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• Member Event Registration

  • Start
    November 01, 2025
  • End
    December 31, 2026

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  Members,

  If you have an event and would like it on the GDCTA calendar, please "register" with details. There's no fee. 

  
  

  
  

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• 2026 Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year

  • Start
    January 01, 2026
  • End
    December 31, 2026

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  Sponsored by Bouckaert Farm! 

  
  

  In honor of Liz Faso's many years of service to GDCTA specifically as volunteer coordinator, this volunteer program will now be known as the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year.

  
  

  1) $1000.00 to the person with the most hours volunteered at GDCTA events and participating shows (check the events calendar to find the events that will work for you!)

  2) $750.00 to person with the 2nd highest number of hours

  3) $500.00 to person with the 3rd highest number of hours

  4) $250.00 raffle consisting of every volunteer with 24 hrs volunteering

  
  

  This program will run from January 1 through December 31, and will be awarded at the Awards Gala. 

  
  

  Board members, paid positions and Chairs are not eligible.

  LEADERBOARD
  

  Volunteer!  Become a volunteer by registering through each event or contact Volunteer Coordinator:

  Alexis "Aly" Elliott

  ameforward@outlook.com

  305-748-0092

  
  

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  DO YOU HOST GDCTA-RECOGNIZED SCHOOLING SHOWS?

  
  

  Dear GDCTA-recognized schooling show organizers:

  VOLUNTEER INCENTIVE PROGRAM

  The GDCTA is offering your GDCTA-member volunteers an opportunity to participate in the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteers of the Year Award volunteer incentive program by volunteering AT YOUR SHOWS.

  
  

  The GDCTA-member volunteer with the most hours volunteered will win $1000.00, the one with the 2nd most hours will win $750.00, and the 3rd most hours will win $500.00. The remaining volunteers with a minimum of 24 hours will be put into a raffle for $250.00.

  
  

  We are offering this incentive to your show volunteers (we will determine if they are current members) for a $25.00 opt-in fee. That fee covers all your shows in the calendar year. You can pay for that in the Store or here. Or let us know and we can invoice you.

  
  

  At the end of each show, you will send Caren Caverly (ccaverly@comcast.net) a spreadsheet including

  First name

  Last name

  Hours

  2025 Member

  Event

  NOTES

  
  

  for your volunteers names and total number of hours worked on an excel sheet. Under NOTES, please let us know if the volunteer is a family member working for their junior member and give the junior's name.

  GDCTA will promote your shows as participating in this program. If you are interested, let us know.

  
  

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  GDCTA is a member-focused and member-run organization that depends on volunteers!  We encourage you to become involved in any of the many activities we offer.  Have a new idea?  Bring it to the board at a meeting.

  Share the excitement from inside the events: 

  • Meet international judges, competitors, and learn how the competitions work.

  • Scribing at a show is a great educational experience to help you improve as a rider! 

  • Help a Junior rider put a winning sash on her horse for the victory gallop! 

  • Participate as a ring steward in order to better understand our sport. 

  • If you’re a trainer, volunteer your time for a Kudzu Klinic. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• GDCTA Schooling Show Recognition

  • Start
    January 01, 2026
  • End
    December 31, 2026

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  Organize your own GDCTA-Recognized Schooling Show 

  GDCTA Hold Harmless Waiver (or go to https://gdcta.org/Waiver)

  If you are planning to pay for multiple shows, use the "guest" option - add a guest for each show. The recognition fee is $35 per show.

  Annmarie Stockinger

  Schooling Show Recognition Chairperson

  stockingeran@gmail.com

  609-668-3482

  
  

  
  

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  Schooling Shows

  GDCTA recognizes USEF, USDF and/or USEA sanctioned (recognized) horse trials & shows toward year-end awards. 

  GDCTA-Recognized Schooling Show (non-USEF/USDF/USEA-sanctioned) competition results are accepted towards GDCTA year-end awards.

  Beginning in 2021, scores earned during GDCTA-hosted schooling shows will count twice toward GDCTA year-end awards! 

  GDCTA-Recognized Schooling Shows are listed below. Please confirm the shows you plan to attend show “GDCTA-Recognized” and not “Pending.” Your scores count only from GDCTA-Recognized shows. 

   Check with organizers for full details.

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  VOLUNTEER INCENTIVE PROGRAM

  The GDCTA is offering your GDCTA-member volunteers an opportunity to participate in the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteers of the Year Award sponsored by Bouckaert Farm volunteer incentive program by volunteering AT YOUR SHOWS.

  The GDCTA-member volunteer with the most hours volunteered will win $1000.00, the one with the 2nd most hours will win $750.00, and the 3rd most hours will win $500.00. The remaining volunteers with a minimum of 24 hours will be put into a raffle for $250.00.

  We are offering this incentive to your show volunteers (we will determine if they are current members) for a $25.00 opt-in fee. That fee covers all your shows in the calendar year. You can pay for that in the Store or here. Or let us know and we can invoice you.

