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2023 Upcoming Events

  • Jul 20, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT
    Mount Holyoke College Equestrian Center, South Hadley, MA 01075, USA
    USDF/USEF Recognized Open Dressage Show (all breeds) PRIZE LIST Judges: Lori Barnard "S" and Beth Beukema "L" Entries Open June 5th, Entries Close July 5th July 20th marks the beginning of a 4 day immersion into the world of the Iberian Horse!
  • Jul 20, 8:00 AM EDT – Jul 23, 6:00 PM EDT
    Mount Holyoke College Equestrian Center, South Hadley, MA 01075, USA
    A gathering of Iberian horse aficionados you won't want to miss! ERAHC returns to New England with a fabulous line up! A 4 day event for all disciplines, including classes for Andalusians, Lusitanos & Friesians, plus USDF Dressage sanctioned show, a Baroque Games show & Working Equitation Clinic!
  • Jul 21, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT
    Mount Holyoke College Equestrian Center, 50 College St, South Hadley, MA 01075, USA
    Friday, July 21, will be the Baroque Equestrian Games Show with judge Jos Sevriens and a lecture/demo by Bruno Gonzalez and Tina Veder. This competition is also open to all breeds, and rewards the artistry of riding in lightness.
  • Jul 22, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT
    Mount Holyoke College Equestrian Center, 50 College St, South Hadley, MA 01075, USA
    Also on Saturday July 22, join us in the outdoor ring, for a Working Equitation obstacle clinic (Ease of Handling) with Stephanie Hayes. All levels and breeds are welcome for this exciting event.
  • Jul 22, 8:00 AM EDT – Jul 23, 5:00 PM EDT
    Mount Holyoke College Equestrian Center, 50 College St, South Hadley, MA 01075, USA
    Saturday & Sunday, July 22-23, will be a Breed Show with classes for Andalusians, Lusitanos and their crosses, and ones for Friesians and their crosses. Classes are in-hand as well as under saddle and driven. Judge is Gareth Selwood.
  • Aug 23, 8:00 AM EDT – Aug 24, 6:00 PM EDT
    Lexington, Lexington, VA 24450, USA
    USDF/USEF sanctioned & licensed all breed Dressage Show. ERAHC will be hosting two Open Dressage shows back to back at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, VA on August 23rd and 24th. These shows are USEF/USDF recognized.
  • Aug 25, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT
    Lexington, Lexington, VA 24450, USA
    ERAHC will be hosting an Educational Symposium on Friday, August 25th at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, VA. Featured educators will be Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel, Tina Veder, Bruno Gonzalez, Wayne Hipsley, Erica and Howard Peet.
  • Aug 26, 8:00 AM EDT – Aug 27, 6:00 PM EDT
    Lexington, Lexington, VA 24450, USA
    ERAHC's Classic Champion Breed Show is back at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, VA on August 26th - 27th. This show is USEF/AL recognized with Judge Wayne Hipsley and is open to all pure and partbreds. In hand halter, driving and ridden classes in every discipline! PRIZE LIST link below
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Attention: Entry Deadlines

ERAHC  Show Entry Deadlines

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For the NE Classic Show, Entries open on June 5 and close July 5 for all events.

As of June 5th, you can enter online at this link:

http://www.horseshowoffice.com/#.

For the VA Classic Championship Show, Entries open on July 7, 2023

and close August 11, 2023

 

For more information about the shows, contact:

LINDA DENNISTON at crqhf2020@gmail.com for Dressage  & Breed Shows

PATRICIA NORCIA at pnorcia@mac.com for Baroque Equestrian Games

STEPHANIE HAYES at vtblackpony@aol.com for Working Equitation Clinic

OR  visit this page for updates as more info is added.

ERAHC  Virginia  Classic Champion Show
Prize List
 

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The ERAHC New England Classic   July 20-23, 2023

Mount Holyoke Equestrian Center, South Hadley, MA

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ERAHC  RETURNS  
to New England

ERAHC New England Classic Show

July 20-23, 2023

PRIZE LIST is now posted. Scroll for links.

Entries accepted online as of June 5th

at  http://www.horseshowoffice.com/#

Returning to the New England Area July 20-23, 2023

Thursday, July 20, will be a USEF/USDF rated dressage show open to all breeds and including all classes from Intro to Grand Prix, along  with Freestyle, Dressage Equitation, and Young Horse classes.  The judges are Lori Barnard (S) and Beth Beukema (R).
 

