UPCOMING SHOW

LVDA Schooling Show Championship with Championship Classes
October 9
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A prominent figure in international dressage competition, Mr. Williams has been a serious student of dressage since 1973. He is currently active as USDF president, a USEF dressage committee member, USEF High Performance Eligible Athlete committee member, Chair of the USEF High Performance Dressage committee, and a member of the USEF Board of Directors. He trains and competes for Havensafe Farm, with great success on their Oldenburg gelding, Don Bailey, and others. A strong believer in giving back to the dressage community, we are extremely fortunate he is sharing his expertise with us.
For more information or to register contact Karen Gross phone: 610-754-1582 email: ptoblerone@dejazzd.com Or visit frenchcreekdressage.org

Learn about the history and practice of French dressage from a modern master. Jean-Claude Barry, a former instructor at the French National Riding School in Saumur and member of the prestigious Cadre Noir, explains how French dressage principles and methods are applied for a style of riding that embodies grace, ease, and harmony. The points he makes are illustrated with beautiful equine photography by Clotilde Peters. Monika Dujardin is honored to be one of the key riders featured in this book, illustrating many of the dressage concepts Jean-Claude discusses

This beautiful full-color book is available for sale through Blurb.com. It's a must-read for anyone who has ridden in one of Jean-Claude's clinics. The additional insights into the principles of French Dressage provide a wonderful context for Jean-Claude's instructions. Click below to look inside the book. Treat yourself to a copy — you'll find it a great source of inspiration as you strive for the ideals of harmony and lightness that are the hallmark of French Dressage.

French Touch by Jean-Claude Barry/
Photographs by Clotilde Peters

Ecuyer Barry is a published author of two books in French, Dressage du Cheval aux Piliers and Traité des Airs Relevés. This is his first work to be translated into English.