Dressage Instructors
Please read the Grant information and requirements before proceeding.
Applications for the Region 9 Teaching Excellence Award will only be accepted from instructors who are nominated. Completed applications and required documentation must be submitted online, directly to The Dressage Foundation and be received by TDF's office on or before August 1st of each year. Emails and hard copies will not be accepted. We encourage you to review this application and gather all materials prior to starting the online application process. Once you start, your work cannot be saved.
If you have questions or need assistance, please email info@dressagefoundation.org.
The Region 9 Teaching Excellence Award will be presented at the Great American/USDF Region 9 Championship Dressage Show each year.
Please download and sign this Signature Page. Attach it to this application at the bottom of this page.
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Please check that all required fields are complete before submitting.
Provide YouTube links to videos of you teaching two lessons. These videos should show riders of different skill levels. Videos should be approximately 20 minutes per lesson, with a maximum of 30 minutes per lesson. See the “Video Recommendations” document for more information.
Optional upload – Provide short written statements about each horse and rider. See “Video Recommendations.” (This information can also be included in the videos.)
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Attach two letters of recommendation from your peers validating your dressage experience/qualifications, good character, and professionalism.
After you click submit, a notification page will show confirming your application has been received. You will be notified via email that the application has been received within 2 business days. If you do not receive confirmation that your application has been received, please call our office at (402) 434-8585.