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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
Sep
21
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
Oct
3-4
2026 Schooling Show III - Presented by Jeffie Pike CPA
GVDS Schooling Show III
Open: September 7 , 2026 Close: September 21, 2026
Judge: Carol Bishop (NC), Dressage “R”; USEF Western Dressage “R”;
Recognitions: WDAA/WDACO/AQHA-Western
Location: Mesa County Fairgrounds
Oct
16-18
Ride With Your Mind Clinic! - GVDS Sponsored Event
Be the Best Rider You Can Be!
Instructor: Stephany Fish-Crossman - Certified Ride with Your Mind Instructor
Date: October 16-18, 2026
Sponsors: Grand Valley Dressage Society
Location: Tiffany Ray’s Arena, 420 29 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81504
Oct
24
Drop In Dressage
Back by popular demand, is Drop In Dressage!
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!
All clinics will be held at the Mesa County Fairgrounds, some conveniently available on weekends.
Contact Karen Harkins: ksharkin@gmail.com for more information.
The link for signing up is coming soon!
Location: Mesa County Fair Grounds