About Us

The Georgia Dressage & Combined Training Association (GDCTA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization dedicated to promoting the equestrian sports of dressage and combined training (eventing). Run entirely by volunteers, the association and its members regularly organize and sponsor various activities designed to heighten its members' and the general public's knowledge of and appreciation for dressage and combined training.

GDCTA belongs to Zone 4 of US Equestrian Federation (USEF). In addition, GDCTA is a Region 3 Group Member Organization of the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) and an Area III Associate Member of the United States Eventing Association (USEA). GDCTA is the largest organization of its kind in the southeastern United States, boasting nearly 700 members. GDCTA members range from first-time riders to  Olympians.

 

 

 

A Short History of the GDCTA

The Georgia Dressage and Combined Training Association (GDCTA) began in 1974 when a handful of metro Atlanta dressage enthusiasts banded together to form an organization to promote the art and sport of dressage in the state of Georgia. That early organization, known as the Greater Atlanta Dressage Association (GADA), sponsored Georgia's first-ever dressage competition in April 1974 at a farm just north of Atlanta. The judge at that competition was a local youngster named Robert Dover, who has since gone on to represent the U.S. in dressage in four Olympic games.

GADA held its first Nationally-recognized dressage show, The Greater Atlanta Dressage Southern, in April 1974. The Southern has since turned into an annual spring event in Georgia, drawing riders from all over the southeastern United States to compete under nationally and internationally-recognized judges. A second Nationally-recognized competition, the Atlanta National Fall Dressage Show, is held in autumn each year. In 1995, the fall show was held in conjunction with the United States Dressage Federation Region 3 Championships, hosted by GDCTA at the then brand-new Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers, Georgia, site of the 1996 Olympic equestrian competition.

To accommodate a growing state-wide interest in combined training and eventing, it wasn't long before GADA voted to include this discipline also, changing its name to the Georgia Dressage & Combined Training Association to reflect this expanded focus. GDCTA is an active supporter of the combined training endeavors of its members, sponsoring cross-country schooling days at area farms each year, as well as cross-country and stadium jumping clinics with noted eventing trainers from around the world.

Now, three decades after its humble beginnings, GDCTA is one of the most dynamic equestrian organizations in the state, offering a year-round slate of events. On any given weekend, you might find a Dressage Competition, a Horse Trial, or even an International Three Day Event - sometimes a combination of all of these - going on somewhere in Georgia. Always GDCTA is there, providing educational and/or organizational assistance and volunteer support, encouraging new organizers and new riders while cheering on the advanced competitors as well.

GDCTA looks forward to an exciting future as more and more people throughout Georgia and the southeastern United States discover the thrill of dressage and combined training.

 

By Laws of the Georgia Dressage and Combined Training Association

PDF Version of Bylaws

ARTICLE I

The name of the Organization shall be GEORGIA DRESSAGE AND COMBINED TRAINING  ASSOCIATION, INC.

ARTICLE II

The purpose of the GEORGIA DRESSAGE AND COMBINED TRAINING ASSOCIATION, INC.  is to further the art of classical dressage and combined training. Dressage as an equestrian art  is intended to create an athletic horse, calm, supple, and keen, and in a state of perfect  understanding with the rider. Dressage and Combined Training encourage the total development of the equine athlete, on the flat and over fences.  The program of the Association shall be educational through a framework of clinics, instructional shows, and teaching and judging forums, with all the intention of further promoting a better understanding between the individual horse and rider and among the general public.

ARTICLE III - MEMBERSHIP

There shall be three classes of membership: Senior members, Junior members, and Family members. These members shall be classified as follows:

  1. Senior Members shall consist of all persons eighteen (18) years and over with an active interest in the purpose of the Association as described in the Constitution, and who have paid their annual dues and assessments. Senior members have one (1) vote each.
  2. Junior Members shall consist of all persons under eighteen (18) (as of January 1) with an active interest in the purpose of the Association as described in the Constitution, and who have paid their annual dues and assessments. Junior memberships do not carry voting privileges.
  3. Family Members (to include parents and/or guardians and those children living at home) shall consist of all persons with an active interest in the purpose of the Association as described in the Constitution, and who have paid their annual dues and assessments. Family members have two (2) votes.
  4. Lifetime Members shall be awarded at the discretion of the Board of Directors. These memberships are reserved for individuals who have been members of the United States Equestrian Team, United States Olympic Team, or have contributed outstanding service to the Association while members.

ARTICLE IV – ASSESSMENTS

Section 1. Annual dues shall be established by the Board of Directors and the Board of Directors shall submit the amount of each class of dues to the Newsletter Editor for inclusion in the newsletter. The Association Memberships Year will run from December 1st to November 30th of the following year.
Section 2. Members who have not paid their dues by February 15 shall be delinquent and shall be deemed not in good standing with the Association. However, upon payment of his dues, a member shall automatically become in good standing with the Association. Section 3. To be eligible to participate in Association programs that are for members only, dues for the current year must be paid in full and are not etroactive.


ARTICLE V - OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS


Section 1. The officers shall consist of President, Vice President-Dressage, Vice President-Combined Training, Recording Secretary, corresponding Secretary, and Treasurer.
Section 2. All officers shall be elected from senior or primary family members who are in good standing. The Nominations Committee may not consider non-members for board positions.
Section 3. All Officers shall be elected annually.
Section 4. The Board of Directors shall consist of six members and the current officers of the Association. All directors other than the officers shall serve two year terms with three of the six being elected in alternating years. The outgoing President shall be an ex-officio member of the
Board of Directors. The Board of Directors shall be elected from senior or primary family members in good standing. Non-members may not be considered for positions on the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE VI - COMMITTEES


Section 1. There shall be such standing and temporary committees as are deemed necessary to carry on the work of the Association.
Section 2. Committee Chairmen shall be appointed by the President.

ARTICLE VII - MEETINGS

Section 1. The President shall call one (1) Annual Meeting per year of the General Membership. This meeting shall be held during the month of November. At this meeting, annual reports from the President, both Vice Presidents, both Secretaries, Treasurer and all committees shall be presented to the membership.
Section 2. The Association shall hold not less than two events each year. These events shall feature educational and/or competitive activities that further the purpose of the Association.
Section 3. The President or either Secretary may call a business meeting of the Association or Board of Directors with fourteen (14) days notice.

ARTICLE VIII - AMENDENTS

Section 1. Amendments to the By-Laws shall be made by active or family members and may be amended, altered, or rescinded by a majority of the senior and family members present in person or by proxy at any special meeting called for that purpose, provided, however, a quorum is present.

A quorum for such a vote and for such a purpose as mentioned aforesaid shall constitute twelve (12) percent of the senior and family members in good standing.

