Once you have chosen the right competition and entered (most competitions are very always pre entry, usual about two weeks in advanced), you ought to have a practice of your necessary check (tests are conducted in a set area called a dressage arena with designated markers, your instructor can help you out with this).
Some times you perhaps able to have a 'caller'. This is anyone who stands beside the dressage arena (usually they stand on the outside of the arena at the markers E or B), and calls out, the necessary movement before you perform it. Even in case you know your check well, it can be a great comfort to have anyone there beside the arena with the reminder, in case. It is great in case you have anyone you know. But at most competitions there will be anyone obtainable, in case you cannot find anyone willing.
Make sure you have all the correct equipment/turnout and clothing necessary. One time again your instructor, knowledgeable mate or saddlery shop will be able to assist you.
Sometimes the club (or organizing committee) will post out to you a replica of 'the draw'. The draw will set out all the competitors' names, tests to be ridden, arenas and approximate competing times. If the club does not post out, then check to make sure your entries were received and didn't get lost in the mail! When you get your draw check to see that you are entered in the correct check. Take note of your approximate beginning time and arena number.
When first beginning out, I would recommend that you arrive to the competition grounds early in the morning let you find out where you will be competing (you may must pick up your competitors number). This lets your horse relax in a unusual surroundings and allows you the chance to see other people competing. Keep an eye on the time, your arena and the draw, so that you know where they are up to and how close to time they are walking. You may require to be prepared to ride a bit earlier or they perhaps behind time.
Most clubs also need you to have a 'gear check' done before you enter the competion area. This is a simple check that lets them make sure you have the correct equipment and that your tack is in nice working order.
Usually each arena will have two judges in attendance, usually sitting in their cars at the far or C finish. When the competitor before you has completed and has left the arena, start to ride your horse around the outside.
This gives you and your horse the chance to relax and see the area you will be riding in. It also gives the judges the chance to finish up the last competitors check sheets. Some judges can be slow at this while others are fast, have a glance at earlier competitors to gauge how much time you will have.
One time the judge (usually the middle) is prepared for you, they acknowledge you. But keep an eye on them see when they are prepared. When they are ride over to middle automobile in a timely fashion. Keep in mind that first impressions count. Usually it is best to side up to the automobile, facing the arena.
You will be asked you name and horses name, try to be clear and courteous. From this point the judge will tell you that they are prepared. And you will normally have 60 seconds to enter the arena after they toot there automobile horn (or bell).
Ride down the out side of the arena, then start to circle (usually about a 15 to ten m radius) at the gate (ride so that you are aiming straight at the gate way, this enables you to make a nice entrance).
By this stage your 'caller' will be in place and may have called the first movement (E.g. A enter working trot, X halt salute). You ought to of historicallyin the past practiced you salute at home, watch some other riders to get an idea of what is necessary.
Try not to ride out of the arena till you have completed, as this will incur elimination.
One time you have completed your check, leave the arena at a walk and reward your horse. Some judges will take note of you leaving and the way you treat your horse. Keep in mind to thank you 'caller' for a great job and return to your float (depending on what other tests you may must do).
At the finish of the day (or earlier in case you are blessed) your check results will be obtainable. Both of the judges will have filled out a check sheet on your performance. There will be comments and a score out of ten for each movement.
Most often you will receive a total percentage % for your check (both judges marks combined), the highest percentage score will be deemed the winner. Awards for all the prize winners will be awarded at the finish of competition. Even in case you don't win anything it is still nice to support those that did.
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