2023 Tests Now Being Used

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2023 Tests Now Being Used 📣

Show # 1 - Judge Peter Gray
Oct
12

Show # 1 - Judge Peter Gray

Our show will be judged by FEI 5* judge Peter Gray. For more information about Peter, please visit this link to read about Peter's one-day dressage symposium at Alborak Stable near Calgary, Alberta, which attracted 80 auditors. Gray emphasized his training philosophy and the importance of creating a partnership with the horse, and shared what it takes to achieve exceptional dressage marks.

Entries due by Saturday, October 5th

Proof of payment must accompany the entry form

Please send a copy of your entry form (linked below) and proof of payment to Vee McKey vhmckey@yahoo.com

Payment can be made via bank transfer to:

Bermuda Dressage Group

Account # - 4010004927

Clarien Bank Ltd.

Link to ENTRY FORM

Link to SHOW SCHEDULE

If you are not currently a member of the Bermuda Dressage Group and would like to become one please visit this page.

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Show # 2 - Judge Noel Williams
Nov
9

Show # 2 - Judge Noel Williams

Our show will be judged by Judge Noel Williams. Noel is a USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist, as well as a USEF small “r” judge. A member of the 2007 NAJYRC Silver Medal team (Region 2), and the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage Team Championships Gold Medal, Noel was also the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage National Champion on the Hanoverian stallion Pik L. Noel and Pik L still hold the record for the highest score in the Junior Individual Test at a national or international championship in the United States. For more information on Noel’s background please visit https://www.noelwilliamsdressage.com/about

Entries are due by Saturday, November 2nd

Noel will also be offering clinics following the show on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, these can be requested through the entry form linked below.

Proof of payment must accompany the entry form

Please send a copy of your entry form (linked below) and proof of payment to Vee McKey vhmckey@yahoo.com

Payment can be made via bank transfer to:

Bermuda Dressage Group

Account # - 4010004927

Clarien Bank Ltd.

Link to ENTRY FORM

Link to SHOW SCHEDULE

If you are not currently a member of the Bermuda Dressage Group and would like to become one please visit this page.

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Clinics with Judge Noel Williams
Nov
9
to Nov 11

Clinics with Judge Noel Williams

Judge Noel Williams is a USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist, as well as a USEF small “r” judge. A member of the 2007 NAJYRC Silver Medal team (Region 2), and the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage Team Championships Gold Medal, Noel was also the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage National Champion on the Hanoverian stallion Pik L. Noel and Pik L still hold the record for the highest score in the Junior Individual Test at a national or international championship in the United States. For more information on Noel’s background please visit https://www.noelwilliamsdressage.com/about

Clinics can be requested via the Show Entry form or directly through Vee Mckey vhmckey@yahoo.com

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Clinics with Christopher Taylor
Nov
15
to Nov 24

Clinics with Christopher Taylor

Christopher Taylor will be in Bermuda from November 15th until November 24th offering clinics.

This is a great opportunity leading up to the CEA Mini & Regional Dressage Challenge!

To reserve a spot please contact Vee McKey at vhmckey@yahoo.com

The cost per clinic is $ 125 paid directly to Chris.

Chris is a well-respected classically trained dressage trainer who represented Bermuda in the 1999 Pan Am games. He is committed to producing lightness, balance, and harmony through emphasis of correct riding and solid basics. His students have been successful in the show ring, achieving scores of 70%+ at all levels, including FEI. Chris teaches in a calm and positive manner, making things as easy as possible for both horse and rider.

Horses and riders of all levels are welcome!

Additional clinics will be offered in September and October, details will be posted once dates are confirmed.

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Show # 3 - XMAS Fancy Dress Show - Judge Nanci Lindroth
Dec
7

Show # 3 - XMAS Fancy Dress Show - Judge Nanci Lindroth

Our show will be judged by Judge Nancy Lindroth. Nanci is an accomplished USEF 'r' Judge in Dressage and Combined Training, an FEI-level Dressage Competitor, Level 3 ICP Certified Instructor and has 20 years of experience training horses and riders. She was long-listed for the USET Eventing Team for the 1980 Olympics and her past students include USET riders Dorothy Trapp Crowell & Teresa Hover Koral. Nanci has competed at the FEI levels in Dressage and Eventing, was a member of the 1987 Pan American 3 Day Gold Medal winning Team, and trained horses to Prix St. George.

Entries are due by Saturday, November 30th

Proof of payment must accompany the entry form

Please send a copy of your entry form (linked below) and proof of payment to Vee McKey vhmckey@yahoo.com

Payment can be made via bank transfer to:

Bermuda Dressage Group

Account # - 4010004927

Clarien Bank Ltd.

