The Global Dressage Forum and the "happy athlete". - Topic Powered by Infopop: "Old rule:
Article 401.1: The object of Dressage is the harmonious development of the physique and ability of the horse. As a result it makes the horse calm supple, loose and flexible, but also confident, attentive and keen, thus achieving perfect understanding with his rider.
New rule:
Article 401.1: The object of Dressage is the development of the horse into a happy athlete through harmonious education. As a result it makes the horse supple, loose and flexible, but also confident, attentive and keen, thus achieving perfect understanding with his rider."