Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation® (USEF) dressage tests for training through fourth level are now available. These new editions become effective with the beginning of the 2007 USEF competition year (December 1, 2006) and will remain in use for the next four years.

“We are very excited about this new generation of USEF dressage tests,” said Jennifer Keeler, National Director of Dressage. “We would like to thank the members of the USEF Test Writing Subcommittee, including chairperson Kathy Connelly, Jayne Ayers, Janet Foy, Hilda Gurney, Marianne Ludwig, Debbie McDonald, Axel Steiner and George Williams. Everyone devoted an incredible amount of time, energy and expertise in an effort to make these new tests the best edition ever.”

As a continuing service to USEF members, movements for these dressage tests are now posted on the dressage page at www.usef.org/content/equestrianSports/disciplines/international/dressage.php. Also available is the new edition of the popular USEF Dressage Test Booklet sponsored by Dressage Today. This convenient pocket-size booklet, which contains all movements, directives and test information for training through fourth level, can be ordered from USEF for a cover price of only $5 each (plus shipping). For the first time, this booklet also includes the USDF intro and freestyle tests, creating a complete national dressage test reference. Order forms are available on the dressage page of www.usef.org.

A new feature for members, officials and competition staff is the posting of complete score sheets for free download via their “Authorized User” accounts on www.usef.org (score sheets will no longer be printed and sold through the Federation office). For more information regarding Authorized User accounts, please visit www.usef.org/content/faqs/AUAFAQ.php.

For more information about the 2007 USEF dressage tests, please visit the dressage page of www.usef.org/content/equestrianSports/disciplines/international/dressage.php or contact Jennifer Keeler, National Director of Dressage, (859) 225-2024 or [email protected].

Please note all USEF dressage tests are protected under copyright law. Unauthorized duplication or printing in any way is strictly prohibited. Organizations interested in reproduction or printing of these tests should contact Scott Carling, Assistant Executive Director of Marketing, (859) 225-6928 or [email protected].
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