Looking on the Bright Side

Looking on the Bright Side

This year started out amazing.  I have two really nice horses to show.  Both just keep getting better.  My plan was to qualify Saltira for the USDF Regional Championship at first and possibly second level.  This would be my first season competing Belle and I would...
Horse Benefits: Friendships

Horse Benefits: Friendships

Dressage and having horses in general is pretty amazing.  There are so many benefits. The bond we have with our horses, fresh air and exercise just to name a few.   The one thing that I find very interesting is the depth of friendships we make through our...

Schooling vs. Recognized Showing

Dahlgren Dressage is lucky enough to be located in central Virginia where there are a lot of local riding clubs that put on inexpensive, casual dressage and combined training shows. We typically have at least one winter show series as well, which is nice as that can...