Friday, July 21, will be the Baroque Equestrian Games Show with judge Jos Sevriens and a lecture/demo by Bruno Gonzalez and Tina Veder.  This competition is also open to all breeds, and rewards the artistry of riding in lightness. See www.baroquegames.com for more information.
 

Saturday, July 22-23,  will be a Breed Show with classes for Andalusians, Lusitanos and their crosses, and ones for Friesians and their crosses. Classes are in hand as well as under saddle and driven. Judge is Gareth Selwood.
 

Also on Saturday July 22, join us in the outdoor ring, for a Working Equitation obstacle clinic (Ease of Handling) with Stephanie Hayes.  All levels and breeds are welcome for this exciting event.
 

Save the date and we will hope to see you all there!

 

Mt Holyoke Equestrian Center website:

https://athletics.mtholyoke.edu/facilities/equestrian_center/directory/index

The ERAHC New England Classic Show Flyers

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judges bios

ERAHC N.E. Dressage Show PRIZE LIST
ERAHC N.E. Classic
Baroque Breeds Show PRIZE LIST

The Baroque Equestrian Games PRIZE LIST 
ERAHC Working Equitation Clinic

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About the Judges & Clinicians

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Thursday, July 20th
USDF  Dressage Judge 

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Lori Barnard Bio

Lori Barnard calls the Northwest corner of Vermont home.  She has earned her USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold medals on horses she has trained.

For over 25 years, Lori has trained horses and riders from the early stages through the FEI levels, helping many earn their USDF medals and compete at Regional championships.

She is an active competitor herself and is currently enjoying developing her own young horse.

* USEF "S” Dressage judge 

*USDF Gold, Silver and bronze medalist

*Currently training and showing through Grand Prix

*Clients competing Intro through FEI levels

*British Horse Society Assistant Instructor

*Associates degree in Equine Science and Management

*Member of USEF, USDF, NEDA, CVDA

*Year End Award winner from USDF and NEDA

https://loribarnarddressage.com

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Thursday, July 20th
USDF  Dressage Judge 

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Beth Buekema Bio

Beth Beukema earned an M.S. in Equine Physiology and a B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst.

 

She is an associate professor of Equine Studies at Johnson & Wales University where she directs the Center for Equine Studies. She is a USEF “R” dressage judge and president of the Intercollegiate Dressage Association.

 

Over 30 years teaching experience in dressage and jumping. As a rider, she earned her USDF silver and bronze medals.

 

Specializing in developing the rider's feel and bio-mechanics for a harmonious connection with the horse. As a teacher, she is a trained Eckart Meyners’ BALIMO (Balance in Motion) instructor and enjoys teaching students at all levels.

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Friday, July 21st
Baroque Equestrian Games Show

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Jos Sevriens Bio

Jos Sevriens believes that the “all-in-all” of horsemanship is based on the Classical Principles in which each horse and each rider can find their expression and enjoyment.

Born in the Netherlands, Jos has enjoyed a tremendous breadth of equestrian experience in Europe as well as the US.

In the early 1970’s he completed the instructor’s course at the Ecole Nationale d’Equitation (National School of Horsemanship) in Saumur, France – home of the world renown Cadre Noir. He later studied for many years with Piet Oothout and Ernest van Loon and received additional instructor certifications with the National Dutch Riding School and the USDF.

Throughout his career Jos has successfully trained horses through Grand Prix dressage and upper level Eventing. He has held many prestigious positions and earned numerous awards. He was former Chef of the Dutch Olympic Eventing Team, trained the Belgium Three-Day Olympic Team, has coached numerous students to the National Young Riders Championship, serves as a USEF judge for sport Horses and other breeds, and was instrumental in bringing the “Young Horse” competition program to the US.

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Friday, July 21st
Baroque Equestrian Games Show

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Bruno Gonzales

Bruno is the head trainer and co-owner of New Dawn Equestrian, LLC.  From Madrid, Spain, Bruno Gonzalez is highly experienced in the techniques and theory of Classical Horsemanship, and its positive application to all breeds and disciplines. He has coached, developed, and trained horses and riders from novice through FEI levels, and is internationally recognized for his Classical training curriculum, especially for Iberian horses.

 

Becoming one of today’s most-in-demand clinicians, Bruno’s talent for teaching and his gentle approach are helping riders of all levels to achieve remarkable results.

