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Thanks to the generosity of Margaret Duprey and Cherry Knoll Farm, The Dressage Foundation is thrilled to be able to boost the strength of its Young Rider Dream Program. 

Beginning in October 2022, the funds raised for the Program—up to the $100,000 mark—will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Duprey.

TDF's Young Rider Dream Program: An Educational Experience of a Lifetime

A TDF Program Since 2000
The Dream Program was created by Olympian Michael Poulin to give top young U.S. riders an introduction to international-level dressage through a tour of European training facilities and competitions. In 2022, the Dream Program was held in Wellington, Florida. It was a resounding success and will return to Wellington in 2023.

Building the Next Generation of Excellence for U.S. Dressage
Since its beginning, the program has given 69 young riders the chance to be immersed in the international dressage scene. Over 81% of the past participants are now dressage professionals, including Olympian Adrienne Lyle.

A Unique Opportunity
Participants meet with the best-of-the-best in American and international dressage, plus participants get a behind-the-scenes look at world-class facilities and events.

Read more about past Young Rider Dream Program experiences.

100k Match
  • Adrienne Lyle

    "I WAS IMMEDIATELY IMPRESSED BY THE PRESENCE OF THE EUROPEAN YOUNG RIDERS AND HOW BOLDLY THEY RODE. THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME IT CLICKED THAT TO BE COMPETITIVE, YOU CAN’T STAY CONSERVATIVE AND IN YOUR COMFORT ZONE.”

  • Margaret Duprey

    "THE YOUNG RIDER DREAM PROGRAM IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG ADULTS TO BE ABLE TO LEARN FROM THE DRESSAGE COMMUNITY ALL AROUND THE WORLD."

  • Ruby Tevis

    "THE YRDP RENEWED MY OUTLOOK ON WHAT IS POSSIBLE FOR MY CAREER, AND HAS MOTIVATED ME TO GO ‘ALL IN’ WHILE FOLLOWING MY HEART AND PASSION FOR DRESSAGE. THIS PROGRAM IS SURE TO INSPIRE YOU!”

  • Beth Baumert

    "THE POWER OF THE PROGRAM IS CLEAR. PARTICIPANTS EMERGE WITH CLEAR-CUT VISIONS OF FUTURE CAREER PATHS, AND THEY MARCH FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE AND LOFTY GOALS."

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