2008 Associate Winter Dressage Series

to be conducted by

Equestrian Club, 205 Victoria Rd., Wandin North, 3139

 Telephone 03 5964 4493   Mobile 0419 397 650   Fax 03 5964 2876 Email glenbrae.ec@bigpond.com

Series Number

No 1

No 2

No 3

No 4

No 5

No 6

Final

Series Date

March 30

April 27

May 25

June 15

July 20

Aug 10

Sep 14

Preliminary

1.1, 1.2

1.1, 1.3

1.2, 1.3

1.2, 1.3

1.2, 1.4

1.3, 1.4

1.4

Novice

2.1, 2.2

2.1, 2.3

2.2, 2.3

2.2, 2.3

2.2, 2.4

2.3, 2.4

2.4

Elementary

3.1, 3.2

3.1, 3.3

3.2, 3.3

3.2, 3.3

3.2, 3.4

3.3, 3.4

3.4

Medium

4.1, 4.2

4.1, 4.3

4.2, 4.3

4.2, 4.3

4.2, 4.4

4.3, 4.4

4.4

Advanced

5.1, 5.2

5.1, 5.3

5.2, 5.3

5.2, 5.3

5.2, 5.4

5.3, 5.4

5.4

Closing date

March 20

April 17

May 15

June 5

July 10

July 30

Sep 4

All test numbers refer to the 2004 EFA series of dressage tests.

Entry fees are $26 ($21 for GEC members) for each test, including the E.F.A. development levy.  There is also a facility fee of $5 per rider. 

Cheques should be made payable to Glenbrae Equestrian Club.  Bank transfers to Bendigo Bank BSB 633108, account 127993327.

To compete in Associate Competitions at Glenbrae, riders must be members of either the EFA or the Glenbrae Equestrian Club (GEC).  

Rules for the competition are as for Associate E. F. A. Competition. 

Entries close ten days prior to the series date.   Enclose a stamped self-addressed envelope for return of the draw that will be posted to competitors on the Monday prior to the event.

Phone or faxed entries will not be accepted until payment is received.

Horses and riders should be presented so as to do credit to the sport but plaiting of horses and wearing of jackets is optional.  HRCAV uniform or equivalent is acceptable.

Prizes: Ribbons and Saddle-Up gift vouchers are presented for first to sixth place in each section.  All place getters qualify for the series final.  Final winners in each section will be presented with a Championship rug donated by Saddle-Up.  Excellent second and third prizes are also sponsored by Saddle-Up.  Rosettes for first to sixth place in final.

 

2008 Saddle-Up Associate Winter Dressage Series Entry Form (Do Not Detach)

 

Series No.

Date

Rider’s Name

Horse’s Name

Test Numbers

Fee paid

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Facility fee

$5

 

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

 

……………………………………………Post code:  …….…Telephone Number:  …..…………………

 

Amount Enclosed:     $…………….      EFA No.  .............................     GEC No:  ...............................

Mail entries to ‘Glenbrae’ 205 Victoria Road Wandin North 3139.

It is now a requirement that you sign the 'Waiver, riding agreement and exclusion of certain rights to sue' form each calendar year and the’Horse event participation declaration’ for each event.  Entries cannot be accepted if this is not done.  ASA 3838:1998 helmets must be worn at all levels at Glenbrae.

Do not enter for Final on this entry form.  Place getters will receive invitation and entry form to final.


 

 

 


WAIVER, RIDING AGREEMENT and EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN RIGHTS TO SUE

WARNING: Under the provisions of the Fair Trading Act 1999 (Vic) several conditions are implied into contracts for the supply of certain goods and services.  These conditions mean that the Centre named on this form is required to ensure that the recreational services it supplies to you are:

·          rendered with due care and skill; and

·          as fit for the purpose for which they are commonly bought as it is reasonable to expect in the circumstances; and

·          reasonably fit for any particular purpose or might reasonably be expected to achieve any result you have made known

        to the Centre.

Under section 32N of the Fair Trading Act 1999, the Centre is entitled to ask you to agree that these conditions do not apply to you.  If you sign this form, you will be agreeing that your rights to sue the Centre under the Fair Trading Act 1999 if you are killed or injured because the services were not rendered with due care and skill or they were not reasonably fit for their purpose, are excluded, restricted or modified in the way set out in this form

         NOTE:  The change to your rights, as set out in this form, does not apply if your death or injury is due to gross negligence on the Centre’s part.  "Gross negligence" is defined in the Fair Trading (Recreational Services) Regulations 2004.

 

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

1.             Horse riding involves a significant degree of physical exertion and physical risk and is undertaken for the purpose of recreation, enjoyment and leisure.

2.  I engage in horse riding entirely at my own risk and accept that horse riding is a dangerous activity with many inherent risks.

3.  I accept that I am responsible for my own actions and the actions of those people in my care and control.

4.  A reference to ‘the Centre’ in this contract includes Glenbrae Equestrian Centre, the operating company Jacques R. Pty Ltd and  the property owners B. and S. J. Hodgson and C. J. Le Bas de Plumetot, directors, officers, employees, agents, successors and assigns.

5.  The services provided by the Centre are ‘recreational services’ for the purposes of the Fair Trading Act 1999 (Vic) and Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cwth).

6.  The Centre does not make any warranty concerning the nature, habits and disposition of any horse supplied by it.

7. This riding agreement contract is for the calendar year in which it is signed but will apply beyond this time unless revoked.