  
  

  At the end of each show, you will send Caren Caverly (ccaverly@comcast.net) a spreadsheet including

  First name

  Last name

  Hours

  Event Date

  NOTES - Working for a Junior Member?

  
  

  for your volunteers names and total number of hours worked on an excel sheet. Under NOTES, please let us know if the volunteer is a family member working for their junior member and give the junior's name.

  GDCTA will promote your shows as participating in this program. If you are interested, let us know.

  Alexis “Aly” Elliott

  GDCTA Volunteer Coordinator 

  305-748-0092

  ameforward@outlook.com

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• GDCTA Business Directory

  • Start
    January 15, 2026
  • End
    March 31, 2026

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  Annual Members Business Directory - ​ONLINE ONLY

  (view here: https://gdcta.org/directory)

  
  

  Members receive 2 free business listings. Each additional Listing: $10

  
  

  Let GDCTA members know what service or product you have to offer!

  
  

  Place your ad in one of the most highly accessed parts of the Georgia Dressage and Combined Training Association website! The 800+ members of GDCTA use this directory regularly. 

  Deadline for receipt of artwork and payment is March 31st.

  
  

  The files should be Landscape (16:9) and should be JPG or PNG and emailed to webmaster@gdcta.org

  
  

  Ad price: $30 (register to get your ad or buy in the Store)

  
  

  
  

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• GDCTA Training Grant 2026

  • Start
    February 01, 2026
  • End
    June 01, 2026

  Registration is closed

  The GDCTA Grant has been established to provide funding support for GDCTA member-riders who are working to sharpen their riding skills. Four grants of $800* each will be offered to GDCTA members for concentrated work with a trainer of their choice within one year of receiving the grant award.
  

  • First, please register online to let us know you will be applying by June 1st.
  • Second, complete this form (PDF) and email it with appropriate accompanying references and details to Janie Pride at janiepride@yahoo.com 

   

  Mission

  The mission of the GDCTA Grant Program is to provide educational opportunities to members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to and/or excellence in the sport as well as service and ambassadorship within the Association.

   

  The grant is meant for a GDCTA member to have the opportunity to be in a training situation that is not readily available during the course of his/her daily pattern. Grant monies must be used to participate in educational programs that include, but are not limited to: seminars, workshops, clinics and training programs offered by recognized or certified instructors.

   

  Requirements

  These grants represent an investment by GDCTA. The recipient understands that the membership will benefit as a result of the recipient’s experience, therefore it is a requirement that the recipient will:

  • write an article for the GDCTA newsletter, Collected Remarks, for use on the GDCTA website and for GDCTA’s use in other publications

  • give a verbal report at a GDCTA board meeting as soon as possible after their training is complete

  • volunteer at least 8 hours (or the equivalent of one day) at a GDCTA function within a year of receiving the grant.

   

  *I understand that I will receive an initial $600 of the grant after details of my training are confirmed, and one month before my training; the balance in the amount of $200 will be sent to me when the GDCTA newsletter editors receive my training experience article.

  
  

  One grant will be awarded in each of the following categories:

  • Adult Amateur – Dressage

  • Professional

  • Combined Training

  • Jr/YR

   

  Eligibility:

  • GDCTA members in good standing.
  • US Citizen or permanent US resident holding Green card
  • Involvement in a regular riding program with active instruction over the last three years
  • Cannot have won a GDCTA grant within the last two years

  
  

  Opening Date: February 1 / Closing Date: June 1

  Questions? Please contact

  ​

  Janie Pride

  Grant Program Committee Chair

  706-326-4354

  janiepride@yahoo.com

  https://gdcta.wildapricot.org/Programs
  

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  The Equestrian Journal - for winners

  Each GDCTA grant recipient will receive a special journal donated by The Equestrian Journal. Journaling is a great tool to help you organize your thoughts and record your progress.

  ​

  Catherine Respess will also provide a journal coaching session to each grant winner to give them a “leg up” and fully enjoy the power of Journaling!!

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  Learn more:

  https://www.theequestrianjournal.com

  
  

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  Past Winners

  
  

  
  

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• USDF L Program Session C - Auditing

  • Start
    February 21, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    February 22, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Georgia International Horse Park 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway , Conyers, GA

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  Jan 24-25 was canceled. New date: Feb 21-22. Everything else is the same.

  Developed by the USDF Judges’ Committee, this educational training program teaches judge evaluate the correct training of dressage horses.

  If you bought your tickets for this weekend on the other page, you are set! 

  GDCTA members: weekend $75 for Silent Auditors (does not include lunches)

  Non-GDCTA: weekend $85 for Silent Auditors (does not include lunches)

  One day auditing is $50 without lunch or $65 with lunch

  Everyone needs to sign (print out and bring) a GDCTA Hold Harmless Waiver

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  The L Education Program is designed with several goals in mind:

  1. Provide trainers, instructors, competitors and spectators' insight into the evaluative techniques of judging dressage.
  2. Prepare and evaluate candidates who wish to pursue entry into the USEF 'r' Judge Training Program.
  3. Provide continuing education for licensed judges and L graduates.

