Western Dressage Rules & Guidelines
Western Dressage Rules and Tests are based in Dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the Working Western Horse. They were devised through a collaborative effort on the part of member feedback, the evaluation of respected horse people and equine organization and then revised and edited by a special division of our education committee.
The Rules are designed for use by judges and show managers, but also for riders of all experience level. The Rules are a wonderful educational tool with highlights that include gait descriptions, movements, goals and objectives – all of which lend to a progressive learning and training program regardless of intent to show or ride in any other discipline. They are mindful of the mission of the WDAA in which we honor the horse and provide a safe, comfortable and fair environment to explore the discipline.
Our Western Dressage Tests are designed with progressive elements to showcase the developing skill of horse and rider. They will remain in effect and should not change for at least 4 years from the “Title Year” printed on the test. What a great way to learn while having fun!
WDAA Western Dressage Documents
- USEF Western Dressage Division Webpage
- USEF Western Dressage Rules – visit the USEF Western Dressage webpage
- Guidelines for the Gaited Horse
- Western Dressage Judges Guidelines (rev. 01/2018)
- Western Dressage Equitation Score Sheets for Judges
- Western Dressage Equipment Guide (rev. 02/2018)
- Western Dressage Glossary of Terms (rev. 01/2018)
- Time Table Guideline for Western Dressage Tests (rev. 01/2019)
- WDAA Scribe Guide
- WDAA Freestyle Worksheet
- USEF/WDAA Competition Comparison Chart
WDAA Steward FAQs from WDAA on Vimeo.WDAA Scribe guide
