Tag: Youth

How do you define one’s purpose in life? Is it based on the fulfillment of goals? Is it based on completing your bucket list? Or is it simply finding LOVE for something that transcends oneself?

By George Williams, USDF President This story is sponsored by Sidelines Magazine.  It originally appeared here. As the year comes to a close, we find ourselves...

Attending the 2023 Adequan®/USDF Annual Convention showed me another invaluable part of the sport, and I hope to attend again soon! Thank you, USDF!

Members Converged in Omaha, NE to ‘Take a Stake’ in Dressage and Celebrate USDF’s Golden Anniversary

It begins with readiness, then power coming from behind while lifting the thoracic sling, and finishing with balance - repeated again and again in a beautiful dance.

A Junior Rider in Region 9 shares about falling in love with the majestic Gypsy Horse, and how being introduced to dressage through western dressage has now led to an exciting pursuit of a USDF Bronze Medal.

Julio is a very skilled rider but, more importantly, he is an exceptional trainer, teaching me many new and useful tips for our riding approach. By Hayden Kane.

By Harper K.: When I first stepped into the arena, I was filled with anticipation. What would it be like to ride with such an accomplished trainer?

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...