Dressage
Henk van Bergen Announced as 2009 Succeed/USDF FEI-Level Trainers' Conference Presenter
The United States Dressage Federation announced today that Henk van Bergen has signed on to be the featured presenter at the 2009 Succeed/USDF FEI-Level Trainers’ Conference to be held January 18-19, 2009 in Loxahatchee, Florida. Each year, USDF offers a trainers’ conference to those individuals who meet the attendee criteria to learn training techniques and study with a world class dressage trainer.
Born as the son of a baker in Nijmegen, Holland, Mr. van Bergen started his career as a groom at the local riding stable which he now owns and operates with his wife, Wilma. This stable, Brakkenstein Dressage Stables, serves as the host site of the Dutch National Championships, and as a home for his and his wife’s riding and teaching.
May 7, 2008, 09:57
Dressage
Denmark's Mikala Gundersen & Leonberg Win CDI Intermediaire II
Denmark's Mikala Gundersen and the Horses Unlimited stallion Leonberg won the Intermediaire II Friday at the Zada WEF Dressage CDI 3*, the first competition for the pair.
The pair scored 64.959 per cent, with Canada's Jacqueline Brooks and Balmoral second with 61.626 per cent and Australia's Jules Anderson and Narobi third with 57.886 per cent.
Gundersen, 39, and her husband, Henrik, and their two children, moved to the United States three and a half years ago.
Apr 24, 2008, 10:28
Dressage
Susan Dutta Retires Gumshoes DC at the 2008 Winter Equestrian Festival
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| Laden in red flowers, the celebrated Gumshoes DC looks over the arena for a last time. His family surrounds him; groom Robbie Sanderson, Susan Dutta, Tim Dutta and their son, Timmy. Photo credit: Susan J. Stickle |
Top FEI competitor, Susan Dutta, retired her famous grand prix partner of many years, Gumshoes DC, a 17 year-old Dutch gelding in a touching ceremony held in the International ring at the Zada Enterprises CDI show in Wellington. Her husband, Tim Dutta, son Timmy and groom, Robbie Sanderson accompanied Gumshoes into the ring where a well-deserved shawl of red flowers draped his shoulders.
After a decade of being a consistent finisher in both the large and small tour FEI competition, Dutta considered the ceremony a fitting end to a career that spanned 11 years in the dressage arena. “Gummy” was trained by Norman Dello Joio and competed as a jumper until he was six years old and was traded to the Duttas for shipping money. He briefly showed in the small tours graduating to his first Winter Equestrian Festival Grand Prix at 9 years of age.
Apr 17, 2008, 14:31
Dressage
Florida based Australian equestrian, Moea Futcher, chosen to ride in NADTC young horse clinic March 12-16 with German FEI Dressage judge, Christopher Hess
Moea Futcher, Central Florida based Australian FEI rider and young horse specialist, rode in the sixth annual North American Dressage Trainers Club clinic at Treasure Coast Farm on March 12, 2008 taught by German FEI judge and current Director of the Instruction and Personal Members Department at the German Equestrian Federation, Christophe Hess. Moea is the first and only Australian to be asked by organizer, top US trainer, Michael Poulin, to ride for the distinguished clinician.
“It was an honor and a privilege to have been selected by Mr Poulin and ride with some of the top US riders on the winter dressage circuit” Moea said. “I received excellent feedback on my young horse which I can use in my daily training.”
Apr 16, 2008, 13:45
Dressage
Preliminary Award Standings and Archived Award Results Available Online
The United States Dressage Federation announced today that 2008 preliminary award standings for the Adequan/USDF Year-End Awards, including the Adequan/USDF All-Breeds Awards, are now available on the USDF Web site as well as archived award results for the previous two competition seasons. Anyone who logs into the USDF site can access the most up-to-date award standings and monitor these standings throughout the competition year. Archived results are available only to those individuals who are logged into the USDF Web site and have a participating or business membership (PM/BM).
Apr 16, 2008, 09:06
Dressage
Leonberg Returns to the Grand Prix Ring with a Win
Horses Unlimited’s Leonberg returned to the Grand Prix ring this weekend at the Gold Coast Finale I with a solid 70.625%. The bay RPSI stallion had been breeding in New Mexico after an injury kept him out of the show ring, but hopes were always high that he would return to the form he displayed when he qualified for the 2004 Olympics and with his second place finish in the Grand Prix Special at Dressage at Devon 2005. Leonberg, by Lonely Boy XX, out of a Romiros mare, has been carefully brought back in New Mexico by the Horses Unlimited staff before returning to Florida to be paired with international Grand Prix rider Mikala Gundersen in November 2007.
