Apr
28
8:00 AM08:00
Dressage Schooling Show-Topeka Round Up Club
Topeka Round Up Club Dressage Schooling Show
May
4
to May 5
KCDS Recognized Dressage Show at Longview Horse Park
Entries allowed online at HorseShowOffice.com
Judges: Heidi Berry ‘S’ & Cindy Canace ‘S’
TD: Joe Coleman
Show Manager: Jennifer Cusick-Rawlinson
Show Secretary: Anne Sushko
Level 3 show, Qualifying for NAYC, Young & Developing Horse, Brentina Cup, FEI World Breeding Championships for Young Horses (5, 6, 7 yr olds), USEF Children & Pony Rider Natl Championships, GAIG/USDF Regional Championships
Jun
22
to Jun 23
KCSD Recognized Show at Longview Horse Park
Judges: Jane Ayers ‘S’ & Gwen Kaawaloa‘S’
TD: Jean Kraus
Show Manager: Jennifer Cusick-Rawlinson
Show Secretary: Anne Sushko
Level 3 show, Qualifying for NAYC, Markel/USEF Young & Developing Horse Dressage Championships, USEF Brentina Cup Championship, USEF Children & Pony Rider Natl Championships, GAIG/USDF Regional Championships
Jul
20
11:00 AM11:00
Mastering Rider Mindfulness
Cathy Penrod is a professional Performance Dynamics Specialist with over 40 years of equestrian knowledge. She specializes in helping all riders break through internal barriers, conquer fears, overcome nerves and take riding to the next level. This clinic will be held at the Central Resource Library at 9875 W 87th Street in Overland Park, KS 66212. Early Bird registration by 6/25 for members is $60 and non-members $90. At the door is $75 for members and $100 for non-members. Payment can be made via PayPal (kcdsinfo@gmail.com) or check made out to KCDS. Mail to: Cindy Burnett, KCDS Treasurer 9923 Surewood Dr. DeSoto, KS 66018.
Oct
5
8:00 AM08:00
KCDS Championship Schooling Show at Longview Horse Park
KCDS Championship Schooling Show-10/5/24 Judge Joyce Hardesty
Apr
13
8:00 AM08:00
KCDS Schooling Show
Join us at Longview Horse Park for our first show of the season. The judge will be Nancy Gorton (L). Go to Horseshowoffice.com to enter and click here to volunteer.
Mar
27
6:30 PM18:30
March Board Meeting
Join us for our March Board. The meeting will start promptly at 6:30. All members are welcome to attend - we love hearing your ideas and feedback.
Can’t attend in person, you can join the meeting via Zoom using the meeting ID and password, or by clicking the direct link below.
Meeting ID: 465 780 6024
Passcode: KCDS
Mar
25
to Mar 26
Jodi Jones Lees Clinic
KV Dressage presents a clinic with Jodi Jones Lee on March 25th and 26th at 13400 Donahoo Road. Open to both riders and auditors. Contact Katelyn Kok for info at info@kvdressage.com. Sign up to ride at https://forms.gle/aRyviJ3qmicnmuV58
Mar
24
5:00 PM17:00
"Know the Movements" Presentation with "S" Judge Jodi Lees
KCDS presents “Know the Movements” with “S” Judge Jodi Lees
Join us on March 24th for a presentation by USEF “S” Judge Jodi Lees. The topic is “Know the Movements, " a lecture that covers all aspects of the test movements from Training through Fourth level, including the directives, gymnastic effect, and what can go wrong. This program is approved for L Graduate Continuing Education and counts towards USDF University credit.
Cost: $20 for KCDS members and $30 for non-members. Join onsite or ahead of time to get the member's price. Payment can be made via PayPal at KCDSinfo@gmail.com or on-site. Please RSVP with either payment via Paypal or an email to KCDSinfo@gmail.com by 3/22/24.
Where: Hosted by KV Dressage at 13400 Donahoo Road Kansas City, KS in the lounge.
When: March 24th the lecture begins at 5:00 and runs until 8:00. Come at 4:30 and socialize with your fellow equestrians.
Mar
2
9:30 AM09:30
Horse Show Entry Q&A
Do you dread tackling your entries every show? The first one of the year is the worst? Please join us on Zoom on March 2 for help with your entries!! We will review the show bill ( important changes here) and utilize Horse Show Office.
9:30-Schooling shows and 10:30-Recognized shows
RSVP to Lawson via text at 913-909-8943 when you would like to join us.
Let’s get the show season started!
Meeting ID: 465 780 6024
Password: KCDS
Feb
17
6:30 PM18:30
KCDS Annual Banquet
Our Year End Awards Banquet has been postponed due to weather. Join us February 17th and we cannot wait to see you all and celebrate!
Here is all the info you need to be a part of this fabulous evening:
When: February 17, 2024
Where: Hereford House 5001 Town Center Dr, Leawood, KS 66211
Time: Cocktail hour 6pm, Dinner at 6:30pm, Awards after.
Door prizes will be given and we will raffle some fantastic barn baskets. $5 per barn basket raffle ticket, or $20 for 5 tickets.
