ELITE EQUINE NORTH ISLAND FUTURE STARS DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019

 
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ELITE EQUINE NORTH ISLAND FUTURE STARS DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019
ELITE EQUINE NORTH ISLAND FUTURE STARS
         DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019
                       (in conjunction with the Equestrian Entries U25 Championships)
                                  Featuring National Classes for L6-9 horses

                           Schedule of Classes and Conditions
             11th & 12th April 2019 Fiber Fresh National Equestrian Centre,
                                   Rapids Road, Taupo
Entries
Enter online at www.equestrianentries.co.nz Entries Close at midnight Wednesday 20th March 2019.

Contact
Event Manager – Debra Cowen YRFSManager@gmail.com 021 929 008
Entry Secretary – Judy Collin, YRFSEntries@gmail.com 021 169 3610

Conditions
It is the obligation of the Rider or Persons Responsible to read and understand the conditions for this event.

Official Start Time.
The official event start time is 8am Wednesday 10th April 2019. This is the start time for the period of jurisdiction for
all Equestrian Sport New Zealand (ESNZ) General Regulations, Veterinary Regulations and ESNZ Dressage rules. All
horses on the grounds after the official start time of the event must be entered at the event or have permission from
the Organising Committee to be on site and will be subject to ground levy and yards fees. Please note Dressage NZ
rules do not allow the use of prohibited gear from time of arrival on the grounds.

Competition Draw
Draw will be available by email and at www.equestrianentries.co.nz
If required, a revised draw and/or start times for the following day’s competition will be available 6.30 pm each
evening in the Riders area in the Indoor. The OC reserves the right to alter the program to ensure the smooth
running of the event. It is the rider’s responsibility to check any new times posted.

Rider Briefing
Wednesday 10th April 2019. 5.30pm, downstairs in the Rider area of the Indoor. All riders’ attendance is strongly
recommended.

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Please retain this document for future reference
              Event Queries – Debra Cowen 021 929 008 YRFSManager@gmail.com
Eligibility for Future Stars Competition (4YO-7YO), including Developing Horse 6YO
     1. Horses must be ESNZ registered and be 148cm or over.
     2. Ponies must be ESNZ registered and be under 148cm.
     3. A dressage annual start is required to enter.
     4. Riders must be an ESNZ full competitive or life member.
     5. ESNZ Horse/Pony/Rider Registration must be current at time of entry and until 12th April 2019 or entries will
          not be accepted.
     6. For 4, 5, 6, 7 year old horses and 4, 5, 6 year old ponies only, based on the official birth date, Southern
          Hemisphere born horses - 1st August Northern Hemisphere born horses - 1st January.
     7. Riders may compete more than one horse in the Championship.
     8. No prior performance qualification required.
     9. Proof of age must be supplied with entry or entry will not be accepted.
     10. ESNZ Identification papers will be accepted but must be completed and signed by a Veterinarian.
     11. No prize money for qualification rounds, rosettes 1st to 4th.
     12. Tests are available at www.nzequestrian.org.nz/dressage.
     13. Combinations must contest both rounds to be eligible for a championship.
Equal Placings
     1. In the case of equality in any qualifying class, the higher collective marks will determine the higher placing.
     2. If the competitors are still equal then the higher co-efficient marks will determine the placings.
     3. If there is still an equality of points, the competitors are given the same placing.

Future Stars Championships Points & Presentation of Prizes:
    1. There will be no prize money awarded at the event.
    2. Rosettes will be awarded in all classes 1st to 4th
    3. Champion & Reserve Sashes and Rugs for Champions will be awarded in all age groups (4YO-7YO).
    4. Points will be awarded, 1st 20, 2nd 18, and so on down to 10th place.
    5. In the event of a tie the highest average percentage wins.
    6. Age group champions will be judged together by a panel. A Pony Champion will be named and a Horse
        Champion will be named, both will win a presentation rug and sash.

