 3rd - Southebys Stakes Jessica Zoskey amp Dexter S - owner Janice Mumford Third 1 65 First place Third 2 73902 First place Third 2 73293 First place Third 3 68077 Fourth place Third 1 65921 Second place Southebys Stakes

Wishing SVDA Member Marylyn

Leonard best wishes for a speedy

recovery and get well soon

We love you Marylyn

SVDA Board of Directors

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 8

Classified Adshellip

Wanted Someone to take care of Silverleaf Farm when we are away esp on weekends when we are away at horse shows

Must be experienced mature flexible and willing to

spend the night to care for 2 dogs and 5-6

horses Care Involved feeding 4x a day

contact Mike Rowse 757-621-6769 or Kathy at 757-

617-9505

FOR SALE Kieffer Anja Rolled Bridle Cob size Black Pad-ded brow band and crown crank noseband Excellent con-dition (soft no fading of leather) Small repair on top of bit hanger piece where it buckles into headstall - not notice-able when bridle is on horseRolled flash strap included Rolled reins included (rolled leather front web with hand stops) $120-Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

HS KK Ultra Bit Double jointed (peanut) mouthpiece 5 14 inch mouthpiece (measured from inside ring to in-side ring) 70 mm rings Bit diameter 16 mm $70 Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Wintec Cushion Grip Black Reins New $15 Sandy 582-

2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Janice Mumford

USDF Bronze amp Silver Medalist

USDF ldquoLrdquo Graduate

Clinics amp Lessons at your Farm

Judging Dressage amp Open Schooling

Shows

Call

7576358023

CLINICS | LESSONS | JUDGING

Schooling Show Schedule

httpwwwflowerpowerfundraisingcomcampaigncampaign_id=10873

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 4: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 4

Dear SVDA Ask the Trainer

Im hearing a lot about Western Dressage and saw a rider show in a Western Dressage class at the March SVDA schooling show Whats it

all about Signed

Annie Oakley Dear Annie Oakley

The general idea behind Western Dressage is the same as Classical Dressage improving the horse and rider through increased cadence balance and self carriage allowing the horse to

become more supple and flexible as it works more off its hindquarters with an increasing lightness of the forehand Simple right Welcome my western

friends with your beautiful silver embellished tack and glittery outfits that I covet so to the world of dressage Here are some general guidelines to help ensure your transition is smooth and forward

Tack Of course silver tack is not required in western dressage classes Any stock-type sad-

dle and western-styled bridle may be used Horses may be shown in either curbs or snaffles Two hands must be used with a snaffle One or two hands may be used on a curb but you

may not switch back and forth from 1 hand to 2 during a test nor may you change your rein-ing hand during a test Hackamores and cavessons are prohibited

Warm-up area Something a little different about dressage shows is that things such as draw reins and other such devices are illegal in the warm up ring Leg protection and bell boots

are allowed in the warm up but must be pulled prior to testing Your number must be worn at all times when the horse is being exercised so this includes

the warm up

Gaits Walk - a 4 beat gait The horse should walk energetically forward with a march-like quality calmly and with even steps Jigging or other mixing of the gaits along with head toss-

ing or resistance to the bridle is a serious fault In the Free Walk the horse should show complete relaxation as he is allowed freedom to lower and stretch out his head and neck

Working Jog or JogTrot - a slow steady 2 beat gait The horse should demonstrate engagement and impulsion from the rear but with less for-

ward motion than in trot Again no mixing of the gaits should be noted and the horse should keep a steady soft contact on the reins Riders must sit all jog and jogtrot work

Extended Jog - same as above but demonstrating a longer more ground covering stride It is NOT a faster JogTrot

Lope - a slow 3 beat gait Balanced cadenced strides should be seen with a light connection in the bridle Trotting behind or otherwise mixing the gaits is a major deduction Horses must be sound at all gaits Shoeing is not required

Head Carriage A good western horse carries his entire body in balance using his head and neck in relationship to his conformation creating flex-

ion at the poll lightness of the forehand and increased articulation of the joints A head carried with the poll below the withers or with the face behind the vertical is a serious flaw In

general the face should be at or slightly in front of the vertical with lower level horses being more in front of the vertical as a rule of thumb