Apr 16, 2008, 09:04
Dressage
Ashley Holzer and Pop Art Win the Absorbine® Myoplast® Leading Horse and Leading Rider Award for the Second Time
Instead of performing under the stars Saturday night, Ashley Holzer and her 11-year-old Dutch Warmblood, Pop Art, waited until torrential downpours abated at the Zada Enterprises WEF Dressage Classic last weekend. Easter Sunday morning found this team ready, in spite of the delay, to handily win the Absorbine® Myoplast® Leading Rider and Leading Horse Awards. Winning the Absorbine Myoplast honors for a second consecutive time, the pair posted a high score of 76.80%.
Apr 10, 2008, 08:54
Dressage
Tuff Rider Official Horse Clothing Supplier of the USDF and the Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships
The United Stated Dressage Federation (USDF) announced that JPC Equestrian, Inc, manufacturer and distributor of Tuff Rider equestrian apparel, signed a four year contract as Official Horse Clothing Supplier of the federation and will supply the horse blankets for the Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships and Breeders’ Championships Series Finals.
“Tuff Rider is our championship jacket supplier as well so we are excited to add their horse clothing to the winner’s circle,” comments Linda Schultz, Director of Marketing.
Apr 10, 2008, 08:48
Dressage
Dressage @ Rebecca Farm
Ready for show season!
We are, and are looking forward to seeing you at this year's Dressage at Rebecca Farm show!
This USDF recognized show is being sponsored by Rebecca Farm and a large portion of the proceeds will be donated to the maintenance of Herron Park.
The dates are July 5 & 6, 2008.
What a GREAT way to celebrate our country's independence!
Mark your calendars, and check out the omnibus on the USDF website!
Apr 8, 2008, 15:37
Dressage
Palm Beach Dressage Derby Kicks Off with Largest Grand Prix Field in its History
The 25th annual Phelpssports.com Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W/Y promises dressage fans excitement with nearly 50 entries in the CDI Grand Prix. The roster features Olympic riders like Lisa Wilcox, Lars Petersen, Dorothy Morkis, and Ashley Holzer along with top riders Courtney King, Christopher Hickey and Michael Barisone. And of course there are the equine fan favorites like Rocher and Lingh that are sure to rock the house.
“We are thrilled with the number and quality of entries,” said show manager Evelyn O’Sullivan. “The depth of the CDI entries is incredible. Many of the best riders have several horses, which is wonderful.” The CDI classes will run all day beginning at approximately 8:00 a.m. this Friday-Sunday.
Mar 21, 2008, 09:17
Dressage
Dressage Affaire 2008 Draws World’s Top Competitors to Del Mar Horsepark in San Diego
Top equine competitors from North America will be featured at Dressage Affaire 2008 at the Del Mar Horsepark, in North County San Diego. Dressage Affaire 2008 runs March 13 through March 15 and is open to the public.
The Dressage Affaire will feature the highest levels of FEI and USEF sanctioned dressage competition, including Grand Prix, Intermediare I and Prix St. George. The final day, Saturday, March 15, includes a fan favorite -- International Freestyle competition to music and a Champagne Brunch (limited seating available).
Mar 21, 2008, 09:12
Dressage
Dressage Affaire 2008 Draws World’s Top Competitors to Del Mar Horsepark in San Diego
Top equine competitors from North America will be featured at Dressage Affaire 2008 at the Del Mar Horsepark, in North County San Diego. Dressage Affaire 2008 runs March 13 through March 15 and is open to the public.
The Dressage Affaire will feature the highest levels of FEI and USEF sanctioned dressage competition, including Grand Prix, Intermediare I and Prix St. George. The final day, Saturday, March 15, includes a fan favorite -- International Freestyle competition to music and a Champagne Brunch (limited seating available).
Mar 21, 2008, 09:12
Dressage
Reserve Tables, Seats Now for Saturday Night Dressage Musical Freestyle at PBIEC
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| Karin Offield riding Lingh. Photo: Susan J. Stickle |
Reservations can now be made online for the celebration party for the CDI Grand Prix Dressage Musical Freestyle under lights at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center on Saturday night, March 22.
The Saturday night party in the International Club is being presented by the new Internet site, www.lingh.nl, created by the stallion owner, Offield Farms.
Equestrian Club by Tavern on the Green will provide the food and beverage service.