  This educational training program features selected faculty of experienced, United States Equestrian Federation recognized “S” judges.

  The Program is divided into two parts; each part is made up of three sessions:

  Part 1- “A Judge’s Perspective” is open to all USDF Members; this is the educational foundation of the program.
  

  • Part A November 8-9 Joan Darnell - is an introduction to judging and biomechanics. View Video
  • Part B December 20-21 Kathy Rowse - is about judging criteria for gaits & paces, movements & figures. View Video
  • Part C Jan 24-25 Lisa Schmidt - is about collective marks, equitation, rider biomechanics and basics.

  MORE details from USDF: https://www.usdf.org/education/judge-training/lprogram/index.asp

  
  

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  Demonstration Riders

  There is no demonstration riding cost for test riders. There is a stabling fee at the Horse Park but you can choose to haul in and use your trailer Note - If demonstration riders plan to audit any part of that weekend’s session, they must pay for an auditor spot.

  
  

  Contact Marian Bickers mcbjumper@gmail.com for details.

  
  

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  Refund policy:

  Auditor tickets are nonrefundable and are not eligible for voluntary refunds.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Endel Ots Dressage Clinic

  • Start
    March 13, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    March 15, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Noble Steeds 3452 Arbor Hill Rd, Canton, GA 30115

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  We’re thrilled to announce a Spring Dressage Clinic with international Grand Prix rider and renowned trainer Endel Ots. 

  Endel Ots, a USA Dressage Team Olympian at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, is a 9-time USEF National Champion and 2-time World Breeding Championship competitor, celebrated for his exceptional talent in developing young horses and coaching riders to international success.

  Based in Wellington, Florida, Endel operates his own training and sales business, where he specializes in producing FEI horses and guiding riders of all levels from dedicated amateurs to elite professionals.

  Career Highlights

  • 2024 – United States Olympic Team Rider on Zen Elite’s Bohemian for the Paris Olympics

  • 2022 – USEF 7-Year-Old National Champion on Zen Elite Equestrian’s King’s Pleasure

  • 2020 – Rider of USDF Prix St. Georges Horse of the Year Everdance; USEF National Intermediaire Champion on Everdance

  • 2019 – USEF Intermediaire National Champion on Lucky Strike; U.S. Pan American Team Rider on Lucky Strike for Lima, Peru

  • 2017 – Reserve Champion Developing Horse Prix St. Georges – USEF Young & Developing Horse Grand Prix National Championships; Coached Chase Hickok to top-scoring American rider in the FEI Nations Cup Teams in Falsterbo, Sweden, and Hickstead, England

  • 2016 – National Champion USEF Six-Year-Old Division on Lucky Strike; Competed at the World Young Horse Championships in the Six-Year-Old Division on Lucky Strike; National Champion U.S. Dressage Finals Prix St. Georges; Coached Chase Hickok to Grand Prix Champion & Grand Prix Freestyle Champion – U.S. Dressage Finals Championship; Coached Bebe Davis to Individual Gold Medal at the Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Dressage Championships

  • 2015 – Competed at the World Young Horse Championships in Verden, Germany, in the Six-Year-Old Division on Samhitas; Placed 11th at the World Young Horse Championships in Verden, Germany, in the Five-Year-Old Division on Lucky Strike

  • 2014 – Champion Developing Horse Grand Prix aboard Donatus – USEF Young & Developing Horse Grand Prix National Championships

  • 2012 – Reserve Champion Developing Horse Grand Prix – USEF Young & Developing Horse Grand Prix National Championships

  • 2011 – Alternate on the U.S. Gold Medal Pan American Games Team

  • 2007 – USDF Prix St. Georges and I-1 Freestyle Horse of the Year

  
  

  
  

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  Registration is opening Jan 1. 

  
  

  $700 for Saturday and Sunday March 14 and 15

  11 Spots only for Saturday and Sunday 

  
  

  $350 for Friday March 13 afternoon rides only

  5 Spots only for Friday 

  
  

  
  

  $80 Weekend Auditors Friday afternoon, Saturday, and Sunday (no lunch Friday as it is afternoon only) 

  
  

  $50 for Saturday Only or Sunday Only

  
  

  Weekend Stalls $150

  Friday only Stalls $75

  Haul-in Day fee (tie to trailer) $60

  
  

  
  

  Riders, please email Caren Caverly ccaverly@comcast.net a brief paragraph about your horse and your riding - level, experience, etc.. Auditors are welcome!

  
  

  Everyone needs to sign (print out and bring) a GDCTA Hold Harmless Waiver
  

  
  

  
  

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  Accommodations

  EVEN Hotel Alpharetta (Avalon area)

  2715 Old Milton Parkway

  Alpharetta, GA 30009 

  Phone: 770-869-2546 

  
  

  Also, volunteers are needed for all events. Register if you want to volunteer (and earn hours toward the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year program!) Sign up by using the form on the Volunteer page (scroll down!) https://gdcta.org/Volunteer

  
  

  
  

  Tickets are nonrefundable and are not eligible for voluntary refunds. However, the value of your ticket may be eligible to be applied toward the price of a ticket for another clinic. Riders will receive a refund if a replacement is found.