Contact It is not necessary to show a drape in the reins Rather the rider should maintain a soft light contact with the horses mouth The horse should display no resistance to this contact and should actively but quietly seek the bit Bumping the curb (lifting the reins straight up) and open mouths are major penalties

Classes No need to memorize Classes may be called Judges do not award extra points just because a test is ridden from memory Unlike tra-

ditional dressage there is no maximum number of tests per day While testing the rider may not use their voice or click to the horse Each use of voice is a deduction of at least 2 points False tails are prohibited and braiding is NOT required Attire standard Western attire is to be worn

At all SVDA events helmets with harnesses attached are REQUIRED at all times while mounted SVDA allows for relaxed attire chaps not re-quired and a short sleeved collared shirt (such as a polo or golf shirt) without neckwear may be worn instead of a long sleeved shirt This is only an

overview of the rules each rider should read and become familiar with the rules of the Western Dressage division at httpwesterndressageassociationorg and wwwuseforglthttpwwwuseforggt Specific information as well as tests can be found there If you have questions please ask us Its a learning experience for us all I am looking forward to seeing some Western Dressage this year

Robyn Nunnally

Certified Open Horse Show Judge NCSU

SVDArsquoS ldquoASK THE TRAINERJUDGE rdquo

BY MARTY-ANNA SCHRIEBL

Submit your Questions tohellip

patriotfarmwildbluenet

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 5

Dear Annie Oakley

SVDA is very excited to be offering a trial year of Western Dressage classes and End of the Year awards We always want to welcome anyone and any discipline that is interested in improving their horse by using the classical principles of dressage

There are actually 2 organizations that are working with USEF on developing Western Dressage rules for USEF Licensed shows The West-

ern Dressage Association of American (WDAA) has the only published rules and tests and is what SVDA will follow for 2012 You can find the rules and tests at this link httpwwwwesterndressageassociationorgget-involvedwestern-dressage-rules-tests

Please become thoroughly familiar with the rules if you would like to compete this year Their current rules refer you to the USEF Dressage Rules in some sections for a longer description of the movements WDAA is working on revisions of their rules and new tests in the future

The North American Western Dressage Association (NDAA) is putting the finishing touches on their rules and tests I have an advance copy of

the NDAA rules and they significantly differ from WDAA - so this will be something that SVDA addresses for 2013 The NDAA proposal gives much more clarity and guidance on the quality that we should be looking for while judging

Just like in our traditional dressage the steps of the training scale should be the

basis for all training and competition Western Dressage MUST be judged by a dressage judge so it makes sense that we will adhere to the basic principles of

dressage There is discussion amongst members of the USEF Dressage Commit-tee about how to incorporate our USEF judging guidelines into Western Dressage

In my opinion the vision of what is desired is probably going to vary depending on if you talk to a Western trained rider or a dressage trained rider Hopefully the two sides will come together as the sport develops An FEI judge from the

Dressage Committee told me that when she judged in California (where WD is well established) the highest

scoring horses would also have scored basically the same if they had been in Eng-lish tack and placed well in any open dressage show It is clearly a work in pro-

gress

Fortunately everyone agrees that there must be a clear rhythm in each gait - this will be difficult in the jog without a certain amount of energy and most difficult at the lope where frequently we see an incorrect 4 beat rhythm As far as energy

and ground cover -the FEI judges have told me that good WD gaits will have a working quality similar to the working trot and canter in traditional dressage Oth-

ers who have experience in Western disciplines want to see more of a jog vs a trot In both jog and lope - cadence elasticity a supple back and well engaged hindquarters are discussed in the rules-in my mind this re-

quires a fairly active and ground covering gait

While the horse should always be on the bit it is not enough to just be in a frame -so the WD horse will really have to work correctly over his back and connect back to front This may be uncharted territory for some Western riders who are making the jump to Western Dressage Straightness and equal bending in both directions should also be an area of focus for new WD riders

In early March SVDA L grads and USEF judges got together for an educational roundtable discussion - it was a wonderful learning experi-

ence for all of us I think that regarding Western Dressage - we all agreed that we will be rewarding a rhythmic harmonious supple and obedient horse adhering to the basic principles of dressage

