Eastern Region Winter Schedule 2008/09
 

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DATE VENUE ENTRIES CLOSE
Saturday 8th November Boswell E.C. Firday 31st October
Sunday 23rd November Boswell E.C. Friday 14th November
Sunday 7th December Boswell E.C. Friday 26th November
Wednesday 21st January Ballyellen E.C. Friday 16th January
Saturday 24thJanuary Boswell E.C. Friday16th January
Saturday 7th February Boswell E.C. Friday30th January
 Wednesday 11thFebruary Ballyellen E.C Friday 6th February
Saturday 21st February Boswell E.C. Friday13th February
Wednesday 4th March Ballyellen E.C Friday 6th February
Saturday 7th March Boswell E.C. Friday 27th February
Saturday 21st March Boswell E.C. Friday13th March
Saturday 4th April Boswell E.C. Friday 27th April
 

Remember to visit http://www.easternregiondressage.com/ too!
 

General

All shows are run under Dressage Ireland Rules.  It is essential in the interest of safety that the directions of the stewards, the organisers and committee members are followed at all times. Competitors are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting the sport. Rude and abusive behaviour towards people and/or animals will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Offenders risk a ban from Eastern Region shows.

Entries
Entries must be prepaid and in writing. Any entries submitted that do not fulfil these two criteria will be subject to an extra levy of €5 at the show secretary’s discretion.
All cheques must be made out to Eastern Region Dressage please!
No phone entries. No text entries will be accepted under any circumstances!
Fax and email entries will be placed on a waiting list and may only compete at the show secretary’s discretion.
The Committee reserve the right to hold a ballot on entries if deemed necessary.
WITHDRAWAL DEADLINES WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED.

Dressage Ireland members
 €20 all classes for adult members.
€15 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)

Membership and horse registration numbers must be submitted with the entry form.

Non-members of Dressage Ireland
€25 all classes for adults
€20 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009)

 All non members will be required to complete a temporary membership form before competing.

Non-members & Training Classes
 Special training sections in our Preliminary and novice classes are being offered at Summer shows for non members. These act as a great introduction to the sport of Dressage.Non-members will be regarded as HC (Hors Concours) in registered Dressage classes. (This does not apply to combined training)

Declaration
All competitors must declare at the show office prior to riding and collect their bridle number, showing their current membership card to the Secretary. Non-members of Dressage Ireland will be required to fill out and sign a Temporary Membership form. Members who fail to produce their card on the day will be required to do the same. No horse will be allowed to enter the warm up or competition arena without its correct bridle number.

Withdrawals
In the event of a competitor being unable to attend at any stage, including the day of the show, they must ring the show secretary and withdraw.
Failure to do so may incur a fine (as per DI rules) and refusal of entries for subsequent shows.

Combined Training
 Pre-Novice and Novice level combined Training will be run at each show this season. See individual show schedules for further information.

If weather conditions are particularly bad the committee reserve the right to cancel or abandon any show at short notice. If the weather is doubtful please phone 087-7567870  before leaving home.

Please check our website www.easternregiondressage.com for up to date show information.

 

Winter Training Shows

Boswell Equestrian Saturday 8th November 2008
(by kind permission of Mr & Mrs G. Gorman.)

Secretary: Show Secretary Ballyvolan House Stud, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Class 1

 Preliminary

Test BD 4  (2002)

Class 2  Preliminary Test BD 12 (2005 )
Class 3 Novice Test BD 21 (2002)

Class 4

 Novice Test BD 27 (2007)
Class 5  Elementary Test BD 41 (2002)
Class 6 Pre Novice Combined Training Test BE 112
Class 7  Novice Combined Training Test BE120

Entries close: Friday 31st October 2008
Entry fees
DI Members €20 all classes for adult members.
€15 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2008)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €25 all classes for adults
€20 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2008) including Pony Club members

€ 30.00
Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 3rd November. After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 087-7567870 Thursday 6th November  7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Boswell Equestrian SUNDAY 23Rd November 2008
(by kind permission of Mr & Mrs G. Gorman.)