Event Conditions
   1. All competitions will be run under ESNZ GR’s, VR’s & ESNZ Rules for ESNZ Dressage.
   2. The OC reserves the right to alter any event condition within the ESNZ GR’s/ESNZ Dressage rules.
   3. ESNZ identification numbers must be worn at all times, including warm-up.
   4. All horses staying on grounds must have an identification tag on them at all times with rider details and
       contact number. Any persons responsible must be on the grounds at all times, otherwise an alternative
       person responsible must be notified to the Office.
   5. Stallions must comply with ESNZ Article 133 and must be housed in a stable at all times.
   6. Protests must be lodged with the event secretary in writing within 30 minutes of the official announcement
       of the results with a payment of the $50 protest fee.
   7. Riders in National Advanced classes (938-940, 949-951) cannot be entered in the Dressage NZ Under 25
       Championships.
   8. There are no points restrictions to National Advanced classes
   9. Horses entering Developing Horse 6yo classes must not be also entering Future Stars 6yo classes

Event Reception Opening Hours
The Event Reception is situated in the Indoor Office, riders please address all queries to this area.
Wednesday 10th April 1.00pm – 5.00pm
Thursday 11th April     7.30am – 6.00pm
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Friday 12 April         7.30am – 6.00pm

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Competition Arena Use & Familarisation
All competition arenas are closed at all times except as stated below
3.00pm – 5.00pm         Wednesday 10th April 2019
7.00am - 7.30am         Thursday 11th April 2019
7.00am – 7.30am         Friday 12th April 2019
No horses in these areas outside of these times.
Designated warm up arena is open during hours of daylight.

Sponsors
We ask that all competitors spend some time to thank our sponsors that support Dressage and Para Equestrian,
either in writing (Sponsors contact details will be listed on the event program) or in person during the show. Without
the generous sponsorship we receive, the cost to competitors would be considerable.

Venue Rules
   1. Competitors and spectators attending this event do so at their own risk
   2. No smoking in any buildings or in yard/stable areas
   3. Neither the National Equestrian Centre, ESNZ, Dressage NZ, ESNZ Para Equestrian or nor any representative
       of these bodies, accepts any liability for any loss, damage, injury or illness to horse, pony, rider, spectators,
       land, vehicles or any personal property whether caused by their negligence or breach of contract in any way.
   4. The National Equestrian Centre, ESNZ, Dressage NZ or ESNZ Para Equestrian shall not be liable for the safety
       of any goods/equipment or the loss of, or damage to such goods and equipment, brought in/stored at the
       venue, during the period of use.
   5. Any damage to the National Equestrian Centre facilities to be reported immediately to the Event Office.
   6. Tagged safety helmets must be worn at all times when schooling and competing.
   7. All horses and ponies on the grounds must be entered at the event unless prior arrangement has been made
       with the Organising Committee.

Dogs
   1.   Dogs must be kept in the truck park at all times
   2.   No dogs are allowed in any stable or yarding areas, warm up, competition areas or buildings
   3.   Dogs may be exercised on the cross country course only
   4.   Failure to adhere to these rulings will result in a complete dog ban for 2020
   5.   The dog must be on a lead at all times
   6.   The owner of the dog will be responsible for the cost of any damage/harm caused by the dog at the
        competition.

Vehicles, Motorbikes, other motorized vehicles (such as scooters), and bicycles
   1. Speed limit for all vehicles 15 kph.
   2. Motorbikes may not be used after 8.30 pm and must be used in accordance with normal road rules.
   3. Helmets must be worn at all times as per road rules.
   4. Junior drivers (under 16yrs) must only use motorbikes under direct parental supervision.

Horse Identification, Yards & Accommodation
   1. Registered horse/pony identification numbers must be worn at all times when competing.
   2. During non-competition times ID tags to include the person responsible name and phone number.
   3. Please keep wash down bays clean at all times. Washing of horses is limited to wash bays only
   4. Moving horses to unallocated yards/paddocks is prohibited.
   5. Please use the skips provided for horse waste not rubbish, bins are provided for rubbish.
   6. Temporary yards are not permitted.
   7. All yards/stables are to be left properly mucked out. Muck skips will be located near the yards.

