E.C.R.D.A Sanctioning Requirements

• The show must be sanctioned at least 60 days prior to the date of competition so it can be publicized in the newsletter at least 1 month prior to the show.
• All shows must be run according to ECRDA Rules
• Call Competition Coordinator to get a date, find out how to get into the newsletter, and find out where to send the results.

Arena Requirements

• Must be 20m X 40m for small arena; 20m X 60m for large arena
• Size and footing must be printed in newsletter and prize list
• Footing should be suitable to the season
• All USDF Tests, Training Level Tests, and First Level Tests 1 and 2 may be ridden in either a large or small arena. All other tests must be in large arena unless otherwise specified on the test sheet.
• Fence enclosure should be about 12" high.
• Letters should be clearly marked and easily visible to the rider.
• Arena should have adequate space to ride around the perimeter.
• Spectators should be kept at least 10' away from the arena area.

Warm-Up Requirements

• Footing must be suitable to season.
• Warm-up area must be of adequate size and safe.

Parking Requirements

• Parking area must be of adequate size and safe.

Judges

• Must be certified USEF licensed judges or a USDF "L" graduate.
• USDF "L" judge may judge through Fourth Level.
• USEF "r" can judge through F.E.I Level.
• USEF "R" judge can judge through F.E.I Level.
• USEF "S" judge can judge through F.E.I Level.
• Judges must be 12 to 16 feet from the C end of the arena.

Bits, Tack, and Proper Attire

• May be checked
• infractions will result in the ride being labeled "HC"

Organizer and Secretary of Show

• Either organizer or secretary must be an ECRDA member
• Organizer must be a named individual

Results

• Are to be calculated to 3 decimal places
• Are to be sent to both the Newsletter Editor and the Web Site Editor WITHIN TWO WEEKS OF THE SHOW