Dressage is a sport where horse and rider perform a series of predetermined movements set out in a dressage test with precision and grace. It emphasises the harmony between the two, showcasing the horse’s athleticism and the rider’s skill in communication and control.
A judge marks the test. They give you a mark out of ten for how well you carry out each instruction. At the end of the test the marks are added up and the winner is the horse and rider with the highest score.
As you and your pony get better and your confidence grows you may want to take part in a competition. If you cannot remember your dressage test, don’t worry as someone can read the test out loud to you (apart from at Area Competitions and the Championships).
Check out what Events and Competitions you can enter through our Calendar.
Level | Area Test | Championship Test |
Preliminary PC70 | Preliminary PC70 Dressage Test 2022 | Preliminary PC70 Dressage Test 2022 |
Grassroots PC80 | Grassroots PC80 Dressage Test 2018 | Grassroots PC80 Dressage Championship Test 2024 |
Novice | PC Novice Dressage Test 2020 | PC Novice Dressage Championship Test 2017 |
Intermediate | PC Intermediate Dressage Test 2024 | PC Intermediate Dressage Championship Test 2023 |
Open | PC Open Dressage Test 2020 | PC Open Dressage Championship Test 2018 |