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Camp Sites
   1. Parking and camping areas may be defined.
   2. Powered sites available.
   3. Any persons found plugging their truck/float/camper into power sockets in the ablution block or other illegal
       connection will be asked to leave the venue
   4. Please be tidy and use bins for all rubbish
   5. Waste water (grey water tanks) must not be dumped on the venue.

Contact Phone Numbers
For Emergencies Dial 111

Medical – Taupo Medical Centre Ltd, 117 Heu Heu Street, Taupo 3330, (07) 378 4080
Local Vet – Taupo Veterinary Centre, 3 Oruanui Street, Taupo, 07 378 5433
Farrier – Please see Event Office
Feed Supply – Farmlands, 101 Tauhara Road, Taupo, 3330, Ph. 07 378 2503 taupo@farmlands.co.nz
Event Manager - Debra Cowen 021 929 008
Stable Manager - Jos Gresham 0273 221 717

FEI Code of Conduct
     In all equestrian sports the horse must be considered paramount. The well-being of the horse shall be above
       the demands of breeders, trainers, riders, owners, dealers, organisers, sponsors or officials.
     All handling and veterinary treatment must ensure the health and welfare of the horse.
     The highest standards of nutrition, health, sanitation and safety shall be encouraged and maintained at all
       times.
     Adequate provision must be made for ventilation, feeding, watering and maintaining a healthy environment
       during transportation.
     Emphasis should be placed on increasing education in training and equestrian practices and on promoting
       scientific studies in equine health. In the interests of the horse, the fitness and competence of the rider shall
       be regarded as essential.
     All riding and training methods must take account of the horse as a living entity and must not include any
       technique considered by the FEI to be abusive.
     National Federations should establish adequate controls in order that all persons and bodies under their
       jurisdiction respect the welfare of the horse.
     The national and international Rules and Regulations in equestrian sport regarding the health and welfare of
       the horse must be adhered to not only during national and international events, but also in training.
     Competition Rules and Regulations shall be continually reviewed to ensure such welfare.

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Riders Assistance
Dressage NZ welcomes your assistance and support. Riders and/or their families or supporters are requested to
advise with entries tasks that can be helped with to ensure the smooth running of the event. By completing the
Online Volunteer information and contributing to the event means you go into the draw to receive a full entry
refund (not including stabling or camping). Please state at time of entry if you can assist with the any tasks (we will
take account of riding times)

Entries & Entry Fees
Entries close on: Wednesday 20th March 2019.
Enter online at: www.equestrian entries .co.nz - Only online entries will be accepted.
Please state horse’s date of birth on online entry (for all classes excluding 938-940, 949-951).

Payment Method
Payment must be made prior to close of entries Wednesday 20th March 2019.
By Internet Banking to Account 15 3950 0471176 01 Use Reference - riders name and Equestrian Entries entry
number or entry will not be accepted.

Additional fees for all Competitors
Rider Event Levy $30 per rider - Non Refundable.
NEC Horse Facility Fee $20 per horse for the event
Online Entry Fee $1.50 per test
Credit Card surcharge 3%

NEC Horse Accommodation Fees (arriving Wednesday, leaving Friday)
Stables            $50 for the event ($25 per additional day)
Covered Yards      $50 for the event ($25 per additional day)
Uncovered Yards    $20 for the event ($10 per additional day)
Paddocks           $30 for the event ($15 per additional day)
NEC Camping Fees
With power                   $30 for the event ($15 per additional day)
Without power                $20 for the event ($10 per additional day)

Please state arrival and departure days at time of entry

 Due to the arrival of horses for the Equestrian Entries Under 25 Dressage Championships on Friday, all covered
 stabling and yarding must be vacated by 3pm, unless express permission has been obtained from the Stable or
Event Manager. Un-covered yards will be made available for all horses remaining on the grounds from 3pmYards
       available will be notified in Rider Notes. Yarding and Camping will be allocated on a first paid basis

Hay and Feed (delivered to site Thursday 11th)
Grass hay $15 per bale          Lucerne Hay (limited quantities) $20 per bale
Premium Equine friendly grass haylage (mixed with lucerne) minibales $30 per bale
Equine friendly grass haylage minibales $25 per bale

