Welcome to the Southern Eventing and Dressage Association.
Established in 1975, the Southern Eventing and Dressage Association is a non-profit, educational organization founded to foster an interest in, and understanding of, the equestrian sports of Dressage and Eventing. Club activities include educational events, schooling and recognized shows, clinics, seminars, tack sales, and an Annual Awards Program.
Important News and Announcements
LEC Schooling Dressage and Combined Test
LEC will be hosting a Combined Test, Dressage Only or Single “Clear” rounds of stadium jumping on Saturday – April 11th. We will be running low to high starting with poles on the ground. This will allow you to do multiple heights/divisions without breaking the rules!
One of your favorite judges, Rebecca Brown will be back in the judges box scribbling out those scores!
Le Bon Temps II
Join us for Le Bon Temps May 9-10! Prize list is available here.
2026 Southern Circuit
AMEN CORNER FARM, DSDCTA, AND SEDA ARE OFFERING A RIDER CIRCUIT PARTICIPATION INCENTIVE.
Compete in both First Dance and Blue Angel plus one Le Bon Temps to be entered into a grand prize drawing after the May show.
SEDA Junior Classic Returning June 27-28
The SEDA Junior Classic is SEDA’s all-junior show. It’s grounded in fun and learning. The show has been on a hiatus, but due to high demand, SEDA is thrilled to welcome it back.
The Junior Classic will be scheduled annually in June and seeks to provide both dressage and combined test classes, as well as few other fun non-traditional classes. The show will include both ridden and non-ridden learning opportunities to include one-on-one time with the dressage judge to review their test. Read more here
Sponsors Wanted for the SEDA Junior Classic
We’re looking for folks to help make our Junior Classic something extra special for our Juniors. Consider a sponsorship. More information is available here.
SEDA Scholarship Deadline May 1
Who doesn’t want free money? Apply for a SEDA Scholarship to earn funds toward your next educational opportunity. Information available here.
Important Update to Eventing Awards Program
2026 Changes
For 2026 Eventing Score Recording will be moving to an Opt In format. You will have until 9/30 to opt in using the form that can be found on the website. If you’d like to see your scores posted throughout the year, please opt in sooner rather than later. We will begin recording scores this way starting with Holiday Fleur De Leap. Anyone doing Intro at a USEA show will need to email Emily since USEA won’t record those results.
Beginning in 2026, there has been a change to the recording of the Starter Level in Eventing. In past years, before the USEA recognized Starter, you could qualify for year end awards with same rider/different horse combinations. Now that the level is USEA recognized it will no longer apply to that rule. Only the SEDA levels of Pre Mini Amoeba, Mini Amoeba, Pre Amoeba, Amoeba, and Prestarter will be allowed to use same rider/different horse and still qualify.
2026 Awards Program
There have been some significant updates to the Awards Program Guidelines. Please review them. Changes are in red.
Volunteer Coordinator Needed
We all know how essential volunteers are to our events. SEDA is in need of someone to take on the role of Volunteer Coordinator. Tasks will include: working with show organizers to fill and schedule all volunteers needed, follow up with volunteers to ensure they arrive, being on hand (or appoint someone if you can’t be there) to serve as a point of contact for volunteers at the show, tracking volunteer hours. If this sounds like something you’d like to take on, please contact Nicole.
THANK YOU to Our Sponsors!
We owe a huge ‘thank you’ to everyone who contributed to make the latest changes on our cross country course possible.
PLATINUM
- Ted and Lolly White
- The Heymann Foundation
SILVER
- Joan Bergmann
- Core Feed
- Fairlead Equestrian
BRONZE
- Anonymous
JUMP SPONSORS
- Lagniappe Equestrian Center
- Deep South Pony Club
- EquiBest
- Purple Rein
- Noble Oaks
- United Sporthorses
- Bridles and Britches
- Elite Rhythm Eventing
- Grandbeck Farm
Additionally, Gallagher’s Water generously updated our water complex footing and is providing goodies for our competitors this weekend.
We cannot thank everyone enough!
Sponsors Needed!
One of the ways to earn volunteer hours is by getting sponsors for SEDA. Consider sponsoring something yourself or asking people or businesses you know to sponsor our events. Use the SEDA Sponsorship Flyer for additional information. The earlier in the year we obtain sponsors, the more exposure they will get…and we want to give our sponsors LOTS of exposure!
Stay on Top of What’s Going On in Region 9
Go to http://www.usdfregion9.org/ and click on the sign up button to receive the Region 9 Newsletter that goes out mid-month carrying the latest information.
Tell us all about it!
You’ve been to a clinic, a show, or some other event? We want to hear your story. Tell us about what you learned, your successes, or just the experience. Toot your own horn if you’ve earned it. Share your knowledge! Send your submissions to: newsletter@sedariders.org.
National Affiliations
SEDA Statement on Equality and Inclusivity
The Southern Eventing and Dressage Association (SEDA) is proud to represent all of its members, be a resource for the equestrian community, and to support inclusivity in all aspects of sport. We strive for continual improvement in our sports and our organization. We believe we are stronger together.
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🎉 We have a winner… and it’s official! 🎉![]()
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A huge THANK YOU to Zen Dressage for stepping up to sponsor and host the Competitor Party for the SEDA Junior Only Show! 🙌![]()
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As one of the newest additions to the Folsom community, they clearly didn’t come to play—they came to make a statement. And just like that, they’ve claimed the (highly coveted, totally official 😉) title of Most Fun Barn in the Area!![]()
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We can’t wait to see what they have in store for our juniors—we know it’s going to be an unforgettable night!![]()
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Be sure to show them some love and get ready to celebrate! 🎉![]()
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If you missed out, don’t sweat- more opportunities to support those juniors is coming soon!
🎉 Calling all SEDA members heading to the World Cup!![]()
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Join us for a fun Champagne Meet-Up on Saturday, April 11 at 5:00 PM at the Animasol vendor tent, generously hosted by Jackie Jolie.![]()
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Come sip some champagne, connect with fellow members, and unwind before the excitement of the dressage freestyles. Plus, enjoy the chance to try red light therapy—with FREE sessions available to help you relax and recharge!![]()
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We can’t wait to see you there—cheers to a great evening and an unforgettable World Cup experience! 🐎✨
Thanks to These Sponsors of Our Cross Country Course Overhaul
The entire content of our fundraising appeal is available here
TITLE SPONSOR
Gallagher’s Water
Preferred Lending Solutions/Guidry Family
PLATINUM SPONSOR
Summers Neurosurgery
GOLD SPONSOR
Heymann Foundation
SILVER SPONSOR
Anonymous
Evangeline Farm
Lagniappe Equestrian Center
Hildreth McCarthy
Stacy Palowsky
Mule Services/ Stegeman Family
The Schultz Family
Lori Tucker
BRONZE SPONSOR
Equi-Best Equestrian Center
Folsom Veterinary Clinic LLC
RS Eventing
Ted and Lolly White
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
Anonymous
Nicola Anthony
Leslie Morris Dressage
Equine Therapeutics
Anne Hornbeak & Friends
Linda McNeely
Kimberly Meagher
Memphis Eventing
Millermark Creations
Sally Richards
Ruth Roca
Julie Stagg
Pam Tremblay
Brenda Yawn
Thanks to These Sponsors of Our 2024 Cross Country Course Upgrade
Faux Pas Farm • Heymann Foundation • Dr Trisha Marullo • Jessalyn Putt