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View the e-updates from Regional Director, Bess Reineman, here.
2012 Omnibus - Order your copy today!
The 2012 Omnibus has been mailed and is available for download.
Additional copies may be ordered if you download the form or pay online
Advertise on the Region 9 Web Site/E-Blasts!
Advertising rates and information is available in this PDF download! Pay online here
Invitation to Instructors
Region 9 has a new addition to the Regional Website.
This addition will be a way for Instructors who continue to keep up with their education get recognition, even if you are not certified. Also, this addition will be a way for clients to see which instructors might best be able to help them by the courses attended. Read more here
ADU Continuing Education Seminar
Austin Dressage Unlimited is pleased to announce the Third Annual Continuing Education Seminar in
Georgetown, TX on February 11-12 at the beautiful campus of Southwestern University. The topic for both judges and riders "Improving Your Judging Eye and Showing Skills" will be presented by the iconic Olympian and judge extraodinare, Hilda Gurney from California. Come and meet Hilda and earn USDF University credits. Go to the ADU website,www. Austindressageunlimited.org for information about the registration form, schedule, and hotels. You may also contact Carol Schmickrath at 512-863-5005 or Brookstonefarm@aol.com. Participants are encouraged to register early.
CALL FOR TESTS:
Austin Dressage Unlimited is hosting the third annual highly acclaimed judges educational series on February 11-12, 2012 in charming Georgetown, TX on the campus of Southwestern University. In prior years Gary Rockwell and Maryal Barnett were the distinguished presenters. This year we are proud and honored to announce that Hilda Gurney will be presenting. Hilda has requested that riders, if they wish, submit a DVD of a 2011 test at any level that was ridden at a recognized or unrecognized show, along with your score sheet, if available, to ADU before February 1. The test, if selected by ADU, will be used as part of this teaching seminar. This is a unique opportunity to have insight from one of our country's most distinguished riders and judges. Please send in your DVD & score sheet, with your seminar registration form, which can be found on the ADU website: AustinDressageUnlimited.org
USDF PM Delegate Nominations - for the 2012 USDF Convention in New Orleans
USDF Participating Members are being sought to run as nominees from Region. 9. The primary responsibility is to attend the Board of Governors meeting at the
USDF Convention this year in New Orleans. USDF Region 9 has qualified to send 6 delegates this year.
Once you have responded, USDF will send the official "Acceptance Form'' via email and regular mail to each individual, to ensure it is received. On the form, you may either accept or decline the nomination. If you accept, you will be given the opportunity to provide a brief biography, which will appear on the USDF
web site and in the June issue of USDF Connection.
If you would be willing to perform this duty, please contact Sherry Guess, who is
the Nominating Committee member from Reg. 9 at guessdrsg@aol.com.
Elections to select our six delegates will be held later in the year.
New Program Available for Region 9 Youth: Youth Schooling Show Challenge
A new program being rolled out for Region 9 Youth offers an opportunity to earn a certificate or a patch for competing in schooling shows! Thanks to Anne Kuhns for organizing the program. Download the participation form here.
Dressage Young Horse Training and Observation Sessions Announced for 2012
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce the dates and locations of two Markel/USEF Young Horse Dressage Training Sessions for 2012. The open training sessions will be a unique opportunity for up and coming talent to have one-on-one sessions with USEF Young Horse Coach, Scott Hassler. The two-day event will include a 45-minute lesson each day with Scott Hassler as well as an evening lecture and discussion for the riders led by Scott. He explains, “I’m really excited about the decision to schedule the open Young Horse Training sessions. They will provide an opportunity for people to better understand the Markel/USEF Young Horse program as well as the correct development required for young horses to advance in the training scale towards the FEI levels.” Read more
Region 9 Youth Participate in 1st Annual Emerging Dressage Athletes Program
Four riders from Region 9, Allie Cyprus, Bronwyn Kordiak, Marlena Kurtz, and Ayden Uhlir received invitations to be a part of the first annual Emerging Dressage Athletes Program (EDAP), which received sponsorship from Horseshow.com and Purina. Read more
Farm Vet / USDF Adult Clinic Series with Lilo Fore
March 3-4, 2012
College Station, Tx.