  
  

  
  

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• GDCTA Spring Fling Schooling Show

  • Start
    April 11, 2026
  • End
    April 12, 2026
  • Location
    Wills Park 11915 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA 30009
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  GDCTA Recognized

  
  

  GDCTA is now using Horse Show Office (http://www.horseshowoffice.com) for online entries for this show and all the others! 

  
  

  GDCTA follows the rules of USEF and USDF including all rules regarding Safe Sport suspended list.

  Prize List (opens Feb 11)

  Closing Date (In Secretary’s hand) – April 3rd

  
  

  Judges: TBA

  
  

  HorseShow.com Show Pass 

  
  

  Thank You to Our Gold Sponsors

  • Atlanta Saddlery

  Members: The show is recognized by the Georgia Dressage and Combined Training

  Association. All rides are Double Points toward year end awards. This counts as 2 separate shows. This means if you show in 1 CT class per day, you will get 4 CT scores. If you show in 2 dressage classes per day, you will get 8 scores. It's possible to qualify for year-end awards in one weekend !

  Also, volunteers are needed!! Contact Aly Elliott amefordward@outlook.com if you want to volunteer (and earn hours toward the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year Program
  

  
  

  For entry, sponsorship, advertising or vendor, and volunteer questions, register or contact:

  Caren Caverly

  ccaverly@comcast.net

  770-713-4025

  
  

  HOST HOTEL

  EVEN Hotel Alpharetta (Avalon area)

  2715 Old Milton Parkway

  Alpharetta, GA 30009 

  Phone: 770-869-2546 

  GDCTA link: (“Social Factor” rate: special 15% off for those booking for GDCTA events)

  1) Team Challenge
  
  Teams can be made of any number (minimum of 2) of riders doing any level. Percentage scores will be added together and averaged to determine a total team score used for placing. CT dressage scores will be converted to dressage percentages. Trophy to the winning team!

  
  

  This is for all you families, instructors, and riders out there who would love to be on a team with friends and family or who want to get a Barn Team together.  

  
  

  To enter the Team Challenge, email Caren Caverly ccaverly@comcast.net with the name of your team and the names of the members of your team. If you want to put a “scramble team” together on the show grounds, drop off the team names with the list of members at the office. The show office will take care of the rest!

  
  

  
  

  2) Atlanta Saddlery Busiest Trainer Award -  the trainer who brings the most students to the show! To enter, have your students list you (the trainer) as "coach" on their entry form. The Office will tally the results.

  
  

  The winner will receive a trophy and a $50 gift certificate to Atlanta Saddlery.

  
  

  3) Best Score Awards - see prize list for details 

  
  

  Good luck and happy riding!

  Refunds:

  Before closing date, fees will be refunded less the office fee. After closing date, all fees are unconditionally nonrefundable, regardless of circumstances, including inclement weather. No exceptions. Returned check & refused Credit Card policy: Void entry and incur a $35 charge. Entry will be wait listed until credit card clears, money order, certified check or cash is received. Do not mail cash.

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• Greater Atlanta Dressage Southern I & II (GADS)

  • Start
    May 09, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    May 10, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Georgia International Horse Park 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers, GA
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  Prize List to come - opens March 1st / Closing April 

  
  

  GDCTA is now using Horse Show Office (http://www.horseshowoffice.com) for online entries for this show and all the others! Horse Show Office Pass.

  
  

  GDCTA follows the rules of USEF and USDF including all rules regarding Safe Sport suspended list.

  
  

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  The judges:  TBA

  
  

  Official Qualifying Competition for the 2026 GAIG/USDF Regional Dressage Championships NDPC Pony Cup Partner

  
  

  These are two separate shows and require two separate entry forms and documentation. Both shows will use the same judges. Qualifying classes will have a different judge each day. Both shows are considered as one competition for the above listed championships. If you are entering both shows, please put all stall information and payment on the FIRST show entry form.

  
  

  Please take a moment to review the new USEF Safe Sport web pages on the USEF website. Competitors are bound by the U.S. Center for SafeSport Code, USEF Safe Sport Policy, and Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP).

  • Competitors must sign the GDCTA Hold Harmless Waiver.

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  Volunteers are needed for all events! Register if you want to volunteer (and earn hours toward the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year). Sign up to Volunteer by contacting Aly Elliott ameforward@outlook.com

  Now accepting advertisers for online program, sponsors, and vendors. 

  Contact Caren Caverly ccaverly@comcast.net

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  Thank You Sponsors:

  • The Harbin Agency

  ~Remember to shop our vendors!~

  COMPETITORS

  
  

  Braiders

    Trish Savard: Reeh89@hotmail.com / 413-244-3763

    Tonya Scruggs: braidbandtails@gmail.com / 678-588- 4280

    Ashley Ivany: 336-209-4594 / @southern.equestrian.elegance

  
  

  Official Photographer:

  High Time Photography, John & Christie Snyder 336-671-4446

  hightimephotography@gmail.com, hightimephotos.com

  
  

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  For the GDCTA year-end Awards Program - scores from this show count twice toward GDCTA year-end awards!!