ARTICLE IX - DUTIES OF OFFICERS

Section 1. The President shall prepare the agendas for and preside over all meetings of the Association and over the meetings of the Board of Directors. The President shall appoint all committee chairmen, subject to the approval of the Board. The President shall be an ex-officio member of all committees except the Nominations Committee. The President and two Vice Presidents shall act as representatives of the Association. The Vice President of Dressage shall be considered 1st Vice President and the Vice President of Combined Training shall be considered 2nd Vice President.
Section 2. The Vice Presidents shall have the following duties:
The 1st Vice President shall serve in the President’s absence and the 2nd Vice President shall serve in the absence of President and 1st Vice President.
To contact and discuss regularly with the President, affairs and current matters affecting the Association.
Vice President-Dressage shall be primarily responsible for promoting dressage in Georgia.
Vice President-Combined Training shall be primarily responsible for promoting Combined Training in Georgia.
Section 3. The Corresponding Secretary shall have the following duties:
Attend to all correspondence of the Association and shall read orally communications at the meetings of the Board of Directors, or optionally at meetings of the Association.
Shall notify all Board of Directors of meeting dates and locations, and shall attend to other matters pertaining to meeting procedures, as directed by the President.
Section 4. The Recording Secretary shall have the following duties:
Shall take minutes of each meeting of the Association and Board of Directors.
When appropriate shall prepare and mail ballots for election of Officers, amendments to the By-Laws, and other ballots designated by the Board of Directors.
Either Secretary at his or her discretion may obtain assistance from any member of the Association for an individual or continuing job necessary for the administration of the business of the Association.
Section 5. The Treasurer shall have the following duties:
Shall handle all funds received and paid out by the Association.
Shall bank funds in a bank approved by the Executive Board.
Shall issue receipts for monies paid into the Association.
Shall maintain a complete record of all business transactions and be prepared to report on the financial status of the Association at all times.
Section 6. The Directors shall attend the Board of Directors meeting. They may serve as chairmen of a committee if and when appointed. They shall be sensitive to the thoughts and wishes of the Association membership.
It shall be the duty of the Officers in consultation with the Board of Directors to conduct the business of the Association between meetings of the membership. The Board of Directors shall be called when deemed necessary to carry on the activities of the Association.
Special meetings of the Board of Directors shall be called when deemed necessary by the President or either Vice President. Five members shall constitute a quorum.
Section 7. Each Officer at the expiration of this term of office whether through course of time, death, disability or otherwise, shall transfer all records pertaining to his office to the succeeding officer within two (2) weeks of such expiration.

ARTICLE X - ELECTION OF DIRECTORS


Section 1. There will be twelve members of the Board of Directors of which six are elected from senior and family members and the remaining six are current Officers. The President, Vice Presidents, Corresponding Secretary, Recording Secretary, and Treasurer shall be elected for one year terms and stand for election every year. The directors shall serve terms of two years with three directors standing for election each year.

Section 2. The President shall appoint a Nominations committee after June 1st, but before July 1st. The Nominations committee shall consist of two members of the Board of Directors whose terms do not expire during the year in question, and one person from the general Membership.

The Nominations Committee shall nominate a minimum of three persons and a maximum of six persons to fill the expiring directorships and submit these names to the Recording Secretary in September for printing and mailing of ballots to the membership. Ballots are to be mailed to the General Membership in September no later than September 30th. The Nominations Committee shall also submit these names to the senior and family members at the Annual Meeting.

Nominations will also be accepted from the floor.

Election of Directors shall be by a majority vote of the senior and family members present in person or by signed written proxy at the Annual Meeting. Voting shall be by secretballot.

In the case of resignation, death, disability or other vacancy in the Board of Directors, said Board shall appoint someone from the active senior or primary family members in good standing to fill the unexpired term of such director.

ARTICLE XI - ELECTION OF OFFICERS


Section 1. At the Annual General Meeting in November, the Officers shall be elected by senior and family members. They shall be elected to serve the term of one (1) year. Only senior and family members, in good standing, who are 18 years of age shall be eligible to hold office.

Section 2. The President shall appoint a Nominations committee After June 1st, but before July 1st. The Nominations committee shall consist of two members of the Board of Directors whose terms do not expire during the year in question, and one person from the general Membership.
The Nominations Committee shall nominate six persons to fill the expiring officerships and submit these names to the Recording Secretary in September for printing and mailing of ballots to the membership. Ballots are to be mailed to the General Membership in September no later than September 30th. he Nominations Committee shall also submit these names to the senior and family members at the Annual Meeting.
Nominations will also be accepted from the floor.
Election of officers shall be by majority vote of the senior and family members present in person or by signed written proxy at the Annual Meeting. Voting shall be conducted by secret ballot.
In the case of resignation, death, disability or other vacancy in the by an Officer(s), said Board shall appoint someone from the active senior or primary family members in good standing to fill the unexpired term of such officer.


ARTICLE XII - REMOVAL OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS

Section 1. Any Officer or Director may be removed with or without cause by a 66 2/3% (twothirds) majority of the senior and primary family members present in person or by signed written proxy at any special meeting called for that purpose, provided, however, a quorum is present. A quorum for such a vote shall constitute fifty (50) percent of the senior and primary family members in good standing in person or by signed written proxy.
Section 2. Any Officer or Director suffering three (3) or more unexcused absences from meetings of the Board of Directors in any one calendar year shall automatically stand removed form his Office/Board position. The Board shall appoint a person who is a senior or primary family member in good standing to fill the unexpired term of office of such Office/Board position.


ARTICLE XIII - VOTING


Section 1. All senior members in good standing, 18 years of age (as of January 1) or over shall be entitled to one vote each.
Section 2. Each family membership shall be entitled to two votes.
Section 3. Any and all voting may either be by signed written proxy or in person at the Annual Meeting or any special meetings of the Association
Section 4. Voting for officers and directors at the Annual General Membership Meeting may be done by signed written proxy. Voting at a Board of Directors meeting may be done by signed written proxy.
Section 5. All signed written proxies must be received by the Recording Secretary prior to any meeting. In order for a proxy to be valid, all signed written proxies must be recorded by the Recording Secretary prior to the meeting being called to order.

 

Officers
President Rick Cohn 770-442-5033 email
VP - Dressage Destre' Meyer 770-234-0203 email
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       

GDCTA Officers

Meet the GDCTA Board and Committee Directors

GDCTA is led by your peers and exists to serve our members' needs. If you would like to be involved with committee or just have general suggestions, please contact the appropriate member.
 
President Rick Cohn 770-442-5033 email
VP Dressage Destre' Meyer 770-234-0203 email
VP Combined Training Peri Lambros 678-372-4105 email
Recording Secretary Ann Modi 770-667-6142  email
Corresponding Secretary Liz Faso 770-921-3848  email
Treasurer Don Faso 770-921-3848  email
Board Member Caren Caverly 770-713-4025  email
Board Member Julie Shannon 770-569-9555  email
Board Member Chris Erbskorn 770-940-0888  email
Board Member Mary Lou Freil 770-667-9274  email
Board Member Melody Moore Jackson 404-497-0783  email
Board Member Lynn Marks 770-507-0464  email

 

Committees


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Awards - Schooling Show

Lynn Marks - 770-507-0464 (between 8:00am - 9:30pm)

Horse Show Chair

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Awards - Recognized Show

Mary Lou Freil - 770-667-9274 (before 10:00pm)

Recognized Show Coodinator

Liz Faso - 770-921-3848
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Open

Show Recognition Chair

Caren Caverly - 770-713-4025

Kudzu Klinics

John Kludt - 770-891-8091

Membership Chair

Liz Faso - 770-921-3848

Newsletter Editor

Don Faso - 770-921-3848

Sponsorship Chair

Open

Scholarship Chair

Dennie Kludt - 404-683-8409

Website Manager

Mary Lou Freil - 770-667-9274
 

 

GDCTA Contact Information
General Information
 
If you have questions concerning memberships see our Membership page or contact Liz Faso directly.
For questions and information about GDCTA schooling show recognition, contact Caren Caverly.
For questions about end of the year awards points, contact Lynn Marks for schooling show questions or Mary Lou Freil for USEF recognized show.
 
