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Review of The 2022 USEF/USDF Dressage Judges’ Mini Clinic By Michell Combs Missy Gilliland, Dorie Vlatten-Schmitz, Ellie Stine-Masek and I represented Arizona dressage judges at the mini clinic with instructor Jane Weatherwax, an FEI 4star dressage judge, at the Murieta Equestrian Center, near Sacramento, CA. There was a great group of judges at the clinic, including Hilda Gurney, J Ashton Moore, who co-created the dressage glossary, and many of our judge friends. Although a bit chilly and very windy, we enjoyed learning from each other. We observed second level through Grand Prix rides, took turns judging movements out loud (no matter our USEF judging letter), as well as listening to how Jane would judge. We discussed in-depth the quality of the horses, their movements and the amount of collection needed for Prix St. George since we need more than the lower levels but less than Grand Prix. Ellie Stine-Masek said that she enjoyed the discussion about biomechanics in the execution of the movements and how conformation effects the biomechanics. She noted that we had several good examples to watch. Missy Gilliland said that it is inspiring to be around a group of educated, dedicated professionals in our sport. She said, “my takeaway from watching the weekend is how important it is to communicate clearly with our equine partners. From the most basic test to THE CENTERLINE | 1
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the Grand Prix, the challenge is still to clearly communicate with our aids what we want our horses to accomplish with their bodies.” Some fun and educational take-aways from the weekend were: · · ·
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Why have a scale if you don’t go above 7 or below 4? Have a scale with compassion. Ask yourself if the horse and rider look comfortable at this level? It they don’t appear overtaxed they might be in the 70+% range. Try to be on the rider’s side if you can. We are the last line to advocate for the horse. Don’t make the scribe hate you! Discuss the essence of a problem in one sentence in the boxes and then teach a little in the further remarks. Remember to be positive.
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Always mention if the mouth is open. The rein back tells a lot in the test – and it is always about submission. Tempi’s – check that they are the same left and right. Mention lack of bend in a canter (or walk) pirouette because bending is what makes the movement hard – don’t skip that detail! If a medium or extended is “flashy” make sure it is also over the back. In the extended walk we want to see the poll even with the withers. In order for a medium or extended pace to get a score of 7 or more, it must have cadence. Don’t get hung up on legs. Look at the whole picture – including the topline!
On the non-judging side of the trip, Missy and I had an excellent Italian dinner Saturday evening! With wine, gnocchi, ravioli, risotto (with the freshest peas I’ve ever sampled), and Crème Brûlée – wow, it was a treat!
Photos by Michele Dodge
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April 2022 Update Winter is soon behind us and I’m thankful spring is here. The busy months of summer are ahead of us, lots of time with family, friends and our horses. The deadline for Participating Member Delegate nominations is April 15. Our region will have 4 PM delegates for the 2022 USDF Convention in Lexington, Kentucky November 30 - December 3. You can check the status of our delegate nominees by going to the link below. Please check your status to make sure your acceptance is there if you would like to be a PM delegate candidate. If you are not listed and you would like to be a PM delegate, please contact Dorothy Kapaun at dorothykapaun@yahoo.com. Please do not commit to be a delegate unless you know you can attend. There is some financial assistance from our Region for those PM delegates who do attend the convention. http://www.usdf.org/about/about-usdf/governance/nominating/accepted.asp As of May 10, our potential candidates for the 2022 FEI North American Junior and Young Rider Championships August 10-15 in Travers City, Michigan will be finalized, but the first of the early application deadlines has now passed, though there is still an opportunity to apply! As I write this, we have 12 riders who have declared (7 Juniors and 5 Young Riders). If you would like to contribute or help with their fundraising efforts, please contact Joan Clay, our Region 5 Jr/YR FEI coordinator at jnclay@comcast.net or 970-420-0877. This competition is a reasonable distance for us to travel by trailer, which makes things much more feasible, but we still need your help in order to be able to. If you’re a rider, PLEASE DON’T FORGET TO TURN IN YOUR DECLARATIONS!
Till next month! Heather Petersen Region 5 Director
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ARIZONA DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION Annual Board Meeting February, 28th 2022 Minutes The Annual meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. Of cer’s Reports: 1. Directors/Alternate Directors Present: Attending Live- Kathy Smith, Tania Radda, Cynthia Ganem, Susan Skripac, Amy Burnet. Attending via Zoom- Michell Combs, Pam Polydoros, Kadrija and Jarred Sallus, Alanna Almgren. 2. Directors/Alternate Directors Absent: Michelle Scarzone, Nicole Zoet, Maeike Zoet, Heather Lynch. 3. Guests: NAC-ADA- Sherry Nash, Kirsten Kuzmanic. TDC- Bobbi Lehman Amado. 4. Treasurers’ and Finance Report – January, Operating Account $24,948.42 – Debit Account $24,822.37 – Reserve Account $11,665.34 to reach our goal to cover catastrophic losses. – Pantano CD$11,732.61 – Cash $732.00. 5. Recognized Shows (1st VP) – The February Show is now a Western Dressage Show. Westworld met with Tania Radda and Jay Chabucos to discuss footing concerns at the venue. Westworld has assured ADA that footing will be set to our standards at all our shows at the venue-material will be removed from arenas to ensure we have the right depth. They are aware of our concerns, and they want to make sure we are pleased with the footing. All key personnel from Westworld were present at the meeting. Spring Show on April 16th and 17th- ADA will rent Equidome, arenas 4 and 3 as well as Wendell (for lunging). ADA predicts a low attendance for the Spring Show due to EHV-1 concern. Western Dressage Show to be held on April 15th in arena 5. Westworld assures us that stalls and show grounds are disinfected prior to our move in date. Summer Shows are scheduled for the month of June –Dates are the 18th and 19th, to follow the Cow Horse Association to take advantage of arenas setup in the North Hall. Horses to be stabled in South Hall. Footing to be set per our needs. 6. Schooling Shows (2nd VP) – No report. Working on venues, and then dates. Once venues are reserved, the dates will be published. Standing Committee Reports: 7. Membership Committee – 211 2022 ADA/GMO Members, 15 new members in 2022-7 adults and 0 J/YR, 194 Members Renewed in 2022, 182 Adults, 12 J/YR- 2 returning Members, 1 adults 1 J/ YR. 103 2021 ADA/GMO Members have not yet renewed for 2022. 96 adults and 7 J/YR 8. Communications Committee – Spring Show closing date moved to March 24th to accommodate EHV-1 concerns. 9. Education Committee – Bill Warren has agreed to be our clinician this year for the Fall Educational program. Motion: To approve Bill Warren- “Big Name Clinician” for the October 15-16, 2022. Kathy Smith second the motion. Motion opposed-0. Motion Approved. 10. Volunteer Committee – No Report. 11. Vendor Committee – No report. 12. Awards Committee –The Year End Awards Banquet will be held at Westworld during our Spring Show. The banquet will be held on Saturday April 16th, at 6:00 p.m.
