RISING STARS PROGRAM
The Rising Stars Youth Dressage Program was started in British Columbia in 2015, with the aim of encouraging participation of youth riders in the sport of dressage. Since then, it has expanded across the country and today is an Equestrian Canada recognized program. The organization’s continuing goal is to build competence, confidence, and engagement within the youth dressage rider community.
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At Tilted Tiara Dressage shows, riders who are 18 years and younger as of Dec. 31, 2025, are automatically entered and eligible for Rising Stars ribbons, awards, and prizes at the following levels:
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​​Training, First, Second Level: Tests 1, 2, 3
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FEI Children: Preliminary A, Team Tests
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FEI Pony: Team, Individual Tests
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FEI Junior: Team, Individual Tests
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TILTED TIARA CUP
The Tilted Tiara Cup is a fun and competitive annual event featuring a mix of dressage tests and entertaining novelty classes. To qualify for the Cup, horse-and-rider combinations must ride at least two dressage tests on Thursday and Friday, one of which may be from the Working Equitation show. Points are earned based on dressage scores, with additional points awarded for participation and placements in creative classes like the Costume Class, Chicken Dunk, Prix Caprilli, and Pole Bending.
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Tilted Tiara Cup Qualification Information
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PAY TO PLAY CLASSES
Pay-to-Play dressage classes offer riders a low-pressure opportunity to school their tests in a competition environment—without the stress of being judged. Riders receive scheduled ring time to ride their test or work through specific movements in the actual dressage arena. It's a perfect option for introducing young horses, gaining confidence, or fine-tuning a routine before riding it for a score. No judge, no scores—just valuable experience.
