Classic Series

Competitions

Conditioning Tips for a Classic Three-Day

Conditioning plans can vary from 12 weeks down to four weeks. The most important thing is to remember that the plan should fit the horse and rider, not vice versa. There are general templates but all schedules will look different and should be tailored to you and your horse’s specific needs.

May 26, 2025
Competitions

The Organizers of the USEA Classic Series: Mary Fike

For Mary Fike, there’s one memory that embodies the spirit of Classic Three-Day. “I know this may sound kind of contrived, but I remember being out checking on something on the [cross-country] course, and a rider came by in [Phase] C that was just singing to her horse,” she recollected. “She was ...

March 30, 2025
Competitions

USEA Podcast #381: Get the Lowdown on the USEA Classic Series

Want to learn more about the history of eventing and how to develop the strongest partnership possible with your horse? Consider adding a USEA Classic Series event to your 2025 competition calendar! USEA Podcast host Nicole Brown chats with two of the biggest fans of the USEA Classic Series, five...

February 24, 2025
Competitions

Embrace the Challenge of the USEA Classic Three-Day Event in 2025!

Step back in time and experience the thrill of traditional three-day eventing by competing in a USEA Classic Series event this year! The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is excited to announce that the 2025 Classic Series calendar is now available, with a new venue joining the lineup.

February 19, 2025
Competitions

Celebrating the Champions of the 2024 USEA Classic Series

The USEA is honored to carry forward the legacy of the traditional long-format, three-day event through the USEA Classic Series. These events celebrate the roots of our sport, offering riders a chance to step back in time and experience the original format that shaped the sport we enjoy today. Fr...

November 26, 2024
News

What's New with ShowConnect in November 2024?

ShowConnect, the innovative event management system for equestrian events, has undergone significant enhancements over the past few months. The development team has been working tirelessly to improve user experience, streamline processes, and add new features that cater to the diverse needs of co...

November 25, 2024
Competitions

Ram Tap Wraps Up the 2024 USEA Classic Series

The final USEA Classic Series event took place at Ram Tap Horse Park Horse Trials from Nov. 15-17 in Fresno, California. Read on to learn more about the winners!

November 23, 2024
Competitions

Waredaca Celebrates 20 Years of the USEA Classic Series Three-Day Event: Meet the Winners!

Waredaca celebrated 20 years of its USEA Classic Series Three-Day Event from Oct.23-26 in Laytonsville, Maryland. From Beginner Novice through Modified, 72 horse and rider pairs got to experience the thrill of competing in a long format three-day event. Read on to learn more about the winners.

November 2, 2024
Competitions

Hagyard Midsouth Three-Day Event Sees Two New Winners Crowned

The Hagyard Midsouth Three-Day Event hosted two USEA Classic Series divisions from Oct. 16-20 in Lexington, Kentucky. Twenty-nine horse and rider pairs contested the Training Three-Day, while 32 were in the Novice Three-Day. Read on to learn more about the winners!

October 25, 2024