Woorree Park Grounds, Dayana Drive, Geraldton
Dressage Championship Results
We are ready for the next Official Dressage Competition on Saturday 15 June. The link to the nomination can be found here https://forms.gle/iBmvJeXqkhVCiVU68
There has been a change of plans in relation to the weekend and we are very pleased to welcome Elizabeth Owens as the Judge officiating for the weekend. Elizabeth with also be offering Protocol tests on Sunday 16 June.
FORMAT FOR JUNE 15th & 16th
- Friday 4 pm Arena Set up/Sprinkler Set Up/Water Arena /Sprinkler removal, Clean Judges Box
- Saturday Official Show
- Saturday pm Sprinkler Set Up/ Wearing/Sprinkler Removal
- Sunday Protocol tests.
- Sunday Arena pack up & Sprinkler Set Up (on dressage grass) will be at the conclusion of the last rider.
What is a Judge Protocol Session?
Judge Protocol training for dressage refers to the rider riding a test of choice, the judge judges it and gives feedback to the rider on how to improve the riding of the test with the view of gaining more marks. After discussion, the judge may ask the rider to ride some movements again or ride the whole test again.
The judge is there to give feedback to the rider but does not coach the rider. These days are not riding clinics as such. Essentially it is not much different from a rider discussing the test with the judge after a competition except that there is an opportunity to repeat movements.
For example, the judge might point out that for a higher mark the rider needs to ensure the steps don’t get shorter or slower, or that there needs to be more angle in a shoulder-in. Or they may assist with confirming what is the correct frame to ride in. It is not a competition.
The process is very good educational tool and generates cooperation between judges, riders and coaches. It will benefit riders at all levels. The rider could ride a test at a level they have not yet competed to get a sense of whether they are ready to step up without the public pressure of competition.
- Please note entries close Tuesday 11th June @ 5 pm. Sorry, NO late entries will be accepted.
- Please email payment receipt or any queries to dressage@gcec.org.au
- Get your nominations in quick you don’t want to miss out on a spot.
Happy riding 
GCEC Dressage Committee
We are ready for the next Official Dressage Competition on Saturday 15 June. The link to the nomination can be found here https://forms.gle/iBmvJeXqkhVCiVU68
There has been a change of plans in relation to the weekend and we are very pleased to welcome Elizabeth Owens as the Judge officiating for the weekend. Elizabeth with also be offering Protocol tests on Sunday 16 June.
FORMAT FOR JUNE 15th & 16th
- Friday 4 pm Arena Set up/Sprinkler Set Up/Water Arena /Sprinkler removal, Clean Judges Box
- Saturday Official Show
- Saturday pm Sprinkler Set Up/ Wearing/Sprinkler Removal
- Sunday Protocol tests.
- Sunday Arena pack up & Sprinkler Set Up (on dressage grass) will be at the conclusion of the last rider.
What is a Judge Protocol Session?
Judge Protocol training for dressage refers to the rider riding a test of choice, the judge judges it and gives feedback to the rider on how to improve the riding of the test with the view of gaining more marks. After discussion, the judge may ask the rider to ride some movements again or ride the whole test again.
The judge is there to give feedback to the rider but does not coach the rider. These days are not riding clinics as such. Essentially it is not much different from a rider discussing the test with the judge after a competition except that there is an opportunity to repeat movements.
For example, the judge might point out that for a higher mark the rider needs to ensure the steps don’t get shorter or slower, or that there needs to be more angle in a shoulder-in. Or they may assist with confirming what is the correct frame to ride in. It is not a competition.
The process is very good educational tool and generates cooperation between judges, riders and coaches. It will benefit riders at all levels. The rider could ride a test at a level they have not yet competed to get a sense of whether they are ready to step up without the public pressure of competition.
- Please note entries close Tuesday 11th June @ 5 pm. Sorry, NO late entries will be accepted.
- Please email payment receipt or any queries to dressage@gcec.org.au
- Get your nominations in quick you don’t want to miss out on a spot.
Happy riding
GCEC Dressage Committee
Nadine Merewether Clinics
April Official Dressage-Sat 19-Sun 20 April 2024
Please find entry form below.
April Official Dressage-Sat 19-Sun 20 April 2024 Entry Form
Hello Members,
Please see attached the entry form and flyer for our first Official Dressage show for 2024. Judy Weber is our Judge. Thank you to Beth Still for hosting Judy
- Saturday April 20th Official Competition.
- Sunday April 21st Protocol test – 30-minute timeslots and flatwork/dressage lessons – one-hour timeslots.
FORMAT FOR APRIL 20th & 21st .
- Friday 4 pm Arena Set up/Sprinkler Set Up/Water Arena /Sprinkler removal, Clean Judges Box
- Saturday Official Show
- Saturday pm Sprinkler Set Up/ Wearing/Sprinkler Removal
- Sunday Protocol tests & lessons.
- Sunday Arena pack up & Sprinkler Set Up (on dsg grass) will be at the conclusion of the last rider.
Judy is a D level Dressage Judge who can judge up to and including Medium. Judy is an FEI rider.
What is a Judge Protocol Session?
Judge Protocol training for dressage refers to the rider riding a test of choice, the judge judges it and gives feedback to the rider on how to improve the riding of the test with the view of gaining more marks. After discussion, the judge may ask the rider to ride some movements again or ride the whole test again.
The judge is there to give feedback to the rider but does not coach the rider. These days are not riding clinics as such. It is not essentially different from a rider discussing the test with the judge after a competition except that there is an opportunity to repeat movements.
For example, the judge might point out that for a higher mark the rider needs to ensure the steps don’t get shorter or slower, or that there needs to be more angle in a shoulder-in. Or they may assist with confirming what is the correct frame to ride in. It is not a competition.
The process is very good educational tool and generates cooperation between judges, riders and coaches. It will benefit riders at all levels. The rider could ride a test at a level they have not yet competed to get a sense of whether they are ready to step up without the public pressure of competition.
- Please note entries close Tuesday April 16th @ 5 pm. Sorry, NO late entries will be accepted.
- Please email entries and payment receipt to dressage@gcec.org.au
Happy riding
GCEC Dressage Committee
Nadine Merewether Flatwork Clinic-5, 6, 7 April
Join us for our first clinic of the year!
Nadine Merewether is back in Geraldton for her first clinic of the year. Nadine Merewether is a level 3 NCAS general instructor and a A level Dressage Judge (who has since retired from judging to fulfil her passion of teaching). Nadine is highly sought after, so we are extremely lucky to get her up here.
Nadine competed successfully in Show Horse, Dressage and Eventing before specializing in Dressage and produced a number of successful horses. She has also ridden successfully in competition at state and national level. She trained and rode the Lipizzaner stallion 'Pluto Nimo XII", owned by Georgina Beard, through to Prix St Georges and gave many memorable long reining dressage displays with him.
Off The Track WA
OTTWA have generously sponsored these clinics, so if you have a TB or Standardbred, please supply your passport number. Every OTTWA rider with a passport will be subsidized 20% of their clinic fee.
Many thanks to OTTWA for making this possible.
Booking
Bookings close Monday 25th of April @ 6 pm, however we are taking deposits on receipt of this form. Please note that all lessons must be paid up in FULL prior the closing date. Where possible riders must be flexible in their riding times.
Please email your form along with your remittance to dressage@gcec.org.au Payment and forms can also be dropped off to 13 Ridley Rd Woorree.
Please let us know if you are coming to this clinic so flights can be booked asap😊
Please direct all booking forms and queries to the above email address. Thank you