Any flat level ground of size 20 x 60 meters is acceptable. A 20 x 40 meter area is acceptable for intro dressage tests only. Set up letters or markers at the appropriate places and measure it out. You do not have to have a formal dressage ring, any type of markers or boarder is acceptable as long as it is the proper size.
The video must show all movements of the test, clearly and with good lighting. Place the camera at letter "C" or as close to "C" as possible. If you are submitting a video from a live show, get permission to take the video from the "C" end of the ring, as near to the judge as you can. It's ok if you are slightly off the centerline.
The video must be shot all in one ride, not edited or spliced. Zoom in where necessary. Upload your video to YouTube and send the link in with your registration to mike.netsky@gmail.com. Each video can only be submitted once for the entire series. Click the REGISTER button to go to the registration form.
Rider attire can be casual but you must have proper safety attire. A helmet and proper footwear are required, as are long pants or breeches. No offensive ads or writing on clothing will be allowed.
Tack is flexible as long as it is appropriate and humane to the horse. We accept both traditional and western dressage tack. Other variations such as bitless/bridleless, para-equipment, etc. please check with us before registering. Spurs, whips, double bridle are optional as long as humanely and properly used.
Note: show organizers or judges have the right to reject a video if offensive or inhumane treatment of the horse is observed.
If you have any questions about the guidelines please email Coeli at mike.netsky@gmail.com.
Check out this article for some helpful tips:
https://effectiveequestrian.blog/show-ring-empty-ten-tips-for-virtual-dressage-shows/
