NEDA's Educational Programs

NEDA KNOW HOW

webinar series

NEDA has an extensive library of previously recorded webinar sessions available for you to view. The objective of this series is to bring our membership a variety of prolific speakers aiming to increase:

• knowledge of best practices and opportunities in the dressage industry,
• opportunities to query those working in the dressage industry regarding cutting edge advancements or best quality educational standards, and
• knowledge of ways their own aspirations are impacted by other's work in dressage community or the equine industry at large.

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NEDA LESSON LINK

discounted lesson program

Thanks to our wonderful network of dedicated trainers and judges, we are able to offer virtual and in-person lessons and critiques to our membership at a discounted rate. This can be helpful when you live in a remote location, are not yet confident leaving your home barn, want a quick prep before a competition, or are looking for assistance with a specific issue.

We hope members near and far take advantage of this wonderful chance to partner with excellent trainers and judges you might not otherwise have access to!

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NEDA PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

discounted auditor program

Through the Partners in Education program, NEDA members can benefit in two ways:

1. If you are organizing an educational event, you can add it to NEDA's event calendars (online and printed in A Tip of the Hat) for free in exchange for allowing other NEDA members a discounted rate to audit these events.
2. If you are interested in auditing an educational event shared through the NEDA Partners in Education program, you will have a discounted rate offered to you for being a NEDA member.
   

• PLEASE NOTE: you (the auditor) will be responsible for proving to the organizers that you are an active NEDA member. You can do this by logging in to your account (the "My Member Page" option under the "Members" menu) and clicking the "Membership Cards" button on the right side of the screen. Follow the directions to save an electronic version of your membership card to email, or print your card off if you'd like to have it in hand!

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NEDA Judge Education

dressage competition knowledge

Since 2010, when Sally Davenport held the reins, NEDA has offered the "best run judge education programs in the country," according to many eminent judge education instructors.

The USDF L (for learner) education program is the first step persons who wish to be dressage judges must take.  However, the three weekends of Part one are equally of value to trainers, riders and persons who are interested in dressage and how it's judged.

Part one:  Participants (mostly those wanting to go further with their training) must attend all three weekends. Auditors pay a small fee and can attend one, two or three weekends.  This program is held partially in a lecture room and partially at an indoor riding area with live horses and riders.  There is usually room for everyone who wants to attend.

Part Two:  is limited to ten candidates who have met showing requirements and completed the Part I as a Participant.  This is held three different weekends at a dressage show and Involves practice judging, oral judging, and a written test. 

USEF “r” and “R” licensed judge training and evaluation are the next steps in judge education.  These are limited to ten candidates who have completed the “L” program with distinction. 

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ABSORBINE / NEDA FALL SYMPOSIUM

elite education brought to New England

Every fall, NEDA brings world-renowned clinician to New England, ensuring our members have access to the very best of educational opportunities without having to travel out of Region! 

NEDA is honored to continue to partner with Absorbine as the title sponsor for this prestigious event. For over 130 years, Absorbine has been “The Horse World’s Most Trusted Name in Horse Care Products” with brands including; UltraShield, Show Sheen, Hooflex, Magic Cushion, Leather Therapy, Silver Honey and more found at Absorbine.com.

More information coming soon about the 2025 clinician!

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SCHOLARSHIPS

let us help you on your journey

With deadlines every spring and fall, NEDA offers robust scholarships to advance you towards your goals. 

Over the decades, NEDA supporters have entrusted us with resources to assist you, and we are dedicated to leveraging their belief in your future: apply!!

Don't let the help that could make the difference pass you by- we have a scholarship for everyone, and if you're not sure which one is for you, contact us to talk about the options!

Click here for information on scholarships and to submit an application

Join us in supporting our members: donate to our scholarship funds here

NEDA'S A TIP OF THE HAT

publication with decades of awards

NEDA has an incredible library of publications throughout its history!

Find electronic versions of our back issues of A Tip of the Hat, Salutes, and other gems for you to access even as we pivot to a more modern electronic publication model for the future. 

If you have historic NEDA publications you would like to see here, let us know!

Online Library Coming Soon!

USDF Offerings:

As a NEDA member, you are automatically a Group Member (GM) member of the United States Dressage Federation. The USDF has a robust library of Online Education offerings available to you. Be sure to take note of which offerings in the categories below will also advance you towards certificates and diplomas:

• USDF Online Courses
• USDF Short Courses by Topic
• Online Courses from Other Providers

As a NEDA member, you can also join the USDF Virtual Education Series, 60 minute Zoom sessions with industry professionals over a variety of dressage and equine education topics. If you miss the live session, they will be available for viewing for 30 days following the live event.