Just like in traditional dressage - sometimes judges will disagree on a scoring a horses performance But rest assured you will get excellent guidance and comments on how to develop your horses training Stay tuned for some exciting times as Western Dressage continues to de-

velop as a discipline Kathy Rowse

USEF S Dressage Judge

For more information Visit

wwwwesterndressageassociationorg

Contact Robyn to Sign up

for Schooling Show

Volunteer Positions

robynnunallyaolcom

Get your 4 Hours of Volun-

teer Time by July 1 2012 to

qualify for Year End

Awards

Pam Burdette 8

Tristin Butler 23

Suz Cornelsen 8

Shari Cutchin 8

Savannah Dodge 8

Reeta Edmondson 8

Susan Forester 6

Carol Gonyo 15

Danielle Goulding 4

Sacha Ingram 7

Sandy Johnson 24

Stacey Johnson 4

Jaye Jones 8

Robin Jones 12

Melisa Mahoney 7

Joan McClellan 8

Sarah Miller 4

Janice Mumford 8

Wendy Murray 20

Robyn Nunnally 28

Beth Rippel 8

Diane Rombs 8

Danielle Rowland 8

Donna Rowland 8

Kathy Rowse 23

Anna Scriebl 1

Brenda Stevens 4

Kristin Tessenear 8

Grace Williams 11

Mary Winchell 16

Jessica Zoskey 8

VOLUNTEER POINTS

SCHOOLING SHOW NOTICE-PLEASE READ

SVDA requires that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows have a current Coggins This includes non-competing

horses as well as horses and ponies brought along as a buddy You must provide SVDA with a legible copy of your horsersquos Cog-

gins and we will keep it on file until it expires Here is the actual language as written in Virginia law

2 VAC 5-70-20 Testing requirements for horses exhibited at shows fairs or other exhibitions in Virginia

All horses assembled at a show fair race meet or other such function in Virginia must be accompanied by a report of an official

negative test for equine infectious anemia conducted within 12 months prior to such event The person in charge will ensure

that a copy of the official negative test results accompanies each horse in the event and shall make such reports available for

inspection by a representative of the State Veterinarian upon request The person in charge shall exclude any horse which is not

accompanied by a negative test report

An additional requirement is that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows be accompanied by a signed entry form

This includes non-compete and ldquobuddyrdquo animals When you arrive on the grounds with a non-competing horse you must first

(before unloading) check in with the show secretary provide the current Coggins sign the entry form (this is needed for liability

purposes) and be assigned a number which shall be displayed on that horse

CONGRATULATIONS TO SVDA MEMBERShellip March Magic 2012 Scores

Jessica Zoskey amp Dansant - owner Kathy Rowse Third 2 - 69878 4th Third 2 - 65000 3rd Third 3 - 66667 5th Third 3 - 76923 1st Fourth 1 - 63571 3rd - Southebys Stakes Jessica Zoskey amp Dexter S - owner Janice Mumford Third 1 65 First place Third 2 73902 First place Third 2 73293 First place Third 3 68077 Fourth place Third 1 65921 Second place Southebys Stakes

Wishing SVDA Member Marylyn

Leonard best wishes for a speedy

recovery and get well soon

We love you Marylyn

SVDA Board of Directors

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 8

Classified Adshellip

Wanted Someone to take care of Silverleaf Farm when we are away esp on weekends when we are away at horse shows

Must be experienced mature flexible and willing to

spend the night to care for 2 dogs and 5-6

horses Care Involved feeding 4x a day

contact Mike Rowse 757-621-6769 or Kathy at 757-

617-9505

FOR SALE Kieffer Anja Rolled Bridle Cob size Black Pad-ded brow band and crown crank noseband Excellent con-dition (soft no fading of leather) Small repair on top of bit hanger piece where it buckles into headstall - not notice-able when bridle is on horseRolled flash strap included Rolled reins included (rolled leather front web with hand stops) $120-Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

HS KK Ultra Bit Double jointed (peanut) mouthpiece 5 14 inch mouthpiece (measured from inside ring to in-side ring) 70 mm rings Bit diameter 16 mm $70 Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Wintec Cushion Grip Black Reins New $15 Sandy 582-

2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Janice Mumford

USDF Bronze amp Silver Medalist

USDF ldquoLrdquo Graduate

Clinics amp Lessons at your Farm

Judging Dressage amp Open Schooling

Shows

Call

7576358023

CLINICS | LESSONS | JUDGING

Schooling Show Schedule

httpwwwflowerpowerfundraisingcomcampaigncampaign_id=10873

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 5: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 5