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Schedule of Classes

 Thursday Round 1
 Class                          Sponsor/Class                                          Test                     Entry Fee

                                          Future Stars Championship Tests - Horses
                                                              EA YH State Championship Commanded Test for
                                                                                                                  $35
 930                Equibreed Young Dressage Horse 4yo        4 YO
                                                              EA YH State Championship Commanded Test for
                                                                                                                  $35
 931              Oro Equestrian Young Dressage Horse 5yo     5 YO
                                                              EA YH State Championship Commanded Test for
                                                                                                                  $35
 932                     Young Dressage Horse 6yo             6 YO *
 933                      Young Dressage Horse 7yo              FEI Preliminary Test for 7 YO Horses (2018)       $35

                                           Future Stars Championship Tests - Ponies
 934              Kiwi Arena Rakes Young Dressage Pony 4yo      EA YH State Championship Test for 4 YO Ponies     $35

 935                      Young Dressage Pony 5yo               EA YH State Championship Test for 5 YO Ponies     $35

 936                       Young Dressage Pony 6yo              EA State Championship Test for 6 YO Ponies        $35

                                                         Other Tests
                  Developing Young Dressage Horse 6yo (non-
                                                                                                                  $35
 937                           championship)                    EA State Championship Test for 6 YO Ponies
 938                                                            FEI PSG 2018                                      $40

 939                                                            FEI INT A 2018                                    $40

 940                                                            FEI Grand Prix 2018                               $40

 Friday Round 2
                                                                                                                Entry Fee
 Class                          Sponsor/Class                                          Test
                                           Future Stars Championship Tests - Horses
 941                 Equibreed Young Dressage Horse 4yo         FEI Preliminary Test for 4 YO Horses (2017)       $35

 942              Oro Equestrian Young Dressage Horse 5yo       FEI Preliminary Test for 5 YO Horses (2017)       $35

 943                      Young Dressage Horse 6yo              FEI Preliminary Test for 6 YO Horses (2017) *     $35

 944                      Young Dressage Horse 7yo              FEI Final Test for 7 YO Horses (2018)             $35

                                           Future Stars Championship Tests - Ponies
 945              Kiwi Arena Rakes Young Dressage Pony 4yo      FEI Preliminary Test for 4 YO Horses (2017)       $35

 946                      Young Dressage Pony 5yo               FEI Preliminary Test for 5 YO Horses (2017)       $35

 947                       Young Dressage Pony 6yo              EA State Championship Test for 6 YO Ponies        $35

                                                         Other Tests
                  Developing Young Dressage Horse 6yo (non-
                                                                                                                  $35
 948                           championship)                    EA State Championship Test for 6 YO Ponies
 949                                                            FEI INT 1 2018                                    $40

 950                                                            FEI INT A/B Freestyle 2018                        $40

 951                                                            FEI Grand Prix Freestyle 2017                     $40

* Flying changes are compulsory for 6 YO Horse Championships classes

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Official Withdrawal Form
         Close date for all refund applications – 25th April 2019
         There will be no refund unless this Official Withdrawal Form is completed & sent to
         YRFSManager@gmail.com
         $30 Show Levy is non-refundable.
         Stabling & Camping fees will be 100% refunded.
         Other refunds will be paid as follows

Notification of withdrawal received by 5pm 1st April 2019
Refunds: Less $20 per horse. If vet certificate provided, only the horse to which the certificate applies will receive a
refund. If doctor’s certificate is provided all horses for that rider will be refunded less $20 per horse.

Notification of withdrawal received after 5pm 1st April 2019
Refunds: Less $35 per horse if vet or doctors certificate provided. If vet certificate provided, only the horse to which
the certificate applies will receive a refund. If doctors certificate provided all horses for that rider will be refunded
less $35 per horse.

Other applications for refunds will only be at the discretion of the OC and if a refund is approved will be less $35 per
horse.

Horse/s

Rider

Postal
Address

Class
Numbers

Total Entries Paid    $

TOTAL                 $

Less:                 $20.00/35.00

Stabling & Camping $
Paid

TOTAL REFUND          $

Office use:

Cheque Number:

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