FAQS

ICDA has been established to support the growth of carriage driving as an integral part of the FEI’s mission to develop equestrian sport globally. ICDA was founded to increase the number of athletes that participate in these international competitions and to ensure that athletes’ views on the development of the sport, rules and regulations are represented directly to the sport’s governing bodies.

ICDA represents the interests of all athletes across horse, pony , U25 and para equestrian driving classes.

2026 is the first year that there is a membership fee for ICDA Drivers Club – The fee is €15. 

A Member is an active 2* or 3* driver at FEI level or has competed the last two years at this level (Please see Statutes for more info).

Supporters, including all former drivers, officials, organisers, volunteers and grooms, etc. of carriage driving are also eligible to join. However, Supporters may attend the General Assembly, but are not eligible to vote.

Yes! Supporters, including all former drivers, officials, organisers, volunteers and grooms, etc. of carriage driving are also eligible to join. However, Supporters may attend the General Assembly, but are not eligible to vote. (Please read the Statutes for detailed information.)

Of course, the individual board members are always willing to lend a listening ear, but the most convenient thing is to send an email to the office, so that this is discussed with the (daily) board. The email address for this is: office@icda-driving.com

The Committee was originally formed by a group of passionate supporters of driving across all classes. A process of elections begins with effect from the beginning of 2027 under which committee members will put themselves forward for re election

Membership  has been free during the start up phase . Now that ICDA has become established it was  unanimously agreed at the Annual Meeting held in Le Pin in 2026 that a membership fee of Euro 15 would be charged annually.