Lexington, KY (May 8, 2017) - The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) has selected the dates and locations for the 2018 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships, presented by SmartPak.

Dates and Locations*
Region 1 (October 11-14) at the Virginia Horse Center, Lexington, VA
Region 2 (October 11-14) at the Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY
Region 3 (October 12-14) at the Georgia International Horse Park, Conyers, GA
Region 4 (September 6-9) at the North Iowa Events Center, Mason City, IA
Region 5 (October 5-7) at the WestWorld Equestrian Center of Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
Region 6 (September 20-23) at the Donida Farms Equestrian Center, Auburn, WA
Region 7 (September 27-30) at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center, Burbank, CA
Region 8 (September 20-23) at HITS on the Hudson, Saugerties, NY
Region 9 (October 4-7) at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center, Katy, TX
*This information may be subject to change.

These championships recognize the outstanding efforts of riders in each USDF region and provide an excellent opportunity for spectators to view the top competitors in their respective regions. Additionally, the top amateur and open riders at each of the championships, who have submitted a declaration of intent, and completed all other requirements, will receive an invitation to compete at the US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan®.

Kathy Sedlak of Great American Insurance Group added, "Our role as title sponsor of the regional championships has afforded a great opportunity to acknowledge outstanding individuals and the sport of dressage."

Competitors qualify for Great American/USDF Regional Championships by competing in designated qualifying classes throughout the year at USDF-recognized dressage competitions. For more information on the regional championship program, or the US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan®, visit the USDF website at www.usdf.org or contact regchamps@usdf.org. 

Founded in 1973, the United States Dressage Federation is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more information about USDF membership or programs, visit www.usdf.org, email usdressage@usdf.org, or call (859) 971-2277.