Website contact
 
To get an event added to the calendar go to the calendar submission page.
To get a link added to the links page contact the webmaster.
To report a problem with the website contact the webmaster.
 
Newsletter/Directory Advertising
 
Advertising information, rates and schedule see the Advertising page or contact Don Faso directly.

 

GDCTA Awards Program

award pictureGDCTA Awards Program

The Annual GDCTA Awards serve to recognize the hard work and dedication of our members.
 

Award General Rules

  • The Awards year begins on Nov. 1 of the previous year and will end on Oct 31st of the current year.
  • To compete in the Awards Program, send in a Rider Report Form properly filled out in the discipline competing, and you will be automatically registered in that discipline. If you forget to get it signed at the show, just fill out your RRF and send it in along with proof of your scores (Dressage) or placing (CT).
  • Rider Report Forms must be postmarked or received no later than 20 days after the show. This deadline will be strictly adhered to due to the method of tabulating awards. Fax or email are prefered methods as you can then prove that you sent it in.
  • Keep the originals and send copies. That's not required but is a good idea.
  • You will be notified withing 7 days that your RRF has been received. If you do not hear from us within that time frame, call or email. You will have 30 days from the date of the show to correct any mistakes.
  • It is the rider's responsibility to make sure we have received your form. Check - often.
  • Point tabulation based on placing in a class will only apply for CT. See CT rules for details.
  • Points for Dressage are calculated based on percentages earned. See Dressage rules for details.

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GDCTA Schooling Show Recognition Information

horseGDCTA Recognition & Show Information

If you are organizing a schooling show and wish to have it GDCTA Recognized (so riders can use the scores towards our end of the year awards), please download and submit the 2009 Recognition forms. Please review the other information and specifications/guidelines we have provided. For specific questions email the show recognition chairperson.

Membership Information

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GDCTA is a GMO (Group Member Organization) of the United States Dressage Federation. Your GDCTA membership year runs December 1 through November 30 each year. New applications received after October 1 will be applied to the next membership year.
 
As a member you'll receive:
    • Eligibility for GDCTA year-end awards in dressage and combined training with both USEF recognized and schooling show divisions
    • Free subscription to the association's monthly newsletter, Collected Remarks
    • USDF Group Membership and eligibility to compete at USDF-recognized shows
    • Eligibility to participate in USDF Rider Award  programs
    • The annual Membership Directory
    • A free link on the GDCTA.org website
    • Exclusive members-only Kudzu Klinics
    • Eligibility for the GDCTA Grant Program
 
 
We offer three types of memberships:
  1. Senior (18 years and over) - $55.00
  2. Junior (under 18 years) - $45.00
  3. Family (Parent/Guardian and one other family member. Each additional family member is $10.00 each) - $65.00
To join GDCTA, print out a Membership  Application, fill it out and send it with your check to:
 
Liz Faso
445 Bruce Way
Lilburn, GA 30047-3025
 
For more information email the membership chair.

Volunteer Information

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. Scribing at a show is a great educational experience and will make you a better rider! If you're a trainer, volunteer your time for a Kudzu Klinic... Have a new idea? Bring it to the board at a meeting.

GDCTA is currently in the process of expanding our list of volunteers for 2010. Now is your chance to give back to the organization that continually strives to make your dressage and eventing dreams and goals a reality. We are in constant need of volunteers for our wonderful recognized shows, schooling shows and many other activities.

Please plan on setting a day aside this year for GDCTA. Volunteering is fun and educational! Never volunteered before? No problem! We'll walk you through it. Complete training provided!

Our volunteer coordinator is Liz Faso. Contact her via email or phone at 770-921-3848

Grant Information

Mission

The mission of the GDCTA Scholarship Program is to provide educational opportunites to members who have demonstrated exceptional committment to and/or excellence in the sport as well as service and ambassadorship within the Association.
The GDCTA Grant has been established to provide funding support for GDCTA member-riders who are working to sharpen their riding skills. Five grants of $500 each will be offered in 2010 to  GDCTA members for concentrated work with a trainer of their choice within one(1) year of receiving the grant award. One grant will be awarded in each of the following categories:
  1. Adult Amateur - Dressage
  2. Professional - Dressage
  3. Combined Training
  4. Jr/Yr
  5. Board Member (Board members are not eligible for any of the other grants.)
The grant is meant for a GDCTA member to have the opportunity to be in a training situation that is not readily availalbe during the course of his/her daily pattern. Grant monies must be used to particpate in educational programs that include, but are not limited to: seminars, workshops, clinics and training programs offered by recognized or certified instructors.
 

Complete Rules

 Application

Eligibility

  1. GDCTA members in good standing for the last two consecutive years.
  2. US Citizen or permanent US resident holding Green card
  3. Involvement in a regular riding program with active instruction over the last three years

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:
  1. write an article for the GDCTA newsletter, Collected Remarks, for use on the GDCTA website and for GDCTA's use in other publications
  2. give a verbal report at a GDCTA board meeting as soon as possible after their training is complete
  3. volunteer at least 8 hours (or the equivalent of one day) at a GDCTA function within a year of receiving the grant.

Scholarship Committee Chair

Dennie Kludt
11165 Highfield Chase Drive
Duluth, GA 30097
770-751-7204

Kudzu Klinic Information

This program is designed to provide low cost instruction of correct basics for low level riders and their horses. The format may vary slightly with each clinic, but generally there will be six groups with two to three riders in each session. Lectures may be given at the clinics. Auditors may sign up at the clinic, but pre-registration would be appreciated so that the lecturer can bring enough material for all participants.

You must be a GDCTA member to ride. A copy of a current negative Coggins certificate must be sent with entry. Riders must include payment with entry to reserve a place in each clinic. Make checks payable to GDCTA.

Fees:
Rider -$20.00
Auditor - $10.00
 
For more information, please contact John Kludt (770-891-8091).

Schedule

Clinic Date Clinician and Type Location Forms
 March 20th  GiGi Nutter - Dressage  Stepping Stone Farm, Canton, GA

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 May 8th  Jos Sevriens - Dressage  Blalock Lakes, Newnan, GA

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Registration
 June 26th  Woodall - Musical Freestyles  Stepping Stone Farm, Canton, Ga

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Registration
 Sept 18  Barbara Handley - Dressage  Stepping Stone Farm, Canton, Ga

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Registration
 Sunday, Nov 7  Beth Stelzleni - CT  Wishing Tree Farm, Danielsville, Ga

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Registration
 
*After closing date, contact John Kludt for availability.
** Please note, all entries must include a signed copy of the GDCTA Hold Harmless agreement. **