Banquet Dinner tickets are $35 each person.
Oct
7
8:00 AM08:00
Aug
16
6:30 PM18:30
August Board Meeting
The KCDS August Board Meeting will be hosted in-person by Amy Gemperli at 13911 Belinder, Leawood, KS, 66224 at 6:30 pm. All members are welcome to attend.
Zoom Info:
Meeting ID: 465 780 6024
Passcode: kcds
Direct link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
Jun
24
to Jun 25
Jun
14
6:30 PM18:30
KCDS Board Meeting
2023 Board Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month via zoom - see link and password below. All members are welcome to attend. We appreciate your ideas and your feedback.
Link to our zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
Password: kcds
May
10
6:30 PM18:30
KCDS Board Meeting
2023 Board Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month via zoom - see link and password below. All members are welcome to attend. We appreciate your ideas and your feedback.
Link to our zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
Password: kcds
May
6
to May 7
Apr
15
to Apr 16
Harmony Is Not A Coincidence Interactive Symposium with Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel
Where: Red Fern Ranch, Platte City, MO
When: April 15-16, 2023
International dressage rider and renowned clinician, Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel is a master in biomechanics of both horse and rider. This event is open for all levels and all breeds. With Felicitas’ innovative approach auditors & riders will gain new skills to achieve deeper connection, balance, and harmony with their horse.
Friday is a pre-symposium clinic. Auditing the clinic is encouraged.
Saturday and Sunday: Lectures on horse and rider biomechanics, explaining theory, technique for mindful riding w/ creative visuals & tools, demonstrations, problem solving. Mounted sessions follow the lectures with open communication between Felicitas and all participants to make this an immersive interactive learning experience.
Friday clinic only auditing $75. $200 symposium & clinic auditing. 10% auditor discount for current 2023 KCDS members.
Limited seats. Reserve in advance.
Food truck onsite for lunches.
Wine and Cheese meet and greet.
Rider applications email: thedarkehorsefarm@gmail.com
Rider applications/auditor reservations open January 2nd. Auditor reservations close March 31st. Rider applications close March 15th.
Apr
15
8:00 AM08:00
Apr
14
to Apr 15
Mette Rosencrantz Clinic
Mette Rosencrantz Clinic at Pine Hill Farm. Contact Nancy Gorton at 816-695-3305 or capriole22@yahoo.com for more information on riding and auditing.
Apr
12
6:30 PM18:30
KCDS Board Meeting
2023 Board Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month via zoom - see link and password below. All members are welcome to attend. We appreciate your ideas and your feedback.
Link to our zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
Password: kcds
Mar
25
8:00 AM08:00
Landers Farm & KCDS Workshop: "Go"
MARCH 11 “GO”
TEST RIDING
Weather permitting, ride tests in outdoor ring
Warmup in indoor with mirrors
Each rider will have an allotted time to practice in the ring with trainers
$40.00 per horse
(this is not competition but practice in a new ring and time to be in a measured ring)
RSVP to Linda Landers: 913-568-4351 or landersfarm8@gmail.com
LANDERS FARM
2020 B HIGHWAY
LIBERTY, MO 64060
Mar
8
6:30 PM18:30
KCDS Board Meeting
2023 Board Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month via zoom - see link and password below. All members are welcome to attend. We appreciate your ideas and your feedback.
Link to our zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
Password: kcds
Feb
4
8:00 AM08:00
Landers Farm & KCDS Workshop: "Get Set"
FEBUARY 4 “GET SET”
(snowdates Feburary 11 or TBA)
Workshop is $20 per person, KCDS Members Free
Discussion of New Tests and Their Purposes
Walk movements in the arena.
Clarity of aids for shoulder-in and development of straightness.
Developing goals for competition or better riding!
Riding demonstrations and discussion.
Winter events held inside and out in arena. RSVP to Linda Landers: 913-568-4351 or landersfarm8@gmail.com
LANDERS FARM
2020 B HIGHWAY
LIBERTY, MO 64060
Jan
14
8:00 AM08:00
Landers Farm & KCDS Workshop: "Get Ready"
JANUARY 14 “GET READY”
(snow dates January 21 or TBA)
Workshop is $20 per person, KCDS Members Free
Review New Tests and Their Purposes
How riding test movements help in training your horses.
How the scale of training applies to riding tests.
Understanding the geometry of the dressage ring.
Riding demonstrations of the stretchy circle, the bending line,
With discussion of the free walk and more!
Winter events held inside and out in arena. RSVP to Linda Landers: 913-568-4351 or landersfarm8@gmail.com
LANDERS FARM
2020 B HIGHWAY
LIBERTY, MO 64060
Jan
11
6:30 PM18:30
KCDS Board Meeting
Please join us via Zoom:
Meeting ID: 465 780 6024
Passcode: kcds
Direct Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
Dec
14
6:30 PM18:30
KCDS Annual Meeting & Board Meeting
The KCDS Annual Meeting and December Board Meeting will be held Wednesday, Dec. 14th at 6:30pm at Amy Gemperli’s home: 13911 Belinder, Leawood, KS 66224. All members are welcome to attend - we love hearing your ideas and feedback. Food and non alcoholic beverages will be provided. BYOB.
