Western Dressage Association of Florida

06/09/2026

✨🐴 Good luck to everyone competing in the WDAA International Challenge this year! 🐴✨

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, surviving the video recording struggle, convincing your horse that the letters are not portals to another dimension, or just hoping the camera stays on the right end of the arena — we are cheering you on! 🤠🎥

Now we want to hear from YOU!

🌟 Who is participating this year?
😂 Got any bloopers?
🤦‍♀️ What has been your biggest challenge so far?
🎶 Freestyle riders… how many times have you restarted the music?
🐴 Horses… how many opinions have they added to the test?

Drop your photos, bloopers, behind-the-scenes moments, and International Challenge updates in the comments! Let’s celebrate the hard work, laughs, learning moments, and all the Western Dressage magic happening this year.

Good luck, riders — go have fun, ride proud, and remember… sometimes the bloopers make the best memories! 💙🤠

06/08/2026

✨🔮 A Spellbinding Weekend of Western Dressage is coming… 🔮✨

The theme has officially been chosen for the WDAFL Annual Show in January, and we are bringing all the mystical, magical, enchanted vibes to the arena!

Get ready for a weekend filled with Western Dressage, friendship, fun, and a little extra sparkle. Think moonlight, magic, stardust, enchanted forests, crystal balls, dragons, wizards, fairies, and plenty of imagination.

This theme is going to make the stall decorating contest extra fun, and we can’t wait to see everyone bring the magic to life throughout the weekend. From barn aisles to banquet festivities, we are ready for a show that feels just a little bit enchanted.

So start dreaming up your decorations, gathering your sparkle, and preparing.....

January will be here before we know it, and we can’t wait to share the magic with all of you! 🐴🌙🔮

06/01/2026

05/16/2026

Congratulations to all of our current and future WDAFL friends — members and non-members alike — who have earned their Bronze, Silver, and Gold Medals and Supreme Champion honors through the WDAA WHLPAP program! 🎉

These accomplishments represent dedication, consistency, teamwork, and a whole lot of hours in the saddle. We love celebrating the hard work of every horse and rider combination working toward these milestones in Western Dressage.

Don’t forget: you have until July 31st to submit your scores for this year’s awards!

Whether you have already earned your medal, are chasing your next one, or have your sights set on Supreme Champion — congratulations and keep going. We can’t wait to celebrate even more achievements this year! 🏅🐴

04/25/2026

WDAFL Ready Set Bloom - Entries Due! -

Time is running out! The WDAFL Ready Set Bloom Online Western Dressage Show is your chance to showcase your hard work and skills right from the comfort of your own arena.

04/03/2026

✨ **WDAFL Member Spotlight** ✨

This month, we’re excited to spotlight **April Hardeman** from Williston!

April has been involved in western dressage for several years, getting her start alongside her mom, Suzanne Ashley, when they helped launch Western Dressage of Georgia. She served as treasurer and even built the organization’s website—helping grow the sport and support riders in their region.

What April loves most about western dressage is its emphasis on correct fundamentals, relaxation, and developing a true partnership with the horse. It’s a discipline that perfectly aligns with her goals, allowing her to focus on quality horsemanship while building skills that carry over into all areas of riding.

When she’s not in the saddle, April works in the equine industry, helping horse owners, trainers, and farms with equine insurance. She especially enjoys giving back to the horse community through her work, including supporting and sponsoring equestrian events she’s passionate about.

At home, she continues to ride, learn, and grow with her horse, always working toward her long-term goals. She’s grateful for the supportive environment the western dressage community provides and loves being part of a group that shares her passion for developing horses the right way.

💬 **Help us celebrate April!** Drop a comment below to say hi or share what you love most about western dressage!