Florida Youth Dressage Championships are Back to be Staged at World Equestrian Center in Ocala March 8-12

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Feb. 13, 2023

Florida Youth Dressage Championships are back to be staged at national level at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala March 8-12.

Entries for the four divisions–Pony, Junior, Young Rider and Under-25– close Mar. 1, Discover Dressage and WEC announced.
 
The championships, first held a decade ago, will host riders from across North America at one of the world’s largest dressage competition venues. The event will be held during WEC Dressage I and II competitions.

“The Florida Youth Dressage Championships is known for combining the thrill of competition with a learning experience and educational atmosphere, while also providing an exciting showcase for athletes, their families and friends,” the organizers said. “FYDC upholds the ideals of camaraderie and sportsmanship to set an example for youth riders of dressage.”
 
This year’s event will maintain the same rules as in the past, but will be held at the national level to accommodate a new generation of youth riders.

Each division provides for three tests–team to count for 40%, individual for 40% and freestyle for 20%.

Along with championships in each division, an overall winner with the highest scores at the event will be crowned with the award presentation set for Sunday Mar. 12.

A feature of the event is its focus on education. Special learning opportunities are scheduled for the week, such as a meet-and-greet with elite riders including interviews with past competitors who have gone on to Grand Prix.