Tag: USDF Regional Championships

A rider tells us about her journey to Fourth Level with her heart horse, Cadence, a mare aptly (but unintentionally) named for her role as dance partner.

By Anika Schnitzler: an adult amateur from USDF Region 6 shares the story of the Haflinger she found by accident while looking for a "husband horse", and who has fulfilled many of her equestrian dreams!

I’ve learned so much this year, but my biggest lesson has been to keep chasing my dreams. Returning to horses after so many years away has brought back a piece of my heart that I didn’t realize I’d been missing.

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!

By Hayley S.: Region 2 AA shares the story of her mare, who has given her the confidence to chase a ticket to the NDPC, & USDF Rider & Horse Performance Awards!

I have always been attracted to the “diamond in the rough”, the underdog, if you will. By Karen Sanchez

It’s Throwback Thursday!  Enjoy this article from the YourDressage Archives, which was originally published in the March 2018 issue of the flipbook version of...

It’s Throwback Thursday!  Enjoy this article from the YourDressage Archives, which was originally published in the February 2018 issue of the flipbook version of...

I initially didn’t have a particular breed in mind.  I just wanted something young to bring along myself, with gaits for dressage, and large enough to fit my 5’3 frame.  I posted some inquiries on Facebook and received a message from Lesley Feakins at Trevelyan Farm, a New Forest Pony breeder, who had a 4-year-old for sale.  Wishbone was a 14 hand bay gelding, who was cute as a button and had a great hind leg.  I decided to take a leap of faith and bought him sight unseen. 

Fall means Regional Championship time! The 2022 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships have concluded, with action from Regions 1, 3, and 9...