Mar 19, 2008, 14:33
Dressage
Portion of Savoie Video Sales to Benefit USDF National Educational Endowment Fund
Jane Savoie, three time Olympic coach and clinician for the United States Dressage Federation Adult Clinic Series, will donate $100 from each sale of her “A Happy Horse” home study course purchased through the USDF Web site. The $100 will go to the USDF National Educational Endowment Fund in support of dressage education, benefiting adult amateurs, professionals, young riders, breeders, officials, instructors and dressage enthusiasts everywhere.
The course contains 20 DVD lessons, 3 bonus DVDs, 20 CD lectures, a bonus CD on problem solving, a 135-page manual and A Winning Attitude book by Ms. Savoie. The complete set retails for $597 and is targeted at all levels and types of riders who are frustrated and confused by misinformation in the marketplace.
Mar 19, 2008, 07:14
Dressage
Equestrian Sport Productions News
Reserved seating is available for two major events--the $50,000 International Hunter Derby on Friday night and the CDI Dressage Musical Freestyle on Saturday night--under lights at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center.
Reservations can be made for the seats of choice online at:
www.equestriansport.com
click on TICKETS.
For the final of the International Hunter Derby that starts at 7 PM in the International Arena on Friday night, Mar. 21, ticket prices range from $20 to $30 in the Grand Prix Club.
Mar 19, 2008, 07:13
Dressage
USEF Announces New Ranking List and Criteria for High Performance Dressage
The USEF Dressage High Performance Committee is introducing a new 12-Month Grand Prix Ranking List for the 2008 competition year. This new ranking list format will track all U.S. horse/rider combinations competing at the FEI Grand Prix level at any CDI, as well as the 2007 High Performance qualifying competitions, and insures a more accurate reflection of the current top competitors. The 12-Month Grand Prix Ranking List will be maintained by USEF staff and will report all FEI Grand Prix and FEI Grand Prix Freestyle scores on a revolving 12-month period. There are no drop scores, making the ranking a true account of the top U.S. horse/rider combinations in a timelier manner than previously reported by USEF.
Mar 14, 2008, 15:31
Dressage
Kyra Kyrklund Announced as 2008 Adequan/USDF National Symposium Presenter
The United States Dressage Federation is excited to announce that world-class trainer and rider, Kyra Kyrklund, is returning to conduct her third Adequan/USDF National Symposium. This year’s symposium will be held December 6-7 in Denver, CO.
Originally from Helsinki, Finland, Kyra won the Finnish Championships ten times from 1972 to 1989 and competed in every Olympic Games from 1980 to 1996, placing fifth three times. In addition, Kyra has participated in the 1990, 1994, 1998, and 2006 World Equestrian Games placing second, fourth, ninth, and seventh respectively.
Mar 14, 2008, 09:57
Dressage
Jane Springer Wins the Sho Clothes Signature Whip for the Adult Amateur Prix St. Georg at the Wellington Classic Dressage Challenge II
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| Photo: Betsy Rebar Sell and Noreen O’Sullivan, Show Manager, present the Sho Clothes PSG custom made engraved Signature Whip to Jane Springer and Talent at the Wellington Dressage Classic Challenge II. |
Jane Springer scored a 66.000% in the Adult Amateur Prix St. Georg last weekend at the Wellington Classic Dressage Challenge II held at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in Wellington, Florida. The high score was earned with her beautiful chestnut partner, Talent. Springer, who rides at Romance Farm with Robert Dover, put in one of her better performances and bested the competition by a full two points.
Springer was delighted with the win, and the prestigious Sho Clothes custom-made Signature Whip that became hers upon being announced the high score winner in the FEI sponsored class. Sho Clothes co-owner and Pan American Games Gold Medalist, Betsy Rebar Sell, was on hand to present the award to Springer as Show Manager, Noreen O’Sullivan, and Talent looked on.
Mar 12, 2008, 15:58
Dressage
Steffen Peters to Perform "Salute to America" Musical Freestyle in Opening Ceremonies at the 2008 Challenge of the Americas
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| Steffen Peters and Floriano at the 2007 Rolex FEI World Cup Dressage Final earned third place with their freestyle to music and were the highest placed American duo. PHOTO CREDIT: Susan Stickle |
Olympic Team Bronze Medalist Steffen Peters of San Diego, CA, will ride a musical freestyle for the Opening Ceremonies of the 2008 Challenge of the Americas on March 8, at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, FL. Peters has participated in the Challenge as a 'Celebrity Judge' for the past three years, but this will be his first time to take part as a rider.
Peters is looking forward to his Challenge debut performance. "Judging by the past three years that I've seen the Challenge, it's an amazing turnout," Peters said. "It's always fun to see how many professionals get involved and it is even more special to see how many spectators come and how much the public gets into it. To be a part of that is a big honor. It will be a lot of fun."
