PCAWA DRESSAGE FUNDRAISER

Run on behalf of the PCAWA Dressage Committee at

Swan Valley Pony Club Grounds

State Equestrian Centre, Brigadoon

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 18th

ENTRIES CLOSE 9PM, FRIDAY 10TH FEBRUARY, 2012

Please enter online at

Part of the 2012 PCAWA Dressage Series

All Enquiries to Jacqui 92961500 BH, 0417124352 AH or

Pony Club & Open Classes. No Dogs Allowed on Grounds.

The PCAWA is running this event to raise funds towards the running of State Dressage Championships to be held on August 11th & 12th, 2012 at the SEC. Tests for the day range from Prep to Medium and are open to PC and Non-PC riders. This event is part of the 2012 Europa Dressage Series and is also an Interschool Qualifier. Each grade will be divided into age groups as per the Series guidelines and we are also running Open Unofficial classes for Non-PC riders.

We have tried to keep costs affordable for both PC and Open riders and as such we would appreciate any extra donations such as Class Sponsorship of cash or prizes or perhaps a donation to the Val Polich Bursary which is being set up in memory of the wonderfully supportive and popular Val Polich,to offer annual sponsorship of specialised coaching scholarship to a talented PC member who might not otherwise have the opportunity to partake of such tuition.

Full catering will be provided on the day by the members of Swan Valley Horse & Pony Club.

PROGRAM:

LEVELCLASSES

PREP 1Open10yrs & Under,

PRELIM 1AOpen10yrs & Under,11-13yrs,14-16yrs,17yrs – 25yrs,

NOVICE 2AOpen13 Yrs & Under,14-16yrs,17yrs – 25yrs,

ELEM3AOpen15yrs & Under16yrs – 25yrs

MEDIUM 4AOpenPony Club

COSTS: $30 for first test including all levies $20 for second or third test.

Helper Fee $15(this fee is compulsory for those who do not wish to do a helper duty)

Insurance Options for Open Riders:$100 PCAWA Open Competition Annual (12 Month) Insurance

$40 PCAWA Non Member Annual Insurance

$10 Day Insurance for Non-PC Members

Please see notes in Conditions of Entry for detailed explanation of the Insurance Options to choose the best option for you.

ENTRIES CLOSE 9PM, FRIDAY 10TH FEBRUARY, 2012

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY:

1.Please complete an Online Entry at If you are unable to complete an online entry please send your Entry Form with payment to: PCAWA Dressage Day, 303 Cathedral Ave, Brigadoon, 6069 or by email to . Entry forms must be correctly completed and full payment must be received by the closing date. Any mistakes or incomplete information will result in the entry not being accepted and returned for correction. If you have any queries please contact Jacqui Moon on 92961500 or 0417 124352.

2.Closing Date for Entries:All entries must be received by 9pm, Friday 10th February.

3.Please be aware that we intend to start some sections at approximately 8:00 am to avoid the hottest part of the day.

4.INSURANCE:PCAWA Day Membership Insurance is mandatory for any individual who is not a current financial Riding Member of the PCAWA, regardless of other affiliations and insurances held.

PCAWA Day Membership is available in 3 Categories;

PCAWA Open Competition Insurance

This option provides Public Liability and Personal Accident coverage and is available for an annual fee of $100. This covers the insured for Personal Accident and Public Liability whilst at and travelling to and from any Open PCAWA event or training clinic state wide throughout the calendar year. Application forms can be downloaded from the PCAWA website or via email to . A PCAWA insurance card will be issued and the card number must be completed on all entries. This card must also be produced upon request by any PCAWA Event Organising Committee. Please note that this option is only available to riders over the age of 25 and riders may ride more than one horse under this insurance.

PCAWA Non Member Annual Insurance

Public Liability Insurance coverage is available for an annual fee of $40. This covers the insured for Public Liability whilst at any Open PCAWA event or training clinic state wide throughout the calendar year. Application forms can be downloaded from the PCAWA website or via email to . A PCAWA insurance card will be issued and the card number must be completed on all entries. This card must also be produced upon request by any PCAWA Event Organising Committee. Please note that this option is only available to riders over the age of 25 and riders may ride more than one horse under this insurance.