  
  

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  Refunds:

  Before closing date, fees will be refunded less the office fee. After closing date, all fees are unconditionally nonrefundable, regardless of circumstances, including inclement weather. No exceptions. Returned check & refused Credit Card policy: Void entry and incur a $35 charge. Entry will be wait listed until credit card clears, money order, certified check or cash is received. Do not mail cash.

  
  

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• GDCTA & Area 3 YR Eventing Summer Camp

  • Start
    June 08, 2026
  • End
    June 11, 2026
  • Location
    Stable View 117 Stable Drive, Aiken, SC

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  Summer Camp at Stable View Farm

  Aiken, South Carolina

  Summer Camp is the perfect opportunity to have fun, build confidence, make new friends, and create unforgettable memories. Join us for an exciting week filled with riding, learning, and camaraderie — all set against the beautiful backdrop of Stable View Farm in Aiken, SC.

  
  

  Learn more here: GDCTA - Eventing Summer Camp

  
  

  We can’t wait to see you there!

  
  

  Click here for Application/Entry Form for Participants

  
  

  To participate:

  1) register and pay the non-refundable $350 deposit online here

  2) send Application/Entry form, 2 of the 3 Waivers (below) to Joanne joannemorse1@yahoo.com

  3) set up housing with Joanne (or on your own)

  
  

  Auditors welcome! Must pre-register. Click register to find the auditor options. $50 per day or $125 for 3 days.

  
  

  REQUIRED FORMS

  Application/Entry Form is required. Stable View does an electronic waiver which is required along with the GDCTA waiver and the USEA waiver.

  
  

  • Here’s a link for the Stable View Waiver where participants can electronically sign + submit: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/e/PSjtS7QeGPR5YLtXuDrtHK/
  • USEA Waiver
  • GDCTA Waiver

  
  

  Accommodations

  On-Site Housing

  Limited on-site housing is available and must be booked directly through Joanne. Once full, a waitlist will be started if additional space becomes available.

  To reserve or join the waitlist, email:
  joannemorse1@yahoo.com

  
  

  RV Spots

  A limited number of RV spots are available.

  
  

  Alternate Lodging Options

  • Carriage House Inn – 803-644-5888

  • The Inn at Houndslake – 803-648-9535

  • Fairfield by Marriott – 803-648-7808

  • Hotel Aiken – 803-648-4265

  • Town & Country Inn – 803-642-0270

  • Hampton Inn – 803-648-2525

  • Sleep Inn (Whiskey Rd.) – 803-644-9900

  • Annie’s Inn B&B – 803-649-6836

  • Holiday Inn Express – 803-648-0999

  • Motel 8 – 803-641-8800

  • Comfort Suites – 803-641-1100

  • The Vista (Tiny Homes) – 803-262-5263

  • Clarion Inn & Suites – 803-648-0999

  • Country Inn & Suites, 3270 Whiskey Road – 803-649-4265

  • The Wilcox Inn – 803-648-1898

  Additional lodging options may be found through the Aiken Chamber of Commerce at 803-648-0405.

  
  

  Camp Communication

  Joanne will create a WhatsApp group for all riders. This will be used for important updates during camp, including schedule changes, weather holds, and any real-time announcements.

  
  

  Don’t Miss!

  Group Photo — Wednesday at 6:00 PM (before dinner)
  Wear your camp shirt! We’ll gather behind the pavilion on the cross-country course.

  
  

  Golf Cart Rentals

  Golf cart rentals are available through The Golf Cart Lady.
  703-910-6055

  Please make reservations directly with the company.

  
  

  Contact

  Joanne Morse
  GDCTA VP of Combined Training & USEA Area III Young Rider Coordinator

  joannemorse1@yahoo.com
  770-313-6283

  
  

  
  

  Refund Policy

  Full or partial refund will only be considered due to sickness or injury of horse or rider. A note must be received from doctor or veterinarian and is contingent on acceptance of another camper from the waitlist.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• GDCTA Summer Finals Schooling Show

  • Start
    August 15, 2026
  • End
    August 16, 2026
  • Location
    Wills Park 11915 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA 30009
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  
  

  GDCTA recognized

  
  

  Prize List to come - GDCTA is now using Horse Show Office (http://www.horseshowoffice.com) for online entries for this show and all the others! Horse Show Office Pass info.

  
  

  GDCTA follows the rules of USEF and USDF including all rules regarding Safe Sport suspended list

  SATURDAY

  You may be able to qualify for Sunday's Finals classes that will be held on Sunday.

  SUNDAY

  Lisa Seger Insurance Adult Amateur Medal & Dressage Seat Equitation Championship classes are held on Sunday, August 13. 

  
  

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  Thank you to our Sponsors:

  Atlanta Saddlery

  Lisa Seger Insurance

  
  

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  Now accepting volunteers, advertisers for online program, sponsors, and vendors. 

