coach test IDA
Coaches must pass this test with an 80% or higher.  A copy of results must be sent to their regional representative.
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Most regions finalize their calendars for the coming semester at the end of the semester prior, however the  the last date to finalize for Fall is September 1 and for Spring is January 15.  In the event that a show is added AFTER these date, it must be submitted to the Regional Representative and agreed upon with the regions member schools for approval a minimum of _______ weeks prior to the show.
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Emergency Preparedness Plan: Each show manager is responsible for preparing an emergency preparedness plan.  This form can be found on the IDA website and must be included in the prize list and submitted to both the regional representative and IDA National Secretary ________ weeks prior to each competition.
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Rules Stewards shall consist of __________ coaches from visiting colleges whose names are drawn at the coaches meeting.  The Rules Stewards are responsible for overseeing the event and settling all problems that may arise concerning the rules.
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Who is responsible for submitting the steward's report and any incident report to the regional representative at the end of the show?
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Schools and riders must be PAID members of IDA at least ___________ prior to the show- NO EXCEPTIONS
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Host schools must use the template for the show program provided on the IDA website.
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A rider's 10 minute warm up begins AFTER the rider has mounted and had time to adjust their stirrups.
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If a rider is not present at posted warm-up time, their warm-up time will begin without them.
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Coaches may verbally assist their rider during the warm-up period AND while the rider circles the competition ring prior to the audible signal to enter the arena.  Coaching must stop once the audible signal is given by the judge.
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The coach may not touch the horse in any manner to aid the rider in the warm-up. (i.e. : flexion of the poll through rein contact by the coach etc.)
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Warm up may include movements up to and including the USEF ________________ if appropriate and beneficial to the horse and the division in which the horse will be shown.  Show management guidelines for each horse should be followed.
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From the moment the warm-up time ends until the rider enters the area around the competition arena before entering at A, the rider may only ride at the....
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A re-test must occur if: A competition horse is ruled unfit by the Judge due to unsoundness or obvious unsuitability.
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Requests for re-rides must be made by a coach to a steward within ________ minutes from their rider exiting the arena.
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Coaches may NOT view tests until the end of the day when the competition is over.
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At regional shows the last class of the day does not need to be posted as this adds excitement to the awards ceremony.
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At regional shows, rider tests must be made available to the coach or designated team representative to ensure that no errors in scoring have been made prior to the awards ceremony.
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If a mathematical error on a score sheet is discovered, it must be brought to the attention of the show management within _________ of the official posting of the scores from the last class of that show day.
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A judge is free to leave after the last ride of the day.
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Total final results must be published in marks/test points as well as percentage.  Percentage must be to _________ after the decimal point.
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DSE classes must have a minimum of ___________ riders in each class for the points to count.
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A rider may not move back to a lower division once they have shown at a higher division without a written request and approval form the Chair of the Rules and Rider Classification Committee.
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A rider may compete regionally and at the National Competition in both DSE and Test rides (either individually or as part of the team) 
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Riders on a team at Nationals must have shown a minimum of _________ times in qualifying classes to be eligible.
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To be eligible to compete at Nationals in either DSE or as an individual test rider the riders must have competed a minimum of _______________ times in qualifying regional classes.
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If inclement weather is forecasted for the show day the host college will consult with the regional representative and competing member school in the region regarding travel. ________% of the competing schools must be able to safely travel to and from the hosting location for the show to be held.  Cancellations must be ___________ hours prior to the show
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Regional representatives are responsible for maintaining regional points and must use the standard point sheet without alteration that is provided on the website.  The point sheet must be sent out to the region for review within _______ days after the competition.  Coaches have _______ days to review the points after which the points stand as posted.  At the last show of the season distribution and dispute times are shorter.
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Regional Representatives must collect the official results, stewards report, and any incident report before leaving the show.  All information collected must be sent to the National Secretary within _________ days of the competition.
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Except for First Level riders point out of a division when they reach ____________ points.
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An Introductory level rider....( check all that apply)
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Rider's moving up a level during the regular season must compete at Nationals if qualified at the level they________
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Introductory Level riders may not have jumped _____________ in any schooling competition.  A competition is designated as one that requires entry fees or like, places riders and gives out ribbons or awards.
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This level is open to riders that have not competed in 3 or more first level dressage tests or higher than First Level in any recognized or schooling competition and have a USEF record.
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If a rider competes in IHSA in Open Level they are classified for IDA as 
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A rider that has competed at USEA recognized competitions at modified Level or higher is classified in IDA as
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Qualified medical personnel must be designated at each show and should remain at the venue in sight of where horses are being ridden at all times that any and all riders are mounted. They may not have any other jobs and may not leave before the last rider dismounts.   
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