British Dressage Introductory Tests (2022) complete set with colour diagrams: Supplied by Dressage Diagrams. By agreement with British Dressage

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There are also five marks given at the end of each test called the Collective Marks: Gaits, Submission, Impulsion, Rider’s Seat and Position, and Rider's Correct and Effective Use of Aids. Every test has an associated score sheet created with a series of boxes, where the judge assigns a score and often a comment for the movement performed. Key information such as the new requirements, average ride time, and maximum points are provided for each test. The following tests have been updated for the 2023competition season. Tests include the version date to ensure you are in possession of the latest update.

The WDAA 2017 tests were retired March 1, 2022. Only WDAA 2022 tests can be used in western dressage classes. FEI has made minor changes in their 2022 Eventing tests in CCI 1* M3,9, 5*A M12,14,19, 5*B M16 for clarification that do not affect the diagrams. The 2022 USEF Intermediate C Dressage Test, which is written for use in a 20x40 arena, may only be used for Eventing Competitions that demonstrate a topographical or logistical hardship which renders the venue unable to assemble a 20x60 arena in the designated competition area.Search for videos online of people riding your test and watch the pattern (don't judge the riding :-) ). Level 2 Freestyle: 1/7/2022 Movement 10 has had the verbiage "through the jog" removed. And now states only "Simple change of lead".

If you have a relatively flat outdoor space you would like to use for a dressage arena, here is a Facebook post I did about how I set up an arena in one of our fields. Tests remain in effect for at least 4 years from the “Title Year” printed on each Test. These tests can be used for training or showing purposes. Western Dressage Rules and Tests are based in Dressage fundamentals and showcase applications for the Working Western Horse. Our Western Dressage Tests are designed with progressive elements to showcase the developing skill of horse and rider.

What can you expect from these new tests? One change is the addition of a Test C at the Modified through Intermediate level, allowing competitions the opportunity to utilize three different tests throughout the competition season. Be your own horse! Find an open space such as your barn aisle, a conference room, an empty tennis court, or a patch of sand on the beach. Mark out a mini dressage arena with a 1:3 dimension ratio. Walk, trot and canter your test in your mini arena. Ignore the looks you get from the people around you! Get instant access to diagrams of tests from US Dressage Federation, The Pony Club, British Eventing, British Riding Clubs and British Dressage. Dressage test designers and kur competitors can also create and print their own dressage tests. Dressage arena diagrams (for large and small arenas) show each complete test movement with its test text and directive from the Judges POV.