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2004 FEI World Jumping and Dressage Finals supported by PSI
The 2004 FEI World Jumping and Dressage Challenge Finals
supported by PSI took place in June in Hagen (GER) at Hof
Kasselmann within the framework of the Horse and Dreams
Exhibition. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate
disturbing the exhibition and competitions. However, the
three Finals took place as scheduled and were supported by
a large crowd, who noticed a real improvement in the level
in Jumping, Dressage and especially Children. The quality of
the horses lent by Mr Kasselmann and Mr Schockemöhle was
outstanding.
FEI World Jumping Challenge Final
1. Judy Limb (KEN)
2. Patrick Nisbett (BER)
3. Armando Hassey (MEX)
FEI World Dressage Challenge Final
1. Carla de Falco (ARG)
2. Timolene Walraven (ZIM)
3. Akoele Roachford (BAR)
FEI World Children Dressage Challenge
1. Rebecca Goldsbury (NZL)
2. Simona Krizova (CZE)
3. Eniko Decsi (HUN)
FEI DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES
Eventing
Eastern Europe: Andrew Griffiths, FEI Development Officer,
has made an outstanding effort to bring new NFs from Eastern
Europe into the international Eventing circuit. Bulgaria and
Turkey have caught up with Russia and Belarus. In total, six
events in four countries were organised within the framework
of the 2005 Eventing Development Programme: Russia (3),
Belarus (1), Bulgaria (1), Turkey (1). A Level 1 course for coaches
was organised in Russia in conjunction with the CCI 1*, 2*,
CIC 2* and CIC-W 3* in June. It is interesting to note that
Belarus, which started Eventing through the FEI Development
Programme three years ago, was able to send five horses to
Kreuth (GER), two of which have qualified for the 2006 FEI
World Equestrian Games.
The level of cooperation achieved among the National Federations
involved was outstanding; the NFs are seeing tangible
results of the development programme coming into being,
which is very encouraging. It is also important to note that
a larger number of officials are taking greater responsibility
with the national classes held in their own countries.
South/Central America: José Ortelli, FEI Development
Officer, and his team are making a tremendous effort in
developing a circuit of competitions in Argentina, Brazil,
Ecuador and Uruguay. Central America is also very much
interested in improving the discipline and a real network of
Eventing experts has developed there.
A Level 1 course for coaches was held in Porto Alegre (BRA)
within the framework of CCI 1 and 2*. The next big gathering
of Eventers would have been the Central American Games in
December in Guatemala, but unfortunately this important
event was cancelled due to the hurricane devastation. A
special effort was made in order to include Eventing in the
programme of the 2006 Central American and Caribbean
Games in Cartagena de Indias (COL).
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2. Andrey Grishin
(RUS) on Skampolo
during an International
competition
in Russia
3. Clinic in Malawi
Vaulting
Worthwhile discussions about the global development of
Vaulting and new competition circuits are under way. In
particular, Group IX has expressed its interest in developing
this discipline.
OTHER DEVELOPMENT COMPETITIONS
Africa Cup
Under the moto “Bring together the Nations of Africa”, the
Swazi-Lizkhar Stud in Ezulwini Valley (SWA) hosted the
second Africa Cup. This development competition is divided
into Section A (C Grade and Africa Cup events under FEI
rules) and Section B (all other classes under RSA NF rules);
it is supported by the FEI Development Fund. A total of
seven nations participated with either a team or individual
competitors. Zimbabwe (0 penalties) won the Africa Cup
ahead of Swaziland (8 penalties), Zambia (17 penalties) and
Namibia (28 penalties). In addition, individual riders from
Kenya, Mauritius and South Africa participated.
Caucasus Cup
The Caucasus Cup (Jumping) was organised for the fifth
consecutive year in the Georgian capital Tbilisi (GEO). It has
proven to be very motivating for the riders in the region.
Unfortunately, due to disastrous weather conditions, the
organisers were disappointed to announce the participation
of only a limited number of riders and a low level of public
attendance. One rider from Armenia and two from Azerbaijan
took part on borrowed horses.
Another cause for worry was the pending sale of the
hippodrome to a private construction company. This would
oblige the organisers to find another location outside the city.
Notwithstanding all these problems, it is encouraging to
note an obvious improvement in the riding style of some
competitors.
COOPERATION WITH OTHER
ORGANISATIONS
European Coaching Council
European Network of Sport Science,
Education and Employment (ENSSEE)
In 1999, the European Network of Sports Science, Education
and Employment (ENSSEE) developed a framework for the
recognition of coaching qualifications in Europe. This was
achieved in cooperation with representatives of national
agencies for coach education in the European Union (EU)
member states. A European structure for five levels of training
for coaches was created and used as a reference point by each
of the EU member states in the further development of their
coach education system.
This year, a review of this 5-level structure was started in order
to maximise its relevance in the context of the expanding EU
framework. A Working Group consisting, among others, of
representatives of the EU Coaching Council, the International
and European Sports Federations and the European Olympic
Committees is overseeing the review. Thanks to the quality of
its system of education of coaches and its expertise, the FEI
has been invited to join in.
The Group convened in Warsaw (POL), Rio Maior (POR) and
Limerick (IRL). During the last meeting, concerns from the
IFs were expressed pertaining to the delivery of a master’s
degree by universities which are too far-removed from sport
and competitions. The universities have now come to realise
the benefit of cooperating with the IFs in the field of coach
education and vice-versa. Discussions are ongoing.
Justice for Athletes
Justice for Athletes, a not-for-profit organisation based in the
USA, has approved a grant in the amount of USD 10,000 for
use by the FEI in assisting an athlete from Swaziland and in
promoting the development of equestrian sport in developing
countries. They believe this will further promote awareness of
4. FEI Tutor Jean-Philippe Camboulives (FRA) giving a
Level 1 course in Porto Alegre (BRA)
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personal and social responsibility, as well as physical activity
and health conditions.
ASOIF Forum on IFs’ Development Activities
A forum on IFs’ Development Activities, attended by some 24
Summer and Winter IFs, was organised by the Association of
Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF). It was
found very useful and the following observations were made:
- Development was seen as an incentive for NFs to be active
- Balance had to be found between elite/grassroots and
competition/structural development
- A clear development strategy had to be put in place within
the IFs
- Development staff needed to be professionalized
- IFs were the ones who set the terms and, as such, had to
have centralised control over development
- IFs had to use/seek partnerships/stakeholders
- Courses for coaches were deemed essential; however, they
required a follow-up (monitoring of coaches data on a data
base) in order to ensure quality
- Return on investment in education was difficult to
measure
- NFs needed to be empowered in order to become selfsufficient
which was the final goal
- Equipment issues, such as transportation of equipment,
certified equipment as a source of income, were addressed
- Olympic Solidarity resources had to be put to better use
- Gender equity and youth development had to be
encouraged.
AFFILIATIONS
Cameroon Equestrian Federation (CMR) was provisionally
accepted as a new member (Group IX). The Bureau approved
the re-affiliation of Iraq (IRQ) as full Member (Group VII). The
affiliation of Madagascar (MAD) as full member was approved
(Group IX). These new affiliations bring the number of FEI
member federations to 134.
The request of the National Federation of Bulgaria (BUL) to
change from Group III to Group I was accepted.
The 2006 FEI General Assembly will be asked for its approval.
MISCELLANEOUS
An updated version of the FEI Code of Conduct Towards the
Environment and Sustainable Development was ratified.
5. Jean-Philippe Camboulives teaching in Ecuador
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