Rider applications now being accepted thru Jan 4.
Or register to audit.
http://www.usdf.org/education/clinics/adult/dates-locations.asp
Questions ? Contact: Katherine Robertson- USDF krobertson@usdf.org
GMO Challenge
Region 9 is very fortunate to have the opportunity to be hosting the Adult Education clinic Lilo Fore. Lilo is a gifted teacher and all in audience will gain a tremendous amount of knowledge from Lilo’s eye, teaching techniques and from what a judge and breeder are looking for. We would like to encourage a huge audience and participation in this clinic to show how much dressage is important and supported in our Region. USDF recently implemented a National Dressage Championship and being located Centrally in the country we would like to be looked at as a mecca all can come to for dressage participation and support.
So we would like to challenge ALL Region 9 GMOs to encourage their members to come audit and participate in this exciting and educational clinic. The GMO that has the largest amount of auditors will be awarded $500.
Lilo will be presenting the Classical System Simplified, “Tricks of the Trade” to enhance a horses understanding of the riders expectations, the importance or half steps in early stages of training to help develop the feel of engagement and collection, the importance of lateral exercises and throughness and the basics as applied to the Pyramid of Training while moving up the levels.
For more information contact:
Donna Meyer onthebitfarm@verizon.net
HDS Receives CDI3* Approval for April 2012 Spring Classic
The HDS 2012 Spring Classic will now offer riders the following entry options:
USDF/USEF open show for Training through Grand Prix levels plus Introductory Level Tests. Riders must be USDF/USEF members or pay non-member fees
• CDI1* for FEI horses/riders from Prix St. Georges to Intermediate I
• CDI3* for FEI horses/riders from Intermediate II to Grand Prix
• CPEDI3* for FEI Para-Equestrian riders—all Para tests
• CDI-U25 for FEI Young Adults (ages 16-25)—Intermediate II and Grand Prix
• CDI-Y for FEI Young Riders (ages 16-21 yrs)—all Young Rider tests
• CDI-J for FEI Juniors (ages 14-18 yrs)—all Junior tests
• CDI-P for FEI Pony Riders (ages 12-16 yrs) – all Pony tests
• $10,000 Dressage Derby
Announcing 2012 London Paralympic Qualifier: Houston Dressage Society 2012 Spring Classic CPEDI3*
As the 2012 London Paralympics approach, the opportunity to qualify individually as a para-equestrian dressage rider is down to just six months. Before time runs out para-equestrians should consider adding to their schedule the Houston Dressage Society 2012 Spring Classic CPEDI3* scheduled for April 26-29 in Katy, TX. The Houston Dressage Society (HDS) has masterfully planned to produce an impressive CPEDI3* event at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center. From the remarkable facilities to the carefully executed show schedule, the HDS is looking forward to hosting many international level para-equestrian dressage riders. Read more
Congratulations to Our 2011 Horse Person of the Year, Meg Flemming
Read all about it here
Ashley Hammill Awarded the 2011 USDF Region 9 Teaching Excellence Award
Ashley Hammill, San Antonio, TX, received the third annual "USDF Region 9 Teaching Excellence Award" at the Great American/USDF Region 9 Championships held in Katy, TX, November 3-6, 2011. She received a $5,000 award for demonstrating outstanding teaching methodology in dressage. Read more here
NAJYRC Information
The official list of the 2012 USEF/NAJYRC Qualifiers:View it here
Download the brochure with information about qualifying. Contact Inez if you'd like to get on the email list for updates about NAJYRC.
An organizational meeting will be held at the HDS winter show in January. For additional information about NAJYRC activities, please contact Ed Lavallee, Region 9 Coordinator, at ejlava@sprynet.com.