Dear Annie Oakley

SVDA is very excited to be offering a trial year of Western Dressage classes and End of the Year awards We always want to welcome anyone and any discipline that is interested in improving their horse by using the classical principles of dressage

There are actually 2 organizations that are working with USEF on developing Western Dressage rules for USEF Licensed shows The West-

ern Dressage Association of American (WDAA) has the only published rules and tests and is what SVDA will follow for 2012 You can find the rules and tests at this link httpwwwwesterndressageassociationorgget-involvedwestern-dressage-rules-tests

Please become thoroughly familiar with the rules if you would like to compete this year Their current rules refer you to the USEF Dressage Rules in some sections for a longer description of the movements WDAA is working on revisions of their rules and new tests in the future

The North American Western Dressage Association (NDAA) is putting the finishing touches on their rules and tests I have an advance copy of

the NDAA rules and they significantly differ from WDAA - so this will be something that SVDA addresses for 2013 The NDAA proposal gives much more clarity and guidance on the quality that we should be looking for while judging

Just like in our traditional dressage the steps of the training scale should be the

basis for all training and competition Western Dressage MUST be judged by a dressage judge so it makes sense that we will adhere to the basic principles of

dressage There is discussion amongst members of the USEF Dressage Commit-tee about how to incorporate our USEF judging guidelines into Western Dressage

In my opinion the vision of what is desired is probably going to vary depending on if you talk to a Western trained rider or a dressage trained rider Hopefully the two sides will come together as the sport develops An FEI judge from the

Dressage Committee told me that when she judged in California (where WD is well established) the highest

scoring horses would also have scored basically the same if they had been in Eng-lish tack and placed well in any open dressage show It is clearly a work in pro-

gress

Fortunately everyone agrees that there must be a clear rhythm in each gait - this will be difficult in the jog without a certain amount of energy and most difficult at the lope where frequently we see an incorrect 4 beat rhythm As far as energy

and ground cover -the FEI judges have told me that good WD gaits will have a working quality similar to the working trot and canter in traditional dressage Oth-

ers who have experience in Western disciplines want to see more of a jog vs a trot In both jog and lope - cadence elasticity a supple back and well engaged hindquarters are discussed in the rules-in my mind this re-

quires a fairly active and ground covering gait

While the horse should always be on the bit it is not enough to just be in a frame -so the WD horse will really have to work correctly over his back and connect back to front This may be uncharted territory for some Western riders who are making the jump to Western Dressage Straightness and equal bending in both directions should also be an area of focus for new WD riders

In early March SVDA L grads and USEF judges got together for an educational roundtable discussion - it was a wonderful learning experi-

ence for all of us I think that regarding Western Dressage - we all agreed that we will be rewarding a rhythmic harmonious supple and obedient horse adhering to the basic principles of dressage

Just like in traditional dressage - sometimes judges will disagree on a scoring a horses performance But rest assured you will get excellent guidance and comments on how to develop your horses training Stay tuned for some exciting times as Western Dressage continues to de-

velop as a discipline Kathy Rowse

USEF S Dressage Judge

For more information Visit

wwwwesterndressageassociationorg

Contact Robyn to Sign up

for Schooling Show

Volunteer Positions

robynnunallyaolcom

Get your 4 Hours of Volun-

teer Time by July 1 2012 to

qualify for Year End

Awards

Pam Burdette 8

Tristin Butler 23

Suz Cornelsen 8

Shari Cutchin 8

Savannah Dodge 8

Reeta Edmondson 8

Susan Forester 6

Carol Gonyo 15

Danielle Goulding 4

Sacha Ingram 7

Sandy Johnson 24

Stacey Johnson 4

Jaye Jones 8

Robin Jones 12

Melisa Mahoney 7

Joan McClellan 8

Sarah Miller 4

Janice Mumford 8

Wendy Murray 20

Robyn Nunnally 28

Beth Rippel 8

Diane Rombs 8

Danielle Rowland 8

Donna Rowland 8

Kathy Rowse 23

Anna Scriebl 1

Brenda Stevens 4

Kristin Tessenear 8

Grace Williams 11

Mary Winchell 16

Jessica Zoskey 8

VOLUNTEER POINTS

SCHOOLING SHOW NOTICE-PLEASE READ

SVDA requires that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows have a current Coggins This includes non-competing

horses as well as horses and ponies brought along as a buddy You must provide SVDA with a legible copy of your horsersquos Cog-

gins and we will keep it on file until it expires Here is the actual language as written in Virginia law

