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Opening Date September 11, 2014
Closing Date: October 11, 2014
Houston Dressage Society presents
Deep in the Heart of Texas Shows I & II
Recognized by the United States Equestrian Federation as a Dressage Level 2 Competition
USEF and USDF Nos. 331373 and 331375, SWDC 15111A and 15112B, and HDS
November 1-2, 2014
at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center, Katy, TX
Qualifying Competition for:
2015 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships
2015 Southwest Dressage Championships
2015 Dover/USDF Adult Amateur Medal Program
Judges:
Michael Osinski, “S”*, Lacey, WA
Debby Savage, “S”*, Flemington, NJ
*Young Horse Certification
Technical Delegate:
Sarah Jane Martin, “R”, Montgomery, TX
Show Secretary
Susan Peacock
837 Glenlake Drive
Edmond, OK 73013
(405) 749 – 9777
[email protected]
Fax: 866-487-6624
Show Manager:
Anne Kuhns
Paris, KY
(918) 231-9777
[email protected]
Licensee Contact:
Leslie Rohrer
President HDS
(713) 523-0448
[email protected]
For more information and prize list updates, go to: www.houstondressagesociety.org and www.showsecretary.com
Great Southwest Equestrian Center is located at 2501 South Mason Road, Katy, TX 77450
Directions: GSWEC is located on the east side of Mason Road approximately three miles south of
Interstate Highway 10 (Exit #745) Phone: (281) 578-7669 www.gswec.com
Licensee: Houston Dressage Society
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Deep in the Heart of Texas Shows I & II Class List
Sat
Class
Sun
Class
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
21
22
23
25
31
32
33
35
41
42
43
45
51
52
53
54
55
70
71
72
88
89
73
74
75
68
63
82
83
90
91
3-2
4-2
5-2
6-2
7-2
8-2
9-2
10-2
11-2
12-2
13-2
14-2
15-2
21-2
22-2
23-2
25-2
31-2
32-2
33-2
35-2
41-2
42-2
43-2
45-2
51-2
52-2
53-2
54-2
55-2
70-2
71-2
72-2
88-2
89-2
73-2
74-2
75-2
68-2
63-2
Class Description
USEF Rider TOC (specify test Tr, 1st, 2nd Levels only)
USDF Introductory Test Level A
USDF Introductory Test Level B
USDF Introductory Test Level C
USEF Dressage Equitation 13 and Under
USEF Dressage Equitation 14 to 18
USEF Dressage Equitation 19 to 21
USEF Dressage Equitation
USEF First Level Test 1
USEF First Level Test 2
USEF First Level Test 3
USEF Pony First Level Test 3
USDF First Level Freestyle
USEF Second Level Test 1
USEF Second Level Test 2
USEF Second Level Test 3 (AA Dover Medal Sat & Sun)
USDF Second Level Freestyle
USEF Third Level Test 1
USEF Third Level Test 2
USEF Third Level Test 3
USDF Third Level Freestyle
USEF Fourth Level Test 1
USEF Fourth Level Test 2
USEF Fourth Level Test 3
USDF Fourth Level Freestyle
USEF Training Level Test 1
USEF Training Level Test 2
USEF Training Level Test 3
USEF Pony Training Level Test 3
USDF Training Level Freestyle
FEI Prix St. Georges (edition 2009)
FEI Intermediate I (edition 2009)
FEI Intermediate I Freestyle (edition 2009)
FEI Intermediate A
FEI Intermediate B (edition 2014)
FEI Intermediate II* (edition 2014)
FEI Grand Prix (Rev 2014)
FEI Grand Prix Freestyle (edition 2009)
FEI Junior Team Test (edition 2009)
FEI Young Rider Team Test (edition 2009)
FEI Para Equestrian Test of Choice (specify test)
FEI Para Equestrian FS Test of Choice (specify test)
USDF Materiale 3,4,5, year old colts, stallions, geldings
USDF Materiale 3,4,5, year old mares or fillies
Divisions
Fee $
O
O
O
O
JR
JR/YR
YR
AA
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
JR
YR
O
O
O
O
20
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
45
40
40
40
45
40
40
40
45
40
40
40
45
40
40
40
40
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
40
40
60
60
40
40
Qualifying fees
USDF/GAIG + $10
SWDC + $8
SWDC + $8 (JR/YR only)
HDS
HDS
HDS
HDS
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10
GAIG +$10
*For 2015 only Intermediate II will be used as Great American/USDF and SWDC Qualifiers for Great
American/USDF Region 9 Championships, SWDC, and the US Dressage Finals.
