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Georgia Dressage & Combined Training Association

Kudzu Klinics

The Kudzu Klinic Program is designed to provide an opportunity for low-cost instruction of correct basics for lower-level riders and their horses. A Trainer or Lecturer is donating their time for the betterment of the sport and enjoyment of our riders.  For example, in a Dressage Ride-A-Test format there will be one to two riders in each 45-minute session, with a maximum of 8 sessions.

Lectures may be given at the clinics. Auditor "walk-ins" are welcome, though pre-registration is required due to COVID and so that the lecturer can bring enough material for all participants.

Requirements:

1.     You must be a GDCTA member to ride.

2.      A copy of a current negative Coggins certificate must be sent with entry.

3.      Riders must include payment with entry to reserve a place in each clinic. Pay online or by check.

4.      All entries must include a signed copy of the GDCTA Hold Harmless agreement.


 Check with organizers for full details.

Questions? 

Kudzu Klinic POC: Danielle Perry 404-219-1266 / revelationfarm1911@gmail.com or danielle.perry@siemens.com


Upcoming Kudzu Klinics

  • Kudzu Klinic: Dressage with Julie Cochran

    • June 28, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Bright Lights Farm 4918 Whelchel Mill Road, Gainesville, GA 30506
    Register

    Dressage Kudzu Klinic - these member-only clinics are for entry level riders only: Intro to First or Second level only.


    Instructor: Julie Cochran

    Come learn from Julie Cochran at Bright Lights Farm in Gainesville, GA. Get feedback and practice in a fun learning environment to help improve your training. You are welcome to ask for a Ride-A-Test (let us know in advance and which test you want to ride) instead of a regular lesson. The farm has plenty for parking for trailers and auditors. 

    Trailer-in info: Please let us know the size of your trailer so we can plan parking.  

    We can accommodate 10-15 auditors and 8 riders with their trailers. Farm will provide chairs and bottled water. 


    There is a public restroom. No dogs, please.

    More about Julie

    JULIE COCHRAN DRESSAGE

    • USDF Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medalist
    • USDF "L" Graduate with Distinction
    • USDF Certified Instructor - Fourth Level

    USDF Gold Medalist Julie Cochran, a native of South Florida, began her love affair with dressage as so many of us do- a mesmerized young girl in love with her beautiful Arabian gelding. As Julie grew, her passion for horses grew, too. 

    Finding her calling in dressage in her early twenties, Julie has been a full time dressage trainer for over 30 years. Julie earned her Gold Medal on her own gelding, Poseidon, who she trained from training level through Grand Prix. A seasoned competitor, Julie has competed numerous horses at shows across the South and many in FEI Level competition.

    Julie loves to ride and compete and her true passion lies in training dressage riders and fostering harmonious relationships with their equine partners. Specializing in classical dressage, Julie emphasizes correct basics, balance for the horse, and building confidence for the rider. Julie works with all breeds of horses and every level from young horses all the way up to Grand Prix. With her training method, Julie has helped numerous clients achieve their USDF Medals as well as Year-End Awards, Regional, and National Titles.

    Julie is passionate about helping you achieve your dreams with your horse!



    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.


    Thanks,

    Danielle Perry

    GDCTA Kudzu Klinic Chair

    404-219-1266 / danielle.perry@siemens.com


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