Secretary: Show Secretary Ballyvolan House Stud, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Class 1

 Preliminary Test BD 4  (2002)
Class 2  Preliminary Test BD 12 (2005 )
Class 3 Novice Test BD 21 (2002)

Class 4

 Novice Test BD 27 (2007)
Class 5  Elementary Test BD 41 (2002)
Class 6 Pre Novice Combined Training Test BE 112
Class 7  Novice Combined Training Test BE120

PLEASE NOTE THIS SHOW IS ON  SUNDAY

Entries close: Friday14th November 2008
Entry fees
DI Members €20 all classes for adult members.
€15 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2008)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €25 all classes for adults
€20 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2008) including Pony Club members

€ 30.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 3rd November. After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 087-7567870 Thursday 6th JNovember 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Boswell Equestrian  SUNDAY 7th December  2008
(by kind permission of Mr & Mrs G. Gorman.)

Secretary: Show Secretary Ballyvolan House Stud, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Class 1

 Preliminary Test BD 4  (2002)
Class 2  Preliminary Test BD 12 (2005 )
Class 3 Novice Test BD 21 (2002)

Class 4

 Novice Test BD 27 (2007)
Class 5  Elementary Test BD 41 (2002)
Class 6 Pre Novice Combined Training Test BE 112
Class 7  Novice Combined Training Test BE120

PLEASE NOTE THIS SHOW IS ON  SUNDAY

Entries close: Friday 28th November 2008
Entry fees
DI Members €20 all classes for adult members.
€15 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2008)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €25 all classes for adults
€20 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2008) including Pony Club members

€ 30.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 1st December After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 087-7567870 Thursday 4th December 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Winter Shows

NEW Mid Week Shows

Ballyellen Equestrian ( by kind permission of Lindsey Walters)

This is a new venue situated off the old Arklow to Gorey road. Heading South leave the N11at the Arklow South junction and follow signs for INCH. Take the second left road (approx2 miles). Signposted Ballyellen – the turn for Ballyellen is about half mile along this road onthe right hand side. Hard standing car park

 Classes will be held in a large indoor arena – warm up outside on all weather surface

 If sufficient interest, a long arena Medium class can be arranged.

*Please note secretary’s name and address for these shows*

Ballyellen Equestrian WEDNESDAY 21st January  2009
(by kind permission of Lindsey Walters)

Secretary: Pippa Teggin, Tinnock Lower, Inch, Gorey, Co Wexford

Class 1

  Training Preliminary

Test BD 4  (2002)

Class 2  Training Novice Test BD 21 (2002)
Class 3 Preliminary Test BD 7 (2008)

Class 4

  Novice Test BD 27 (2008)
Class 5 Training Open* Test BD44 (2002) BD61 (2002)

*Training Open Class  Elementary (20x40) Medium (20x40) highest percentage wins

 Entries close: Friday 16th January 2009
 Entry fees

DI Members €20 all classes for adult members.
€15 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €25 all classes for adults
€20 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009) including Pony Club members

€ 30.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 19th January After that time no refunds will be possible.
 Times: Tel. 0402-37674 Monday 19th  January 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

 

Boswell Equestrian Saturday 24th January 2009
(by kind permission of Mr & Mrs G. Gorman.)

Secretary: Show Secretary Ballyvolan House Stud, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Class 1

 Preliminary

Test BD 4  (2002)

Class 2 Training Preliminary Test BD 4 (2002)
Class 3 Preliminary Test BD 16 (2002)

Class 4

 Junior Preliminary Test BD 16 (2002)
Class 5  Novice Test BD 32 (2002)
Class 6 Training Novice Test BD 33 (2002)
Class 7  Novice Test BD 33 (2002)
Class 8 Junior Novice Test BD 33 (2002)

Class 9

 Elementary Test BD 44(2002)