Past Kudzu Klinics
Date
Information
June 26, 2010
Freestyle - Marissa and Johnny Woodall,
Stepping Stone Farm, Canton, GA
May 8, 2010
Dressage - Jos Sevriens
Blalock Lakes, Newnan, GA
March 20, 2010
Dressage - Gigi Nutter
Stepping Stone Farm, Canton, GA
July 11, 2009
Dressage - Sandy Osborne
After The Fox Farm, Madison GA
Feb. 28, 2009
Eventing - Lauren Weil
Big Time Eventing, Alpharetta GA
Sept. 27, 2008
Dressage - Carol Ludwig
Greenbriar Farm, Watkinsville, GA
July 26, 2008
CT - Julia Burns
Foxberry Farm, Dallas, GA
May 10, 2008
Dressage - Dennie Kludt
Foxberry Farm, Dallas, GA
March 22, 2008
Dressage - Shirley Singleton
Rhythm and Balance Equestrian Center, Milledgeville, GA
Oct. 14, 2007
Imtiaz Anees - Jumping
Moreland, GA
June 2, 2007
Susan Stedman - Dressage
One Step Ahead Farm, McDonough, GA
April 14-15, 2007
Chris Krowchuk - Dressage
Camelot Farm, Moreland, GA
Jan. 14, 2006
Danielle Herubin - Dressage
Foxberry Farm, Dallas, GA
Nov. 5, 2006
Suzanne Dansby-Phelps - International FEI Rider/Trainer
Panther Brook Farm, Moreland, GA
Sept. 10, 2006
Imtiaz Anees - Jumping, Olympic Three-Day Eventer
Foxberry Farm, Dallas, GA
June 10, 2006
Chris Pritchard - Dressage
"Lunchtime Special Exhibition: Free-Jumping featuring High Valley Hanoverians' Sport Horses"
May 7, 2006
Kayce Redmond - Dressage
E-Quest, Canton, GA
April 22, 2006
Joy Hirsch - Cross Country - "The Starting Box"
Cotton Hill Farm, Maysville, GA
March 18, 2006

Shelly Rahiya - Stadium Jumping
Owenmore Springs Farm, Powder Springs, GA
Nov. 5, 2005

Chris Erbskorn - Dressage
Sonora Frams, Canton, GA

Sept. 11, 2005
Raechel Mason - Dressage for Better Jumping
The Arena at Red Gate, Canton, GA
July 10, 2005
Jumping with Mary Frankel
Sonora Farms, Alpharetta, GA
June 4, 2005
Amber Clark - Dressage and Lecture by Farrier Derek Perry
Just Farm, Alpharetta, GA
Oct. 10, 2004
Ajaz Sugier and Lecture by Farrier Chuck Bussey
HorseFeather Farm
Sept. 26, 2004
Barbara Handley
Twelve Oacks Farm, Buford GA
August 8, 2004
Dressage with Anke Boersma
July 24, 2004
Dressage with Julie Shannon and "Breeding the SportHorse" lecture by Chris Hutchins
Shannondale Farm
July 11, 2004
XC with Johanna Dufort and "The Start Box" lecture by Bill Scholly
Chelford Farm in Buckhead
June 27, 2004
Dressage and SJ with GiGi Nutter and "Starting the Young Horse" lecture by Kathy Norton
Panther Brook Farm in Moreland
May 22, 2004
Stadium Jumping / Kimberly Wikholm
Turning Leaf Farm, Alpharetta, GA
Nov.8, 2003
Kimberly Wikholm-XC
Turning Leaf Farm, Alpharetta, GA
Sept.27, 2003
Amanda Persons-Dressage
Applewood Farm, Alpharetta, GA
Sept. 6, 2003

Zeb Fry-Jumping - Little Kentucky Farm
Lecture: Race Horse to Sport Horse by Elizabeth Wood
Aug. 23, 2003
Cris Erbskorn - Dressage Klinic
May 3-4, 2003

Clinician: Ann Genovese
Ride-A-Test and Private 30 min Dressage lessons
Lecture: "Self Carriage" (Sat) and Longeing Lesson demonstration (Sun)
Ledgerly Farm in Stone Mountain
March 29, 2003

Clinician: Johanna Dufort - XC Clinic
Lecture: The Starting Box
Chelford Farm
March 1, 2003
Clinician: Susan Dye - Dressage
Lecture: Ross Davis, MS, ATC “Injury Prevention for Equestrians”
October, 2002

Jumping Kudzu Klinic with Tawn Edwards

Board Meetings

GDCTA Board Meetings

 
GDCTA is lead by your peers and exists to serve our member's needs. If you would like to be involved, have suggestions or just want to see what goes on behind the scenes, please join us.
 
When: 3rd Monday of every month
Time: 7:00pm
Place: The offices of Richard Jones, 1117 Perimeter Center West, Atlanta, GA 30338
 

Directions

Once you turn into the office park, enter at the North Entrance with the canopy and sign in. The meeting is held in the conference room, which is in the West Lobby. Ask directions to the room when you sign in.

Past Show Results

GDCTA Summer Dressage and CT Schooling Show, Wills Park - August 7-8, 2010

Greater Atlanta Dressage Southern, GIHP - April 10-11, 2010

Atlanta National Fall Dressage, GIHP, Oct 10-11, 2009

GDCTA Summer Dressage and CT Schooling Show, Wills Park - August 8-9, 2009

Greater Atlanta Dressage Southern, GIHP - April 11-12, 2009

Atlanta National Fall Dressage, GIHP - October 18-19, 2008

Greather Atlanta Dressage Southern, GIHP - April 12-13, 2008

Fall Dressage and CT Halloween Schooling Show - GIHP, October 20-21, 2007

Southern Hospitiatliy Dressage Breeders Classic I & II, GIHP - September 15-16, 2007

GAIG/USDF Region 3 Championships and Atlanta Fall National, GIHP - October, 2006

Prize Lists & Entry Forms

GDCTA Dreassage & CT Schooling Show

Southern Hospitality Dressage Breeders Classic

ANFD/Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Championships

From the Judge's Perspective

GDCTA Adult Camp

Annual Member Directory
There are nearly 700 members of GDCTA and every member will use this directory to regularly contact their friends, trainers and other equine professionals. Members receive 2 free business listings. Remember to send in the form on time to be included. Advertising is welcome in the Yellow Pages section.
 

Deadline: March 31

Horse Show Programs
You can help us support a stronger dressage community by competing, advertising in our program or being a class sponsor. As a class sponsor, your name will be announced at the time of the class and will be printed in a header above the class in the show program. Program advertising is available as well see the following information
 
 
Deadline: March 27

Collected Remarks

Collected Remarks is the official publication of the Georgia Dressage and Combined Training Association, Inc. (GDCTA). Sent monthly to nearly 700 equine enthusiasts; it is full of informative articles, member ads, clinic information, and our regional calendar of events. To receive current copies of the newsletter you must be a member of GDCTA.
 
The editor encourages members to submit original articles, photographs, and artwork for possible publication. We will make every effort to include submissions received on disk or by email, by the deadline in the next issue. The goal of Collected Remarks is to serve the needs of the membership. Feel free to contact the editor anytime with questions, comments or criticism. GDCTA is not responsible for the opinions and statements expressed in signed articles and paid advertisements.
 
Articles should be submitted on disk or via email and be PC compatible. Articles taking a political position will not be considered for publication. The editor reserves the right to edit, modify, omit or change content to submitted stories or articles due to space restrictions. Articles may not be reproduced without the written consent of the editor or author.
 
