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Experience the Spirit of New Orleans at this Year’s USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is excited to head to Area V this Dec. 11-14 for the 2025 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana! Known for its rich history, world-class jazz, and electrifying Mardi Gras celebrations, New Orleans will se...

May 9, 2025
Competitions

All Things USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Eventing League from the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

Are you a member of the USEA Intercollegiate Eventing Program or USEA Interscholastic Eventing League? Considering joining one of these exciting programs in 2025? Then you won't want to miss these important recaps and updates presented during the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention, which was held D...

January 7, 2025
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USEA Podcast #377: Reflections on the 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

USEA CEO Rob Burk sits down with Podcast Host Nicole Brown to talk about some of the key moments from this year's USEA Annual Meeting & Convention, which was held Dec. 12-15 in Seattle, Washington, including keynote speaker Tik Maynard's presentation, rule changes, accessibility and inclusivity, ...

December 30, 2024
Membership

Closing Out A Successful Year for the USEA: Notes from the 2024 USEA Annual Meeting

In addition to educational seminars, open forums, awards ceremonies, and committee meetings, the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention is host to the Annual Meeting of Members each year where members can receive important updates on the Association and play a vital role in its future.

December 17, 2024
Membership

Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

Another fantastic week at the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention has come to a close in Seattle, Washington! Several days of celebration and education, highlighted by the year-end awards luncheon and the Annual Meeting of Members with special keynote address from Tik Maynard, were bookended by two ...

December 16, 2024
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Everything You Need to Know from the USEA Board of Governors Meetings from the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

The USEA Board of Governors met twice during the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention, once on Wednesday afternoon and once on Sunday morning. We’ve recapped some of the biggest discussion points for you below.

December 15, 2024
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The Importance of Being Present with Eventer and Road to the Horse Champion Tik Maynard

When Advanced level eventer Tik Maynard first watched the Road to the Horse in 2012, he was immediately drawn in by the concept of the three-day competition. Each year, four invited trainers work with a previously unhandled 3-year-old Quarter Horse gelding in 1.5-hour sessions with the ultimate g...

December 15, 2024
Competitions

Rule Change Open Forum Recap from 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

With longtime Rule Change Open Forum moderator Malcolm Hook unable to attend this year’s USEA Annual Meeting & Convention, Alison Lloyd with the U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF) took over the forum on Saturday.

December 14, 2024
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Rider Biomechanics: The Ultimate Balancing Act that Plays a Critical Role in Rider Safety

As riders, we spend a lot of time focusing on the strengthening and fitness programs of our horses, but as Amy Gibbs, MPT, pointed out on Thursday afternoon at the 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention, setting aside time to focus on our own balance and strength is imperative, not only in helping...

December 12, 2024
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Fast Facts: 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

Say hello to Seattle, USEA members! The 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention gets underway tomorrow and features four full days of educational seminars, committee meetings, and social gatherings all surrounding the sport of eventing! This year’s Convention takes place in Seattle, Washington, at ...

December 11, 2024