Dressage Horse of the Year Awards

CSI HOY in Dresssage is determined by scores earned, based on high percentage average at each level.

USDF, USAE, Equine Canada & non-rated (schooling) shows can be counted toward HOY awards. To qualify as a "show" standard tests must be ridden and the classes must be placed with awards (ribbons awarded).

In order for dressage tests to count, they must be dated and signed by the judge, including the name of the horse AND rider.

Dressage horses may compete and earn awards in two consecutive levels within a single competition year. Training through Grand Prix.

There is a $20 nomination fee payable to CSI for each level, per division for CSI HOY awards.

Life time nomination for HOY awards: $200 (Horse is permanently nominated for future years, must maintain current membership without lapse. This applies to any HOY award participation, not just this division. This is transferable to a new owner but not to a new horse.

A minimum of 5 scores per level must be submitted to qualify for HOY awards. Minimum score if 58% or higher to qualify, including at least 2 scores from the highest test at the level (excluding USDF Intro), with a total average (of all submitted scores) of 60% required to qualify.(Rule Change as of 2008)

Please submit test sheets (original or all sides photocopied) including judges signature, to the CSI office , postmarked within 15 days of the date on the dressage sheet. Tests must be current year's dressage tests (2007).

Dressage HOY will include Junior/Young Rider, Amateur & Open awards at the following divisions:

USDF Intro
Training
First Level
Second Level
Third Level
Fourth Level
FEI