Senior High Performance Dressage Expression of Interest Form 2026

Senior Dressage Performance Expression of Interest Form - 2026

This Expression of Interest is for athletes wishing to be considered for inclusion in the Senior Dressage High Performance Programme for 2026. Applicants should note that this is a High-Performance programme. Accordingly, athletes are expected to demonstrate both the competence and ambition to compete at international level during the 2026 season. Participation in Performance Contact Days forms part of the programme. Please be aware that, at certain times, priority access to these days may be given to: Athletes entered in upcoming international competitions, and/or Athleteswho have achieved qualification standards for Championships. Submission of this Expression of Interest does not guarantee selection but will be used to inform programme planning, monitoring, and engagement for the 2026 season.
Athlete Name*

First NameLast Name
Athlete Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
Date
Athlete Email Address*
example@example.com
Athlete Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Next of Kin Name*

First NameLast Name
Next of Kin Email Address*
example@example.com
Next of Kin Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Current Address*

Address 1

Address 2

Town / CityCounty

EirCode / Post Code
Clothing Size (In the event that you or your child are selected to a team and if gear is being provided, please advise what size is needed)*

Extra Small (Age 13)Adult SmallAdult MediumAdult LargeAdult X-Large

Equine Details for Dressage HP

Please complete the details below for the Equines you will be competing with for the 2026 dressage season.
What level of CDI are you aiming for in 2026?

1*(SmallTour)2*(Middle Tour)3*/4*/5*(Big Tour)
Equine 1 Name*
What level of competition they are currently at and current scores at the level.*
Do you wish to add a second Equine?*

YesNo

Equine 2 Name*
What level of competition they are currently at and current scores at the level.*
Do you wish to add a third Equine?*

YesNo

Equine 3 Name*
What level of competition they are currently at and current scores at the level.*
Do you wish to add a fourth Equine?*

YesNo

Equine 4 Name*
What level of competition they are currently at and current scores at the level.*

Communication

To assist with communication amongst members of the High Performance Programme, Horse Sport Ireland may from time-to-time send official communication via WhatsApp for particular programmes. We have found this to be the most effective method of communication, particularly at Championships. The Phone Number provided in the application form will be used for Communication. Please note for athletes Under 18, the parent / guardian will be added.
Do you wish to be added to the WhatsApp group?*

YesNo
Photographic Consent Declaration

Horse Sport Ireland recognises the need to ensure the welfare and safety of all people taking part in any activity associated with our organisation. In accordance with our policies we will not permit photographs, video or other images of people to be taken without the consent of the people involved in our activities. Should you be taking part in Horse Sport Ireland activities over the coming months, we would like to ask for your consent to take photographs/videos of the event or activity that may contain images of you. It is likely that these images may be used as

• A record of the activity or the event

• In a written evaluation report of the activity or event

• Publicity material for further activities or events on leaflets/websites/magazines

• Illustrations of the activities or events in published articles

• Promotion of Equine Sports

• Video analysis for selection for Championships

Horse Sport Ireland will take all steps to ensure these images are used solely for the purposes they are intended. If you become aware that these images are being used inappropriately you should inform Horse Sport Ireland immediately.

Declaration

By submitting my details I agree that photographs or recorded images may be taken during or at sport related activities, which may include me and may subsequently be used in the promotion of our sport.

Data Protection Declaration

I understand that pursuant to the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016, my consent is required for Horse Sport Ireland to process personal data which it may have in its possession concerning myself including disclosure to third parties such as, but not limited to, the High Performance Team Manager and Trainers, the High Performance Administrators and the High Performance Team Vet. I confirm that I have reviewed Horse Sport Ireland’s Data Protection and Privacy policies (available at www.horsesportireland.ie or on request) and I note that Horse Sport Ireland will only process my personal data for legitimate business purposes relating to the High Performance Programme 2026 and/or where required by law. All processing will have due regard to the DPA 2018 and GDPR 2016. I note that this personal data may include sensitive personal data, as defined within the DPA and GDPR, the processing of which requires my explicit consent. I note that Horse Sport Ireland will honour my rights and freedoms at all times, including my rights as a data subject, as long as there is no other overriding law which limits those privileges. By confirming the submission of my details, I consent to the processing of any information relating to me, either contained in this form or otherwise, for the purpose of running Horse Sport Ireland’s High Performance Programme 2026.
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Senior Dressage Performance Expression of Interest Form - 2026

Equine Details for Dressage HP

Communication