PCAWA Non Member Day Insurance

Public Liability Coverage is the most basic of the insurance cover offered. It is payable at $10 per rider per event and covers the insured for Public Liability whilst at the event or training clinic. Please note that riders may ride more than one horse under this insurance.

PLEASE NOTE: It is a condition of entry that all competitors who are not current financial riding members of the PCAWA MUST complete and sign a Disclaimer form. The Organising Committee reserves the right to refuse to allow any competitor to compete until this disclaimer has been completed. Should a competitor not complete this disclaimer there will be no refund of any fees paid.

5.A maximum of 3 dressage tests at 2 consecutive levels may be ridden per horse/pony per day

6.The event will be held in accordance with the current Pony Club Australia rules which are available from the PCAWA website. It is your responsibility to be aware of and comply with the rules. The Organising Committee reserves the right to alter and amend the program as they see fit.

7.If you are using this Event as a Qualifier for the 2012 Interschools, please bring your Interschool Card to the Clubhouse as soon as you arrive on the grounds. We will keep the cards with the Scorer and have them signed by the relevant Judge(s). Our Judges are accredited and are eligible to sign off for Interschool quallifications.

8.Eligibilityto represent a Pony Club in agegroup classes: To be eligible to represent a pony club, the rider must be a financial member of an Affiliated PCAWA Club.The rider must compete in their formal pony club uniform.The Pony Club Membership Card and proof of date of birth must be available to be sighted on the day of competition.

9.Eligibility for Open Classes: To be eligible to compete in the Open Section, riders may beopen ageor any age Pony Club Member. They must be a financial member ofan Affiliated PCAWA Club, or pay for PCAWA Insurance of either Day, Annual or Open Competition Insurance.The rider may compete in either hacking attire or neat casual attire.

10.PaymentDetails:Cheques and Money Orders to be made payable to PCAWA (inc).Direct transfers to be made to: PCAWA (inc) - BSB: 633 000 A/C NO. 136184108, please include your full name as reference with the payment.An email should then be sent to the Event Organiser at dvising the payment reference number, your full name, amount paid, date paid and the classes entered.

11.Helpers must report to the Information desk to sign in for their duty. It is the rider’s responsibility to check the list of helper duties which will be available with the draw.

12.Draw: The draw will be emailed to all competitors on Wednesday 15th February2012.Amendments to the draw may be made nolater than 48 hours before the start of the event.Organisers will attempt to contact competitors if a change affects them but final responsibility is on the competitor to check the draw on the day of competition.Whilst every attempt will be made to adhere to the start times in the draw, it is the rider’s responsibility to be aware via the Marshall/ Gear Checker if an arena is running ahead of schedule.

13.The Dressage competitions at this Event are part of the 2012 PCAWA Europa Dressage Series. Horses and Ponies are only able to compete in a maximum of 3 tests at 2 consecutive levels per day.

14.It is recommended that competitors report to the Marshall/Gear Checker for inspection at least 20 minutes prior to competing.Riders who do not complete a gear check will incur elimination. Gear check is per PCAWA guidelines.

15.Catering: Food and refreshments will be available for purchase at the Swan Valley H & PC Canteen.

16.All helmets must satisfy the Australian Safety Standards and must have the numbers –3838; or EN 1384 or ASTN F1163 and must be worn at all times whilst mounted and lungeing.

17.Yards are available on a first come first served basis.Horses are permitted to be tied to floats, providing it is safe to do so and the float is attached to a vehicle where the handbrakeison.Please ensure horses are provided with adequate room, shade and water.

18.Refunds and Scratchings: Entry fees will not be refunded after the closing date of entries unless a medical or veterinary certificate is produced within 5 days of the completion of the event.In such cases 50% of the entry fees will be retained by the Organising Committee.Entry fees will be refunded in full for withdrawals before the closing date, and, for riders on the reserve list who are not offered a start in the competition.