2023 slate of officers:
President - Deborah Johnson
Vice President - Amy Gemperli
Recording Secretary - Meghan Nichols
Corresponding Secretary - Danette Cox
Treasurer - Cindy Burnett
You can also join the meeting via zoom using the meeting ID and password, or by clicking the direct link below.
Meeting ID: 465 780 6024
Passcode: kcds
Direct Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
While it will be fun to be together again as we are able, PLEASE do not come to the in-person meeting if you are not feeling well or have been expose to COVID. Thank you.
Dec
8
7:00 PM19:00
Bit of Wisdom, Zoom Discussion Group
Mark your calendar for the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. for KCDS’ Discussion Group, Bit of Wisdom.
The group is open to current members, past members, and anyone interested in the equestrian journey of dressage – competitive or not – in any discipline.
Discussion will focus on a featured article (or occasional video) on topics such as fitness, theory and technique, horse biomechanics, confidence and sport psychology, competition and rules and horse and rider biographies. You’ll find each month’s assignment in the KCDS monthly email, on KCDS’ Facebook Group, and here on the Bit of Wisdom page.
Articles and videos take less than 20 minutes of prep time. If you want to listen on the way to the barn, download Pocket https://getpocket.com/home ,a freebie you’ll find in the app store. You can then upload the article, and Pocket will read it to you.
Our discussions will last as long as we are interested, or the hour is up. If you miss a session – you can catchup via the zoom recordings here on the Bit of Wisdom page or on the Facebook group.
Join us regularly, drop in occasionally, meet new people, connect with old friends to talk with others passionate about dressage. See you there!
Nov
19
5:30 PM17:30
KCDS Award Banquet
The 2022 KCDS Awards Banquet will be held November 19, 2022 at the Herford House at Town Center, 5001 Town Center Drive, Leawood, KS 66211.
Due Date to have tickets purchased by: 11/16/2022
Raffle tickets sales will be available online and at the banquet once we have all prize's in.
We accept PAYPAL! Go to http://www.Paypal.com then use kcdsinfo@gmail.com to pay. Add $2 per Paypal transaction. Please list your name as well as how many banquet tickets.
Checks can be sent to:
Angie Cumberford CO KCDS
37604 E Cline Rd
Lone Jack, MO 64070
Nov
10
7:00 PM19:00
Bit of Wisdom, Zoom Discussion Group
Mark your calendar for the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. for KCDS’ Discussion Group, Bit of Wisdom.
The group is open to current members, past members, and anyone interested in the equestrian journey of dressage – competitive or not – in any discipline.
Discussion will focus on a featured article (or occasional video) on topics such as fitness, theory and technique, horse biomechanics, confidence and sport psychology, competition and rules and horse and rider biographies. You’ll find each month’s assignment in the KCDS monthly email, on KCDS’ Facebook Group, and here on the Bit of Wisdom page.
Articles and videos take less than 20 minutes of prep time. If you want to listen on the way to the barn, download Pocket https://getpocket.com/home ,a freebie you’ll find in the app store. You can then upload the article, and Pocket will read it to you.
Our discussions will last as long as we are interested, or the hour is up. If you miss a session – you can catchup via the zoom recordings here on the Bit of Wisdom page or on the Facebook group.
Join us regularly, drop in occasionally, meet new people, connect with old friends to talk with others passionate about dressage. See you there!
Nov
10
to Nov 13
Nov
8
6:30 PM18:30
KCDS Board Meeting
Our board meetings will be held at:
The Timberlands Building
Room 170
4000 W 114th Street
Leawood, KS 66211
If the front door is locked when you arrive, please call 913-485-4667 and someone will let you in. We will be holding in person and Zoom meetings this year.
Meeting ID: 465 780 6024
Passcode: kcds
Direct Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
While it will be fun to be together again as we are able, PLEASE do not come to the in-person meeting if you are not feeling well or have been expose to COVID. Thank you.
Nov
5
8:00 AM08:00
Lester Buckley Clinic
Confident Riding Inside & Out with Lester Buckley
Phalen Equestrian Center
Bonner Spring, KS
Register at lesterbuckleyinkcnov22.eventbee.com
Riding spots still available. Email or call with questions: dodie@dodiejacobi.com, 816-547-5715
Oct
22
2:00 PM14:00
Oct
16
8:00 AM08:00
American Trakehner Association 2022 Inspection Tour
️American Trakehner Association 2022 Inspection Tour
October 16th at Wood’s Edge Equestrian Center in Olathe, KS!
Contact Hannah @ 913-832-3311 for more information and questions.
The American Trakehner Association, the only Trakehner breeding association in North America recognized by and affiliated with the German Trakehner Verband.
Mare inspection for Trakehner, part-Trakehner, Thoroughbred, and Arabians
Foal inspection for Trakehners and part-Trakehners
Inspection Application: https://americantrakehner.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9062ff9bed8a9ff422f4f7b69&id=2b744cb4d6&e=8e49161da1
