Developed by the USDF Judges’ Committee, this educational training program teaches judge evaluate the correct training of dressage horses.
APPLICATION (Participants must apply and mail in a check - Auditors are invited but will not be able to ask questions hence "silent auditor" in the registration.)
GDCTA members: $750 for participants and $75 for Auditors
Non-GDCTA members: $825 for participants and $85 for Auditors
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The L Education Program is designed with several goals in mind:
- Provide trainers, instructors, competitors and spectators' insight into the evaluative techniques of judging dressage.
- Prepare and evaluate candidates who wish to pursue entry into the USEF 'r' Judge Training Program.
- 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 - Nov 8th classes will be held at the Spring Hill Suites in Conyers; Nov 9 and all subsequent days will be held at the Georgia International Horse Park.
- 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 - dates to be announced
There is no demonstration riding cost for test riders. There is no haul-in fee. If you want a day stall there is a $XX fee payable to GDCTA. 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 dates and details.
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ACCOMODATIONS: Book reservations early.
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham, Conyers 770-918-0092 (Host Hotel)
- Hampton Inn, Conyers 770-483-8838
- Comfort Inn, Conyers 770-760-0300
- Holiday Inn Express, Conyers 678-964-2400
- Hawthorn Suites, Conyers 770-761-9155
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Refund policy:
For Participates: Participates who cancel after confirming their participation and sending payment to attend the L Program will receive a refund, minus a $25 processing fee, only in the event a replacement rider can be found by GDCTA. Participates who must cancel due to medical reasons may receive a refund if GDCTA is properly notified in writing, via mail or e-mail, including physician statement. If no replacement is available, the Participate will not receive a refund.
Auditor tickets are nonrefundable and are not eligible for voluntary refunds.
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