2 VAC 5-70-20 Testing requirements for horses exhibited at shows fairs or other exhibitions in Virginia

All horses assembled at a show fair race meet or other such function in Virginia must be accompanied by a report of an official

negative test for equine infectious anemia conducted within 12 months prior to such event The person in charge will ensure

that a copy of the official negative test results accompanies each horse in the event and shall make such reports available for

inspection by a representative of the State Veterinarian upon request The person in charge shall exclude any horse which is not

accompanied by a negative test report

An additional requirement is that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows be accompanied by a signed entry form

This includes non-compete and ldquobuddyrdquo animals When you arrive on the grounds with a non-competing horse you must first

(before unloading) check in with the show secretary provide the current Coggins sign the entry form (this is needed for liability

purposes) and be assigned a number which shall be displayed on that horse

CONGRATULATIONS TO SVDA MEMBERShellip March Magic 2012 Scores

Jessica Zoskey amp Dansant - owner Kathy Rowse Third 2 - 69878 4th Third 2 - 65000 3rd Third 3 - 66667 5th Third 3 - 76923 1st Fourth 1 - 63571 3rd - Southebys Stakes Jessica Zoskey amp Dexter S - owner Janice Mumford Third 1 65 First place Third 2 73902 First place Third 2 73293 First place Third 3 68077 Fourth place Third 1 65921 Second place Southebys Stakes

Wishing SVDA Member Marylyn

Leonard best wishes for a speedy

recovery and get well soon

We love you Marylyn

SVDA Board of Directors

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 8

Classified Adshellip

Wanted Someone to take care of Silverleaf Farm when we are away esp on weekends when we are away at horse shows

Must be experienced mature flexible and willing to

spend the night to care for 2 dogs and 5-6

horses Care Involved feeding 4x a day

contact Mike Rowse 757-621-6769 or Kathy at 757-

617-9505

FOR SALE Kieffer Anja Rolled Bridle Cob size Black Pad-ded brow band and crown crank noseband Excellent con-dition (soft no fading of leather) Small repair on top of bit hanger piece where it buckles into headstall - not notice-able when bridle is on horseRolled flash strap included Rolled reins included (rolled leather front web with hand stops) $120-Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

HS KK Ultra Bit Double jointed (peanut) mouthpiece 5 14 inch mouthpiece (measured from inside ring to in-side ring) 70 mm rings Bit diameter 16 mm $70 Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Wintec Cushion Grip Black Reins New $15 Sandy 582-

2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Janice Mumford

USDF Bronze amp Silver Medalist

USDF ldquoLrdquo Graduate

Clinics amp Lessons at your Farm

Judging Dressage amp Open Schooling

Shows

Call

7576358023

CLINICS | LESSONS | JUDGING

Schooling Show Schedule

httpwwwflowerpowerfundraisingcomcampaigncampaign_id=10873

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 6: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

Contact Robyn to Sign up

for Schooling Show

Volunteer Positions

robynnunallyaolcom

Get your 4 Hours of Volun-

teer Time by July 1 2012 to

qualify for Year End

Awards

Pam Burdette 8

Tristin Butler 23

Suz Cornelsen 8

Shari Cutchin 8

Savannah Dodge 8

Reeta Edmondson 8

Susan Forester 6

Carol Gonyo 15

Danielle Goulding 4

Sacha Ingram 7

Sandy Johnson 24

Stacey Johnson 4

Jaye Jones 8

Robin Jones 12

Melisa Mahoney 7

Joan McClellan 8

Sarah Miller 4

Janice Mumford 8

Wendy Murray 20

Robyn Nunnally 28

Beth Rippel 8

Diane Rombs 8

Danielle Rowland 8

Donna Rowland 8

Kathy Rowse 23

Anna Scriebl 1

Brenda Stevens 4

Kristin Tessenear 8

Grace Williams 11

Mary Winchell 16

Jessica Zoskey 8

VOLUNTEER POINTS

SCHOOLING SHOW NOTICE-PLEASE READ

SVDA requires that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows have a current Coggins This includes non-competing

horses as well as horses and ponies brought along as a buddy You must provide SVDA with a legible copy of your horsersquos Cog-

gins and we will keep it on file until it expires Here is the actual language as written in Virginia law

