United States Eventing Association

Last month we discussed flooding and exposure therapy, two techniques that help us overcome things that overwhelm us. While both are very effective, there are two unfortunate problems with them: (1) some of the things that overwhelm us require more practice than we’re able to give while in the saddle (like twice a week) and (2) some of the things that overwhelm us aren’t exactly the kind of things we want to practice (like falling or reacting to a spook).

Group rides are an important tool to include in the education of both riders and horses to give them a well-rounded education, enhance the rider’s skills, and give confidence to both horses and riders. Managed well, group rides also add to the enjoyment of our sport.

The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is happy to announce that Parker Equine Insurance will return as the “Official Equine Insurance Provider of the USEA” for 2024 and 2025. As part of their corporate sponsorship of the USEA, Parker Equine Insurance will provide support for several programs as a “Gold Sponsor of the USEA American Eventing Championships,” a “Contributing Sponsor of the USEA Classic Series,” a “Contributing Sponsor of the USEA Young Event Horse Program,” a “Bronze Sponsor of the USEA Annual Meeting and Convention,” and the “Insurance Partner of the USEA Eventing Coaches Program.”

It's time for another rider Q&A session, and this time around we chatted with USEA Intermediate AEC champion and five-star eventer Allie Knowles about all things related to horse-care, being a professional in the sport, why Morswood is the absolute best boy in the barn, and more. A huge thanks to Allie for taking the time to chat with us!

The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is pleased to announce the Equine Network’s Horse Week has returned as a “Media Partner of the USEA,” as well as a “Contributing Sponsor for the USEA Young Event Horse East Coast Championships.”

Strides for Equality Equestrians and Overlook Equestrian are pleased to announce the creation of a new experience for Equestrians of Color. A horsemanship camp that is open to all ages!

The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is thrilled to announce World Equestrian Brands is returning as a “Title Sponsor of the Rider of the Year Leaderboard” for 2024. They are also returning as a Contributing Level Sponsor of the USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Eventing Team Championships taking place this spring at Stable View Farm in Aiken, South Carolina.

You have to agree that when you arrive at the barn, you arrive at a place that’s more than just fences, paddocks, and arenas—it really is your happy place: the place you go to when you need a little positive distraction from the craziness of your crazy world. Unlike other sport venues, however, your happy place isn’t defined by the venue itself but by the relationship with S the trainers, peers, and horses found there.

The 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds has been a resounding success, solidifying its place as one of the largest eventing competitions in North American history. With over 1,000 entries and competition running from Tuesday to Sunday, several days lasting beyond 9:00 p.m., the week's accomplishments were made possible thanks to the generous support of the USEA AEC sponsors.

It’s back-to-school season, but it’s not just school students who need to be thinking about schedules. Whether you’re gearing up for fall eventing competitions or winding down from a summer season peak, now is a great time to incorporate more schooling outings into your horse’s program.