CDCTA Combined Test

May 2, 2026

Join us at Win Green for another low-key, friendly introduction to Eventing, or choose to ride Dressage only. This is a great schooling opportunity for riders looking to gain confidence and experience in a supportive environment.

  • Dressage in the ring with bluestone footing
  • XC and warm-up on grass
  • XC courses are un-timed, inviting, and slightly below standard height for each level — a great introduction with terrain, thoughtful questions, and optional challenges.

Ride Format:

  • Ride your dressage test at a scheduled time
  • Then, change gear and ride your XC course within your level’s time window
  • We will start with lower levels and work up, with dressage-only rides and additional tests at the beginning or end of each level

Dressage:

  • Judge: Melissa Palmer (L Graduate)
  • Riders will have the opportunity to receive a few comments after their test

Pricing:

  • Combined Test: $75
  • Dressage Test Only: $40 per test
  • One combined test level per rider; additional dressage tests at other levels are allowed

Entries & Deadlines:

  • Entries close Sunday, April 26 at 9 PM
  • Refunds permitted prior to closing
  • Late entries accepted through Thursday, April 30 with a $10 fee (if scheduling allows)

Entry Incentives:

  • Submit complete entry with payment, Coggins, and both waivers by April 26 at 9 PM to be entered in a raffle for a free entry to a future CDCTA schooling event at Win Green
  • $10 discount for CDCTA members at time of entry

Scheduling & Payment:

  • Tentative times and information will be emailed Wednesday evening, April 29
  • Final ride times will be sent Friday, May 1
  • Payment must be received before ride times are assigned

Divisions & Requirements

DivisionDressage TestMax Jump Height
IntroUSDF Intro A18”
GreenUSDF Intro C2’
StarterUSEA Starter Test2’3”
Beginner NoviceUSEA BN Test A2’7”
NoviceUSEA N Test A2’11”
Higher LevelsDressage Test of Choice + Pick-Your-Own Jump Height* 

*Riders at higher levels may select their own appropriate XC course. The Organizer or Day Manager will assist as needed.

Entry Requirements:

Closing Date: April 26, 2026, 9 p.m.

You may enter only 1 Combined Test level, but can add an additional Dressage test at another level.

Fees:

Payment Methods: Accepted via cash, check, or Venmo.

No Checks on Show Day: Payment must be received to receive ride times

  • Combined Test $75
  • Dressage Test Only $40
  • Late Fee $10

    Accepted until Tuesday, April 30

Submit entry to:

Ride Times & Info: Sent via email Wednesday evening, April 30, 2025

Early Bird Raffle: Submit all paperwork & payment by April 27 to be entered into a raffle for a free entry to a future CDCTA event!

Event Staff

Volunteers Needed!
We ask each barn or group to provide a volunteer for part or all of the day to help the event run smoothly.

Win Green Cross country schooling in Northern Virginia, field with jumps