2 VAC 5-70-20 Testing requirements for horses exhibited at shows fairs or other exhibitions in Virginia

All horses assembled at a show fair race meet or other such function in Virginia must be accompanied by a report of an official

negative test for equine infectious anemia conducted within 12 months prior to such event The person in charge will ensure

that a copy of the official negative test results accompanies each horse in the event and shall make such reports available for

inspection by a representative of the State Veterinarian upon request The person in charge shall exclude any horse which is not

accompanied by a negative test report

An additional requirement is that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows be accompanied by a signed entry form

This includes non-compete and ldquobuddyrdquo animals When you arrive on the grounds with a non-competing horse you must first

(before unloading) check in with the show secretary provide the current Coggins sign the entry form (this is needed for liability

purposes) and be assigned a number which shall be displayed on that horse

CONGRATULATIONS TO SVDA MEMBERShellip March Magic 2012 Scores

Jessica Zoskey amp Dansant - owner Kathy Rowse Third 2 - 69878 4th Third 2 - 65000 3rd Third 3 - 66667 5th Third 3 - 76923 1st Fourth 1 - 63571 3rd - Southebys Stakes Jessica Zoskey amp Dexter S - owner Janice Mumford Third 1 65 First place Third 2 73902 First place Third 2 73293 First place Third 3 68077 Fourth place Third 1 65921 Second place Southebys Stakes

Wishing SVDA Member Marylyn

Leonard best wishes for a speedy

recovery and get well soon

We love you Marylyn

SVDA Board of Directors

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 8

Classified Adshellip

Wanted Someone to take care of Silverleaf Farm when we are away esp on weekends when we are away at horse shows

Must be experienced mature flexible and willing to

spend the night to care for 2 dogs and 5-6

horses Care Involved feeding 4x a day

contact Mike Rowse 757-621-6769 or Kathy at 757-

617-9505

FOR SALE Kieffer Anja Rolled Bridle Cob size Black Pad-ded brow band and crown crank noseband Excellent con-dition (soft no fading of leather) Small repair on top of bit hanger piece where it buckles into headstall - not notice-able when bridle is on horseRolled flash strap included Rolled reins included (rolled leather front web with hand stops) $120-Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

HS KK Ultra Bit Double jointed (peanut) mouthpiece 5 14 inch mouthpiece (measured from inside ring to in-side ring) 70 mm rings Bit diameter 16 mm $70 Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Wintec Cushion Grip Black Reins New $15 Sandy 582-

2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Janice Mumford

USDF Bronze amp Silver Medalist

USDF ldquoLrdquo Graduate

Clinics amp Lessons at your Farm

Judging Dressage amp Open Schooling

Shows

Call

7576358023

CLINICS | LESSONS | JUDGING

Schooling Show Schedule

httpwwwflowerpowerfundraisingcomcampaigncampaign_id=10873

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 7: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

SCHOOLING SHOW NOTICE-PLEASE READ

SVDA requires that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows have a current Coggins This includes non-competing

horses as well as horses and ponies brought along as a buddy You must provide SVDA with a legible copy of your horsersquos Cog-

gins and we will keep it on file until it expires Here is the actual language as written in Virginia law

2 VAC 5-70-20 Testing requirements for horses exhibited at shows fairs or other exhibitions in Virginia

All horses assembled at a show fair race meet or other such function in Virginia must be accompanied by a report of an official

negative test for equine infectious anemia conducted within 12 months prior to such event The person in charge will ensure

that a copy of the official negative test results accompanies each horse in the event and shall make such reports available for

inspection by a representative of the State Veterinarian upon request The person in charge shall exclude any horse which is not

accompanied by a negative test report

An additional requirement is that all horses coming to schooling and sanctioned shows be accompanied by a signed entry form

This includes non-compete and ldquobuddyrdquo animals When you arrive on the grounds with a non-competing horse you must first