 
Deadline: 10th of every month

Annual Advertising Package
In an effort to offer a cost effective, convenient means of promoting products and services to the membership, GDCTA has developed an Annual Advertising Package. The package includes:
  • GDCTA Membership Directory: Published annually.
  • GDCTA Newsletter - Collected Remarks: Published monthly
  • GDCTA Show Programs: Publish semi-annually.
Marketing products and services through the GDCTA is very focused. The target audience uses the organization's publications as current sources of information throughout the year. The combination of annual publications (Membership Directory), semi-annual show programs and the monthly newsletter offer continuous exposure and name recognition. The primary benefit the Annual Ad Package offers is cost savings. A flat 25% discount is applied to the total cost of advertisements selected. For as little as $218, your business card advertisement will appear in 13 publications to be viewed by hundreds of equestrians in Georgia and the Southeast. An advertiser electing to place full-page ads for 10 issues plus the other publications as required by the Ad Package would realize savings of more than $450.00. These savings are available without sacrificing flexibility. By selecting the size of ad copy early, your space is reserved in every issue. The actual copy simply needs to be received by the
individual publication deadline. This allows the ability to change or update content and present timely information.

Current publication deadlines are:
Membership Directory:  March 31
The Greater Atlanta Dressage Southern Program: March 12
Southern Hospitality Dressage Breeders’ Classic I&II Program: August 31
Atlanta National Fall Dressage Program: October 1
GDCTA Newsletter -- Collected Remarks:  the 10th of each month

Annual advertisers will receive a copy of each publication and will be notified of other promotional opportunities when available. To sign up for the GDCTA Annual Ad Package, simply complete the worksheet on the back and send a copy along with a check payable to GDCTA to the address listed. You will receive a prompt conformation of your order as well as a list of contacts responsible for each publication. This allows for your ad copy to be tailored to each production.
 

Benefits of GDCTA Sponsorship
  • Affiliation with a long-standing equestrian organization, which promotes dressage in Georgia and Region 3 of the USDF.
  • Bring your company's services or products to the attention of our more than 700 members.
  • Some oppotunities for Linkage with your company's website, which increases your site's traffic and link popularity.
  • Opportunity to hand out product samples/company information to the participants.

More information on sponsorship opportunities can be found here.

The Georgia Dressage and Combined Training Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered with the State of Georgia. Most donations to the organization are tax-deductable -- ask your tax advisor.

Contact us for more information on sponsorship, the annual Silent Auction or other events.

GDCTA Membership
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Primary Member Name
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GDCTA Membership

Choose a membership category below. Please include the name of the member and the name of the additional family member below to make sure your payment is credited correctly. Farmily membership include a primary member and 1 other family member. More family members may be added by using the Additional Family Membership button below.

Please complete a membership form and mail to the membership chairperson when payment is complete.

Membership Type
Primary Member Name
Family Member Name

GDCTA Young Horse Symposium DVDs

GDCTA Young Horse Symposium DVDs -

A Promotional Glimpse of the Scott Hassler DVD on You Tube.
** Note: there are three price options, please choose the appropriate one:
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Welcome to the GDCTA store. We feature products and educational materials from GDCTA-sponsored events. Most items you can purchase on-live via credit card through PayPal (you do not have to be a PayPal member). For some items you can also mail an order form with a check for payment.

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*Please note: Some items purchased via PayPal include a CC processing fee under "shipping".

Additionall Family Memberships
Additional Family Members: $10.00
Please include the primary member name and the additional family member name to ensure that your payment is credited properly.
Primary Member Name
Additional Family Member Name

A $1.00 CC processing fee will be added to your total under "shipping".

Website Advertising

Adversite on our website.

Once payment is complete, send the artwork and the url you wish the ad to link to, to the webmaster.

If you want your ad to appear for less than 4 months, choose the first option and then choose the number of months on the paypal payment page. If you want your ad to appear for 4 or more months choose the second option and then choose the total number of months you wish your ad to appear on paypal invoice page.

 

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Advertiser's Name
Phone/Email:

2009 Gala Sponsors
 
GDCTA would like to thank the following sponsors for their participation in the
2009 GDCTA Awards Gala.
 

Alpha Pilates
Ann Jamieson
Anne Modi
Atlanta Saddlery
Avery Young
Barkley Wike Ironworks
Best Shot Pet Products
Brandy Parfums LTD
Christi Meyer
Coca Bella Jewelry Design
Cowboy Magic
Dale Harrell
Donna Brown
Dos Equine LLC
Dover Saddlery
Dr. Gaile Daley
Ellen Winsor
Equine Couture
Equine Innovation
Fabulous Athletic Bra
Farnam Companies
Finish Line Horse Products Inc
Furminator, Inc.
Ginger Ridge Premium Equine Products
Gregory West
Healthmate Products, Inc
Hold Your Horses Tack Shop
Horse Quencher
Horseshoe Gift Packaging
Jeri Geary
KR's Customs, Inc
Laser Works of Atlanta / Martha Hense
Leather Therapy / Unicorn Editions
Lisa Seger
Manfred Lewis
Mare Magic / Solid Ideas
Mary Brennan DVM
Mary Lou Freil
Miracle Music Freestyle
Mrs. Pastures Cookies for Horses
Mucklids / Susan & Donald Sobeck
Nunn Finer Products
Pagan Gilman
People on Horses
Peri & George Lambros
Poplar Place / Donna & Gary Stegman
Ronmar Industries Inc
Saratoga Horseworks Ltd
Schleese Saddlery
Shannondale Farm / Julie Shannon
Sleazy Sleepwear for Horses
Smartpak
Stirrups Clothing Company
Storey Publishing
Susan Burns
Susan Harding Birkinshaw
The English Rider
Toncalli Chrysler Jeep Dodge Subaru
Twinkle Products
Uckele Health & Nutrition
US Rider
Valley Vet Supply
Warmblook Tack Store
Well-Horse
Wendy & Daniel Limerick
Wild Horsefeathers

 

Letter from the President

Dear Member:

On behalf of the Board of Directors, thank you for your support and continuing participation. We are truly grateful for you membership, without which we wouldn’t have an organization.

Your membership enabled us to accomplish so much in 2009! GDCTA hosted
  • the USDF “L” Program
  • two USEF/USDF horse shows and one schooling show
  • multiple eventing clinics
GDCTA is planning for another busy year! In 2010, we will be
  • wrapping up the L program—hopefully, resulting in 10 new “L” graduates!
  • hosting a life enhancement seminar with Gil Merrick (see February calendar for details)
  • hosting the 2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Championships October 15-17 (we’ll be asking for many volunteers for this one!)
Although we thrive on volunteer support, renewals are vital to our success! By remaining a member, we will be able to accomplish the many events planned for the year.

If you renew your membership before March 31, you will be listed in the Membership Directory and can use your two free business listings in that Directory.

Remember that by joining GDCTA, you are also joining USDF. So, joining GDCTA is BOGO—buy 1 get 1 free!

Please join us in making our area a better place to enjoy our horses! Renew your membership today!

Sincerely,
Rick Cohn
GDCTA President

2009 Results
2009 - Final Standings

Misc. Advertising Forms

Advertising Package Info and Forms

Directory Ad Form

Greater Atlanta Dressage Southern

Website Advertising Form

ANFD/Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Championships Vendor Application Form

Show Sponsorship

Increase your exposure! Sponsor a GDCTA Event!


Become a sponsor at the GDCTA-hosted Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Championships concurrently with the Atlanta Fall National to attract the area’s largest dressage audience! Being a GDCTA sponsor gives you year-round visibility to today’s and tomorrow’s horse enthusiasts. Your brand gains their notice, their respect, and their good will as you support these highly respected competitions. Your GDCTA sponsorship provides visibility to both professional and amateur riders.