Class List continued on next page
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Sat
Class #
100
101
200
201
81
9999
Sun
Class #
101-2
102-2
201-2
202-2
81-2
9999-2
Class Name
Opportunity Class – Training Level Test 1
Opportunity Class – Training Level Test 2
Opportunity Class – Training Level Test 3
Opportunity Class – First Level Test 1
Opportunity Class – First Level Test 2
Opportunity Class – First Level Test 3
USDF Pas De Deux (fee is per exhibitor)
USDF Quadrille Freestyle (fee is per exhibitor)
Div
Fee $
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
40
40
Qualifying fees
USDF/GAIG + $10
SWDC + $8
40
40
40
40
30
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Note: Enter a “Q” after the appropriate class number if you intend on entering the class as a Great
American/USDF Qualifier and include the qualifying fee of $10.00 and/or if you intend on entering the
Southwest Dressage Championships Qualifier and include the qualifying fee of $8.00.
Deep in the Heart of Texas Shows I & II Fee Schedule:
Show Fees
Show Office Fee (per entry per show – separate entry required for each show)
$32.00
Late Entry Fee (if space avail & per entry per show)
$50.00
Change After Closing Date (per change)
$10.00
Incomplete Entry Fee_ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________$10.00
Returned Check/Declined Credit Card handling Fee
$35.00
All entries using credit card for payment must use the online entry at www.showsecretary.com.
A convenience fee of 3.2% will be charged on all credit card transactions.
USDF and USEF and SWDC Fees
Great American/USDF Qualifying Fee (additional)
SWDC Qualifying Fee (additional)
USEF Drug/Medication Fee (D/M = $8, USEF = $8)
USEF Show Pass (Non-member per rider or owner or trainer)
USDF Non-member Fee per rider and owner
USDF Affidavit Fee
$10.00
$ 8.00
$16.00
$30.00
$25.00
$ 5.00
Stall Fees
Weekend Stall Fee (Friday 1:00 pm - Sunday 9:00 pm/incl. 2 bags of shavings)
Weekend Tack Stall Fee (Friday 1:00 pm - Sunday 9:00 pm)
Early Arrival/Late Departure per night per stall/tack stall (must designate arrival and departure dates)
One day Stall Fee (includes 1 bag of shavings – in by 5:00 PM night before/out by 6:00 PM)
One day Tack Stall Fee (in by 5:00 PM night before/out by 6:00 PM)
Trailer-In Fee (per day)
Additional Shavings/Bag
$110.00
$95.00
$45.00
$70.00
$50.00
$30.00
$ 11.00
Misc Fees
RV Hook-Up (per night) - request space number on entry – map on GSWEC website
$50.00
Pony Measurement Fee (Measurement must occur in advance of rides) By Owner _________________________ (up to) $100.00
Non-compete fee per show
$30.00
Other: 2015 HDS membership (new or renewal)
varies according to type
Sponsorship
varies according to type
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ONLINE ENTRIES ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT:
WWW.SHOWSECRETARY.COM
Entries: Entries must be postmarked on or before October 11, 2014. Entries after closing date will be
considered post entry and will incur late fees. FOR SPECIAL DELIVERIES, PLEASE SEND ENTRIES WITHOUT A
SIGNATURE NEEDED!! NO CERTIFIED, REGISTERED, OR EXPRESS MAIL WITH A SIGNATURE NECESSARY
FOR RECEIPT WILL BE ACCEPTED!!
Official Ride Times: Stabling assignments and provisional times will be available to competitors at
www.showsecretary.com. Official times will be available at noon the day before the show.
All Change requests for the Deep in the Heart of Texas Shows I&II must be made by
11:00 AM the day prior to the class.
On-line entry is available at www.showsecretary.com . You may still mail your paper entry and check to Susan
Peacock. Make checks payable to Houston Dressage Society and send with entry to Show Secretary: Susan
Peacock, 837 Glenlake Dr., Edmond, OK 73013. No post-dated checks accepted. Include copies of
owner/rider/trainer/coach current USEF card(s) or non-member fee and USDF card(s) or non-member fee.
