USDF Sport Horse Seminar

2025 USDF Sport Horse Seminar

Expand Your Eye and Expertise

Hilltop Farm, Colora, MD

November 8-9, 2025

Designed for riders, trainers, breeders, and judges alike, the USDF Sport Horse Seminar is an essential educational experience for anyone involved in breeding or developing dressage horses. Whether you're evaluating prospects, preparing for inspections, or honing your judging skills, this seminar offers valuable insights into conformation, movement, and competition structure.

Topics will include:

• In-depth analysis of conformation and movement for both dressage prospects and breeding stock
• A comprehensive look at the structure, purpose, and judging criteria of USDF Sport Horse competitions and championships
• Live evaluations with horses of varying ages and breeds, blending classroom learning with hands-on in-the-ring sessions
• Discussion of best practices for handlers, owners, and breeders in preparing horses for the show ring

Featuring

Gwen Ka’awaloa
USEF Licensed 'S' Dressage Judge, 'R' DHSB Judge

Sue Mandas
USEF 'S' Judge with Freestyle, Equitation, and Young Horse Designations, 'R' DSHB Judge

This seminar is being held in conjunction with the USEF/USDF DSHB Judges Clinic. Separate registration is required and will be held November 9-10, 2025.

Need more information? Contact sporthorse@usdf.org