Young Rider Graduate Program Application

Applicant Criteria

Must be between 20 & 28 years of age
Must be a current USDF PM or GM member
Riding at Third Level or above

The USDF National Youth Programs Committee shall consider all applications received by October 31, 2024; preference will be given to those applying by the September 30 deadline. Selection will be based upon demonstrated commitment to riding, training and/or teaching, and evidence of proficiency at Third Level or above. Recommendations may be submitted to support the completed application.

Rider Information

USDF Member #USDF #

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Enter First Name and/or Last Name.

First Name

Last Name

First Name

Last Name

Street Address

Country

Zip Code

State

City

Phone

Date of Birth

Coach/Trainer Name

Riding Experience

How many years have you been studying dressage?

Have you ridden at Third Level or above?

Have you participated in the USDF FEI Youth Clinic Series?

Competition Experience

What is the highest level you have competed?

At what level are you currently competing?

Have you competed in NAJYRC/NAYC?

Please provide a short summary of your competition experience.

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Goals & Community Involvement

What are you currently doing in the equestrian world?

What are your short-term goals?

What are your long-term goals?

Explain in what ways you are involved with your local dressage community, Pony Club, or USDF.

Examples include committee work, volunteering, teaching, training, etc.

Please list one question you would like answered or a topic you would like to see covered at the USDF/USEF Young Rider Graduate Program.

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