GVDS serves the classical (English) and western dressage community on the Western Slope of Colorado.
Our calendar is full throughout the year with educational programs, shows, and clinics.
"The object of dressage is the development of the horse into a happy athlete through harmonious education."
-Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI)
GVDS Bits of News
Published At | Title | Read More! | Image |
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07/21/2026 | GVDS Scholarship Update – Kenzie Thom | ||
07/21/2026 | Schooling Show II | ||
04/29/2026 | Opening for the Summertime Warm Up & Summertime I & II Shows! |
GVDS member meetings: ONLINE
The club generally meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 pm.
Meetings are currently being done through Zoom . If you wish to attend, email Karen Harkin ksharkin@gmail.com at least 24 hours prior to the meeting to receive the link to log in.
Current members can access the meeting link here.
Upcoming Events
Jul
20
GVDS Business Meeting
Everyone is welcome, as it takes a village of dedicated volunteers, participants and interested individuals to share their great ideas and constructive feedback. We hope you will review the adgenda and minutes and join the meeting via Zoom.
You will find the Zoom Link in the member area.
Location: Zoom
Aug
11
Drop In Dressage
Back by popular demand, is Drop In Dressage!
Now as a GVDS sponsored event, expect the same high quality instruction for both English and western riders, from Julie Burt and Megan Bretey, both “L” judges, but with a new enhancement this year! Members will have the option to add on a cavaletti or Prix Caprilli clinic, led by Jolene Perry, at some of the sessions. Riders can do one or both of the clinics. The two options must be entered separately.
As GVDS will offer Prix Caprilli classes (a low level dressage test with two jumps) at the schooling shows in 2026, what a perfect way to cross train your horse with either of these options.
All clinics will be held at the Mesa County Fairgrounds, some conveniently available on weekends.
Contact Judi Devore @ jdevore2000@yahoo.com for more information.
This is the link for signing up: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=38200909
Location: Mesa County Fair Grounds
Aug
22-23
2026 Schooling Show II - Presented by Jeffie Pike CPA
GVDS Schooling Show II
Open: July 27 , 2026 Close: August 10, 2026
Judge: Marie Maloney (KS), Dressage “R”; USEF Western Dressage “R”;
Recognitions: WDAA/WDACO/AQHA-Western
Location: Mesa County Fairgrounds
Aug
28-29
Sue Martin Clinic
Sue Martin, is a nationally-known and well-respected dressage instructor and rider,
having trained multiple horses through the FEI levels and to Grand Prix. Sue is an
experienced Grand Prix competitor, qualifying and competing 3 times at the National
Dressage Championships and Festival of Champions. She has been the instructor of
multiple top riders, and effectively communicates with riders at all levels and with
horses of all types.
This clinic is for riders wishing to work on specific training goals and each lesson is
tailored to the individual horse and rider combination.
Auditors can enjoy audience participation in training discussions.
Both western and traditional dressage riders, are welcome. Auditors participate for
free.
Location: 405 Mid Valley Drive, New Castle 81647