Crown Royal the Canadian Sport Pony
A rider originally from Region 1 tells us about the Sport Pony who helped her recover from the loss of her previous dressage partner, ease her show ring anxiety, and find happiness in the sport again.
The Most Divine Timing
With riders aging out at 16, a young rider wasn't sure she'd achieve her goal of competing in the FEI Ponies - until a German Riding Pony took her all the way.
My Heart’s Desire
An adult amateur from Region 3 shares the two ponies who found her, and who ultimately changed her riding trajectory.
Triumphs and Tributes Mark US Dressage Finals’ 10th Anniversary Edition
Swan song for Grand Prix champion RTF Lincoln; trainers and students share spotlight; By Alice Collins for Jump Media; Photographs by SusanJStickle.com
Connie Power at D4K Youth Dressage Festival
By Abby Parent: This article is reprinted from the American Connemara magazine
Six Decades – The Lifetime Sport
With their ages spanning a full six decades, an 11-year-old and a 70-year-old rider proved dressage is truly a lifetime sport.
Your First Dressage Show
Ready to enter at A for the very first time? Here’s what you need to know about the dressage-competition options and entry process.
Double Dipping Disciplines
A Young Rider from Region 2 tells how she fell in love with a Holsteiner, & discovered a love for fancy flatwork, earning them spots at the American Eventing Championships and GAIG/USDF Regional Dressage Championships.
Opportunities Abound for Young Horses
We’ve rounded up some of the competitive and awards opportunities for young horses here!
Ponies: Not Just for Kids Any More
By Sue Weakley: Smaller equines are upping the fun for many adult dressage riders—and they’re holding their own against the big guys in the show ring.




















