USDF Book Club This program aims to immerse members in the world of dressage through the published works of some of the industry's top professionals and authors. Using the USDF Member Discount Code (login to access), order your copies of the chosen books through Trafalgar Square Books and prepare for in depth discussion on each during the quarterly webinars and discuss on The Dressage Radio Show. Happy reading! 2025 Book List Build a Better Athlete by Leslie Webb- January through March Collective Remarks by Anne Gribbons - April through June 33 Strength and Fitness Workouts for Horses by Jec Ballou - July through September Begin and Begin Again by Denny Emerson - October through December On Demand Viewing of Previous Webinars Recordings will be released within 60 days of Live webinars. USDF Virtual Education Series - Wednesday, October 22 at 8:00pm EST Inflammation and Fatigue in Performance Horses, presented by Dr. Sarah White-Springer Dr. Sarah White-Springer joins USDF once again to share the findings of her recently concluded research on how inflammation and fatigue affect the overall performance of equine athletes. Sarah will discuss how nutrition, sleep, exercise, and even light exposure are related to recovery and injury prevention in performance horses. Registration for the Virtual Education Series is available here

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Free Dressage Podcasts A great way to increase your knowledge while driving or doing other things. The USDF Official Podcast, Dressage Radio Show - Interviews & dressage training info Dressage Today Podcast - Interviews & dressage training info Dressage with Amelia - Amelia Newcomb. Training and riding tips. Ride with Janice Podcast - Riding tips - some to use while on your horse

NMDA Education Fund "Mini" Grant Application is now available. These small grants are easy to apply for, open to any age of member or nonmember, and can be applied towards NMDA educational events. The requirements are an interest in furthering dressage education with NMDA, a certain amount of volunteer hours, and submittal of application. Grants are good for 2 years. Click below for application & more information.

Education Program Fund You can contribute financially to give fellow Dressage enthusiasts an opportunity to pursue their Dressage dreams. Simply note your donation on the NMDA Membership application form and include it in your renewal payment. Feel free to make a donation anytime to the Fund. No amount is too small and all donations are appreciated.

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A great way to acquire volunteer hours for an Education Fund "Mini Grant" - hang out with other dressage enthusiasts and have fun! If you have not volunteered before we are happy to show you how. Contact any schooling show manager clinic organizer on this page. Go here for tons of volunteer opportunities!

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