Throughout the year the Area 1 Young Rider Program hosts a series of both mounted and un-mounted educational opportunities that are available to all Young Rider Members. These include symposiums, clinics, an annual camp held at GMHA in South Woodstock, Vermont, along with a series of mentorships with USEA Event officials including but not limited to: technical delegates, course designers, and secretaries at different sanctioned events across Area 1.
Additional Educational Opportunities
Training Level & Above – USEA Emerging Athlete U21 Program
CCI3* & Above – USEF Eventing Development 25 Program
2026 Calendar
March 29, 2026 – Spring Symposium | Durham, NH
This is a 1-day, 4-session symposium that focuses on riding after high school and career opportunities in the morning with panels of Special Guests. In the afternoon there are two rotating workshop sessions on different topics each year. More information can be found here.
May 15-17, 2026 – USEA Mentorship Program at Intercollegiate Eventing Championships | Aiken, SC
Interested in becoming an equine professional? The USEA Youth Mentorship Program gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run and officiate International and National events. More information can be found here.
June 17, 2026 – Summer Clinic | Amenia, NY
This is a 1-day, 2-ride clinic with Booli Selmayr and Emma Lomangino. The morning will consist of private dressage lessons in the morning and small group jump lessons in the afternoon. Stay tuned for more details and sign-ups. More information can be found here.
June TBD 2026 – USEA EA21 East I Clinic | Leesburg, VA
The East I Clinic will be held at Morven Park International Equestrian Center in Leesburg, VA, and coached by Bec Braitling. The USEA will cover the regional clinic cost and stabling fees. Applicants will be responsible for travel and lodging costs. More information can be found here.
June 26-29, 2026 – USEA Mentorship Program at USEF Young Rider Eventing Championships | Adamstown, MD
Interested in becoming an equine professional? The USEA Youth Mentorship Program gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run and officiate International and National events. More information can be found here.
July 13-16, 2026 – Area 1 YR Camp | South Woodstock, VT
This is a 3-day, overnight camp designed exclusively for members of the Area 1 Young Rider program who are between the ages of 12 and 25 years old and have completed at least 1 Beginner Novice event or have a written recommendation from their current riding instructor. More information can be found here.
July TBD 2026 – USEA EA21 East II Clinic | Aiken, SC
The East II Clinic will be held at Stable View Farm in Aiken, SC, and coached by Rebecca Brown. The USEA will cover the regional clinic cost and stabling fees. Applicants will be responsible for travel and lodging costs. More information can be found here.
August 12-13, 2026 – Area 1 EA21 Prep Camp | Norwich, VT
This is a 2-day, overnight camp designed for members of the Area 1 Young Rider program to provide a pathway to the USEA EA21 Program. To be eligible, riders must have completed 4 MERs at the Novice level or above. More information and applications can be found here.
August 25-30, 2026 – USEA Mentorship Program at American Eventing Championships | Lexington, KY
Interested in becoming an equine professional? The USEA Youth Mentorship Program gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run and officiate International and National events. More information can be found here.
TBD – Fall Clinic | TBD
More information can be found here.