Class 10

 Elementary Test BD 43 (2006)
Class 11 Junior Elementary Test BD 43 (2006)
Class 12 Medium Test BD61 (2002)
Class 13 Advanced Medium Test BD 94 (2002)
Class 14 Advanced Test BD 100 (2002)
Class 15 Prix St George FEI PSG (2000)
Class 16 Combined Training Pre Novice Test BE 111
Class 27  Combined Training Novice Test BE 126

Entries close: Friday 16th January 2009
Entry fees
DI Members €20 all classes for adult members.
€15 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €25 all classes for adults
€20 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009) including Pony Club members

€ 30.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 19th January. After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 087-7567870 Thursday 22nd January 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Boswell Equestrian Saturday 7th February2009
(by kind permission of Mr & Mrs G. Gorman.)

Secretary: Show Secretary Ballyvolan House Stud, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Class 1

 Preliminary

Test BD 4  (2002)

Class 2 Training Preliminary Test BD 4 (2002)
Class 3 Preliminary Test BD 16 (2002)

Class 4

 Junior Preliminary Test BD 16 (2002)
Class 5  Novice Test BD 32 (2002)
Class 6 Training Novice Test BD 33 (2002)
Class 7  Novice Test BD 33 (2002)
Class 8 Junior Novice Test BD 33 (2002)

Class 9

 Elementary Test BD 44(2002)

Class 10

 Elementary Test BD 43 (2006)
Class 11 Junior Elementary Test BD 43 (2006)
Class 12 Medium Test BD61 (2002)
Class 13 Advanced Medium Test BD 94 (2002)
Class 14 Advanced Test BD 100 (2002)
Class 15 Prix St George FEI PSG (2000)
Class 16 Combined Training Pre Novice Test BE 111
Class 27  Combined Training Novice Test BE 126

Entries close: Friday 30th January 2009
Entry fees
DI Members €30 all classes for adult members.
€20 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €35 all classes for adults
€25 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009) including Pony Club members

€ 40.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 2nd February. After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 087-7567870 Thursday 5th February 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Ballyellen Equestrian WEDNESDAY 11th  February  2009
(by kind permission of Lindsey Walters)

Secretary: Pippa Teggin, Tinnock Lower, Inch, Gorey, Co Wexford

 

Class 1

  Training Preliminary

Test BD 4  (2002)

Class 2  Training Novice Test BD 21 (2002)
Class 3 Preliminary Test BD 7 (2008)

Class 4

  Novice Test BD 27 (2008)
Class 5 Training Open* Test BD 44 (2002) BD61 (2002)

*Training Open Class Elementary (20x40) Medium (20x40) highest percentage wins
 Entries close: Friday 6th February 2009
Entry fees
DI Members €20 all classes for adult members.
€15 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €25 all classes for adults
€20 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009) including Pony Club members

€ 30.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 9th February  After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 0402-37674 Monday 9thJanuary 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Boswell Equestrian Saturday 21st February 2009
(by kind permission of Mr & Mrs G. Gorman.)

Secretary: Show Secretary Ballyvolan House Stud, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Class 1

 Preliminary BD 10 (2002)
Class 2 Training Preliminary BD 10 (2002)
Class 3 Preliminary BD 17 (2002)

Class 4

 Junior Preliminary BD 17 (2002)
Class 5  Novice BD 20 (2007)
Class 6 Training Novice BD 20 (2007)
Class 7  Novice BD 33 (2002)
Class 8 Junior Novice BD 33 (2002)

Class 9

 Elementary BD 50 (2007)

Class 10

 Elementary BD 48 (2007)
Class 11 Junior Elementary BD 48 (2007)
Class 12 Medium BD 61 (2002)
Class 13 Advanced Medium BD 94 (2002)
Class 14 Advanced BD 100 (2002)
Class 15 Prix St George PSG 2000
Class 16 Combined Training Pre Novice BE 110
Class 27  Combined Training Novice BE 123

Entries close: Friday 13th February 2009
Entry fees
DI Members €30 all classes for adult members.
€20 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €35 all classes for adults
€25 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009) including Pony Club members