  Contact Caren Caverly ccaverly@comcast.net

  
  

  HOST HOTEL

  EVEN Hotel Alpharetta (Avalon area)

  2715 Old Milton Parkway

  Alpharetta, GA 30009 

  Phone: 770-869-2546 

  GDCTA link: (“Social Factor” rate: special 15% off for those booking for GDCTA events)

  
  

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  3 fun things for this show:

  1) Team Challenge
  
  Teams can be made of any number (minimum of 2) of riders doing any level. Percentage scores will be added together and averaged to determine a total team score used for placing. CT dressage scores will be converted to dressage percentages. Trophy to the winning team!

  
  

  This is for all you families, instructors, and riders out there who would love to be on a team with friends and family or who want to get a Barn Team together.  

  
  

  To enter the Team Challenge, email Caren Caverly ccaverly@comcast.net with the name of your team and the names of the members of your team. If you want to put a “scramble team” together on the show grounds, drop off the team names with the list of members at the office. The show office will take care of the rest!

  
  

  2) Atlanta Saddlery Busiest Trainer Award -  the trainer who brings the most students to the show! To enter, have your students list you (the trainer) as "coach" on their entry form. The Office will tally the results.

  
  

  The winner will receive a trophy and a $50 gift certificate to Atlanta Saddlery.

  
  

  3) Best Scores Awards

  
  

  Good luck and happy riding!

  
  

  
  

  
  

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  Refunds:

  Before closing date, fees will be refunded less the office fee. After closing date, all fees are unconditionally nonrefundable, regardless of circumstances, including inclement weather. No exceptions. Returned check & refused Credit Card policy: Void entry and incur a $35 charge. Entry will be wait listed until credit card clears, money order, certified check or cash is received. Do not mail cash.

  
  

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• Labor Day Dressage Classic I & II

  • Start
    August 29, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    August 30, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Georgia International Horse Park
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  Prize list to come

  Now accepting advertisers for online program, sponsors, and vendors. 

  Contact Caren Caverly ccaverly@comcast.net

  GDCTA is now using Horse Show Office (http://www.horseshowoffice.com) for online entries for this show and all the others! Horse Show Office pass info.

  
  

  USEF Level 2 Competition

  GDCTA follows the rules of USEF and USDF including all rules regarding Safe Sport suspended list.

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  Also, volunteers are needed for all events! Register if you want to volunteer (and earn hours toward the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year Program

  
  

  Contact our Volunteer Coordinator: 

  Alexis Elliott

  ameforward@outlook.com

  305-748-0092

  
  

  
  

  
  

  *** COMPETITORS ***

  Braiders

  • Trish Savard Reeh89@hotmail.com 413-244-3763

  • Tonya Scruggs braidbandtails@gmail.com 678-588-4280

  
  

  Official Photographer: High Time Photography (hightimephotos.com), hightimephotography@gmail.com, John Snyder: 336-671-4446

  Georgia International Horse Park: https://www.georgiahorsepark.com/

  
  

  
  

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  For the GDCTA members competing - scores from this show count twice toward GDCTA year-end awards!!

  
  

  
  

  Refunds:

  Before closing date, fees will be refunded less the office fee. After closing date, all fees are unconditionally nonrefundable, regardless of circumstances, including inclement weather. No exceptions. Returned check & refused Credit Card policy: Void entry and incur a $35 charge. Entry will be wait listed until credit card clears, money order, certified check or cash is received. Do not mail cash.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Dressage4kids TEAM Clinic & Atlanta Youth Festival

  • Start
    September 04, 2026
  • End
    September 06, 2026
  • Location
    1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers, GA

  Dressage4Kids TEAM Clinic and Atlanta Youth Festival. The competition - read a book and take a written test, ride one dressage test and one equitation class for overall winner!  It’s awesome and UNIQUE!!!

  Lendon Gray's Dressage4Kids TEAM (Training, Education and Mentoring) 2-day Clinic (Fri/Sat) and Atlanta Youth Festival. The Festival is a unique competition with a Saturday evening Kick-Off Dinner with Panel Discussion. Sunday's competition starts with a Written Test, One Dressage Test, and a group Equitation Class for an overall winner. Atlanta is proud to be the 3rd largest D4K Festival in the Country, after New York and Midwest!

  Prize List to come

  
  

  Reading List - Have You Got Your Books Yet? 

  
  

  
  

  Please keep in mind that the FEI age rule applies, which means that as of 1st January, the rider is considered whatever age he/she will reach during that calendar year. For example, if the rider turns 14 anytime during the year 2025, the rider is considered to be 14 for the competition and should read the required reading materials for age 14.

  Contact: Liz Molloy  missliz@taramiaridingschool.com

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  Also, volunteers are needed for all events. Register if you want to volunteer (and earn hours toward the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year!) Sign up by registering or contact Liz Molloy  missliz@taramiaridingschool.com

  
  
  

  Tickets are nonrefundable and are not eligible for voluntary refunds. However, the value of your ticket may be eligible to be applied toward the price of a ticket for another clinic. Riders will receive a refund if a replacement is found.

