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Why Your Riding Instructor Puts You on a Horse You Don’t Like (and Why It’s a Good Thing!)
Read more: Why Your Riding Instructor Puts You on a Horse You Don’t Like (and Why It’s a Good Thing!)If you’ve ever walked into your riding lesson, spotted your assigned horse, and thought, “Oh no, not this one,” you’re not alone. Many riders—beginners and experienced alike—have had moments where they weren’t thrilled about their assigned mount. Maybe the horse is slow and unmotivated, or perhaps it’s a bit too forward or stubborn. But here’s…
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Location Changes Ahead for the 2025 US Dressage Finals Presented by Adequan®
Read more: Location Changes Ahead for the 2025 US Dressage Finals Presented by Adequan®Lexington, KY (November 21, 2024) – The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) and United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) are thrilled to announce that the 2025 US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan® are scheduled for October 30 – November 2, at the World Equestrian Center (WEC) in Wilmington, OH. Based on consistent feedback from competitors over…
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Ribbons in Horses’ Tails: What Every Equestrian Should Know
Read more: Ribbons in Horses’ Tails: What Every Equestrian Should KnowIn the equestrian world, clear communication isn’t just for riders; it’s essential for the safety of everyone involved—both human and equine. One often-overlooked yet critical aspect of horse communication is the use of ribbons in horses’ tails. These ribbons aren’t just decorative; they send important messages to other riders, handlers, and bystanders. Here’s a breakdown…
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Charlotte Dujardin withdraws from Olympics due to FEI Investigation: Video Released
Read more: Charlotte Dujardin withdraws from Olympics due to FEI Investigation: Video ReleasedUpdated 7/24/2024 7:07am: The video has been released and is posted at the bottom of this article. Unfortunately, the whipping that takes place in the video is excessive, and not effective. Is it true abuse? We will let the FEI decide. Would I allow that to happen to my horse? Absolutely not. Charlotte Dujardin has…
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US Equestrian Introduces New National Endurance Award Program
Read more: US Equestrian Introduces New National Endurance Award Programby US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Jan 10, 2024, 1:00 PM Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is proud to announce the launch of the newly amended USEF National Endurance Award Program, a revamped initiative aimed at recognizing and celebrating the achievements of endurance athletes and horses across the country. Officially launching with the 2024 season, the…
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U.S. Dressage Announces Updates to Coaching Structure for High Performance and Pathway Programs
Read more: U.S. Dressage Announces Updates to Coaching Structure for High Performance and Pathway Programsby US Equestrian Communications Department | Jan 4, 2024, 4:00 PM Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce updates to the U.S. Dressage coaching structure within the program pathways, an initiative in the works for months, leveraging key stakeholder feedback and athlete participation throughout the process. The restructure will broaden the opportunity to engage…
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Applications Now Open for USEF Endurance Competition and Licensed Officials Grants
Read more: Applications Now Open for USEF Endurance Competition and Licensed Officials Grantsby US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Jan 3, 2024, 12:00 PM Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is now accepting applications for the Endurance Competition Grant and Endurance Licensed Officials Grant. Applications for both grants are due February 1, 2024. USEF Endurance Competition Grant The purpose of this grant is to support U.S-based FEI endurance competitions in…
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British Equestrian Announces Concussion and Return to Riding Guidelines
Read more: British Equestrian Announces Concussion and Return to Riding GuidelinesIf you ride horses, chances are you have fallen off a time or two. Which can cause a concussion. Concussion is an injury to the brain resulting in a disturbance of brain function. It can be causedby a direct blow to the head, but can also occur when a blow to another part of the…
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2019 Adequan West Coast Dressage Festival Coverage
Read more: 2019 Adequan West Coast Dressage Festival CoverageThe Adequan West Coast Dressage Festival is going on this weekend. They happen to be live-streaming the classes for us to enjoy! Keep an eye on their FB Page if you want to live-stream, or we will be updating this page with links as they are availalbe!
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Trainer/Coach abuse of Young Riders
Read more: Trainer/Coach abuse of Young RidersToday the New York Times published a story providing further details on now-deceased equestrian trainer Jimmy Williams and his abuse of young riders. In addition to describing Williams’ inappropriate and unacceptable actions, the article also discusses how painfully difficult it can be for survivors, athletes, and even parents to recognize the signs of abuse and report it.…
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Una moved to Colorado in 2007 and started the Colorado Horse Forum as a way to meet other equestrians in the area. Una now rides and competes in dressage. She operates a small dressage horse breeding program in Castle Rock.
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