Moving up the Levels - A discussion of Riding Standard Guidelines and how to know if your horse is ready

Presented by Kathy Rowse, USEF "S" Judge

Chair of the USDF "L" Program Committee

ADA Members $10

Non-Members $30

About the Event:

In 2026, USEF introduced the "Riding Standard Guidelines" as part of it's horse welfare initiatives.  These guidelines have been drafted for the consideration of dressage athletes looking to progress up the levels in a harmonious way with their horses.  Learn from our expert how to know when your horse is ready to move up.

About our Speaker:

Kathy Rowse is an USEF "S" dressage judge from Suffolk, VA . Kathy has earned her United States Dressage Federation Bronze, Silver and Gold medals in competition through Grand Prix and has coached her students to also achieve their Bronze, Silver and Gold Medals. She has been a judge since 1990 and an “S” (Senior Judge) since 1999 and is Chair of the USDF "L" Program Committee.  Kathy enjoys working with different breeds and has also trained & successfully competed two Arabians at Prix St. George. Both Kathy and her students have been awarded USDF HOY National Rankings as well as numerous USDF All Breeds honors, and Regional, State and Local awards.