Para Equestrian Rules

Para-Equestrian rules and FEI rules.

ESNZ Para-Equestrian Rules

*Rules updated as of 17th October 2024*

Thank you, all our Para community, for your communication, patience and understanding while we ensure that our rules are both robust, yet inclusive and supporting of the Para Dressage journey. The final amends after the rules committee have re looked at them following feedback are as follows:

Article 165 – 6. Maximum number of tests per day

  • 6.1 – Under FEI Rules Athletes may compete in a maximum of 2 tests per day per horse.
  • 6.2 – Horses may compete in a maximum of 2 tests per day across Para and or Able-Bodied Dressage classes.
  • 6.3 – Combinations (athlete and named horse) competing at National Dressage Championships or Horse of the Year Show are required to enter either Para or Able-Bodied competition, NOT both.

Please note, this is only PARA not Able Bodied – DNZ rules apply for Able Bodied Dressage.

ESNZ Dressage Rules

FEI Para Dressage Rules