KCDS USEF Recognized Dressage show at Longview Horse Park. For more information visit horseshowoffice.com
Join the KCDS Board on Zoom for our monthly meeting. Everyone is welcome. It starts at 6:30 and usually runs until about 7:45. Email KCDSDressage@gmail.com for the link and more info.
Property Shop Schooling Show at West End Farm. Scores from this schooling show count towards KCDS year end awards. More details to come.
SLADS USEF Recognized Dressage Show at the National Equestrian Center. For more information visit horseshowoffice.com
KCDS USEF Recognized Dressage show at Longview Horse Park. For more details visit horseshowoffice.com
SLADS USEF Recognized Dressage Show at the National Equestrian Center. For more information, visit horseshowoffice.com
Property Shop Schooling Show at West End Farm. Scores from this show count towards the KCDS year-end awards. More details to come.
Join KCDS for a weekend of education with JJ Tate. This is an outstanding opportunity to learn whether you apply to ride or join us as an auditor. For all the details, visit https://www.kcdressage.org/jjtatesymposium
KCDS Championship Schooling Show at Longview Horse Park. See horseshowoffice.com for more details. This show is being judged by WDAA-licensed judge Gail Matheus. KCDS is so excited to offer this opportunity to the KC-area Western Dressage community.
Region 4 Championship at the National Equestrian Center. For more information visit horseshowoffice.com
Property Shop Championship Schooling Show at West End Farm. More details to come.
KV Dressage presents In Hand to In Harmony with Brittany Stanley is a thoughtfully designed clinic centered on relational horsemanship and purposeful groundwork as the foundation for balance, confidence, and collection. Through in-hand work and progressive exercises, participants will explore how correct connection on the ground translates to harmony under saddle and lays the groundwork for advanced movements such as piaffe and passage.
$200/ride
13380 Donahoo Rd. KC, KS 66109
To sign up to ride visit https://www.striderpro.com/a/JjS7qbGaXkeRwTalXI0-FA
Join us for an in-depth educational event featuring Amy Crawford, ESMT, CCMT, of Winning Way Equine Massage and proudly sponsored by EquiMend. This seminar takes you inside the stride to better understand equine biomechanics, the role of bodywork in performance and longevity, and how it also influences balance, posture, proprioception and injury prevention.
KV Dressage, 13380 Donahoo Rd KC KS 66109
Doors open at 9:30 and the workshop starts at 10 a.m. Lunch is provided.
$45, KCDS members $35
Register here: https://www.striderpro.com/a/fFwvSOSW40uQd5pJwaeS0Q
KCDS April Schooling Show at Longview Horse Park. More details to follow.
Property Shop Schooling show at West End Farm. This show counts towards KCDS Year-End awards in our schooling show division. More details to come.
USEF Recognized Dressage at the National Equestrian Center. For more details visit horseshowoffice.com
Join us for the April KCDS Board Meeting on Zoom. Email kcdsdressage@gmail.com for the link. Open to all current members and those interested in learnin more about the club.
KCDS 101-Come and learn about the Kansas City Dressage Society. This is for members and non-members to learn more about KCDS and the programs and opportunities it offers. People can also learn how to become involved. Wine and Cheese will be served from 4-6 p.m. Held at War Horses for Veterans, 5600 W 183rd St., Stillwell, KS.
Led by Sam Martinson, USEF “r” Judge, professional freestyle designer, FEI competitor, and founder of Rhythm & Blues Freestyles, this seminar draws on years of experience both judging and creating successful freestyles at regional, national, and CDI levels. Sam has taken seven of her own freestyles to the US Dressage Finals and continues to help riders craft programs that score and feel great to ride.
From Rules to Rhythm offers:
A clear break-down of USDF freestyle rules, how tests are judged, and what judges are looking for in both technical execution and artistic impression. Step-by-step freestyle design strategy, from choosing music to choreography that showcases your horse’s strengths. Practical tips for planning sequences, editing music, and maximizing your score sheet potential. Real-life examples and case studies.
Whether you’re preparing for your first show or seeking strategic insights to boost your competition marks, this seminar will give you the tools and confidence to plan, refine, and ride your freestyle with clarity and flair.
After the seminar, there will be additional opportunities to have individual riding sessions to start designing your freestyle with Sam! To sign up click the link.
https://www.striderpro.com/a/Ux4NBx42O0-PikzDMQqcAA
Katelyn Victoria Kok
KVDressage.com/events
508-463-6482
Info@KVDressage.com
Visit Horseshowoffice.com or to sign up or go to https://www.kvdressage.com/events for details. Judge is Sam Martinson 'r'. This event is being held at KV Dressage 13380 Donahoo Rd, Kansas City, KS 66109
Join us for the March KCDS Board Meeting on Zoom. Email kcdsdressage@gmail.com with questions. Open to all current members and those interested in learning more about the club. https://mcckc.zoom.us/j/86947029861?pwd=PpQtqPt01tOf3CofD2otAMcgaHjizE.1
Meeting ID: 869 4702 9861
Passcode: 609274
Join us on Zoom for the lecture, “Using Goals to Improve Training,”. This lecture/discussion will analyze three goal-setting theories and assess the relative importance of goal setting vs. behavior control for improving training. This lecture was prepared by USDF and will be led by KCDS President, Meghan Nichols. As a USDF Lecture, USDF member participants can earn University Credit by attending.
