WDAA offers multiple types of show recognition to accommodate different formats and affiliations. Each type of recognition ensures compliance with WDAA standards while supporting a variety of competition environments:
1. WDAA Live Show Recognition
- For traditional in-person Western Dressage competitions.
- Requires the use of WDAA-approved judges, current WDAA tests, and adherence to all WDAA show recognition rules.
2. WDAA Online Show Recognition
- For virtual Western Dressage competitions, where exhibitors submit videos of their rides.
- Online shows must meet WDAA standards, including using approved judges and following current WDAA test requirements.
3. USEF-Licensed Show Recognition
- For shows sanctioned by the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF).
- These shows are automatically eligible for WDAA recognition if they meet the dual compliance requirements for both USEF and WDAA rules.
4. Breed-Recognized Show Recognition
- For breed-specific shows that include Western Dressage classes.
- These shows must follow WDAA standards for recognized classes, including the use of WDAA-approved tests and qualified judges.
5. Combined Recognitions
- For shows seeking recognition from multiple associations (e.g., WDAA, USEF, or breed organizations).
- The show must meet WDAA rules and guidelines for Western Dressage classes, regardless of the additional recognitions it holds.
Each type of recognition ensures that results from the show are eligible for WDAA points programs like WHLPAP and YEHP, provided all requirements are met. Organizers should choose the type of recognition that best fits their show’s format and affiliations.
