Tag: Region-2

By Ross Creech: Since its inception in 2013, the US Dressage Finals has become one of the hottest tickets for dressage riders & enthusiasts in this country.

I come from a place where we show our love through food, our passion through dance, and our connections to others through loud laughter and death defying hugs.

By Suzanne Galdun: a coach shares about falling in love with a Westfalen unexpectedly, while teaching a biomechanics clinic in Indiana.

From new divisions to a competitor who swept all 3 of her classes, check out our list of unforgettable moments from the 2023 FEI North American Youth Championships.

Youth riders from across the country look forward to this week all year! The FEI North American Youth Dressage Championships (NAYC) presented by USDF...

By Taya Workum Byers: This article won the 2022 GMO Newsletter Award for a general-interest article for GMOs with 175-499 members.

An adult amateur in Region 2 shares about importing her first ever horse, a 3-year-old Westfalen named For Amour, and why you can never go wrong when choosing a horse with a “W” on their left hip.

“Do not let your skin color, size, or level of experience hold you back. There is a barn, trainer, and lesson program out there for you.” 

Amelia M. reflects on finding her people, getting back in the saddle, and how apparel options have changed for plus size riders since she last traveled down centerline.

Nancy B. shares her adventures in the sandbox, and her dedication as a student of dressage, which led her to hold various positions within her local GMO!