USPEA: Entries Open Through May 30th for the Golden State Dressage Classic CPEDI3* June 13-16, 2013

Source: News Release/Lindsay McCall

Entries Open Through May 30th for the Golden State Dressage Classic CPEDI3* June 13-16, 2013

Rancho Murieta, CA- Entries are open through May 30, 2013 for Para-Equestrian Dressage riders interested in heading to California for the exciting Golden State Dressage Classic CPEDI3*. The Golden State Dressage Classic is scheduled June 13-16, 2013 at the Murieta Equestrian Center in Rancho Murieta, CA. All Para-Dressage riders looking to qualify for the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ Normandy are encouraged to attend this CPEDI3*. The Golden State Dressage Classic features top international dressage competition, impressive awards (including the famous "Jog" awards for Best Turnout), and an awe-inspiring facility. For more information about the Golden State Dressage Classic CPEDI3* please visit http://www.goldenstatedressage.com or contact Connie Davenport at davenport@saber.net.

Download the Prize List here: (LINK)

Download the entry for here: (LINK)

For questions about the 2013-2014 Para-Equestrian Dressage season please contact the USEF High Performance Director of the Para-Equestrian Discipline Laureen K. Johnson at (908) 326 - 1155 or e-mail lkjohnson@usef.org

For more questions about Para-Equestrian Dressage please contact Hope Hand at Hope@uspea.org or (610) 356-6481.

California Para-Equestrian Dressage rider Susan Treabess (Grade IV) and her mount Kam. Susan and Kam are planning to attend the Golden State Dressage CPEDI3* . Photo courtesy of Susan Treabess

2013 Golden State Dressage Classic CPEDI3* Rancho Murieta, CA June 13-16, 2013:

Show Manager: Connie Davenport

Show Organizer:

Chair: Mrs. Connie Davenport (530) 265-0950

17930 Highway 20 East -

Nevada City, CA 95959 -

530.265.6259 Fax

COMMITTEE:

Chair: Mrs. Connie Davenport

Mr. Tim Postel

Ms. Jan Oakes (530) 756-8503

Website: http://www.goldenstatedressage.com

Murieta Equestrian Center

7200 Lone Pine Dr

Rancho Murieta 95683

916-985-7334

Entries may be mailed to:

Golden State Dressage

17930 Highway 20 East

Nevada City, CA 95959

Phone: 530-265-0950

Fax: 530-265-6259

E-mail: davenport@saber.net

Definite Entries: May 30, 2013

Ground Jury:

Alison King HK FEI-4* (president)

Lorraine Stubbs CAN FEI-4*

David Schmutz USA FEI-4*

FEI Chief Steward: Sandra Rafferty USA

FEI Technical Delegate: Alison King HK

CHIEF CLASSIFIER: Joanne Benjamin USA

CLASSIFIER: Marion Slatter Blistein CAN

FEI VETERINARY DELEGATE: Dr. Mike Tomlinson, DVM USA

Golden State Dressage Classic CPEDI3* Schedule:

June 13, 2013- Horse Inspection 4:30 p.m.

June 14, 2013-Team Test Grade Ia, Ib, II, III, IV

June 15, 2013-Indivdual Test Ia, Ib, II, III, IV

June 16, 2013-Freestyle Championship Tests Grade Ia, Ib, II, III, IV

"The Jog" - Best Turnout Award:

One of the highlights of this show is the competition for the best presentation at the "jog". Awards are typically given for:

BEST TURNOUT OF HANDLER - CDI 3* YJ U-25 & CPEDI 3*

BEST TURNOUT OF HORSE - CDI 3* YJ U-25 & CPEDI 3*

BEST OVERALL TURNOUT - CDI 3* YJ U-25 & CPEDI 3*

ALLTECH FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES 2014 Qualification Criteria

Qualification Period:

Start: January 1, 2013

End: XXXX 2014 (TBD)

Qualifying Events:

Any CPEDI3* or CPEDI4* event during the qualification period in addition to the Paralympics Games 2012 London

Qualification Score:

All athlete/horse combinations must have attained (as a combination) a minimum 60% score attributed by the Ground Jury in a Team test or Individual Championship test one time.

Judges:

Minimum of 3 FEI PE5* or 4* judges of different nationalities

About United States Para-Equestrian Association:

The USPEA is a network of riders, judges, national federation board members, and equestrian enthusiasts. The association gives athletes the ability to get involved and expand their knowledge and experience in the Para-Equestrian sport. The USPEA encourages para-athletes to participate in all disciplines under the para-equestrian umbrella.

The USPEA is a recognized affiliate of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) which serves as the National Governing Body for the equestrian sport. This relationship between the USPEA and USEF is to encourage para-equestrian competitors, leisure riders, coaches, fans and enthusiasts to network and get involved with the entire equestrian sport.

Ultimately the goal of the USPEA is to foster growth in the para-equestrian discipline. From growth in the number of participants to growth as a team, and growth in the experience and knowledge of all involved. From local horse shows to international Olympic Games, the USPEA will provide para-equestrians the knowledge of what they need to succeed. The USPEA connects with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI), the United States Dressage Federation (USDF), and USEF which provides Para-Equestrians the top equestrian resources.

In June 2010, the USPEA earned its 501 (c)(3) status which has encouraged supporters to help supply funding to the Para-Equestrian Team as a recognized affiliate of the United States Equestrian Federation(USEF).

For more information about the USPEA please visit www.USPEA.org or contact USPEA President: Hope Hand by e-mail: Wheeler966@aol.com or by phone: (610)356-6481.

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