GDCTA is searching for people who understand this incredible sport and are looking forward to a long-term relationship with a thriving promotional group.

We would love to have you and your firm be a part of our promotion.


Sincerely,
June Brewer
Sponsorship Coordinator
770-975-1050 / gdctaenews@aol.com

Georgia Dressage Combined Training Association (GDCTA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered with the State of Georgia. Most donations to the organization are tax-deductible—ask your tax
advisor.


early responders receive the most promotional coverage

2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships

ANFD Logo                                    

 

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

 

 

2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships

 

and

Atlanta National Fall Dressage

 October 15-17, 2010

Georgia International Horse Park

Conyers, GA

 

Opening Date: August 1, 2010 Closing Date: September 18, 2010

 

GDCTA is proud to announce that we will be hosting the 2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships on October 15-17,  2010 at the Horse Park.

 

This event is always exciting, but it is a huge undertaking. We hope all of our members will participate in some way. We want to see you in the rings as much as we could use your help as volunteers!

 

Since this show runs concurrently with the Atlanta National Fall Dressage show over 3 days with up to 8 rings, we’ll need approximately 100 volunteers, plus ring set-up and tear-down crews before and after the show.

 

Our Volunteer Coordinator Liz Faso is already beginning the volunteer assignments. Contact her today to see what you can do!

 

There’s also always the need for class and corporate sponsors (contact June Brewer gdctaenews@aol.com), vendors for the Vendor Village and advertising in the program. Please help support your show!

 

 New Advertising Option: Have your banner hung in the warm up arena for just $50.

Contact June Brewer for more information.

Management:

  • Show Manager/Entry Secretary: Sandy Donovan, 901-218-0613
  • Day Secretary: Patricia King
  • Stable Manager: Don Faso

Judges:

  • F. Dearing (S) Magnolia, TX
  • C. Hastings (S) Montrose, CA
  • W. Solyntjes (S) Hamel, MN
  • B. Rogers (S) Cave Creek, AZ
  • Lois Yukins (S) Manchester by the Sea, MA
  • M. Barnett (S) Holt, MI
  • S. Madden-Mandas (S) Dayton, OH
  • Others: TBA

 

Prize List

Entry Form

Photography Sign up

Map of the Horse Park

 
Vendors
Sponsors

The Shop at Wits End

Flying Change Browbands

ShoClothes

The Tack Trunk

EuroAmerican Saddlery

Georgia Equine Rescue League

Great American Insurance Group

County Saddlery

Custom Saddlery

Horse Power Equestrian

Sundowner of Georgia

 
 
REGION 3 CHAMPIONSHIPS TITLE SPONSOR
 
BRONZE
Anne Modi
Diamante Farm
 
OUTDOOR RING
Lara & Mitch Mitchelson
Top Hat Dressage
 
WINNERS CIRCLE
Atlanta Saddlery/Cowboy Magic
The Shop at Wits End
 
CLASS
Lara & Mitch Mitchelson
Pat Borders/Briarpatch Farms - American Saddlebreds
Dawson Creek Dressage
Frogcatcher Farm LLC
Muck Lids
Diamante Farm
Brooks Hunnicutt
Full Cry Farm
 
 Vendor Application

 

2010 Show Season

THE GDCTA 2010 SHOW SEASON

April 10-11, 2010—Greater Atlanta Dressage Southern*, Georgia International Horse Park, Conyers, GA
Official qualifying competition for the 2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships

 

September 11-12, 2010—Southern Hospitality Dressage Breeders Classic I & II, Georgia International Horse Park, Conyers, GA

 

October 15-17, 2010—2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships & Atlanta National Fall Dressage, Georgia International Horse Park, Conyers, GA

 

 

 

 

Kudzu Klinic

Kudzu Klinic with Barbara Handley

September 18, 2010

Stepping Stone Farm, Canton, Ga

 

Past Covers

OctoberNovemberDecemberJanuaryMarchAprilMay

GAIG/USDF Region 3 Championships Sponsors
REGION 3 CHAMPIONSHIPS TITLE SPONSOR
 
BRONZE
Anne Modi
 
OUTDOOR RING
Lara & Mitch Mitchelson
Top Hat Dressage
 
WINNERS CIRCLE
Atlanta Saddlery/Cowboy Magic
The Shop at Wits End
 
CLASS
Lara & Mitch Mitchelson
Pat Borders/Briarpatch Farms - American Saddlebreds
Dawson Creek Dressage
Frogcatcher Farm LLC
Muck Lids

Website Advertising

We are proud to now be able to offer advertising space on our website. This has always been available to show and event sponsors and still is but we can now offer it as a standalone option to meet your advertising needs. Our website is seen daily by over 300 people, members and non-members alike.

Your ad will be placed in the right hand column of the page, directly under the "Upcoming Events" section and will be visible on every page.

Website Ad Application and Information

From The Judge's Perspective

From the Judge's Perspective

We've changed the format slightly to make the clinics more effective and due to receiving a grant from the Dressage Foundation we  have been able to reduce the price.

A series of clinics presented by GDCTA

To be held at Shannondale Farm in Alpharetta, Ga

 

Get to know your new dressage tests.

This is an excellent way to become familiar with the dressage tests that will be new for 2011.

Saturday and Sunday will consist of 50 minute Ride-a-Test of choice sessions where the Judge will score your test and coach you on how to improve certain movements or overall quality to improve test scores. Saturday night there will be a lecture/Q&A session where the Judge will discuss warm-up techniques and arena etiquette as well as answer specific questions about the day's rides.

Open to all levels of horses and riders.

Schedule:

  • November 6-7: Sandra Hotz; USEF(S)
  • December 11-12: Jeanne McDonald; USEF(S)/(I)

More Information:

 

Kudzu Klinic Update

Gigi Nutter and rider

2010 GDCTA Kudzu Klinic Series Off and Running

March 20 marked the beginning of the 2010 Kudzu Klinic series sponsored by GDCTA. The Kudzu Klinics are presented each year as a service to the members of GDCTA. Local clinicians volunteer their services as do local barns to give low-cost instructional opportunities to those new to the community, looking for an instructor, or maybe new to one of the disciplines supported by GDCTA and looking for an opportunity to “try it out.” The goal established by the GDCTA Board is to support four Kudzu Klinics in each year.


The opening offering this year was hosted by Cindy Bickman and Stepping Stone Farm with Gigi Nutter as the clinician. Eight riders and several auditors spent the day working on a number of basic dressage movements. If you have never been to Stepping Stone Farm, it has a wonderful indoor arena and a great sound system, making the experience especially conducive to auditors. By all accounts this was a very successful Kudzu Klinic.


Next in the series will be another dressage clinic hosted by Blalock Lakes and Jos Sevierns on Saturday, May 8, 2010. Blaylock Lakes is in the Newnan area and is convenient to GDCTA members living south of the Atlanta area. Jos will be working with up to ten riders on the skills needed to open the communications between each individual rider and horse with the goal of building a daily work routine to take the rider and horse beyond just learning “the tricks” for the show ring.

On Saturday June 26, 2010, we will be offering a somewhat different Kudzu Klinic. There is a fair amount of interest in Musical Freestyles. The development of a successful Musical Freestyle is a little more involved than just “riding to music.” Marissa and Johnny Woodall of Musical Freestyles have volunteered to spend a day with us going over the elements of a good musical freestyle. In the morning, we will be discussing topics such as gait analysis, selection of music, some thoughts on what judges are looking for in the rides, etc. During the afternoon session we will be working with four different riders on their musical freestyle both as help to them and to demonstrate the concepts from the morning discussion real-time to those in attendance. This Kudzu Klinic can accommodate up to twenty auditors and four riders.


