United States Dressage Federation

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The United States Dressage Federation, or the USDF, is the national membership federation for the equestrian sport of dressage. As a recognized international discipline association of the USEF, the Federation is committed to education, recognition of achievement and promotion of dressage in the United States.[1] [2]

The USDF was founded in 1973 by Lowell Boomer in Lincoln, Nebraska.[3] He served as its first CEO for its first sixteen years.[4] It offers year-end awards for every level of competition, as well as different breeds, junior and young riders, and adult amateur riders.[5] It also puts on the US Dressage Finals annually, which includes classes from training level through the Grand Prix for all age level.[6]

The USDF also has an instructor certification program, and offers many clinics for riders of all levels.

The Executive Board has four officers, nine regional directors, and three at-large directors. As of 2023, the president is George Williams.[7]

References

  1. ↑ "About USDF". usdf.org. Retrieved February 27, 2024.
  2. ↑ "Recognized Affiliate Associations". US Equestrian. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
  3. ↑ "History of USDF". usdf.org. Retrieved February 27, 2024.
  4. ↑ "US Equestrian". US Equestrian. Retrieved February 3, 2026.
  5. ↑ website@usdf.org. "USDF, Your Connection to the American Dressage Community". USDF, Your Connection to the American Dressage Community. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
  6. ↑ Release, Press; Daily, Horses (August 13, 2024). "US Dressage Finals 2024 - What You Need to Know". HorsesDaily. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
  7. ↑ "New United States Dressage Federation Executive Board in Place for 2023". eurodressage.com. January 25, 2023. Retrieved February 27, 2024.
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