This year’s Young Rider Dream Program trip to Wellington, Florida, was one to remember! For five days, the group of young riders from across the country learned from some of the best trainers, riders, instructors, judges, and dressage supporters in the world.

(Photo:  2024 Young Rider Dream Program group with Scott and Sara Hassler. Photo by Bethany P Photography.)

What they learned shouldn’t end with them, though! We are pleased to bring you access to their key learnings, which they shared in daily journals.

Read the Young Riders’ Daily Journals Here

Each day was something new and included learning from amazing dressage professionals and visiting incredible farms:

• Day 1: Olivia LaGoy-Weltz, Stephanie Brown-Beamer, Scott Hassler, Sara Hassler, Jane Cleveland/Poinciana Farm, Lendon Gray, Beth Baumert, Jennifer Baumert
• Day 2: Adrienne Lyle, Betsy Juliano, Christian Simonson, TyL Dressage, Dr. Hilary Clayton, Reese Koffler-Stanfield, Jennifer Williams, Kim Herslow, Rebecca Hart, Sara and Lee Tubman, and more!
• Day 3: Charlotte Bredahl, Kristina Harrison, Bill McMullin, Bill Warren, Katherine Bateson-Chandler, Julie McKean
• Day 4: Genay Vaughn, Five Rings Farm, Katie Foster, Winter Equestrian Festival

Reflecting on the week in Wellington, participant Chloe Roth shared….

“When something so deeply affects you, it can be hard to find the words to describe it. It wasn’t just the education or watching the amazing horses or experiencing spectacular dressage or any other incredible thing we saw (although all of those were extraordinary in their own right)— the truth is, it was the people.

“From the donors who made it possible for TDF to create this program, to the beautiful souls who make TDF what it is, to the riders and trainers who took the time to share their knowledge, expertise, and wisdom; Kelly Burris, our remarkable chaperone, who spoke such life and encouragement into us; and finally, the four other girls a part of this program which I now count among my dear friends. It’s these people who made this week so impactful.

“I am going home with renewed energy and focus and with my heart so, so full.”

(Adrienne Lyle and Betsy Juliano spoke with the group about international competition)

This year’s Young Rider Dream Program group has one final thing to say….

Video of the Young Riders final thoughts – Here.