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF RIDING

8.  I will waive my rights

 I will not bring any claim, demand, action or suit against the Centre in relation to personal injury or death, and also any loss, injury or damage I sustain as a direct or indirect result of horse riding organised by the Centre.  This waiver applies irrespective of any liability, fault or negligence of the Centre.

9.  I will indemnify the Centre

I will indemnify the Centre against any claim, demand, action or suit brought by third parties (including a child for whom I have responsibility) in relation to any personal injury or death, and also any loss, injury or damage which is a direct or indirect result of horse riding pursuant to this agreement.  This indemnity applies irrespective of any liability, fault or negligence of the Centre.

10.  I will ride safely

I will only ride the horse in a safe and controlled manner.

I will wear an Australian Standard Approved helmet and the correct footwear at all times.

11.  I will read and follow instructions

I will read and follow all signs on the Centre’s property and follow all the Centre’s instructions.

12. I will accept and pay for assistance

I consent to being evacuated and to the provision of first aid and medical treatment if I am injured or become ill.

I agree to pay for any such evacuation or provision of first aid or medical treatment.

13. The Centre may cancel my ride

The Centre may cancel my ride without refunding any fee if I do not comply with any of these terms and conditions.

14. I will disclose any pre-existing medical or other condition that may affect or risk other persons or myself (please circle)     Asthma,                 Diabetes,        Epilepsy  /  Fits,          Fainting  /  Dizziness,         Blackouts / Migraines,         Disability,

Heart / Blood Condition,      Allergic Reactions,             Pregnancy,                            Uneven Pupils,                    Recent Injuries,              Medications,                                 Other…………………………………………………………………………….…………………………

        AGREEMENTS:  By signing this agreement I understand that I and my dependants waive our rights to sue.

        The rider’s agreement

                I have read, understood and agree to the acknowledgements, terms and conditions.

 

                Full Name:……………………………………………………………………….……Age (Under 18):…..………………………

Address:………………………………………….……………………………………Riding Experience:………………………

Signature: …………………………………………………………………………….Date:…………..…………...……………...

Ph:………………………………Mobile:…………….………………..Emergency Contact:…………………………………….

The parent or guardian’s agreement

I am the rider’s parent or guardian and I have read and understood the acknowledgements, terms and conditions. 

I agree to them.  I agree for the rider to be bound by them. 

 

Full Name:………………………………………………………………Signature:………………………………………………

Horse event participation declaration (NO FORM, NO ENTRY)

Separate form for each horse please.  This form must be given to the gate marshall in the warm up arena on arrival at the event.

 

Event:   …………………………………………………………………………………………..

Event date: ………………………………

Name of person in charge of horse: .............................................................................

Contact phone: ...............................................

Address: ........................................................................................................................................      Postcode:................

Name of horse

Identification (colour/markings/brand)

 

 

Address of property from which the horse moved to the event:

........................................................................................................................................................................................... Address of property to which the horse will move after the event: (If different from above.)

...........................................................................................................................................................................................

Health of Horse(s)

I, ........................................................................... declare that the horse named above

0          has been in good health and eating normally

0          has not shown signs of respiratory disease (no nasal discharge, cogh or sneeze)

0          has not had a high temperature (over 390C) during the last 3 days leading up to this event and had a temperature below 38.50C immediately prior to departure (note temperature here   …. 0C.   (tick all boxes above))

I give my authorisation for the designated Event Horse Health Official to call for veterinary inspection of the horse/(s) named above and in my care should they be showing signs of a respiratory illness at any time during the course of the event. I agree to pay any veterinary fees incurred as a result of this veterinary examination.

Horse Event Declaration Waiver

 

I understand that due to diseases such as equine influenza, the Victorian Department of Primary Industries, or other State or Commonwealth government body, may restrict or prevent the movement of horses, vehicles and personnel for a period of time (“Standstill”). I acknowledge and agree that a Standstill is a risk of attending a competition at Glenbrae Equestrian Centre.

I acknowledge and agree that I will pay any costs or expenses incurred by any person or

organisation for or on behalf of my horse or as a result of a Standstill.  In consideration of the EFAV and the Event Committee accepting my application to participate in the Event, I, to the extent permitted by law:

(a) release and will release EFAV, Glenbrae Equestrian Centre and the Event Committee from all Claims that I may have or may have had but for this release arising from or in connection with a Standstill and/or my participation in the Event; and

(b) indemnify and will keep indemnified EFAV, Glenbrae Equestrian Centre and the Event Committee in respect of any Claim by any person arising as a result of or in connection with a Standstill and/or my participation in the Event.

In this registration form, references to:

"Claim" means and includes any action, suit, proceeding, claim, demand, damage, cost or expense however arising.

“EFAV” means Equestrian Federation of Australia (Vic) Branch Inc and includes its directors, officers,

servants or agents.

“Event Committee” means the organiser of the event, whether an individual, unincorporated group, association or company, and, where the context permits, includes their directors, officers, members, servants or agents.

“Glenbrae Equestrian Centre” means the collection of entities associated with the centre including but not limited to the operating company Jacques R. Pty Ltd, the owners of the property B. and S. J. Hodgson and C. J. Le Bas de Plumetot.

 

Signature____________________________________________                 Date____________________

 

An outline of Glenbrae’s procedures in the unlikely event of lock down or quarantine can be found on their websit, www.glenbrae.net

 

Please list names of people attending with the above horses.