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Wheatland Farm Equestrian Center

Join Us For An Amazing Experience

at Wheatland Farm!

USEF Para-Equestrian Dressage Coach Certificate Program & Rider Symposium

An Unparalleled Opportunity for Coaches & Riders!

April 25, 26 & 27, 2025

Wheatland Farm Equestrian Center

Purcellville, Virginia.

Coaching • Riding • Learning

Are you a dressage coach or therapeutic riding instructor looking to become a USEF Para Dressage Coach?

Are you a para dressage rider eager to train with USEF Chef d'Equipe Michel Assouline?

This three-day event at Wheatland Farm is your chance to learn, grow, and take your para dressage journey to the next level!


Event Schedule:

Friday 9am - 4pm - Coaching program

Saturday 9am - 12 pm - Coaching Program

Saturday 1pm - 4pm - Rider Symposium

Sunday 9am - Rider Symposium


Friday, April 25 – Coach Candidate Education

  • Full day of classroom learning with Michel Assouline
  • In-depth technical instruction to prepare for coaching evaluations

Saturday, April 26 – Teaching Practicums & Rider Symposium

  • Morning: Coach candidate teaching practicums – each coach will teach a para dressage lesson while being evaluated.
  • Afternoon: Rider Symposium – riders from across the country are invited to attend with their coaches and receive private 45-minute training sessions with Michel Assouline.
  • A unique opportunity for riders and coaches to gain direct feedback and guidance.

Sunday, April 27 – Rider Symposium

  • Additional rider sessions with Michel Assouline.
  • Event conclusion and takeaways for continued development.


Amenities & Venue

  • Continental breakfast buffet each morning
  • Poolside lunches provided for all participants
  • Snacks and beverages available throughout the day
  • Hosted at the beautiful Wheatland Farm Equestrian Center in Purcellville, VA

Cost:

  • $50 per day per participant, payable to Wheatland Farm.
  • $35 per day for a stall, payable to Wheatland Farm. 

 

How to Apply

Riders & Coaches:

Go to: USEF.ORG and apply online via your USEF Athlete Dashboard under Athlete Apps > Para Equestrian 2025 > Symposium Application

Information regarding the coach program may be found by clicking HERE or clicking on the button below.


Questions?

Contact Laureen Johnson, Director, USEF Para Dressage, via email at the link below.

Please note, all registrations are handled by USEF directly, NOT Wheatland Farm

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