Sign up by emailing KCDSdressage@gmail.com. KCDS members are free, and non-members are $10.
Join us for the February KCDS Board Meeting on Zoom. Email kcdsdressage@gmail.com for the link. Open to all current members and those interested in learnin more about the club.
Save the date for the 2025 KCDS Year End Banquet. Details to come but we hope to see you there!
Join us for a planning meeting of educational events for the upcoming year. This is an in-person meeting at Landers Farm. It will be held from 2-4 p.m. in the lounge. Join us and bring your ideas. 2020 State HWY B, Liberty, MO 64068
Join the KCDS Board on our monthly Zoom meeting. Everyone is welcome. Contact KCDSDRESSAGE@GMAIL.COM for the Zoom link and code.
KCDS Christmas Party and Executive Board Elections. Join us for fun and a tiny bit of work.
13911 Belinder St. Leawood, KS 66224.
Daniel Stewart Clinic at Northridge Farm in Kansas City on December 6th and 7th, 2025. Contact Sarah for details at skep12@aol.com or call 208-316-1212.
Support War Horses for Veterans at the War Horses for Veterans Ranch in Stillwell, KS
40+ Local Kansas City Vendors
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Bread-makers • Woodworkers • Hat Bar & more
Every purchase makes a difference—a portion of proceeds from every
vendor benefits War Horses for Veterans, supporting veterans, active
military, and first responders through the healing power of horses.
Sip the wine.
Shop the makers.
Support the mission.
Warhorsesforveterans.org for more info
Join KCSD for a bit fitting clinic with Kim Gentry. Kim is coming to Summit Ranch in Lee’s Summit to assist riders in finding the right bits for their horses. Kim is a USDF Certified Instructor and an International Grand Prix rider. Her clinics discuss oral anatomy and bit function as well as bit and bridle design. She can also talk about common issues related to bitting. To get more information or to sign up, click here.
Join us in person or on Zoom at 6:30 at KCDS President, Amy Gemperli’s house. All are welcome.
13911 Belinder, Leawood, KS 66224
Passcode: kcds
Direct Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktK
Rocky Mountain Dressage Society presents JJ Tate for a symposium at the Boulder County Fairgrounds. Adult Auditors are $50 per day, and Youth Auditors are $30 per day. Lunch is $20. Saturday features “Developing the Best Athlete,” and Sunday is “Ask JJ Anything Q&A”.
Boulder County Fairgrounds 9595 Nelson Road Longmont, Colorado
Auditor signup: https://form.jotform.com/250824998351164
Rider Application: https://form.jotform.com/250775748820062
The last time a rider fitness event was offered it filled up LIGHTNING FAST, so we know people will be excited to see this posted!
A Rider Fitness Event: Stability and Balance Session
Instructor: Lawson Duncan, owner of Lawson’s Core Connection. Lawson is NASM certified with over 25 years of experience and has been riding her whole life. She holds her Bronze and Silver medals.
When: Saturday, August 16th
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Place: KC Strength Lab
14868 Metcalf Avenue
Overland Park, KS 662233
$10 for KCDS Members
$25 for nonmembers
First 10 people to sign up get a spot!!!
Reserve your spot through PayPal
(kcdsinfo@gmail.com) or by check made out to KCDS.
Mail to: Cindy Burnett, KCDS Treasurer
9223 Shorewood Dr.
Desoto, KS 66018
Organizer's Name: Childs Kathy
Organizer's Email: cpostfarm@gmail.com
Event Date: July 20, 2025
Event Details: Topeka Roundup Club Dressage Schooling Show. Offering both USDF and Western Dressage classes.
Open to all riders and free of charge this clinic with Rhonda Martin will provide information on locating muscle tension, improving range of motion and engaging postural muscles for improved stability.
Where: Saddle & Sirloin
RSVP to Emily Frazier by July 12th at yemonlimes@yahoo.com
Join KCDS at Pinot’s Palette for a fundraiser for KCDS Junior Riders, Averi Allen and Ella O’Neil. June 8th from 5-7:00 PM. The cost is $55 with $15 going directly to support these young riders.
4817 W. 117th St., Leawood, KS
Time: 6:30 pm Place: Amy Gemperli’s Home, 13911 Belinder Leawood, KS 66224
Join us by Zoom or in person!
The next three meetings are Feb. 26th, March 26th, and April 23rd! Please respond to this email if you want to attend or use the Zoom link!