Bee Pape Scholarship Fund
In honor of Bee Pape - who was a foundation stone for dressage in Region 9. A wonderful, kind, and generous lady, always there to help She gave countless hours to all of us, and to this sport we love. Bee's daughter - Susan Peacock and her family asked that memorial donations to be made to the "Bee Pape Scholarship Fund" for use in Region 9. Bee was a great supporter of grass roots dressage, and Susan asked that a fund be set up to help our grass root members. Specifics of the fund, will be released later. We are thrilled about this opportunity for our regional members. And truly appreciate the generosity of Susan, and her family. And of your donations, to a much needed scholarship.
To make donations: Please make check made out to "Bee Pape Scholarship Fund - Region 9"
Mail to:
Allison Bailey
1172 Hwy 334
Oxford, Miss. 38655 or donate online (specify the Bee Pape Fund)
Gifted Fund Available for Adult Amateurs
Adult Amateurs are the backbone of our sport, yet many times they are
the ones that just can't seem to find enough time in the day or money in
the checkbook to really pursue their passion. We are here to help!
Each year, the Gifted Fund provides the opportunity for up to nine
amateurs (one per Region) to take a week away from home and train with
their horse. See flyer
Updated Region 9 Timeline now available
Read more here
USDF Councils and Committees Chart now available (pdf)
Check out the Region 9 Event Calendar for clinics, seminars, camps, etc.
Check out the Recognized Show Calendar for shows around the region.
2011 USEF/ NAJYRC Qualifying Competitions
February 18, 2012
A Juniors' Clinic
Silver Hills Stables / Private lessons with Christine Bergeron and Lisa Tannehill "r" Judge. $40 clinic fee. Riders must be current CTDS members. More info
March 24-25
Dr. Joyce Harman, DVM, Lecture and Teaching Clinic (flyer)
Place: Diamond M Dressage Park , 998 Hard Luck Road, Marion , Texas 78124
Contact Person: Vera Muckleroy e-mail dmdp@flash.net
Region 9 USDF Adult Clinice Featuring Lilo Fore
March 3-4, 2012 at Stormin' G Ranch in College Station, TX
Questions?
HDS Receives CDI3* Approval for April 2012 Spring Classic
The HDS 2012 Spring Classic will now offer riders the following entry options:
USDF/USEF open show for Training through Grand Prix levels plus Introductory Level Tests. Riders must be USDF/USEF members or pay non-member fees
• CDI1* for FEI horses/riders from Prix St. Georges to Intermediate I
• CDI3* for FEI horses/riders from Intermediate II to Grand Prix
• CPEDI3* for FEI Para-Equestrian riders—all Para tests
• CDI-U25 for FEI Young Adults (ages 16-25)—Intermediate II and Grand Prix
• CDI-Y for FEI Young Riders (ages 16-21 yrs)—all Young Rider tests
• CDI-J for FEI Juniors (ages 14-18 yrs)—all Junior tests
• CDI-P for FEI Pony Riders (ages 12-16 yrs) – all Pony tests
• $10,000 Dressage Derby
The purpose of the USDF Adult & Youth Regional Team Competition is to provide an opportunity for adults & youth to compete in a team-like atmosphere, which encourages camaraderie & support at any level. They are a lot of fun!
2011 Youth & Adult Team Competitions applications:
Youth Team Comp:
http://www.usdfregion9.org/Competitions/YouthTeamCompetition.html
Adult Team Comp:
http://www.usdfregion9.org/Competitions/AdultTeamCompetition.html
Youth & Adult Team Competitions - suggestions for holding a Team Competition Show (Adult / Youth) and Team Participation Form
Region 9 GMO Applications
Youth Team Competition
Adult Team Competition
GMO Educational Grant - Deadline 30 days prior to event
GMO Travel Grant - Deadline 60 days prior to meeting/ convention
USDF Competitions Handbook
Want to find current USDF competition regulations and guidelines? Tired of carrying around many brochures and want one consolidated document? The USDF Competitions Handbook (PDF) is available at www.usdf.org/competitions/handbook/. It is not available in hard copy.
New Way to Check Scores
USDF has established a new, free, online score-check service for USDF members, who can view USDF-recognized competition results for each horse registered with USDF. All information in the USDF online database is updated daily and is current as of 5 p.m. the previous business day. Visit site for details.
USDF policies and procedures (pdf)
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