Include copy of horse’s Registration/Recording card or certificate. A copy of a Coggins taken within 12 months
of the show dates must accompany each entry.
Entries are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, based on postmark date and entries may be limited.
Those entries postmarked after closing will be accepted at the discretion of the show secretary, based on a
space available basis and charged a $50 late fee per show. If the classes are oversubscribed, a Waiting List (in
the order of receipt) will be maintained. Management reserves the right to refuse any entry. All entries using
credit card for payment must use the online entry at www.showsecretary.com. A convenience fee of 3.2% will
be charged on all credit card transactions.
Great American/USDF and Southwest Championship Qualifying Classes: For Great American/USDF
Qualifying rides, horses must be Lifetime registered, riders must be USDF Participating Members and owners
must be a USDF Participating or Business member. Rider and Owner must both have Active USEF
Memberships and the Horse must be USEF Annual or Lifetime Recorded with USEF at the time scores are
earned. Great American qualifying entries must include horse USEF and USDF registration and owner’s USDF
card.
Refund Policy: Cancellations prior to closing date will be refunded, less office fee.
No refunds will be given after closing date.
Hazardous Weather/Act OF God/Accident Policy: Management reserves the right to cancel any classes due
to hazardous weather, Acts of God, accident, or emergency. Every effort will be made to reschedule with priority
given to any qualifying classes being offered. No refunds for cancellations due to hazardous weather, Acts of God,
accidents or emergencies.
Schedule : Classes may not necessarily be run in the order listed in the class lists. It is the responsibility of the
rider to inform the show secretary of any time conflicts as soon as possible after receiving the schedule.
Management reserves the right to change officials, limit entries, combine or cancel classes, and modify the
schedule, and to modify or cancel awards and/or make whatever changes are required by circumstances to the
competition specifications listed herein. Show Management reserves the right to cancel classes insufficiently
filled and to refuse or require withdrawal of an entry for cause deemed sufficient by Show Management.
Non-compete horses are allowed on grounds, if space is available. Owner must fill out entry form and pay office
and stall fees, but no USEF drug fee.
All horses must wear show numbers at all times when out of stall.
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Scores: It is the responsibility of the competitor to verify the accuracy of all scores. Scoring errors must be
reported to the Show Secretary within one hour of the official posting of the scores from the last class of the
show day during which the score was earned.
Freestyles/Music: The minimum score required to enter a freestyle class at any level for a horse/rider
combination is 60 percent. Competitors must submit a copy of a test at the highest level showing that the required
60 percent was met in order to enter the Freestyle at that level. Music for all freestyles on CD must be given to the
show office upon arrival to show grounds and check in to show office. Sound checks will be conducted during the
Saturday lunch break before or after dragging and after the last class Saturday. The times for sound checks will be
posted in the show office. Competitors are responsible for picking up their music before the end of the show.
Music left will not be mailed.
Opportunity Classes: Opportunity classes are intended for entry level riders. Horses and riders entered only in
“Opportunity” classes are exempt from USEF and USDF membership requirements, and do not have to pay nonmember (show pass) or HID fees. Riders and/or horses entered in “Opportunity” classes may not cross enter into
other recognized classes at the show. Participants must abide by all USEF regulations pertaining to attire, tack
and equipment for the recognized show. Reference GR821 for additional information.
Opportunity Classes at HDS 2014 Recognized Shows will count towards 2014 HDS Schooling Show
Championship qualifying and HDS year-end Schooling Show Awards.
Pony Measurements: Show Management will notify Veterinarian and FEI Chief Steward/Technical Delegate
of competitors requiring Pony measurements. Ponies will be measured on FRIDAY between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.
Additional measurement times, if required, will be posted in the show office on Friday at 5:00 pm. All ponies
competing in pony classes that do not have a valid pony card must be measured prior to the first class shown.
Measurement requests must be received prior to the start of competition.
Stabling: Stalls are permanent, 10 x 10’ with solid walls and doors. Two bags of shavings are provided with each
stall. Additional bags may be purchased – must use facility shavings per contract – no outside shavings permitted.