The last Kudzu Klinic of the 2010 season will be taught by Barbara Handley and is tentatively scheduled for September 18th at Stepping Stone Farm. Details are being completed for this Kudzu Klinic. Please watch the GDCTA website for the formal
announcement of this Klinic.

Membership in GDCTA is required to attend these Klinics. If you are not a GDCTA member, you can join and avail yourself of this opportunity for a great day of instruction and fun at a very reasonable cost. Already a member, please add a Kudzu Klinic to your calendar

Submitted by John Kludt, Manager GDCTA Kudzu Klinics

2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships

2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Championships & Atlanta National Fall Dressage

Sponsorships

Sponsorship Levels:

  • Platinum (Title Sponsorship for Atlanta National Fall Dressage) - $10,000 (limit 1)
  • Bronze (Outdoor Ring Sponsor) - $1000 per ring (5 available)
  • Class Sponsor - $50 per class

GDCTA will offer various types of support to reinforce your company image during the event.

Other sponsorship opportunites are available and can be customized to meet your needs. Go here or contact June Brewer - 770-975-1050 / sponsors@gdcta.org - for more information.

To pay by credit card, choose an option below.

 

Sponsorships
Sponsor Name
Phone/Email

Southern Hospitality Dressage Breeders Classic I

Southern Hospitality Dressage Breeders Classic I

Great American Insurance Group / USDF Breeders
Championship Southeast Series Qualifying Shows

September 11, 2010
Georgia International Horse Park

Tentative Schedule

 

Judges:

  • Barbara Richardson, 'r', (CA)
  • Peter Hansen, 'r', (DE)

Management:

Braiders:

  • Joy Taylor - 770-316-2293
  • Saskia Wurche - 678-378-5903

Handlers:

Prize List

Entry Form

GDCTA Summer Dressage & CT Show 2010

 

Kudzu Klinics

Gigi Nutter Kudzu Klinic - March, 2010                 

Jos Sevriens Kudzu Klinic - May 2010                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

Southern Hospitality Dressage Breeders Classic I

To pay by credit card through PayPal, enter the Rider/Owner's name and the names of all the horses this payment applies to below. You will be prompted to enter a payment amount on the PayPal page. The $10 processing fee will be automatically applied and will show up as the shipping/handling charge.

Rider's Name
Horse's Name

2010 Scholarship Winner

Karen McGoldrick was the winner of the GDCTA Scholarship this year. She is currently in Germany. You can follow her adventures on our facebook page.

GDCTA Committees

Awards - Schooling Show
770-507-0464
 
Awards - Recognized Show
770-667-9274
 
Horse Show Chair
Open
 
Recognized Show Coordinator
770-921-3848
 
Schooling Show Coordinator
Open
 
Show Recognition Chair
770-713-4025
 
Kudzu Klinics
770-891-8091
 
Membership Chair
770-921-3848
 
Newsletter Editor
770-921-3848

GDCTA Committees

Sponsorship Chair
Open
 
Scholarship Chair
404-683-8409
 
Website Manager
770-667-9274
 
Gala Chair
770-713-4025
 
Marketning/Public Relations Chair
Open
 
Education Chair
770-569-9555
 
Volunteer Coordinator
770-921-3848
 
Young Sport Horse Committee
Destre Meyer
770-234-0203
 
Youth Liaison
770-507-0464

Recognized Shows Award Program Information

All scores received at any USEF/USDF recognized show or USEA horse trial are eligible for inclusion in our Awards Program as long as they are sent in on time, on the correct form and otherwise conform to the rules for that discipline.
 
 
 
 
Rider Report Forms for Recognized Shows should be sent to:
 
1768 Old Country Pl.
Woodstock, GA 30188
FAX: 770-667-1479
770-667-9274
 

Schooling Show Award Program Information

All scores received at any GDCTA recognized schooling show  are eligible for inclusion in our Awards Program as long as they are sent in on time, on the correct form and otherwise conform to the rules for that discipline.

 
 
 
Rider Report Forms for Schooling Shows should be sent to
 
500 Clark Dr.
Ellenwood, GA 30294-2660
FAX: 770-507-1607
770-507-0464

Recognized Shows Score Reports

Please check to verify that we have received all submitted scores.

USEF/USEA Combined Training Rider Scores-2010

USEF/USDF Dressage Rider Scores-2010

Contact Mary Lou Freil if you have any questions.

GDCTA Schooling Show Score Reports

Please check to verify that we have received all submitted scores.

GDCTA Schooling Show Combined Training Rider Scores-2010

GDCTA Schooling Show Dressage Rider Scores-2010

Contact Lynn Marks for more information.

Awards Gala

GDCTA Awards Gala

GDCTA holds an annual gala honoring GDCTA dressage and combined training competition winners. It begins with a cash bar reception, followed by dinner and an awards ceremony. Additionally, attendees have a chance to meet some of the many talented artists presenting works in the Featured Artist Gallery and to bid on fabulous items in a silent auction. The annual Awards Gala is GDCTA’s major fundraising event with proceeds earmarked for clinics, shows, forums, and more. The Awards Gala is a great way for members to show their support for the dressage and eventing community in Georgia.

Past Galas

Photos and Scenes from Previous Galas

2009
2008
2007
2006
 
Photos courtesy of Brad Thatcher.

GDCTA Sponsors

Top Tack, Inc

 Sundowner of Georgia

Member Websites

 

Submit a Link

Links to websites are free to all GDCTA members in good standing. These links to member sites are provided for the convenience of our visitors and members. No link to or the mention of a particular site or vendor constitutes an endorsement of said products, services or vendor by The Georgia Dressage and Combined Training Association.
 
To get your link added to the website, contact the webmaster.

National and International Organizations

Sporthorse Breed Organizations

GDCTA Sponsorship Levels

Platinum ($10,000+)

  • Special Recognition as a Platinum Sponsor in all Promotional Materials and Advertisements for the year
  • Your logo prominently displayed on the Homepage of the GDCTA website and Sponsors’ List for one year
  • Website link on the Homepage and Sponsors’ List on the GDCTA Website for one year
  • Reserved seating at the May Show Competitor’s party for you and guests
  • Reserved seating at the Awards Gala for you and three (3) guests
  • Name a Special Feature, Class or Division championship or event (as available) and present the awards for that Feature, Class or Division or event
  • Your ad brochures in the Competitor Bags for 2 horse shows (supplied by sponsor 1-2 mo prior to show)
  • Placement of your banner in a prominent location at GDCTA shows, both USEF and schooling*
  • Complimentary Booth (10` x 10`) at Vendor Trade Fair (as available—venue dependent)
  • Competitor Mailing List for your Advertising needs+
  • Public Address Announcements During Event
  • Two (2) Full-page Cover Ads in Show Programs (1 ad per program - choice of back cover, inside front cover or inside back cover as available)
  • One (1) full page ad in the Membership Directory
  • Two (2) full page ads in the newsletter
  • Recognized in two (2) Show Programs, Newsletter, and Website as Sponsor

Gold ($5,000 - $9,999)