Mar 10, 2008, 10:08
Dressage
Numerous Reports Now Available Online
The United States Dressage Federation is pleased to announce that multiple reports have been made available online on the redesigned USDF Web site. There are three categories of reports available. Category One reports require an individual to be logged in through the front page of our Web site, but are free. Category Two reports have a fee based on member or non-member status with membership being defined as anyone that is a participating, group, or intercollegiate/interscholastic member in the USDF database at the time the report is being generated. Category Two reports are available to anyone, whether logged in or not, but if a member accesses the report without being logged in to the site, they will pay the full non-member rate, with no refund being available of the difference. Category Three reports must be requested directly from the office.
Mar 10, 2008, 09:46
Dressage
Courtney King and Idocus Qualify at PhelpsSports.com Palm Beach Dressage Derby for 2008 World Cup Dressage Final
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| Courtney King and Idocus qualified at the PhelpsSports.com Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W to represent the U.S. at the 2008 FEI World Cup Dressage Final. PHOTO CREDIT: Susan J. Stickle. |
King and Idocus Ranked #1 on USEF National GP & Olympic Selection Trial List
King and Harmony's Wyoming #1 in USEF National Developing Horse Standings
Courtney King of New Milford, CT, with Idocus, an 18-year-old KWPN stallion owned by Christine McCarthy, entered the PhelpsSports.com Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W ranked #1 in the FEI World Cup Standings for the North American League. After scoring 72.55% in the Grand Prix Freestyle, King and Idocus finished the competition maintaining their #1 rank in the league and will be one of two combinations to represent the United States at the FEI World Cup Final.
Mar 9, 2008, 21:57
Dressage
Sold Out Gala at Challenge of the Americas Will Host 750 Guests in International Club
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| Team USA Purina Mills Quadrille. PHOTO CREDIT: Susan J. Stickle |
General Admission Tickets Available - Includes Dance Party in International Arena
Once again, the annual Challenge of the Americas Gala dinner/dance is a sellout party, this year hosting 750 guests in the International Club at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, FL. The Challenge of the Americas (COTA), featuring Musical Quadrilles and High Jumping, will be held on Saturday night, March 8, 2008, for the seventh consecutive year as a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Mar 9, 2008, 11:48
Dressage
Todd Flettrich and Amadeus Earn Top Placings in Grand Prix Competition at PhelpsSports.com Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W/Y
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| Todd Flettrich and Amadeus placed second in the FEI Grand Prix Special at the PhelpsSports.com Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W/Y. PHOTO CREDIT: Susan J. Stickle |
Competing in an international field of Olympic hopefuls from the U.S., Canada, Colombia, and Australia at the PhelpsSports.com Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W/Y, Todd Flettrich of Wellington, FL, riding Amadeus for owner Cherry Knoll Farm earned top placings in Grand Prix competition.
In the FEI Grand Prix de Dressage, Flettrich and Amadeus earned 65.667% for 8th place in a strong field of 32 horses. In the FEI Grand Prix Special, the duo earned 66.92% for second place competing against a roster of 15 entries.
Mar 9, 2008, 11:39
Dressage
Challenge of the Americas Announces "Dressage at Devon" as Promotional/Charity Partner
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| Team USA Purina Mills performing Musical Quadrille at the Challenge of the Americas. CREDIT: Susan J. Stickle. |
The Challenge of the Americas (COTA), an annual fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, welcomes America's premiere dressage show, the prestigious Dressage at Devon, as a Promotional/Charity Partner for this year's event. The 2008 COTA will be held on Saturday night, March 8, at the new Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, Florida.
"I am absolutely thrilled to partner with Dressage at Devon. It is truly one of the most exciting events in the dressage world and it is gratifying to me that we can be of such mutual benefit to each other's events and causes," said Mary Ross, founder and chairman of the Challenge of the Americas.
Mar 7, 2008, 11:48
Dressage
16 Olympians Participate in Olympic Tribute at PhelpsSports.com Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W/Y
At the 2008 PhelpsSports.com Palm Beach Dressage Derby CDI-W/Y on Saturday, March 1, in Loxahatchee, FL, 16 Olympians representing five countries - the United States of America, Germany, Denmark, Colombia, and Canada - from the sports of dressage and eventing participated in an Olympic Tribute, celebrating this Olympic year and the 25th Anniversary of the prestigious show.
Olympians participating in the Olympic Tribute were:
Mar 7, 2008, 11:14
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