Tag: Young Rider

In 2024 I graduated from Rutgers University with a BA in English Literature. Unsure of what I wanted to do next, I decided to take a year off to figure it out.

A rider from Region 8 tells us about the lifelong partner she found in a Friesian mare, and the many goals they’ve achieved together.

A young adult and a reserved young Friesian invested in each other, and their deliberate and steady training program is paying dividends in and out of the ring.

Here, a young rider from Region 9 tells us how her riding journey led her to fall in love with dressage, and subsequently, a mustang dance partner!

Here, a rider from Region 1 introduces us to her Arabian, Flame, and shares their excitement for a new journey in dressage.

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.

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, 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.