Strider Continues as USEA Educational Partner for 2026
The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is pleased to announce STRIDER will continue its partnership, serving as the “Official Educational Partner” of the USEA. A leader in the equestrian industry, STRIDER is committed to making equestrian sport more accessible at all levels, and this partnership further strengthens the shared mission of both organizations to grow the sport and enhance the overall eventing experience.
STRIDER will additionally support the USEA American Eventing Championships as a Prize Level Sponsor, contributing to competitor recognition across divisions and supporting the USEA’s premier national championship event. This year the AEC will return to Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, on Aug. 25-30.
“STRIDER’s easy to use platform connects members with a variety of competitions, education opportunities, and schooling events,” said Rob Burk, USEA CEO. “As an educational association promoting eventing, we are thrilled to continue collaborating with STRIDER.”
As a United States Equestrian Federation–approved entry provider, STRIDER supports convenient entry and payment for horse shows, competitions, schooling events, and equestrian sport activities across disciplines. STRIDER remains committed to supporting horse welfare, education, and the continued growth of equestrian sport. To learn more, visit striderpro.com.
“We’re thrilled to expand our partnership with the USEA to include investments in riders, horse welfare, and the business infrastructure behind the sport,” said Tara Swersie, CEO of STRIDER. “By providing USEA members with free access to modern digital entry and payment tools and coming onboard as a sponsor of the American Eventing Championships, STRIDER is proud to help strengthen eventing at every level in 2026.”
Through this renewed collaboration, STRIDER and USEA will continue to partner on a variety of initiatives, to include a monthly co-produced article series on USEA’s useventing.com offering educational and business tips for USEA members. Additionally, USEA Members will receive a 15% discount off STRIDER digital services, while all USEA Eventing Coach Program (ECP) members will enjoy a 20% discount off STRIDER digital services.
About the United States Eventing Association
The USEA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers, and officials; maintaining responsible safety standards; and registering qualified competitions and clinics, the USEA offers a strong and continuous training opportunity for an ever-expanding field of world-class competitors. Just as importantly, the USEA provides a means for all riders, regardless of age or ability, to experience the thrill of eventing. To learn more, visit www.useventing.com.
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