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What is IEA horse?

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Asked by: Kim Muehl

What does IEA stand for in the horse world?

Home – Interscholastic Equestrian Association.

How much is IEA membership?

Your IEA Associate Membership will allow you to be part of the growing movement of educators, parents, and neighbors who are standing up for the schools our students deserve. For just $50 annually, you’ll receive: Access to select electronic IEA communications.

What is the point system for IEA?

Points and postseason competition

Each rider is allowed to compete in a maximum of 5 shows per season. Hunt Seat riders in Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 11 need 18 points to qualify for Regionals and riders in Zones 6 ,7, 8, 9, and 10 need 15 points. Western riders need 15 points to qualify for Regionals.

What is Western IEA?

Western – Interscholastic Equestrian Association.

How high does IEA jump?

To be eligible for post season competitions (individual or team) riders must have accumulated the required points and participated in a minimum of two (2) Varsity Intermediate or Varsity Open Flat classes during the regular season. capable of jumping 2′-2’6” on their usual mounts at home.

How many points do you need to qualify for IEA?

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.

Who pays for the IEA?

The biggest part of funding comes from the USA and Japan, two countries that depend heavily on fossil and nuclear fuels. Both of these countries have also the most votes on decisions made by the IEA.

Who can become member of IEA?

It has 30 member nations and only OECD nations are given membership to the IEA. All the OECD member states except for Chile, Iceland, Israel, Mexico and Slovenia are members of IEA. India became an Associate Member of IEA in 2017 while Mexico became the 30th member of IEA in 2018.

How do I join an IEA team?

The Team application must be completed online before any riders may start their application for that team. All adult members must submit a certificate confirming that they have completed SafeSport Training through US Equestrian. More information can be found on our SafeSport page.

How many IEA teams are there?

The Interscholastic Equestrian Association has 11 Hunt Seat zones across the United States.

What is an IEA equestrian team?

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 do IEA team points work?

Points are tracked for individual rider accomplishments AND for overall, team accomplishments. Individuals and teams earn points to qualify for regional, zone and national finals. Teams take turns hosting horse shows throughout the season. New teams are NOT required to host any shows.

Where is IEA Nationals 2021?

November 13, 2020 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) 2021 Western National Finals will be held during the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) World Championship Show in Fort Worth, Texas from June 30 to July 1, 2021.

Who won IEA Nationals 2021?

John Price and Eva Mabboux Named 2021 IEA National Sportsmanship Award Winners.

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.