Western riding badge

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The western riding badge (short: WRA) is a badge of achievement of the German Equestrian Association (FN) in cooperation with the First Western Equestrian Union Germany eV (EWU) . As with all performance badges of the FN, the basic horse passport is a requirement for the WRA .

Acquisition

The western riding badge is divided into four classes:

  • Small western riding badge (class IV)
  • Western riding badge bronze (class III)
  • Western riding badge silver (class II)
  • Western riding badge gold (class I)

It can be awarded to the rider by taking a theoretical (oral and written) and practical examination, or it can be awarded through outstanding performance and positive representation of western equestrian sport.

Such an examination is held by a team of judges consisting of an EMU and an FN judge.

Classes VI to II are acquired by taking an examination. The class II badge can also be awarded for special sporting achievements. The class I badge is only awarded on the basis of outstanding sporting achievements, positive representation and role model function of western equestrian sport.

Small western riding badge (class IV)

The Class IV Western Riding Badge closes the gap between Western Riding Horseshoe and WRA III (bronze). In theory, the subject areas of equine science (feeding, husbandry, care and health / diseases), as well as equipment for western riders and the basics of western riding teaching are taught. In the practical part, a pattern (prescribed task) must be completed in Western Horsemanship and Trail , as well as riding in the group (department). In all riding sub-tests, the rider's influence and position are assessed.

Bronze (class III)

The WRA III (bronze) offers entry into tournament sport, as it enables direct entry or promotion to performance class 3. It is also a prerequisite for training as a trainer for Western riding. Theoretical subject areas are equine studies (feeding, keeping, care and health / diseases), equipping the western rider, basics of western riding, cross-country and tournament riding as well as animal welfare and first aid. In the practical area, a pattern (prescribed task) is carried out in the Western Horsemanship , Trail and a cross-country ride. Here, too, the impact and seat of the rider, as well as the control over the horse, are significantly assessed. A first aid certificate must be presented to participate in a WRA III (bronze) course. Since 2010, the WRA III (bronze) can only be completed immediately in exceptional cases without having the WRA IV; normally the WRA IV is a prerequisite for the WRA III.

Silver (class II)

WRA III (bronze) is a prerequisite for participation in WRA II (silver). The WRA II (silver) can not only be achieved by taking an examination, but can also be awarded for special athletic achievements. It is also a prerequisite for training as a trainer A Western. In theory, deeper knowledge about horses, horse keeping and accessories, the EMU rule book, the relevant provisions of the Animal Welfare Act and riding behavior in the field, forest and on the streets are imparted. In practice, a pattern (prescribed task) must be completed in Western Horsemanship , Trail and Superhorse (the latter with a score of at least 70).

Gold (class I)

The WRA I (Gold) cannot be achieved by taking an examination, but is awarded exclusively by the EWU Board of Directors for special, sporting achievements. Points that the rider collects at A and B tournaments of the EMU and at German and European championships are decisive here. The rider must be a role model in all areas of western riding and represent it positively. Furthermore, the behavior between the rider and the horse is crucial.

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