Stall charts will be posted and check-in will start at 1:00 PM on Friday, October 31, 2014. Early arrivals and late
departures are only available by arrangement with Show Secretary at $45/night/stall. Cost applies to horse stalls
or tack stalls. Stalls must be vacated by 9:00 pm Sunday or the late departure fee paid. A stall fee must be paid
for every horse. No staples or nails are allowed to be affixed to any Great Southwest Equestrian Center
Property with the exception of stall cards. Individuals wishing to tape advertisements or flyers to the
walls must first obtain approval in writing from Great Southwest Equestrian Center. Such approval must
be shown to Show Management prior to display or the flyers will be removed.
GSWEC will charge a $100 fine for anyone bringing in shavings from outside the facility.
THERE WILL BE NO SMOKING IN THE BARNS AND NEAR THE INDOOR WARM-UP ARENA.
DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS WILL BE PROVIDED.
Arenas/Footing/Warm-Up: All tests and warm-up will be ridden in covered arenas with sand/clay footing
mix. Competition arenas include up to three indoor arenas. The main indoor facility will have two dressage
arenas and the east arena will have one arena which complies with a Dressage Level 2 show. Each arena is 20 x
60 meters, with the exception of Para Equestrian classes which may be ridden in a small arena, 20 x 40 meters.
Schedule for schooling will be posted at the show grounds. Lunging will be permitted in Barn D warm-up only.
Arenas close at 9:00 pm.
Veterinarian: The veterinarian, Katy Equine (281) 391-8250, will be on call each show day. Phone numbers
and information will be posted at the show grounds and in the show secretary’s office.
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Farrier: The farrier, Chris Guillory (713) 498-2428, will be on call each show day. Phone numbers and
information will be posted at the show grounds and in the show secretary’s office.
Awards:
Deep in the Heart of Texas Shows I & II:
 Trophies will be presented for first place and ribbons will be presented for first through sixth place.
Qualifying classes will not be pinned separately.
 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons will be given at the National Levels (combined) and the
FEI Levels (combined) for each division (Open, Amateur and Junior).
 USDF Dover Adult Amateur medal class is 2nd Level Test 3 on both days. See additional Dover
Medal information included in prize list.
Concessions: are available at show grounds. No cooking is allowed on the premises.
Dogs: Well-mannered dogs on leashes are welcome. Harris County leash law will be enforced.
Lodging:
 Holiday Inn Express (Official Show Hotel) 21010 Katy Fwy, Katy, TX 77450 (on north side
feeder road at I10 east of Mason Rd, I-10 exit 745) 281/392-1010 (3.5 miles from Great Southwest Equestrian
Center)
 Comfort Inn, 22025 Katy Fwy, Katy, TX 77450 (on south side feeder road at I-10 west of
Mason Rd, I-10
exit 745) 281/392-8700 (3 miles from Great Southwest Equestrian Center)
 LaQuinta Inn & Suites, 22455 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77450 Phone: (281) 392-9800 (on
south side feeder road at I-10 west of Mason Rd, I-10 exit 743) (4 miles from Great Southwest
Equestrian Center)
 Hampton Inn, 22055 Katy Fwy, Katy, TX 77450 (on south side of feeder road at I-10 west of
Mason Road, I10 exit 745) 281-392-1000 (3 miles from Great Southwest Equestrian Center)
Note: Houston Dressage Society (HDS) is a 501 (c) 7 social non-profit corporation recognized by
the Internal Revenue Service and the State of Texas. Federal Law states that gross income for
social non-profits shall not exceed 15% from non-member participation. Entries may be limited to
non-members to ensure that HDS is not in violation of Federal Law. All Competitors and/or
Owners are encouraged to join Houston Dressage Society, a Group Member Organization (GMO) of
the United States Dressage Federation, to facilitate entry into the show. Competitors and Owners
that are members of another GMO may apply to USDF for a Multiple GMO Refund. The form is
attached as part of this prize list.
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EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN WHICH IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND
SPECIFICATIONS OF THE CURRENT USEF RULE BOOK WILL BE CONDUCTED AND
JUDGED IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH.
Helmet Policy: DR120.6 From the time horses are officially admitted to the competition grounds by competition
management, anyone mounted on a horse at any time on the competition grounds, including non-competing riders,
riders on non-competing horses, mounted participants in exhibition classes and those competing in all classes and
tests, iincluding Para-Equestrian tests, must wear protective headgear as defined by this rule and otherwise in
compliance with GR801. The harness must be secured and properly fitted.
