I have included below the main links and the subject matter for Youth information on the USDF site . I will not fully update the Region 9 Youth site until the USDF board has approved all changes and additions to/from the USDF Youth Council ... hopefully at the 2009 winter meeting for implementation next April.

Where to find information for Youth on the USDF website:
GO TO: USDF Home page to Quick links to Youth Programs
http://usdf.org/education/youth.asp

Council and Committees: Here buried in the site are your Regional Volunteers, Your contacts to guide you to your local help and listen to your needs.
GO TO : About drop down menu on home page click About USDF look left and click

• Complete Current Chair Listing
• Council and Committee Handbook (PDF)
• Timeline (PDF)
  
• Adult Education Council
• Audit Committee
• Awards Council
• Bylaws Committee
• Competition Management Council
• Competitors Council
• FEI Junior/Young Rider Council
• Freestyle Committee
• GMO Council
• Historical Committee
• Instructor/Trainer Council
• Judges Committee
• Membership Committee
• Nominating Council
• ParaEquestrian Dressage Committee
• Planning Committee
• Regional Championships Committee
• Sport Horse Committee
• Technical Delegates Council
• Youth Council
• Young Rider Graduate Program

GO TO: Home page to Education to Other Programs
http://www.usdf.org/education/other-programs/
Other Programs ( some of these listed are not under the Youth Council but Youth may participate in some)
USDF Sport Horse Seminars
Often held in conjunction with USDF Sport Horse Handlers Clinics, these two-day programs educate breeders, riders, trainers, and potential owners about the qualities to look for in a sport horse and how to rate them. Additionally, they serve as a prerequisite for becoming a USEF-licensed dressage/sport horse breeding judge. Learn more
USDF/USEF Young Rider Graduate Program
With funding support provided by The Dressage Foundation, this program consists of a weekend educational seminar that focuses on crucial topics that young adults, ages 20-28, need to know to prepare for a professional career in the equine industry. Topics include goal setting, sponsorship, international competition and business subjects such as contracts, insurance and tax practices. These subjects are taught by top professionals in the country in hopes of fostering strong role models for the future. Learn more
Trainers Conference
The National-Level and FEI-Level Trainers’ Conferences are designed to provide continuing education for dressage trainers and instructors. USDF Trainers’ Conference presenters give trainers the opportunity to explore new training method and teaching techniques. Past presenters have included Ulla Salzgeber, Kathy Connelly, Hubertus Schmidt and Jan Brink. Attendees must meet certain criteria in order to attend. Learn more
Trainers Conference
The National-Level and FEI-Level Trainers’ Conferences are designed to provide continuing education for dressage trainers and instructors. USDF Trainers’ Conference presenters give trainers the opportunity to explore new training method and teaching techniques. Past presenters have included Ulla Salzgeber, Kathy Connelly, Hubertus Schmidt and Jan Brink. Attendees must meet certain criteria in order to attend. Learn more
Musical Freestyle
Dressage Musical Freestyle combines the elegance and beauty as well as the power and strength of the horse with the stirring impact of music. Movements and figures are choreographed to meet the technical requirements of the particular level with carefully chosen music that highlights the horse/rider combination. Musical Freestyles are entertaining and offer great audience appeal. The tests are offered from First to Fourth levels through the USDF and at Prix St. Georges for Young Riders, Intermediate I and Grand Prix through the FEI. Learn more
Pas de Deux
Pas de Deux combines the elegance and impact of dressage musical freestyle with the added element of two horses and riders performing together. Movements and figures are choreographed to meet the technical requirements of the particular level with music chosen to highlight the pair. Pas de Deux has great spectator and audience appeal due to the increased dynamic of two horses and riders dancing in the arena. Learn more
Quadrille
Quadrille is most simply defined as team riding. The most famous, readily identifiable quadrilles are those of the Spanish Riding School, the Cadre Noir and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Learn more
USDF Adult Regional Team Competiions
This program provides an opportunity for adults to compete in a team-like atmosphere. The competition will encourage camaraderie and support for adults competing at any level. Learn more
USDF Youth Regional Team Competitions
These competitions may be hosted in each of the nine USDF regions and are open to anyone age 21 and under riding between Introductory Level and Grand Prix. Each competition features an educational component, along with riders competing on teams and much more fun and excitement. Learn More
High School Dressage Club Pin Program
USDF members who meet their High School Dressage Clubs standards for achievement in equestrian sport will receive a recognition pin from USDF. Learn more
Home page to Clubs
Forms & Documents
Group Membership Organizations (GMOs)
Intercollegiate / Interscholastic Member Organizations (IMOs)
USDF Region Map
Clubs  ( USDF Home page to Clubs)
The USDF has approximately 173 affiliated clubs,
 Group Membership Organization (GMOs) and Intercollegiate/Interscholastic Member Organizations (IMOs), across the country. All clubs submit a roster for each of their members in order to receive certain USDF membership benefits.
Group Member/GMO Benefits
Forms & Documents
Group Membership Organizations (GMOs)
Intercollegiate / Interscholastic Member Organizations (IMOs)
USDF Region Map

Arts Contest ... http://usdf.org/awards/other-awards/art.asp      The Youth Arts contest has been "combined" with the Adult.

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