 

Bruno is co-creator of The Baroque Equestrian Games & Institute.  He designed the competition Patterns of the Baroque Equestrian Games using the time-honored, classical exercises of the old masters. The Patterns he created are proving to be a benefit for all horses and riders regardless of their discipline or breed.  

http://baroquegames.com

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Friday, July 21st
Baroque Equestrian Games Show

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Tina Cristiani Veder

Tina Cristiani Veder is the co-creator of The Baroque Equestrian Games & Institute with Bruno Gonzalez. From 1986-2000, her farm Caballos de Cristiani was an acclaimed breeding and training facility, selling champion Iberian horses for competitive dressage to many top riders in North America, Europe, and Australia, including several US Dressage Team members and 3 Olympians for their clients. She retired her breeding operation in 2000 to form New Dawn Equestrian, LLC. and concentrate on training and teaching.


Tina studied under three generations of the famous Konyot family, as well as other noted European Classical trainers of the last century. Steeped in the principles of Classical riding and training, she shares her passion through articles and teaching, along with exhibitions showcasing the upper levels of balance and collection. Her special focus is in helping riders attain the elegance and effectiveness of the Classical seat.

http://baroquegames.com

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Sat & Sun, July 22-23
USEF Baroque Breed Shows 

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Gareth Selwood Bio

Born in Luton England in 1961, Gareth grew up in Brussels, Belgium attending the International School and the British School of Brussels. As a Junior rider he competed in Dressage, Eventing, and Junior Jumpers. Graduating High School in Redlands, California in 1978 Gareth started showing Arabians and eventually became a Trainer for the Royal Family of Morocco. In 1989 he moved to Wisconsin where he introduced the Andalusian to the Show Community and his Selwood Park Stable thrived for over twenty years. At the end of the 2009 show season Gareth moved his stable to a warmer climate and spent 2010 and most of the 2011 season in Florida at Canterbury Showplace.  


A USEF Carded Judge in Several Divisions.   Gareth is now a 3 time USEF Equestrian of Honor in the years 2004, 2014, and 2017.   Specializing in Arabian, Andalusian/Lusitano, Friesian Breeds. All Breed Training, All Discipline Instruction of All Seats. Judging, Appraisals, Consulting Public Relations and Clinics.
USEF Carded Judge, Certified Appraiser.

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Saturday, July 22nd
Working Equitation Clinic

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Stephanie Hays Bio

Stephanie Hayes has been working in the horse industry all of her adult life as a rider, trainer and competitor in multiple disciplines. For the last twenty years, she has been a natural horsemanship clinician blending in the fundamentals of dressage to riders of all disciplines and levels. In 2017 she attended her first WE clinic and was inspired to incorporate the training benefits into her programs. Since then she has become passionate about the sport, furthering her education  and commitment to the sport at every opportunity. 

Stephanie conducts clinics throughout the U.S., is President and co-founder of New England Working Equitation, Inc., a USAWE Affiliate Organization and non profit. She is a USAWE Recognized Coach and “L” judge, and serves as Director At Large on the USAWE Executive Committee. She is an active competitor with annual USAWE National standings in the top 5, and honored with Regional Championships on multiple horses at Level 1 through 4. She coached her junior rider to National and Regional Championship awards. Stephanie lives with her husband Tim Hayes at their farm, The Center for America’s First Horse in Johnson, Vermont where she trains and promotes rare Spanish Barbs.

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The ERAHC Virginia Classic Champion Horse Show
August 23-27, 2023

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4 Great Events
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The ERAHC Virginia Classic Champion Show  Aug 23-27, 2023

ERAHC will be hosting two separate Dressage Shows on August 23rd and 24th.  This is open to all breeds.  This is a sanctioned and licensed show and a great opportunity to gain qualifying scores.  This has become a popular show due to the relaxed atmosphere and how well it's run.  It's one not to be missed.
 
For the first time ERAHC will be hosting a one day Educational Symposium on August 25th.  We have lined up Felicitas von Neumann-Cosel, Tina Vedar and Bruno Gonzalez of Baroque Equestrian Games, and judge and educator Wayne Hipsley.  This is a unique opportunity to learn from leading experts in their field.

 

This event is not to be missed!

Take all the knowledge you gained from the Educational Symposium and show it off at the Breed Show!  The breed show is open to all pure bred Spanish horses, Lusitanos, and Part Breds.  Its a great event to connect with fellow Breed owners and fans of this beautiful breed. 
https://vahorsecenter.org/facility/

 

ERAHC  Virginia  Classic Champion Show
Prize List 

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