Sharps Containers: Competition management shall place a minimum of one sharps container per each
competition, whether or not stabling is provided. Additionally, at least one sharps container per fifty occupied
stalls for the disposal of needles and other disposable sharp instruments in convenient locations in barns
housing competition horses. It is competition management’s responsibility to replace such containers when full
and dispose of them properly. Competition management may fine any individuals including trainers,
owners, exhibitors, or their agents up to $100 for improper disposal of needles or other sharp disposable
instruments. If local law has different requirements, local law will prevail.
2014 Motorized Vehicle Statement GR1301.7:
Minors who do not have a valid driver's license which allows them to operate a motorized vehicle in the state in
which they reside will not be permitted to operate a motorized vehicle of any kind, including, but not limited to,
golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles, on the competition grounds of licensed competitions.
Minors who have a valid temporary license may operate the above described motorized vehicles as long as they are
accompanied by an adult with a valid driver's license. The parent(s), legal guardian(s), or individual who signs the
entry blank as a parent or guardian of a minor operating a motorized vehicle in violation of this rule are solely
responsible for any damages, claims, losses or actions resulting from that operation. Violations of this rule will be
cause for sanctions against the parent(s), guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) who are responsible for the child
committing the offense. Penalties may include exclusion of the child, parent(s), guardian(s), and/or trainer(s) from
the competition grounds for the remainder of the competition and charges being filed against any of the above
individuals in accordance with Chapter 6. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices for individuals with
disabilities are exempt from this rule.
2014 USEF MEMBERSHIP STATEMENT GR901.9
Life, senior active and junior active members shall be eligible to participate in all classes at Regular
Competitions, Eventing Competitions at the Preliminary Level or above and Combined Driving
Competitions at the Advanced Level, Dressage, Reining and Vaulting Competitions and Endurance Rides. A
nonmember may participate as a handler, rider, driver, owner, lessee, agent, coach or trainer at Regular
Competitions, Eventing Competitions, Dressage Competitions, Reining Competitions and Combined Driving
Competitions upon payment of a $30 Show Pass registration fee. Participants in the following classes are
exempted from the Requirements of this rule: 1) leadline; 2) exhibitions; 3) games and races; 4) classes for
4‐H members; 5) walk trot and academy classes (academy classes are classes limited to horses used
regularly in a lesson program); 6) USDF introductory level tests, pas de deux and quadrille classes; 7)
NRHA Endorsed Reining Competitions. 8) Opportunity classes, 9) citizens of other nations who have proof,
in English, of current membership in good standing of their own National Federation, 10) USEA beginner
novice division; and 11) assistant handlers in Dressage Sport Horse Breeding classes.
ATTENTION COMPETITORS
Each competitor is responsible for supplying management with correct association numbers (USDF, United
States Equestrian Federation) for horse, owner, rider and trainer, before the day(s) of the competition.
The scores of competitors who fail to supply correct numbers may not be counted toward national
awards.
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All questions not covered in these rules and regulations shall be decided by the show management whose decision
shall be final.
Every horse entered for competition will comply with the rules of the horse show management, but management
will, in no case, be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur, and it shall be condition of entry that each
exhibitor shall hold this horse show and the officials and employees of the show blameless for any loss or accident
to his horse, employees, equipment, which may occur from sickness, fire or otherwise.
The management reserves the right to refuse, accept conditionally, or to cancel any entries, disqualify any riders or
exhibitors, prohibit entries and cancel award prizes without claims for damages; to cancel or combine unfilled
classes, or to reschedule classes after due notice to exhibitors; to change rings or rotate judges.
Exhibitors are notified that any act of discourtesy or disobedience to the judges or officials, on the part of the owner,
manager, rider, or groom shall disqualify the horse, and the owner shall forfeit his entry fee and other fees.
Show management reserves to itself the power to prohibit any person from attending or showing a horse in the ring
and to remove any groom or horse from the show without being liable for compensation.
No person will be allowed in the show ring during the time of judging except the exhibitor and those having official
or requested duties to perform.
It is the tradition of the show that riders be correctly attired for the class in question, that attendants be neatly
dressed and the horses properly presented. Management may in its discretion bar any person from entering the
ring if not suitable presented to appear before an audience.
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