19.Disclaimer of Liability:Neither the Organising Committee, nor the Pony Club Association of WA Inc, accepts any liability for any accident, loss, damage, injury or illness to horses, owners, grooms, spectators or any other person or property whatsoever. ALL riders MUST have signed a disclaimer form prior to participation.This is a condition of insurance.

20.Riders may be changed before the start of competition (class); however, a rider of a horse may not be changed if anotherrider has ridden the horse on the day, either in warm-up or in competition.If a rider or horse is changed the Organising Committee must be advised.The draw position cannot be changed without the permission of the Organising Committee.

21.Swabbing: Random swabbing maytake place and will be in accordance with EA Veterinary Regulations.

22.Presentations will take place unmounted during the event.Placegetters not in attendance at the Presentation may, at the discretion of the Organising Committee, forfeit any entitlement to prizes/prize money.Competitors should acknowledge the generosity of our sponsors either in person or in writing.

23.Dogs must be on a leash at all times.If complaints are made regarding an unruly dog, the Organising Committee may require it to be removed from the event.

24.ProtestsandAppeals: These must be in writing and accompanied by a fee of $100 and taken to the Ground Jury.

25.Lungeing:There is no lungeing in the warm up arena.If you wish to lunge your horse you must do so away from the mainarena so as not to interfere with other competitors. Riding rules for warm up areas as documented in the EWA Handbook andreproduced later in this entry pack should be adhered to. Correct protocol in the warm up arena is expected.

26.Officials and Volunteers: These people are essential in the running of our competitions and events.Please treat them with respect.Poor sportsmanship, verbal or physical bullying behaviour will not be tolerated.This may be reported to the relevant authority and disciplinary action will be taken where appropriate.

27.Duty of care: It is your responsibility to promptly report unsafe and or hazardous situations to the Organising Committee.

28.Warm up Arena Etiquette: As there are many horses warming up in a restricted area it is important that all riders have knowledge of the etiquette required in group riding. This ensures safe riding and achieves harmony in busy areas.

  • safety is paramount and a collision should be avoided at all times
  • before entering the warm-up area make sure the gateway and immediate track are clear
  • riders should pass left shoulder to left shoulder when on the track
  • when not on the outside track, e.g. on a diagonal line, riders should give way to horses on their left
  • the more progressive gait has priority on the track
  • halt should not be on the track
  • walk should not be on the track and does not have right of way
  • trot has priority over walk
  • canter has priority over trot
  • lateral work has priority over allpaces
  • when circling, anticipate your return to the track so as to not stop the flow of other riders
  • mounting, dismounting and gear adjustment should be done off the track
  • consideration should be given to behaviour of other horses in the arena that may upset your horse
  • it may be necessary if your horse is upsetting others to leave the area
  • if a horse is upsetting the majority, an Official should be sought with a view to requesting that horse’s removal for safety’s sake
  • horses are to be lunged in the designated lungeing arena and the handler must wear an approved safety helmet.
  • lower level riders should not disturb the warm up of higher level riders.

PONY CLUB ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA INC (PCAWA)

PCAWA DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

CLUB NAME: PONY CLUB ASSOCIATION OF WA (INC)

CLUB ADDRESS: 303 CATHEDRAL AVE, BRIGADOON. WA. 6069

I acknowledge and agree as a condition of participating in any PC or PCAWA event that neither the Club/Coach, participants, PCAWA or any subdivision thereof, officials, volunteers, medical personnel, any persons, promoters, sponsors, advertisers, owners and lessees of premises used to conduct the EVENTS, shall be under any liability for my death or any bodily injury, loss or damage which may be sustained or incurred by me, as a result of participation in or being present at the event, except in regard to any rights I may have arising under the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth) (or similar State legislation).

I acknowledge that equestrian activities are dangerous and that accidents causing death, bodily injury, disability and property damage, can, and do happen.

