Ready to enter an ADS schooling show?
Here’s what You need to know:
Before the Show
- Have a current ADS Membership.
- Make sure that your horse has a current (12 month) Coggins.
- Register using our online system.
- Make plans to volunteer.
- Check back on the calendar page for the show about a week prior to view the show schedule.
On Show Day
- Bring proof of current Coggins for each horse in your trailer.
- Check in with the show secretary for your entry packets and bridle numbers.
- Be on time for any volunteer times. Your help makes the show day great!
- Scores will be available at the show secretary table after tallying at the end of each class.
After the Show
- Check the calendar of events page for overall show results.
- Share out about your show experience on ADS Facebook and Instagram pages! Let’s keep building this community!
- Get out there and start preparing for the next ADS event!
Helpful Show Related Documents
Ready to Register?
show fees:
$25.00 per test
$25.00 per stall (optional)
$35.00 Office Fee per rider entry
$20.00 Ground Fee
$40.00 Leadline Class
$25 Late Fee for registrations after the closing date
$35 Day Membership (if not a current ADS member)
What equestrian doesn’t love a pretty ribbon?!
Our annual awards banquet is always a great experience. Earning an award can make the night even more fun! Checkout all the ADS official information about awards criteria using the link above, but here are the must haves for end of season awards:
- Be a current member in good standing with ADS.
- Participate in a minimum of 3 shows during the given season.
- Acquire a minimum of 4 documented volunteer hours.
Frequently asked questions
Q: I am entering more than 1 horse into the show. Do I need to pay the Grounds Fee and Office Fee for each horse?
A: Yes. Registration is completed based on the horse, not the rider. Participants who wish to enter multiple horses will complete a registration for each horse which will include a grounds fee and office fee for each horse entered.
Q: I am signing up as a day member for the show. Do I qualify for year end awards?
A: No – day members do not qualify for any year end awards. Please join ADS with a yearly membership prior to scores being earned to qualify for year end awards. Please refer to our Awards Criteria for more info.
Q: Can I bring my dog to the horse show?
A: No – due to details in our insurance policy, dogs are not allowed on show grounds.
Q: Can I volunteer at a show or ADS event?
A: YES! Our shows could not happen with volunteers who help before, during, and after each event. Visit our volunteer opportunities page for more details.
Q: Does ADS offer Para-Dressage tests at their schooling shows?
A: We are currently exploring adding this option into our shows. Please contact us and let us know you are interested in participating in these tests. Also include the following info: What grade or level is the rider? (We will need to see a copy of the rider’s USEF or FEI card showing their grade). Does the rider require any special accommodations? What show date are you interested in? Feel free to contact at arkansasdressage@gmail.com
Q: I am interested in joining the ADS Board of Directors. What should I do next?
A: We welcome anyone who has interest in these volunteer positions! We have a list of board positions and job duties here. ADS board positions are 2 year terms and positions are elected at the Year End Awards Banquet. If you are interested in joining the board, please contact a current board member for more info and what position you are interested in. Board meetings are on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30pm. Location can vary on availability.
Q: Does ADS sell my information to a third party?
A: No – ADS does not sell or share our members’ information to a third party. It is shared with USDF in correlation to your GMO membership.
Q: Does ADS offer any USEF/USDF recognized dressage shows within the state of Arkansas?
A: Not at this time. ADS has sponsored USEF/USDF Recognized shows in the past; however, we have not sponsored one in about 8 years. Recognized shows require a location that can accommodate a show without potential for cancellation due to weather. The location would need to have a covered arena for the competition and warm-up, with adequate parking and stall facilities. In addition, the show location must be near hotels and restaurants to accommodate competitors from outside our area. Currently, there is not a location available to ADS to sponsor a recognized show that meets all of these criteria. Also, sponsoring a USEF/USDF recognized show is very costly for the organization and would only benefit a portion of our members. There are neighboring groups and states that do offer recognized shows and would not require a lot of travel time to attend. Please check our Events page for a dates for these shows.