Q: What is LYDF Midwest?[nbsp]
A: The Lendon Youth Dressage Festival Midwest is a one-day version of the LYDF held every summer in New York--a three-phase competition encompassing a Written Test, a group Equitation class and an individual Dressage test--for youth riders 21 years old and younger.
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Q: Who Can Participate in LYDF Midwest?
A: Riders 21 and younger from all equestrian disciplines who are interested in furthering their knowledge and riding skills through the exercises of dressage.
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Q: When and Where is LYDF Midwest?[nbsp]
A: July 12, 2012 at Hampton Green Farm, 5440 E. Farr Road, Fruitport, Michigan.
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Q: Who is Coming to LYDF Midwest?
A: US Olympians Lendon Gray and Robert Dover. USEF International Dressage Judge Natalie Lamping. Canadian Dressage Trainer Jacklyn Brooks. 2012 EDAP Riders and riding clubs from around the Midwest and more.
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Q: How Do I Register?
A: Entry Form is available at the link on this page. Send in your Entry Forms early as space is limited.
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Q: What Happens at the Dinner on Wednesday?
A: EDAP Riders and families join with LYDF Midwest Riders for a festive dinner with special speaker Robert Dover. Tickets are available to the public for $20.00, checks made out to Dressage4Kids.
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Q: Where Can I Get More Information?
A: First, see the Prizelist at the link on this page. For additional information, contact Joan Mack at , or Lendon Gray at .[nbsp]
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Q: How Much Does It Cost?
A: See Entry Form for fees.[nbsp]
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Q: What is EDAP?
A: The Emerging Dressage Athlete Program was founded in 2011 to find, to help to educate and develop talented youth under 21 to become the international riders and trainers of the future. The program organizes clinics in various parts of the US and from these clinics participants will be selected for national clinics. Top international coaches have also been asked to nominate riders they feel have special talent. It is meant as a stepping-stone from participating at the grassroots level to climbing the long ladder on the way to representing the US in international competitions and/or becoming a successful professional. Through this program, dedicated, talented Dressage youth will be sought out in all parts of the US. The teacher(s) in the clinics will ensure that the basics of their education as riders and horsemen are properly established and will give them a road map for their Dressage journey.
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Q: When and Where is the Michigan EDAP Clinic?
A: July 10-11 (Tuesday and Wednesday) at Hampton Green Farm, 5440 E Farr Road, Fruitport, Michigan
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Q: How Do I Register?
A: You must apply to be an EDAP rider. Go to for the Application Form and instructions. You will be asked to submit two letters of recommendation, a print-out of your scores, a 4 minute uninterrupted video of you performing particular tasks on your horse, and the completed application. APPLY EARLY!
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Q: How Much Does It Cost?
A: There is a $20.00 Application Fee, and a $150.00 Program Fee if you are selected.[nbsp]
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Q: How Do I Get More Information About EDAP
A: First, see . Then see our Media Partner 's coverage of the 2011-2012 EDAP news at . For more information, contact Joan Mack at , or Lendon Gray at .
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