  • Special Recognition as a Gold Sponsor in all Promotional Materials and Advertisements for one year
  • Your logo prominently displayed on the Sponsor List on the GDCTA website for six months
  • Website link in the Sponsors’ List on the GDCTA Website for one year
  • Name a Special Feature, Class or Division championship or event (as available) and present the awards for that Feature, Class or Division or event
  • Placement of your banner in a prominent location at two (2) USEF recognized shows*
  • Reserved seating at the May Show Competitor’s party for you and three (3) guests
  • Reserved seating at the Awards Gala for you and a guest
  • Your ad brochures in the Competitor Bags for 2 horse shows (supplied by sponsor 1-2 mo prior to show)
  • Competitor Mailing List for your Advertising needs+
  • Complimentary Booth (10` x 10`) at Vendor Trade Fair (as available—venue dependent)
  • Public Address Announcements During Event
  • Two (2) full page ads in the newsletter
  • One (1) full page ad in the Membership Directory
  • Two (2) Full-page ads in Show Programs (1 ad per show)
  • Recognition as sponsor in Program, Newsletter, and Website

Silver ($2,500 - $4,999)

  • Website link in the Sponsors’ List on the GDCTA Website for one year
  • Competitor Mailing List for your Advertising needs+
  • Name a Special Feature, Class or Division championship or event (as available) and present the awards for that Feature, Class or Division or event
  • Reserved seating at the May Show Competitor’s party for you and three (3) guests
  • Placement of your banner in a prominent location at one USEF recognized show or event*
  • Your ad brochures in the Competitor Bags for 2 horse shows (supplied by sponsor 1-2 mo prior to show)
  • Two (2) Full-page Ads in programs for 2007 GDCTA Sponsored events (1 ad per event)
  • Recognition as sponsor in Program, Newsletter, and Website as Sponsor
  • Public Address Announcements During Event

Bronze ($1,001 - $2,499)

  • Website link in the Sponsors’ List on the GDCTA Website for one year
  • Name a Special Feature, Class or Division championship or event (as available) and present the awards for that Feature, Class or Division or event
  • Reserved seating at the May show Competitor’s Party for you and one (1) guest
  • Placement of your banner at one USEF recognized show or event*
  • Your ad brochures in the Competitor Bags for 1 horse show (supplied by sponsor 1-2 mo prior to show)
  • One (1) Full-page ad in 1 Show Program
  • Recognition as sponsor in Program, Newsletter, and Website
  • Public Address Announcements During Event

Capriole ($751 - $1000)

  • Full Page Advertising in one (1) Event Program or Newsletter
  • $150 Advertising Credit in Newsletter
  • Ringside Banner Display (at shows, not at the Gala)
  • Public Address Announcements During Event
  • Recognized in Program, Newsletter, and Website as Sponsor

Courbette ($501 - $750)

  • Half Page Advertising in one (1) Event Program or Newsletter
  • $95 Advertising Credit in Newsletter
  • Ringside Banner Display (at shows, not at the Gala)
  • Recognized in Program, Newsletter, and Website as Sponsor

Levade ($500-$749)

  • Quarter Page Advertising in one (1) Event Program or Newsletter
  • $45 Advertising Credit in Newsletter
  • Ringside Banner Display (at shows, not at the Gala)
  • Recognized in Program, Newsletter, and Website as Sponsor

Piaffe ($250-$499)

  • Business Card Advertising in one (1) Event Program or Newsletter
  • Recognized in Program, Newsletter, and Website as Sponsor

Passage ($100-$249)

  • Recognition in one (1) Event Program or Newsletter
  • Classified Ad in Newsletter

Friend (< $100)

  • Recognition in one (1) Event Program or Newsletter

Notes: 1. Sponsorship contributions may be cash, product or service donations. 2. Sponsorship contributions need to arrive at least one month prior to the event. 3. *The organizers reserve the right to determine the placement of all product and banners. 4. +Competitor Mailing list developed courtesy of the competitors.

Printable version of sponsorship levels.

Horse Show Sponsorships

 We have cash and in-kind sponsorship opportunities for our recognized dressage shows.

Platinum ($10,000+)
Gold ($5,000 - $9,999)
Silver ($2,500 - $4,999)
Bronze ($1,000 - $2,499)
Winners Circle ($51-$999)

Class Sponsor (varies)

Greater Atlanta Dressage Southern: April at GIHP, Conyers, Ga

Atlanta National Fall Dressage: October at GIHP, Conyers, Ga

Class Sponsorships - ~88 classes

Other Opportunities - can be split by up to 4 non-competing sponsors:

  • Title sponsorship
  • Outside ring sponsor
  • Competitor bags
  • Hospitality
  • Program printing
  • High point awards
  • Ribbons
  • First place prizes
  • Volunteer gifts
  • Flowers/décor around the rings/judges’ booths

GDCTA Awards Gala Sponsorship

The GDCTA Awards Gala is held in January each year.

Presenting Sponsor: Cash donation of at least $4000.

Awards for the GDCTA Winners:

We have 4 categories: Dressage - USEF Recognized Shows; Dressage- Schooling Shows; Combined Training - USEF Recognized Shows; Combined Training - Schooling Shows. In addition to ribbons, we give out graduated prizes for each category. For example, a Recognized Show Champion might receive a cooler, the Reserve Champion might receive a quarter sheet while the Schooling Show Champion might receive a saddle pad.
 
Silent Auction:
Contributions may be product or service donations.
 
Party Favors:
We provide small party favors at each seat. We will have approximately 300 guests, however, we only ask for as many sample-sized products as you wish to send. We will mix and match at the tables.
 
Door Prizes:
We put together 15 door prize buckets filled with product. We make each one individually depending on which products are donated. We would also accept pre-made gift buckets.
 
For more information about donating specifically for the Gala, contact Caren Caverly.

Collected Remarks

Collected Remarks is the official publication of the Georgia Dressage and Combined Training Association, Inc. (GDCTA) Sent monthly to nearly 700 equine enthusiasts; it is full of informative articles, member ads, clinic information, and our regional calendar of events. To receive current copies of the newsletter you must be a member of GDCTA.

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GDCTA offers many levels of sponsorship and we can custom design a  program to fit your business goals and needs. For information about  how to work with the members of GDCTA, contact info@gdcta.org

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Quarter Horse Owners

Attention Quarter Horse Owners!!!

GDCTA is working on having it's shows approved through AQHA.

2010 Awards Program

There have been some minor changes made to the awards rules for 2010. Go here for more information.

Show Us Your Helmet

Send a photo of you wearing your helmet while competing in a Dressage competition and your photo will be published in an upcoming  GDCTA newsletter. Your name will be entered into a drawing to win a Dover approved ASTM certified helmet valued at $300.00.  Contest sponsored by Lisa Seger Equine Insurance Agency.

Rules:

  • Photos will be published in the order received
  • You must be a GDCTA member to participate.
  • Entries should be mailed or emailed to Don Faso, c/o GDCTA Helmet Contest, 445 Bruce Way, Lilburn, GA 30047.
  • Include name and date of the competition where picture was taken.
  • All contest participants names will be entered into the "Wear Your Helmet" contest. The Grand Prize winner will be selected at random from the entries at the 2011 GDCTA Awards Gala in February.
  • A $300 Dover gift certificate will be mailed to the winner to be used toward the purchase of an ASTM approved helmet.

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