Tag: USDF Youth

By Penny Hawes: Your GMO needs youth members. Here’s how to draw them in. Reprinted from the Sept/Oct 2025 issue of USDF Connection.

Youth Convention Scholarship winner, Olivia, shares her experience at the 2025 Adequan®/USDF Annual Convention, & how it strengthened her connection to the dressage community!

A USDF Youth Pin Program participant shares how her partnership with her horse has taught her invaluable life lessons, and opened doors for her future.

A USDF Youth Convention Scholarship recipient from Region 7 shares his fun and education-filled experience attending the 2024 Adequan®/USDF Annual Convention.

The USDF Arts Contest allows members to express their interest outside of the competition arena. Check out this year's entries from the youth!

Here, a USDF Youth Convention Scholarship recipient reports on the various topics of focus discussed by USDF members, from equine health to business logistics.

A USDF Youth Convention Scholarship recipient shares what kickstarted her passion and how she’s creating more opportunities for youth in dressage.

Here, a young rider from Region 7 tells us how she adapted to her sensitive horse, and the importance of “less is more” when training.

We recently asked our youth community to share a photo with their favorite dancing partner and let us know what they love about the sport of dressage.

Here, we learn about a participant of the USDF Youth Dressage Rider Recognition Pin Program, and how the program helped enhance her enthusiasm for the sport.