Rules
You can view the current British Dressage (BD) rulebook by clicking on the various headings below. The rules are revised on an annual basis and come into effect from 1 December every year.
It contains all the information you need to know to compete in affiliated dressage, including what you and your horse are allowed to wear, what the judges are looking for and how to qualify for all the different championships.
For information to help you with your first attempt at a BD competition, click How to get started. For a simplified guide to qualifying for some of the most popular finals, click How to qualify.
2010 Rules
To read about the key 2010 rule changes, click here.
| The British Dressage Rulebook 2010 | |
| • | Membership, Points and Show Rules |
| • | Equipment and Dress Rules |
| • | Arenas and Riding the Tests |
| • | Conduct and Judging Rules |
| • | Notes on Interpretation and Definitions |
| • | Qualification and Championship Rules |
| • | Para Equestrian Rules |
| • | Appendices |
