DRESSAGE AT DEVON 2019:
An Evolving Tradition
For more than
40 YEARS,
Dressage at Devon
(www.dressageatdevon.org)
has brought something new
and fresh to each show, adding
classes, working with
competitors to make the show
run more smoothly, bringing
in new exhibitions and new
vendors, and creating an
experience that is always a
crowd pleaser.
The show, one of the premier
dressage shows in the world,
has always been known for
top riders, top horses and top
performances. But there is so
much more.
Here’s what’s new for 2019 and some changes you may have missed.
The Largest Open Breed Show in the World
The first three days of the show (Sept 24 – 26, 2019) feature
the largest open breed show in the world, attracting top
breeders from near and far.
Last year the Individual Breed classes (IBC) were moved
from Thursday to Tuesday to facilitate a more relaxed time
schedule and increase the safety of horses and riders. The
response was extremely positive so, this year, the IBC classes
will again be held on Tuesday, followed by the popular
Parade of Breeds. Come cheer on your favorites breed.
Attention Pony Breeders
In response to the increasing popularity of ponies in the
dressage ring, DaD introduced pony only classes that ‘mirror’
the breed division in-hand classes. Due to the enthusiastic
response, the ponies will again show off in the Dixon.
Dressage at Devon is pleased to have partnered with the
National Dressage Pony Cup. Points earned at Dressage
at Devon will count towards year-end awards. For measurement
and show requirements please visit https://www.
dressageponycup.com/breed-show.html.
EQUINE Lifestyle
Looking for Your Next Equine Champion?
Many of the horses (and ponies) brought to DAD’s Breed
Show are the future stars of dressage. But many others
will excel in other equestrian disciplines including hunters,
jumpers and eventing. Horses that are for sale will be identified
with green dots on their bridle numbers.
Top Performances
From Thursday afternoon through Sunday, top riders and
their equine partners will perform at levels from 4th level
through Grand Prix. Friday night features qualifiers for the
Grand Prix and Grand Prix Freestyle. It’s a great opportunity
to watch the same competitors who are vying to show
in Saturday night’s fabulous Grand Prix Freestyle. Visit the
website, check out the schedule and plan your trip to the
2019 show.
Saturday Morning
Adult amateur dressage riders will love the discussion with
Lisa Schmidt, founder of Adult Amateur Dressage Access
(AADA) (www.aadressageaccess.com). Lisa will lead a
discussion on Saturday, September 29, in the picnic area
near the Pub. She will provide insights and tips targeted to
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Jessica Jo Tate on Faberge
– winner of the FEI Grand Prix
Freestyle CDIW, 2018
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