Their are 18 competitive levels in dressage
Arabian horses win dressage competitions all the time. They are particularly good at the lower levels.
Intro to Dressage (Walk and Trot), Training Level, Level 1, 2 & 3. A walk only test has been recently added. More information can be found at usdf.org
High levels of dressage, and the training of Lipizzaner horses, specifically stallions.
No dressage is not timed
Dressage is an exacting sport. It requires a years of practice and training for horse and rider. As you move up into the upper levels you need precision and timing, agility and at least some intelligence. But when it's done right it is so beautiful.
it is a dressage move
Jane Kidd has written: 'A festival of dressage' -- subject(s): Dressage 'Practical dressage' -- subject(s): Dressage
There are no "dressage horses" but some breeds are used for dressage more than others,, e.g. you would probably use a warmblood rather than a cob. But basically, a dressage horse is a horse that does dressage :)
No, Classical Dressage and Dressage does not have an age limit. I've heard of one Olympic Dressage rider who still performs in his 80s! So you can have Classical Dressage or Dressage as a career as long as you are healthy and physically fit.
The bridoon is a small, loose-ring snaffle that is used in conjunction with a curb bit on a double bridle. This is often seen at the upper levels of dressage, when a higher amount of subtlety and very exact aids are needed to execute the movements.
FrisiansThoroughbredsAny horse can be used for Dressage.