Dressage System Matrix

STAGES	FUNdamentals (Beginner)		Training to Train (Training – Third – FEI JR/P)		Training to Compete (Third – FEI - YR)			High Performance (FEI)
TRAINING (integrated technical, tactical, physical & mental components)	Club/Stable programs		Club/Stable programs Provincial programs Jr./Pony FEI		Club programs Provincial Programs/Camps National Programs Young Riders			National Programs Team Programs Training Camps Tours
FACILITIES	Clubs/Stables		Clubs/Stables Provincial Training Centres		Clubs/Stables Provincial Training Centres			Clubs/Stables Provincial Training Centres National Training Centres
COACHING	Club/Stable coaches Level I		Club/Stable coaches Level II Provincial Clinicians		Level III National Clinicians			Level III/IV European Clinicians
COMPETITION	Permit shows Provincial Circuit		Permit shows Provincial Circuit National Circuit		National Circuit Continental Circuit			National Circuit Continental Circuit European Circuit(s) CDI/CDIO
TALENT ID	Recruit and train all where possible Club/Stable & Provincial programs		Provincial & National Results Local Talent Squad		National and Championships Results Youth Talent Squad			National Results National Talent Squad CDI Results World Ranking
TEAMS	Club/Stable Teams		Club/Stable Teams FEI Junior Teams		National Teams FEI Young Rider Teams Can-Am Teams			Pan-Am Teams National Teams International Teams (OLY/WEG)
DRESSAGE CANADA	DOMESTIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
						HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAMS
UNCART	SCHOOLING & DISCOVERY	BRONZE		SILVER			GOLD		PLATINUM

Rider Training Matrix

STAGES	FUNdamentals (Beginner)	Training to Train (Training – Third – FEI JR/P)	Training to Compete (Third – FEI - YR)	High Performance (FEI)
OBJECTIVES
TECHNICAL Balance Suppleness Contact Aids Reactions Corrections	1) Basic horse care 2) Correct position 3) Mounting/dismounting 4) Riding in a group 5) Riding alone 6) Turning 7) Basic exercises 8) Basic recovery skills 9) Consistency & control 10) Basic aids	1) Advanced horse care 2) Improve basic skills at higher levels 3) Maintain technique when fatigued 4) Improve & refine recovery skills 5) Increase basic aids to medium level 6) React and correct simple evasions 7) Develop connection through correct contact	1) Understand the special needs of HP equine athletes; manage all routine horse care 2) Improve basic skills and develop aids for higher levels 3) Refine all aids and maintain effectiveness 4) Develop capability to ride effectively with more impulsion and collection 5) React and correct to improve performance	1) Manage all aspects of horse care for HP equine athletes 2) Refine all aids and skills 3) React and correct to train and improve performance 4) Consistently ride with balance and suppleness in harmony with the horse 5) Develop abilities to train and improve performance
TACTICAL Competition rules Performance management Strategies for Winning Ring craft	1) Understand basic format, rules and show procedure 2) Ride within limits 3) Have fun 4) Go at own pace 5) Complete the test	1) Know pertinent rules for the level 2) Understanding the warm-up 3) Fitness, soundness 4) Ride within limits 5) Basic ring craft 6) read and understand test results and comments	1) FEI Rules 2) Training schedules 3) Warm-up tactics 4) Game Plans 5) Riding for score 6) Freestyle design  7) Analyze judging	1) Know all rules for national and international competition 2) Performance objectives - setting, meeting 3) Maximize strengths 4) Minimize weaknesses 5) Advanced ring craft 6) Optimal riding for teams
PHYSICAL Balance Flexibility Strength Fitness	1) Enjoy other sports which improve co-ordination 2) Mounted games to improve balance 3) Maintain cardio-vascular fitness through aerobic exercise 4) Basic stretching for warm up	1) Refine and maintain balance through practice 2) Maintain fitness through aerobic exercise 3) Basic stretching for warm up 4) Develop strength through weight training and additional riding	1) Refine and maintain balance and flexibility through stretching for optimum health and performance 2) Improve fitness levels through aerobic exercise 3) Improve strength with weight training and through additional riding 4) Monitor and improve diet	1) Maintain physical condition through a tailored program 2) Sustain nutritionally correct diet
MENTAL Commitment Intelligence Competitive Spirit Self-Confidence Emotional Stability Leadership	1) Learner becomes involved, captivated 2) Learning process begins 3) Learning and fun 4) Self-concept and positive re-inforcement 5) Positive emotional involvement 6) Partner work 7) Fair play 8) Appreciation	1) Learner comes to terms with the need for self-discipline 2) Consistently absorbs and applies coaching 3) Adapting to formal competitive realities 4) Proper training and preparation, positive self-talk, breathing and visualization techniques for self-confidence 5) Dealing with demanding situations 6) Independent and responsible attitude	1) Learner begins to feel dedicated 2) Understands and implements winning strategies 3) Learning and performing well, and winning 4) Stable and balanced self-concept 5) Ability to accept criticism 6) Courage and risk taking 7) Effectiveness in demanding and stressful situation 8) Leadership based on personal initiative	1) Motivation & dedication required to reach one's full potential over a period of several years 2) Independent thinker with analytical and problem solving ability 3) Positive and strong competitive attitude 4) Strong, stable and balanced self-concept 5) Confidence in abilities 6) Calculated risk taking 7) Team contributions 8) Maintain balance, perspective under pressure 9) Strong role model, leader and contributor

Horse Training Matrix

STAGES	FUNdamentals (Beginner)	Training to Train (Training – Third – FEI JR/P)	Training to Compete (Third – FEI - YR)	High Performance (FEI)
OBJECTIVES
TECHNICAL	1) Rhythm 2) Suppleness 3) Contact 4) Freely forward 5) Relaxed 6) Basic level movements	1) Rhythm 2) Suppleness 3) Contact 4) Impulsion 5) Forward into straightness and collection 6) Self carriage 7) Medium level movements	1) Rhythm 2) Suppleness 3) Contact 4) Impulsion 5) Straightness 6) Collection 7) Self carriage 8) Advanced level movements 9) Exercises for strengthening and developing the power	1) Rhythm 2) Suppleness 3) Contact 4) Impulsion 5) Straightness 6) Collection 7) Self carriage 8) Advanced level movements 9) Exercises for strengthening and developing the power 10) Intensity exercises
PHYSICAL	1) Three clear gaits 2) Sound and level 3) Calm and accepting of basic aids	1) Energy and elasticity in gaits 2) Fitness and health 3) Correct shoeing and veterinary support 4) Tailored diet 5) Training plan 6) Rest and relaxation	1) Strength and power 2) Balance through self carriage 3) Injury prevention 4) Travel management	1) Flexibility focus 2) Health maintenance 3) Mental support 4) Injury prevention 5) Travel management 6) Training schedule for peaks