About CSDEA - Central States Dressage & Eventing Association

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Find Your Community. Grow Your Confidence.

Stay Connected to the Sport You Love.

The disciplines of dressage and eventing are about more than just competition results or ribbons earned. They’re about partnership, growth, dedication, and the people and the horses who make the journey worthwhile. Whether you’re new to the sport or have been riding for years, you deserve a community that helps you feel supported, connected, and recognized.

That’s why CSDEA exists.

Supporting Riders Across the Upper Midwest Since 1971

For over 50 years, CSDEA has helped connect riders across Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and the Dakotas through education, events, scholarships, awards, and community. We understand how overwhelming it can feel trying to navigate the equestrian world on your own. Finding the right opportunities, improving your skills, caring for your horse, and staying motivated in a sport that can sometimes feel isolating.

Our goal has always been simple: create a place where riders feel like they belong.

When you join CSDEA, you’re not just joining another organization. You’re becoming part of a network of riders, trainers, professionals, volunteers, and horse enthusiasts who are passionate about helping both horses and riders thrive.

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Why Riders Join CSDEA

Our members come to us looking for connection, education, and opportunities to continue growing in the sport they love.

Through CSDEA, riders gain access to:

Educational clinics and learning opportunities
Competitions and local events
Scholarships and sponsorship opportunities
Year-end awards and recognition programs
Trusted resources for horse care and training
A supportive network of riders at every level

Whether your goal is to compete, improve your confidence, meet fellow riders, or simply stay connected to the dressage and eventing community, CSDEA exists to provide opportunity and support you as a rider.

More Than a Membership

We believe riders should have the support and opportunities they need.

Many equestrians struggle to find consistent and valuable opportunities to learn, meaningful connections within the sport, or a community that truly understands the level of commitment horses require. CSDEA was founded to create a space where riders can learn from one another, support one another, and continue growing together.

When riders feel supported, they stay engaged in the sport longer, gain confidence in their decisions, and create stronger partnerships with their horses. That’s the kind of community we’re proud to support every day.

Whether you’re exploring dressage or eventing for the first time or looking to deepen your involvement, we want to make it easier to take the next step in our discipline.

With a CSDEA membership you have resources like:

Guides for dressage and eventing
Educational content and horse care resources
Events and clinic opportunities
Scholarships, facility grants, and rider support programs

Growth in this sport starts with having the right support and community behind you.

A Trusted Resource for Dressage & Eventing

Founded in 1971, CSDEA has spent decades supporting the growth of dressage and eventing throughout the central states area of the upper midwest. As a Group Member Organization (GMO), we exist connect our members with both local opportunities and national-level resources.

Over the years, we’ve supported thousands of riders through:

Recognition and achievement programs
Community events and competitions
Volunteer and leadership opportunities
Educational programs and clinics
Rider support initiatives, facility grants, and scholarships

Our longevity and continued growth are rooted in one thing: a commitment to the equestrian community we serve. Looking to learn more about the disciplines of dressage or eventing? Be sure to check out the links below.

About Dressage

About Eventing

Join the Community

If you’re looking for a place to connect, receive recognition, learn, and grow alongside riders who share your passion, we’d love to welcome you!

Join the CSDEA community built on education, opportunity, and support to discover what’s possible when you don’t have to navigate the journey alone.

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