Everyone is welcome, as it takes a village of dedicated volunteers, participants and interested individuals to share their great ideas and constructive feedback.  We hope you will review the adgenda and minutes and join the meeting via Zoom.

You will find the Zoom Link in the member area.  

GVDS Schooling Show II

Open:   July 27 , 2026     Close:  August 10, 2026

Judge:  Marie Maloney (KS), Dressage “R”; USEF Western Dressage “R”; 

Recognitions:  WDAA/WDACO/AQHA-Western

Sue Martin, is a nationally-known and well-respected dressage instructor and rider,

having trained multiple horses through the FEI levels and to Grand Prix. Sue is an

experienced Grand Prix competitor, qualifying and competing 3 times at the National

Dressage Championships and Festival of Champions. She has been the instructor of

multiple top riders, and effectively communicates with riders at all levels and with

horses of all types.

This clinic is for riders wishing to work on specific training goals and each lesson is

tailored to the individual horse and rider combination.

Auditors can enjoy audience participation in training discussions.

Both western and traditional dressage riders, are welcome. Auditors participate for

free.

Back by popular demand, is Drop In Dressage! 

GVDS sponsored event, expect the same high quality instruction for both English and western riders, from Julie Burt and Megan Bretey, both “L” judges, but with a new enhancement this year! 

All clinics will be held at the Mesa County Fairgrounds, some conveniently available on weekends.

Contact Karen Harkins: ksharkin@gmail.com  for more information.

The link for signing up is coming soon!

What can you expect from this camp?

Helping Your Horse Build Confidence and Self-Regulation 

Teaching Balance and Connection

Becoming Your Horse’s Trainer 

Camp Details:  Throughout the camp, we will focus on becoming more connected with our horses using a variety of techniques, both on the ground and while riding. 

GVDS Schooling Show III 

Open:   September  7 , 2026     Close:  September 21, 2026

Judge:  Carol Bishop (NC), Dressage “R”; USEF Western Dressage “R”; 

Recognitions:  WDAA/WDACO/AQHA-Western

Be the Best Rider You Can Be!

Instructor: Stephany Fish-Crossman - Certified Ride with Your Mind Instructor
Date:   October 16-18, 2026
Sponsors: Grand Valley Dressage Society 

Open:   TBA     Close: TBA

Judge:  Debbie Riehl Rodrigez

Recognitions:  WDAA/WDACO/AQHA-Western

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Judge:  Janet Foy 

Recognitions:  TBA

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Judge:  Janet Foy & Janet "Dolly" Hannon

Recognitions:  TBA

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