In Dressage competitions, horse and rider perform a series of predetermined movements, known as ‘figures’ or ‘movements’ in an arena of either 20×60 metres or occasionally 20×40 metres. The arena has 12 lettered markers placed symmetrically indicating where movements are to start and finish and where changes of pace or lead are to occur. In all competitions, the horse has to show the three paces: walk, trot and canter as well as smooth transitions within and between these paces. At Grand Prix level very collected movements such as Piaffe and Passage are required (see Dressage Movements).
As of the 1st July 2016, updated biosecurity regulations were put in place. They require all horse movements to be tracked and all properties where horses are kept to be registered and have a PIC number. For more information, please click here.
The Samford Showgrounds
39 Showgrounds Drive
Highvale QLD 4520
Based in the Samford Valley at Highvale (just north of Brisbane) we hold regular competition, education and training events throughout the year attracting a diverse audience of horses and riders.
