Expressions of Interest to host the Australian Dressage Championships for 2015 and 2016

Based on the success of recent National Championships held at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre, a venue of similar capacity and calibre is ideal.

These Championships are one of the most significant Dressage events on the Australian Dressage Calendar.  Besides conducting classes from Novice to Grand Prix and GP Freestyle in order to determine Australian Champions, an FEI CDI-W is also conducted as part of the “Big Tour” program.  

The venue, footing, stabling and facilities should be of a standard in keeping with this prominent Australian dressage event.

Facilities for competitors, spectators and media should be of a superior standard. With regards to media facilities the event should offer a dedicated media centre, which is managed by a media liaison offer, and that offers working internet and timely delivery of results.

Facilities need to be in the capacity of the following:

• 5-6 competition arenas
• 2 general training areas
• 2-3 warm-up arenas
• Footing must be a modern rakeable sand or sand mixture suitable for dressage Indoor arena capable of seating 2000 as a minimum.
• 200 stables plus
• Truck and float parking areas
• Day stalls or yards
• Camping facilities inc. access to power and water – at least 100 sites.

Rules 8.1 – 8.10 of the Australian Dressage Rules provide guidance on the facilities and technical requirements to conduct the Australian Dressage Championships.

Dates: The preferred calendar dates for the competition are in October/November although later dates could be considered.

Budget: Some external funding is available through state contributions and potentially contributions through the EA High Performance Program and EA International Competition Development Fund (ICDF).   It is possible that Federal and State Government Grants may also be applicable.   A Profit/Loss of previous national championships is available on request.  In the past the budget has also included a fee for the Director of the Event. 

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