What does IEA stand for horses?
Interscholastic Equestrian Association
Evenstride participates in the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA), a national organization created to introduce students in private and public middle and secondary schools to equestrian sports.
How much does IEA cost?
IEA Membership rates are very affordable and are the same for all disciplines – Hunt Seat, Western and Dressage. Fees are $60 per individual member for the season. Teams are $150. Enrollment for the 2020-2021 season will open June 2020 with competitions beginning September 1, 2020.
What is an IEA team in horseback riding?
Interscholastic Equestrian Association – IEA A non-profit organization offers its members the opportunity to participate in team and individual equestrian competition in the disciplines of hunt seat, western horsemanship, reining, and dressage, all without the requirement of horse ownership.
How old do you have to be to do IEA?
Coach: An IEA Coach must be 21 years old and have proof of liability insurance ($500,000), or must purchase the appropriate IEA liability insurance through Equisure ($150/year covers participation in IEA events and practices). submit a membership packet to the IEA.
How do you qualify for IEA regionals?
Region Finals “Regionals” If a rider accumulates 15 or more points in a season they qualify to compete in Regionals. If a team accumulates 20 or more points in a season, the team qualifies to compete in Regionals.
How high does IEA jump?
‘-3’6”
jumping 3’-3’6” on their usual mounts at home. Riders may have shown in any Section 1 or Section 2 competition (Rule 3101) recognized or unrecognized, at 3’3” or above. Coaches should be confident these riders could safely perform over a 2’6” Hunter or equitation course on an unfamiliar horse.
How do you qualify for IEA zones?
In Zone 1 during the 2018-2019 season, a rider needs 18 points to qualify for regional finals. If they get these required points, they are able to advance to regionals. But if a rider receives 21 points or more, the rider points out and is required to move up to the next level for the following year.
What can I expect at an IEA show?
IEA shows offer classes from beginner walk-trot-canter all the way up to open 2’6” fences and reining, so you’ll be competing against other riders at a similar riding level as you throughout the regular season for a chance to qualify for the post season. You might even make it all the way to the National Finals.
How many points does an IEA team need to qualify for regionals?
15
Region Finals “Regionals” If a rider accumulates 15 or more points in a season they qualify to compete in Regionals. If a team accumulates 20 or more points in a season, the team qualifies to compete in Regionals.
How many points is 5Th place in IEA?
2 pts
4Th = 3 pts. 5Th = 2 pts. 6Th = 1 pt. Riders need to earn 15 points, teams 20 points to advance to Regionals.
How many points do you need to qualify for IEA zones?
How many points do you need to go to IEA Nationals?
Riders need to earn 15 points, teams 20 points to advance to Regionals. From there the top 2 riders and teams go on to Zones. From Zones, the top 3-4 riders/teams go to Nationals. The minimum number of shows a rider can go to in order to qualify is 3, assuming they place well.
Who are the members of the Interscholastic Equestrian Association?
Interscholastic Equestrian Association – IEA Co-founded in 2002 in Ohio by Roxane Durant, Myron Leff, Wayne Ackerer and Tim Boone, IEA now has a nationwide membership of approximately 14,000 elementary, middle and high school students (grades 4 through 12), their parents, and coaches.
Do you have to have a horse to ride IEA?
And the best part is, IEA riders do not need to own a horse or tack to participate. Gliding through the air over obstacles on a 1,200 pound mount is quite the sight and, for a rider, a significant accomplishment!
Which is the fastest growing IEA equestrian offering?
As in the Olympics, Dressage has become the fastest growing IEA equestrian offering. Harmony between the rider and horse are the goal in producing a beautiful partnership. Learn more about Dressage…
What does it mean to be an IEA rider?
Whether the team is the partnership with the horse that an IEA rider draws for a class at the horse show or the team that consists of old and new friends at the barn, an IEA rider has the opportunity to develop competitive riding skills while making memories that will last a lifetime.