Tag: Young Riders

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 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.

Members were eager to reunite with old friends, vote on important matters affecting our sport, partake in a full slate of education sessions, and meet folks from all across the US who share their passion for dressage at the 2024 Adequan®/USDF Annual Convention December 4 – 7, 2024. Here are some of this year’s trending topics and takeaways.

Region 6 youth rider, Abbie H. shares her experience at the Region 6 Youth Outreach Clinic, and what she learned about teamwork and perseverance!

A junior rider from Region 6 shares her “once-in-a-lifetime” pony, and the joy he has brought even after retiring from the show ring.

A youth rider from Region 3 shares her experience at the annual Youth Clinic presented by her local GMO, & how they enrich the experience for their youth.