Link to ENTRY FORM

Link to SHOW SCHEDULE

If you are not currently a member of the Bermuda Dressage Group and would like to become one please visit this page.

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Clinics with Judge Nanci Lindroth
Dec
8
to Dec 9

Clinics with Judge Nanci Lindroth

Judge Nancy Lindroth will be offering clinics following the BDG show.

Clinic requests should be included on the Show Entry Form which can be found here.

Please contact Vee McKey vhmckey@yahoo.com with any questions.

Nanci Lindroth is an accomplished USEF 'r' Judge in Dressage and Combined Training, an FEI-level Dressage Competitor, Level 3 ICP Certified Instructor and has 20 years of experience training horses and riders. She was long-listed for the USET Eventing Team for the 1980 Olympics and her past students include USET riders Dorothy Trapp Crowell & Teresa Hover Koral. Nanci has competed at the FEI levels in Dressage and Eventing, was a member of the 1987 Pan American 3 Day Gold Medal winning Team, and trained horses to Prix St. George.

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Show # 4 - Judge Katie Poag
Feb
8

Show # 4 - Judge Katie Poag

Our show will be judged by Judge Katie Poag.

Entries are due by Saturday, February 1st

Proof of payment must accompany the entry form

Please send a copy of your entry form (linked below) and proof of payment to Vee McKey vhmckey@yahoo.com

Payment can be made via bank transfer to:

Bermuda Dressage Group

Account # - 4010004927

Clarien Bank Ltd.

Link to ENTRY FORM

Link to SHOW SCHEDULE

If you are not currently a member of the Bermuda Dressage Group and would like to become one please visit this page.

Judge Katie Poag has earned her USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals, USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze Freestyle Bar. In 2020 she and Zonnekoning were 3rd at the USEF Grand Prix National Championships, in 2017 they were winners at the GDF CDI 4* Grand Prix Special and the inaugural Tryon CDI 3* Grand Prix. In 2015 her stallion Zonnekoning was the number one Grand Prix Dutch Horse in the country and 8th in the country for all the Grand Prix horse and rider combinations. They were 4th place in the country for Developing Grand Prix 2014. She has won multiple Regional and CBLM Championships, and competed at the North American Young Riders Championships three times with team and individual placing.  From 2007 to 2014 she was a member of the annual Young Dressage Horse Trainers Symposium, started by Scott Hassler, the former US Young Horse Head Coach.  In 2014, Katie was awarded a grant by Hassler and the YDHTS to work with Anne Gribbons.  Katie is also a licensed Small "r" dressage judge and is on the waiting list for the "R" program.

Katie’s ability to understand and train horses is remarkable and inspiring.  She can help riders reach their goals whether they are beginners on a lunge line developing their balance, amateurs moving up to conquer the next level, or young riders qualifying for the North American Junior Young Rider Championships. 

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Clinics with Christopher Taylor
Jun
14
to Jun 24

Clinics with Christopher Taylor

LINK TO SCHEDULE

Christopher Taylor will be in Bermuda from June 14th until June 24th offering clinics.

To reserve a spot please contact Vee McKey at vhmckey@yahoo.com

The cost per clinic is $ 125 paid directly to Chris.

Chris is a well-respected classically trained dressage trainer who represented Bermuda in the 1999 Pan Am games. He is committed to producing lightness, balance, and harmony through emphasis of correct riding and solid basics. His students have been successful in the show ring, achieving scores of 70%+ at all levels, including FEI. Chris teaches in a calm and positive manner, making things as easy as possible for both horse and rider.

Horses and riders of all levels are welcome!

Additional clinics will be offered in September and October, details will be posted once dates are confirmed.

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2023/2024 Year-End Celebration & Award Night
Jun
8

2023/2024 Year-End Celebration & Award Night

2023/2024 Year-End Celebration & Award Night

BDG Prizegiving party night is on June 8th from 6-9 pm at Vee’s house

"Panorama" 13 Panorama Drive, Hamilton CR03

People can WhatsApp Vee at 533-8333 for a location pin!

AGM will be held by zoom in July!
More details for the AGM to follow

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BDG Show #6
May
4

BDG Show #6

Our show will be judged by Sarah Farrar

Entries due by Saturday, April 27th

Proof of payment must accompany the entry form

Please send a copy of your entry form (linked below) and proof of payment to Vee McKey vhmckey@yahoo.com

Payment can be made via bank transfer to:

Bermuda Dressage Group

Account # - 4010004927

Clarien Bank Ltd.

Link to ENTRY FORM

Link to SHOW SCHEDULE

If you are not currently a member of the Bermuda Dressage Group and would like to become one please visit this page.

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