Rules
FEI 2012 Olympic Rule Book
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 a simplified guide to qualifying for some of the most popular finals, click How to qualify.
2012 Rules
Download the full 2012 Rulebook here
Amendments:
Rule 23 – Elementary 59 should be listed as a qualifying test.
Rule 53 – clarification – Ear plugs on horses are prohibited during competition. They are permitted in prize givings.
Rule 55 – Should read, "stallions may be identified with a stallion disc".
Rule 49 - Bridles. Addition: All bridles must be used in the conventionally accepted manner. The loop of the reins must be above the horse’s neck.