(before unloading) check in with the show secretary provide the current Coggins sign the entry form (this is needed for liability

purposes) and be assigned a number which shall be displayed on that horse

CONGRATULATIONS TO SVDA MEMBERShellip March Magic 2012 Scores

Jessica Zoskey amp Dansant - owner Kathy Rowse Third 2 - 69878 4th Third 2 - 65000 3rd Third 3 - 66667 5th Third 3 - 76923 1st Fourth 1 - 63571 3rd - Southebys Stakes Jessica Zoskey amp Dexter S - owner Janice Mumford Third 1 65 First place Third 2 73902 First place Third 2 73293 First place Third 3 68077 Fourth place Third 1 65921 Second place Southebys Stakes

Wishing SVDA Member Marylyn

Leonard best wishes for a speedy

recovery and get well soon

We love you Marylyn

SVDA Board of Directors

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 8

Classified Adshellip

Wanted Someone to take care of Silverleaf Farm when we are away esp on weekends when we are away at horse shows

Must be experienced mature flexible and willing to

spend the night to care for 2 dogs and 5-6

horses Care Involved feeding 4x a day

contact Mike Rowse 757-621-6769 or Kathy at 757-

617-9505

FOR SALE Kieffer Anja Rolled Bridle Cob size Black Pad-ded brow band and crown crank noseband Excellent con-dition (soft no fading of leather) Small repair on top of bit hanger piece where it buckles into headstall - not notice-able when bridle is on horseRolled flash strap included Rolled reins included (rolled leather front web with hand stops) $120-Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

HS KK Ultra Bit Double jointed (peanut) mouthpiece 5 14 inch mouthpiece (measured from inside ring to in-side ring) 70 mm rings Bit diameter 16 mm $70 Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Wintec Cushion Grip Black Reins New $15 Sandy 582-

2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Janice Mumford

USDF Bronze amp Silver Medalist

USDF ldquoLrdquo Graduate

Clinics amp Lessons at your Farm

Judging Dressage amp Open Schooling

Shows

Call

7576358023

CLINICS | LESSONS | JUDGING

Schooling Show Schedule

httpwwwflowerpowerfundraisingcomcampaigncampaign_id=10873

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 8: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

Half-Halt | Newsletter of the Southeast Virginia Dressage Association Page 8

Classified Adshellip

Wanted Someone to take care of Silverleaf Farm when we are away esp on weekends when we are away at horse shows

Must be experienced mature flexible and willing to

spend the night to care for 2 dogs and 5-6

horses Care Involved feeding 4x a day

contact Mike Rowse 757-621-6769 or Kathy at 757-

617-9505

FOR SALE Kieffer Anja Rolled Bridle Cob size Black Pad-ded brow band and crown crank noseband Excellent con-dition (soft no fading of leather) Small repair on top of bit hanger piece where it buckles into headstall - not notice-able when bridle is on horseRolled flash strap included Rolled reins included (rolled leather front web with hand stops) $120-Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

HS KK Ultra Bit Double jointed (peanut) mouthpiece 5 14 inch mouthpiece (measured from inside ring to in-side ring) 70 mm rings Bit diameter 16 mm $70 Sandy 582-2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Wintec Cushion Grip Black Reins New $15 Sandy 582-

2939 | pemcorgiluvaolcom

Janice Mumford

USDF Bronze amp Silver Medalist

USDF ldquoLrdquo Graduate

Clinics amp Lessons at your Farm

Judging Dressage amp Open Schooling

Shows

Call

7576358023

CLINICS | LESSONS | JUDGING

Schooling Show Schedule

httpwwwflowerpowerfundraisingcomcampaigncampaign_id=10873

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 9: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

Janice Mumford

USDF Bronze amp Silver Medalist

USDF ldquoLrdquo Graduate

Clinics amp Lessons at your Farm

Judging Dressage amp Open Schooling

Shows

Call

7576358023

CLINICS | LESSONS | JUDGING

Schooling Show Schedule

httpwwwflowerpowerfundraisingcomcampaigncampaign_id=10873

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 10: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

Schooling Show Schedule

httpwwwflowerpowerfundraisingcomcampaigncampaign_id=10873

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage

Page 11: New Half-Halt · 2014. 11. 25. · Volume 28, Issue 1II Page 3 JEREMY STEINBERG’S KEY LIST OF DRESSAGE POINTERS Transitions, transitions, transitions! Working on transitions helps

SVDA Newsletter Editor

Wendy L Murray

124 Rockland Terrace

Suffolk VA 23434

Aprilrsquos issue of Half Halt is dedicated to Western

Dressage