Put Your Best Foot Forward at Your Next Dressage Show

Check out these tips from FEI and USEF dressage judge Janet Foy to give a great first impression as you enter the dressage ring.

With all the time spent training at home to prepare for a dressage show, a little extra effort can go a long way to make a great first impression when it comes time to compete. Even though there are no points for dress and presentation, it shows more attention to detail and a more positive attitude to present yourself and your horse in this manner.

You can do things at home before leaving for the show as well as make some final preparations before heading to the warm-up. Here are a few tips to improve the overall picture presented to the judge as you head down centerline.