BY SIGNING HEREUNDER I CONFIRM HAVING READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE CONTENTS OF THIS DISCLAIMER. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THIS DISCLAIMER IS VALID FOR ALL AUTHORISED PCAWA (Inc)THAT I ATTEND WITHIN THE TWELVE MONTH PERIOD INCLUSIVE OF AND FOLLOWING THE DATE I HAVE SIGNED THIS FORM.

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PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT FOR UNDER 18 YEAR OLD PARTICIPANTS

I, ………………………………………………….. being the parent/guardian of the abovenamed, …………………….…………..……….., confirm that I have read the whole of this document and have taken all necessary actions to ensure I am aware of the activity which the abovenamed, will be asked to participate in and consent to him/her participating. In doing so, I acknowledge that equestrian activities are dangerous and that accidents causing death, bodily injury, disability and property damage can and do happen. I agree that neither the club/coach, participants, PCAWA or any subdivision thereof, officials, volunteers, medical personnel, any persons, promoters, sponsors, advertisers, owners and lessees of premises used to conduct the EVENT(S) shall be under any liability whatsoever for the death or any bodily injury, loss or damage which may be suffered or incurred by the abovenamed or by me in or being present at any PC or PCAWA EVENTS except for any rights the abovenamed or I may have arising under the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth) (or similar State legislation).

BY SIGNING HEREUNDER I CONFIRM HAVING READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE CONTENTS OF THIS DISCLAIMER. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THIS DISCLAIMER IS VALID FOR ALL AUTHORISED CLUB, ZONE AND STATE PCAWA EVENTS THAT I AND MY DEPENDANT ABOVE NAMED ATTEND WITHIN THE TWELVE MONTH PERIOD INCLUSIVE OF AND FOLLOWING THE DATE I HAVE SIGNED THIS FORM.

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PCAWA DRESSAGE FUNDRAISER ENTRY FORM

Please go online to fill out one form per horse / TICK / FEE
PREP1
Class 1 / 10 Yrs & Under
Class 2 / Open – (rider any age)
PRELIMINARY 1 A
Class 3. / 10 Yrs & Under
Class 4. / 11 – 13 Yrs
Class 5. / 14-16 Yrs
Class 6. / 17 Yrs & Over
Class 7 / Open – (rider any age)
NOVICE 2 A
Class 8. / 13 Yrs & Under
Class 9. / 14-16 Yrs
Class 10. / 17 Yrs & Over
Class 11. / Open – (rider any age)
ELEMENTARY 3 A
Class 12. / 15 Yrs & Under
Class 13 / 16 Yrs & Over
Class 14. / Open – (rider any age)
MEDIUM 4 A
Class 15 / Pony Club – Open Age
Class 16 / Open – (rider any age)
HELPER FEE– Compulsory if you do not wish to complete a Helper Duty. / $15
INSURANCE OPTIONS: Non-Members Insurance Day Fee
(for Open riders). *must pay if not a member of PCAWA / $10
PCAWA Non Member Annual Insurance Fee
(Public Liability only at PC events) / $40
PCAWA Open Annual Competition Insurance
(Public Liability & Personal Accident cover at all PC events) / $100
VAL POLICH BURSARY – Donation
SPONSORSHIP- $50 in cash or prizes per class, includes naming rights, advertising on PCAWA Web Blast, on the PCAWA Website and at the Event. / $50
Please pay by Cash or Money Order or make Cheques payable to “PCAWA INC”, 303 Cathedral Ave, Brigadoon. 6069
Direct deposit details: PCAWA (Inc) BSB: 633 000 A/C NO. 136184108 / TOTAL $

Name of Rider:……………………………...... ……...…………………………………………..

Age as at Jan 1st 2012 and DOB.(if under 18 years):…………………….……………………………………………………………………………………………………

Name of Horse: …………...... ………………………………………………………………………….

Pony Club: ………………………...... PCAWA # ……………………………………

Address: ……………………………………………..……………………......

Telephone #: Home: ………………………………..……….……… Mobile: …………………...... ……………..…………

Email: ………...... …….Preferred Helper Duty …………………………………………..…………

Helper Name ………………………………………………. Contact No ……………………………………………………….