€ 40.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 16th February. After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 087-7567870 Thursday 19th February 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Ballyellen Equestrian WEDNESDAY 4th  March  2009
(by kind permission of Lindsey Walters)

Secretary: Pippa Teggin, Tinnoc kLower, Inch, Gorey, Co Wexford

Class 1

  Training Preliminary

Test BD 10  (2002)

Class 2  Training Novice Test BD 10 (2002)
Class 3 Preliminary Test BD 15 (2008)

Class 4

  Novice Test BD 15 (2008)
Class 5 Training Open* Test BD 44 (2002) BD61 (2002)

*Training Open Class Elementary (20x40) Medium (20x40) highest percentage wins
 Entries close: Friday 27th February 2009
Entry fees
DI Members €20 all classes for adult members.
€15 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €25 all classes for adults
€20 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009) including Pony Club members

€ 30.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 2nd March  After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 0402-37674 Monday2nd March 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Boswell Equestrian Saturday 7th March 2009
(by kind permission of Mr & Mrs G. Gorman.)

Secretary: Show Secretary Ballyvolan House Stud, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Class 1

 Preliminary BD 10 (2002)
Class 2 Training Preliminary BD 10 (2002)
Class 3 Preliminary BD 17 (2002)

Class 4

 Junior Preliminary BD 17 (2002)
Class 5  Novice BD 20 (2007)
Class 6 Training Novice BD 20 (2007)
Class 7  Novice BD 33 (2002)
Class 8 Junior Novice BD 33 (2002)

Class 9

 Elementary BD 50 (2007)

Class 10

 Elementary BD 48 (2007)
Class 11 Junior Elementary BD 48 (2007)
Class 12 Medium BD 61 (2002)
Class 13 Advanced Medium BD 94 (2002)
Class 14 Advanced BD 100 (2002)
Class 15 Prix St George PSG 2000
Class 16 Combined Training Pre Novice BE 110
Class 27  Combined Training Novice BE 123

Entries close: Friday 27thFebruary 2009
Entry fees
DI Members €30 all classes for adult members.
€20 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €35 all classes for adults
€25 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009) including Pony Club members

€ 40.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 2nd March. After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 087-7567870 Thursday 5th March 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Boswell Equestrian Saturday 21st March2009
(by kind permission of Mr & Mrs G. Gorman.)

Secretary: Show Secretary Ballyvolan House Stud, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Class 1

 Preliminary BD 4 (2002)
Class 2 Training Preliminary BD 4 (2002)
Class 3 Preliminary BD 19 (2008)

Class 4

 Junior Preliminary BD 19 (2008)
Class 5  Novice BD 27 (2007)
Class 6 Training Novice BD 27 (2007)
Class 7  Novice BD 38 (2005)
Class 8 Junior Novice BD 38 (2005)

Class 9

 Elementary BD 41 (2002)

Class 10

 Elementary BD 43 (2006)
Class 11 Junior Elementary BD 43 (2006)
Class 12 Medium BD 61 (20020
Class 13 Advanced Medium BD 98 (20020
Class 14 Advanced BD 104 (2004)
Class 15 Prix St George PSG 2000
Class 16 Combined Training Pre Novice BE 111
Class 27  Combined Training Novice BE 125

Entries close: Friday 13th March 2009
Entry fees
DI Members €30 all classes for adult members.
€20 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €35 all classes for adults
€25 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009) including Pony Club members

€ 40.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 16th March. After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 087-7567870 Thursday 19th March 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

Boswell Equestrian Saturday 4th April 2009
(by kind permission of Mr & Mrs G. Gorman.)