  
  

  
  

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• GAIG/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships & AFND

  • Start
    October 02, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    October 04, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Georgia International Horse Park

  ✅ Prize List to come

  ✅ You Can Enter at: HORSESHOWOFFICE.com
  Closing Date: 

  Competitors Earn Their Spot!

  Great American/USDF Regional Dressage Championships celebrate the best in our sport.

  COMPETITORS

  • Instructions of Award Ceremonies for Competitors
  • Competitor Information
  • Regional Championship Evaluation survey where competitors can go to file an electronic evaluation survey. 
  • Map of GIHP

  What time do the schooling rings open and close Thursday and Friday?

  --Thursday all day until 7:00.

  --Friday is show day so in the non-show day schooling ring all day and in the show rings after the show is over for the day until 7:00

  
  

  
  

  Don’t Just Watch—Experience It

  
  

  • All weekend: Art Show & Sale: One-of-a-kind pieces in the Legacy Room
  • Thursday: Wine & Cheese Social (sponsored by Triple Crown Feed)
  • Friday: Twilight Vendor Walk

  • Saturday: Dinner Buffet + Entertainment: 

  
  

  Vendors & Sponsors: Be Where the Riders Are

  If you have a product or service riders need, this is your event. (Accepted through Sept 25)

  • Showcase to a high-value audience
  • Sponsor a class or division
  • Advertise in the event program (PDF)
  •  Sponsorship Packet / Downloadable (PDF)
  •  Vendor Application

  
  

  Volunteers Make It Happen

  GDCTA Members who join the volunteer team can earn hours toward the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year Awards sponsored by Bouckaert Farm:

  • $1,000 top prize for most volunteer hours
  • Plus other awards & raffle entries
  • Volunteers should register for the number of days they would like to participate through this event link.
  • Volunteer Coordinator: Alexis Elliott 

  
  

  Contact: Alexis Elliott | ameforward@outlook.com | 305-748-0092

  ✨Event Services

  • Photography: High Time Photography (hightimephotos.com) hightimephotography@gmail.com, John Snyder - 336-671-4446
  • Videography: Richard’s Equine Videography richardsequinevideo@gmail.com 404-308-8713

  
  

  ✨ Braiders:

  • Tonya Scruggs braidbandtails@gmail.com 678-588-4280
  • Ashley Ivany ashleyaivany@gmail.com (336)209-4594
  • Jeanne Abbott braidsbyjeanne@gmail.com 352-266-7994
  • Trish Savard reeh89@hotmail.com 413-244-3763
  • Jenna Farmer farmerj123@live.com 678-425-7309
  • Lacy Moorlag lacey@annwynequestrian.com 231-218-2340
  • Suzannah Rogers suzannah1622@hotmail.com 843-933-0089

  
  

  For GDCTA members - scores from the Atlanta Fall National Dressage show count twice toward 2026 year-end awards! Championship class scores do not count.

  GDCTA follows the rules of USEF and USDF including all rules regarding Safe Sport suspended list.

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  Refunds:

  Before closing date, fees will be refunded less the office fee. After closing date, all fees are unconditionally nonrefundable, regardless of circumstances, including inclement weather. No exceptions. Returned check & refused Credit Card policy: Void entry and incur a $35 charge. Entry will be wait listed until credit card clears, money order, certified check or cash is received. Do not mail cash.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• (advertising) GAIG/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships & AFND

  • Start
    October 02, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    October 04, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Georgia International Horse Park
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  Your Brand, Center Stage at the Region’s Premier Dressage Event

  
  

  This isn’t just a competition—it’s a high-profile celebration of equestrian excellence, drawing hundreds of competitors, passionate spectators, and influential community members. With about 400 top horse-and-rider teams expected to compete, the spotlight is bright and the audience is engaged.

  
  

  As an advertiser, your brand becomes part of the story—visible, respected, and aligned with the elegance and prestige of the sport. From arena banners to digital shoutouts, this is your chance to connect with a loyal, values-driven audience that appreciates quality and community.

  Competitors Earned Their Spot!

  Great American/USDF Regional Dressage Championships celebrate the best in our sport.
  
  

  Spectator Highlights: Don’t Just Watch—Experience It

  • Thursday: Wine & Cheese Social 
  • Friday: Twilight Vendor Walk
  • Saturday: Dinner Buffet + Entertainment
    Art Show & Sale: One-of-a-kind pieces in the Legacy Room
    Dance in the Ring: After-dinner DJ keeps the fun going!

  
  

  Vendors & Sponsors: Be Where the Riders Are

  If you have a product or service riders need, this is your event. (Accepted through Sept 25)

  • Showcase to a high-value audience
  • Sponsor a class or division
  • Advertise in the event program (PDF)
  • Sponsorship Packet / Downloadable (PDF)
  • Vendor Application

  Contact: Alexis Elliott | ameforward@outlook.com | 305-748-0092

  
  

  Volunteers Make It Happen

  Members who join the team can earn credit toward the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year Awards (sponsored by Bouckaert Farm)!