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It will be a dinner style menu. Awards will be presented during the banquet. Dinner will be free to YEA winners as well as those competing at the show over the weekend. Guests will pay a fee-to be determined. 13. Futurity – There are three horses signed up for the Futurity class offered during the Spring Show at Westworld. Two Open riders and One Adult Amateur. Last call for Futurity to go out this week. New Business: 14.
Ballots for ADA Board of Directors Annual Election are in. Kathy Smith, Cynthia Ganem and Tania Radda are all re-elected. They will continue to serve in their current roles. Tania RaddaPresident. Kathy Smith- 1st Vice-President. Cynthia Ganem-treasurer. 15. TDC is following all Bio-Security protocols at the show grounds for their Spring Show in March. 16. Northern Arizona Chapter participated in the meeting- They are offering a clinic on October 22-23, 2022 with Amelia Newcomb. It is opened for auditors. Auditing fee is $40.00- please bring your own chair. Contact NAD of ADA for more information. CALL TO MEMBERS – Members may be recognized by the Presiding Of cer and may then address the Board regarding issues of concern to the Association. The Presiding Of cer has the right to limit the amount of time that each Member has to address the Board. Announcement of Next Meeting – Via Zoom on April 11th, 2022. For Zoom Code please contact Tania Radda-taniaradda.ada@gmail.com Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
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NAC of ADA 2022 Board Members PRESIDENT: Kirsten Kuzmanic 951-440-4615 Kirstenk38@gmail.com V. PRESIDENT: Kay Laake 217-549-1186 Klaake08@gmail.com TREASURER: Virginia Parker 303-921-6654 vp@sleepingmule.org SECRETARY: Sherry Nash 513-505-8419 Sherrynash2017@gmail.com COMMITTEES: SHOW MANGER: Kirsten Kuzmanic CLINICS/EDUCATION: Sue Crampton 928-925-6043 Susancrampton1@gmail.com WESTERN DRESSAGE LAISON: Sharon Petrone 319-325-7094 timberline@netins.net FACEBOOK, WEB: Kay Laake NEWSLETTER: Sherry Nash SHOW ASSISTANT: Pat Albee 928-778-0516 albeepat97@gmail.com
2022 Show & Clinic Dates May 7th - Spring Schooling Show, Judge - Cynthia Ganem September 17th - Fall Schooling Show, Judge - Michell Combs June 25th - “Ride a Test” with Lois Wittington at Randi Wagner’s Ranch, Prescott October 22-23rd - Amelia Newcomb at American Ranch
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2022 CALENDAR OF EVENTS JANUARY 14-16: Champagne Dressage Show. Contact Central Arizona Riding Academy for more information.
JULY 8-10: TDC Road Runner Dressage Show II: Pima County Fairgrounds, Tucson, AZ AUGUST
FEBRUARY SEPTEMBER 17: NAC Dressage Schooling Show: American Ranch, Prescott, AZ , Judge: Michell Combs MARCH 12-13: Tucson March Madness I/II: Location: Pima County Fairgrounds, Tucson, AZ. Judges: 27: Carefree Farms Dressage Schooling Day: Location: Carefree Farm, Judge: TBD
OCTOBER 22-23: Amelia Newcomb Clinic: American Ranch, Prescott, Contact Susan Crampton 928-925-6043 for more info
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NOVEMBER 5-6: ADA Fall Fiesta: WestWorld, Scottsdale, Judges:
16-17: ADA Spring Celebration: WestWorld, Scottsdale, Judges: Sandy Hotz & Paula Lacy
19-20: Fall Festival I & II: Pima County Fairgrounds, Tucson, AZ. Judges:
MAY 6-8: Clinic with Claes Bierenbroodspot, Location TBD Contact Jill Loskill jklarabians@gmail.com 7: NAC Dressage Schooling Show: American Ranch, Prescott, AZ , Judge: Cynthia Ganem
JUNE 3-5: TDC Road Runner Dressage Show I: Pima County Fairgrounds, Tucson, AZ 18-19: ADA Summer Heat & Some More Heat Dressage Show, Location: WestWorld, Scottsdale, AZ in the Equidome with indoor stabling 10 | THE CENTERLINE
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