Secretary: Show Secretary Ballyvolan House Stud, Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Class 1

 Preliminary BD 4 (2002)
Class 2 Training Preliminary BD 4 (2002)
Class 3 Preliminary BD 19 (2008)

Class 4

 Junior Preliminary BD 19 (2008)
Class 5  Novice BD 27 (2007)
Class 6 Training Novice BD 27 (2007)
Class 7  Novice BD 38 (2005)
Class 8 Junior Novice BD 38 (2005)

Class 9

 Elementary BD 41 (2002)

Class 10

 Elementary BD 43 (2006)
Class 11 Junior Elementary BD 43 (2006)
Class 12 Medium BD 61 (20020
Class 13 Advanced Medium BD 98 (20020
Class 14 Advanced BD 104 (2004)
Class 15 Prix St George PSG 2000
Class 16 Combined Training Pre Novice BE 111
Class 27  Combined Training Novice BE 125

Entries close: Friday 27th March 2009
Entry fees
DI Members €30 all classes for adult members.
€20 all classes for junior members of Dressage Ireland (under 18 1st January 2009)
Non-members


Combined Training

 €35 all classes for adults
€25 all classes for juniors (under 18 1st January 2009) including Pony Club members

€ 40.00

Withdrawals: Until 11.00am Monday 30th March After that time no refunds will be possible.
Times: Tel. 087-7567870 Thursday 2nd April 7pm to 9pm ONLY or on http://www.easternregiondressage.com/

 

 

 EASTERN REGION LEAGUES

The following leagues will be run over the Winter and Summer shows.

Preliminary

Novice

Elementary

Advanced (Medium and above)

 The leagues are open to all Dressage Ireland members on registered horses and a horse/rider combination must take part in the same class in a minimum of 2 shows in order to be included in any of the leagues and league points will be awarded at every show, including the Winter Finals. A horse/rider combination’s best result on the day in any one grade will be used to award points in that league on the following basis:

 

First

7 point

Fifth

3 points

Second

6 points

Sixth

2 points

Third

5 points

Unplaced

1 points

Fourth

4 points

 

Please note that league points have no bearing whatsoever on Dressage Ireland points.

 League tables are published regularly on our website.

 EASTERN REGION JUNIOR LEAGUE

A league will be run for junior members of Dressage Ireland entered in any classes during the winter and summer season

This league is open to riders aged 18 and under on 1 January 2009. Riders must be members of Dressage Ireland and horses/ponies must be registered to be eligible for this league. A horse/rider combination’s best result on the day, whether achieved in a Junior or registered class will be used to award points in that league on the following basis:

First

7 point

Fourth

4 points

Second

6 points

Fifth

3 points

Third

5 points

Sixth

2 points

 

 

Unplaced

1 points

Please note that league points have no bearing whatsoever on Dressage Ireland points.

League tables will be on our website.

 

While no dressage grading points will be awarded in these classes please note that Dressage Ireland grading applies (i.e. a horse with Novice points may only do the Novice tests). A horse/rider combination must take part in a minimum of 2 shows in order to be included in the league. League points will be awarded at each show including the Winter Finals.

Note: It is not possible for Juniors to win league prizes in the adult league.

Note also that while non-members of Dressage Ireland under the age of 18 may compete in Junior classes at every show (except the Final) and receive placing rosettes they will not be included in the league.

 

EASTERN REGION COMBINED TRAINING LEAGUE

The league is open to all members and non members combination must take part in a minimum of 2 shows in order to be included the league and league points will be awarded at every show, including the Winter Finals. A horse/rider combination’s best result on the day in either grade  will be used to award points on the following basis:

 

First

7 point

Fifth

3 points

Second

6 points

Sixth

2 points

Third

5 points

Unplaced

1 points

Fourth

4 points

 

League tables are published regularly on our website.

 

TRAINING BURSARIES

A total of 4 training bursaries worth €200 each will be awarded for riders from the Eastern Region 4 over the age of 18 who compete regularly at Eastern Region shows at Preliminary, Novice and Elementary level. To compete for these bursaries riders must attend a minimum of 6 shows over the Winter and Summer season plus the Regional Championships at the end of the summer season. Bursary winners will be determined at the Regional Championships on an adjusted percentage basis using the rider’s best score on the day. Winners of Training Bursaries in 2008 are not eligible to compete for these in 2009 but may compete again for bursaries in 2010.

JUNIOR TRAINING
 The Region may be able to organise a training programme over the Summer for our younger riders. Anyone interested should give their name to the secretary.