  • $1,000 top prize for most volunteer hours
  • Plus other awards & raffle entries
  • Volunteers should register for the number of days they would like to participate through this event link.
  • Volunteer Coordinator: Alexis Elliott 

  
  

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  Refunds:

  Before closing date, fees will be refunded less the office fee. After closing date, all fees are unconditionally nonrefundable, regardless of circumstances, including inclement weather. No exceptions. Returned check & refused Credit Card policy: Void entry and incur a $35 charge. Entry will be wait listed until credit card clears, money order, certified check or cash is received. Do not mail cash.

  
  

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• (volunteers) GAIG/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships & AFND

  • Start
    October 02, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    October 04, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Georgia International Horse Park
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  ✨ The Magic Behind the Moments — Volunteers Make It Happen ✨

  
  

  Be part of the energy, teamwork, and behind-the-scenes excitement that brings this incredible event to life! From helping prepare arenas to welcoming riders and supporting the action throughout the day, our volunteers are the heart of the experience. Whether you have a few hours or several days, your time makes a real impact — and it’s a fun, rewarding way to connect with the community.

  
  

  Earn credit toward the Liz Faso Memorial Volunteer of the Year Awards (sponsored by Bouckaert Farm!)
  $1,000 top prize for most volunteer hours in a year + additional awards and raffle entries

  
  

  Ready to be part of something special? Sign up for the days you’d like to volunteer through the event link and join the team!

  
  

  Contact Volunteer Coordinator:
  Alexis Elliott | ameforward@outlook.com | 305-748-0092

  
  

  Volunteers should register for the number of days they would like to participate through this event link.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• (vendors) GAIG/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships & AFND

  • Start
    October 02, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    October 04, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Georgia International Horse Park

  Welcome to Dressage at Its Finest

  This is the event of the year—where the region’s most skilled horse-and-rider teams deliver breathtaking performances in pursuit of championship glory. Elegance, power, and precision collide in a showcase that defines the sport.

  
  

  Whether you're riding for the win, cheering from the stands, supporting behind the scenes, or elevating your brand—this is your moment to be part of something unforgettable.

  
  

  Highlights: Don’t Just Watch—Experience It

  • Thursday: Wine & Cheese Social 
  • Friday: Twilight Vendor Walk
  • Saturday: Dinner Buffet + Entertainment
    Art Show & Sale: One-of-a-kind pieces in the Legacy Room
    
    

  
  

  Vendors & Sponsors: Be Where the Riders Are

  If you have a product or service riders need, this is your event. (Accepted through Sept 25)

  •  Showcase to a high-value audience
  •  Sponsor a class or division
  •  Advertise in the event program (PDF)
  •  Sponsorship Packet / Downloadable (PDF)
  •  Vendor Application

  
  

  Contact: Alexis Elliott | ameforward@outlook.com | 305-748-0092

  
  

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  Thank you to our vendors!

  ️ Shop while you show!

  
  

  
  

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  Refunds:

  Before closing date, fees will be refunded less the office fee. After closing date, all fees are unconditionally nonrefundable, regardless of circumstances, including inclement weather. No exceptions. Returned check & refused Credit Card policy: Void entry and incur a $35 charge. Entry will be wait listed until credit card clears, money order, certified check or cash is received. Do not mail cash.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• (sponsors) GAIG/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships & AFND

  • Start
    October 02, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    October 04, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Georgia International Horse Park

  The Pinnacle of Precision. The Heart of Horsepower.

  This isn’t just another event—it’s the dressage spectacle of the year, where the region’s finest horse-and-rider pairs deliver unforgettable performances in pursuit of glory.

  
  

  Whether you're riding into the arena, cheering from the stands, showcasing your brand, or supporting the sport behind the scenes—this is your moment to be part of something extraordinary.

  
  

  Vendors & Sponsors: Be Where the Riders Are

  If you have a product or service riders need, this is your event. (Accepted through Sept 25)

  • Showcase to a high-value audience
  • Sponsor a class or division
  • Advertise in the event program (PDF)
  • Sponsorship Packet / Downloadable (PDF)
  • Vendor Application

  Contact: Alexis Elliott | ameforward@outlook.com | 305-748-0092

  
  

  Competitors Earned Their Spot!

  Great American/USDF Regional Dressage Championships celebrate the best in our sport.
  
  

  Spectator Highlights: Don’t Just Watch—Experience It

  • Thursday: Wine & Cheese Social 
  • Friday: Twilight Vendor Walk
  • Saturday: Dinner Buffet + Entertainment
    Art Show & Sale: One-of-a-kind pieces in the Legacy Room
    Dance in the Ring: After-dinner DJ keeps the fun going!

  
  

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  Refunds:

  Before closing date, fees will be refunded less the office fee. After closing date, all fees are unconditionally nonrefundable, regardless of circumstances, including inclement weather. No exceptions. Returned check & refused Credit Card policy: Void entry and incur a $35 charge. Entry will be wait listed until credit card clears, money order, certified check or cash is received. Do not mail cash.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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