Tag: Adult Amateur

We are highlighting “Small But Mighty” breeds on YourDressage! Riders who choose a breed registered pint-sized partner may be eligible for All-Breeds Awards!

On the last weekend of June, Boulder Valley Dressage welcomed 12 riders to a successful Ride-A-Test event featuring FEI L 3/4* Judge Sandra Hotz.

Olive was everything I had hoped for in my first horse: intelligent, quick to learn, safe, and adaptable, approaching everything with curiosity and willingness.

Welcome back to Bridle & Boardroom, a monthly reflection where the lessons learned in the arena mirror the challenges of leadership.

This article was nominated for a 2025 GMO Newsletter Award for general interest articles. It appeared in the May/June '25 Midwest Dressage Association News.

Sometimes, all we need is a “downsize” - read how this Region 8 rider’s decision to get a German Riding Pony helped reignite her love for riding and competing. 

A Welsh Pony breeder shares the success her foundation stallion, Cwmtawe Royal Command, has had in the dressage ring since being imported from Wales to the US!

A Region 1 adult amatur won’t let her rural location stop her from continuing to climb the levels with her Connemara pony and earn her Bronze Medal!

An adult amateur from Region 2 shares how a vague Craigslist ad piqued her curiosity, and led to the Haflinger dressage partner of her dreams!

When I sat on Joao for the first time, he was so sensitive, but kind. Although I was very nervous, he was a complete gentleman & did not take a single misstep.