First Level
“What if you could go to a horse show with unwavering confidence in yourself and your horse? You would no longer hesitate to get into the show ring.”
My Blue Ribbon Course: First Level, is a proven competition preparation system for mastering USDF First Level. You’ll learn what the judge is looking for, how to present your strengths, and how to handle hiccups. Your confidence will increase and your dreams will come true in the show ring.
Could this be you? Absolutely!
"Simply amazing! I've followed a lot of trainers online and Amelia Newcomb is in a class by herself.
Not only does she create exceptional content that is easy to follow, but she is genuinely interested in each person’s journey and progress. She is very hands-on and involved with her groups. If you chose to invest in any one trainer, invest in Amelia Newcomb Dressage!”
Dressage Rider and Online Student
Psst- your Championships are Waiting...
Enroll now, before another show season slips by!
Whether you're stepping into the dressage arena for the first time or you're a seasoned competitor, here’s the undeniable truth:
Dressage is hard, and test riding is even harder!
Creating a successful show experience for both you and your horse, cultivates confidence in your riding like nothing else.
The struggle is real!
Like many riders before discovering the secrets of Blue Ribbon Courses, you may struggle with consistency or feel overwhelmed in the beginning.
You'll feel lost, but we provide direction!
If that resonates with you — Blue Ribbon Courses are the precise roadmap designed to improve your test riding and increase scores.
Are you prepared to enhance your competition experience?
"The knowledge I have gained from Amelia Newcomb Dressage is absolutely remarkable.
I love Amelia’s positive and uplifting mantra, ‘Dressage for All’. She really is extraordinary in breaking down the most difficult concepts into simple steps… The money I invest in Amelia’s monthly academy and her master classes is money extremely well spent!”
Dressage Rider and Online Student
By the End of this Course, you will have mastered:
Each First level movement
with precision and finesse.
Comprehensive understanding of topics
such as scoring, judging criteria, training techniques, and test execution.
Each of the three First Level tests
with guided walkthroughs featuring demonstrations by Grand Prix rider & Trainer Amelia Newcomb (me!).
Developing the right mindset and physical conditioning
for optimal riding performance, along with thorough competition preparation including warm-up routines and grooming techniques.
Additionally, Students gain access to USDF University credits, lifetime access to resources, the ability to ask questions at any time, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee with a 30-day money back policy.
The Blue Ribbon Courses will
transform your show experience
Above all else, Blue Ribbon Courses equip you with the techniques and training to advance your dressage journey, providing the firm foundation that empowers your riding and passion for dressage.
"Amelia is a profound instructor and dressage rider.
She gives endlessly of her knowledge and time and is humble and grateful. We have learned so much from her workshops, videos and tips. I wish she’d come to Italy and be our trainer!”
Dressage Rider and Online Student
"I do not have the right words to say how grateful I am to Amelia...
I only hope the day comes I can thank her in person!”
Dressage Rider and Online Student
"All her videos and programs are wonderful and I highly recommend them to any rider
wanting to truly master the fantastic sport of Dressage but also to whoever wants to learn how to understand their horse/horses to a deeper level and want to get a better partnership with these magnificent Creatures! 🥰❤️😍”
Dressage Rider and Online Student
What’s inside the
Blue Ribbon: First Level Course?
Part 1: The Purpose of First Level & Dressage
Struggling to know where to start? Know exactly what is expected of you and where to begin before you even get to the show when you join this (course cheat sheet)
Go from stuck to a showing success! Competitions will become easy.
Part 2: Movements in First Level
Say “goodbye” to being overwhelmed and “hello” to step-by-step instructions on how to ride the first level movements.
Move past the frustration of “I don’t know why the judge gave me that score!”
Get started training (or re-training!) the 15m circle, 10m circle to reverse, canter loops, lengthens in both trot and canter, centerlines, halts, stretch circle, leg-yields, free walk, and more in as little as 20 minutes!
Part 3: Collective Marks, Scoring, And Judging
Grow your understanding of the technical aspects of judging dressage
Learn simple, effective actions that you can put into effect right away to directly influence your scores.
Learn the way to maximize your test riding to highlight what you do well, and minimize your weaknesses.
Part 4: Walkthrough of USDF 2023 First Level Tests
Reference guide for each of the three USDF First Level Tests
Watch in real time, and learn the specific nuances of each test.
Bonus! Additional Resources
These additional resources help you bring your big goals to life by addressing everything that happens out of the saddle!
- Mastering braiding, show grooming, hand walking, and more
- Memorizing your test Executing your best warm-up
- Overcoming the ribbon focus mindset
30 Day Money Back Guarantee
Join today with ZERO risk. Give this course a try. If it’s not for you, you get your money back no questions asked.
If you’re on the fence, or had other online training experiences that left you feeling skeptical, don’t worry, you will be refunded if you’re not satisfied.
Thousands of students use these techniques to help their horses, and this program will work for you.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You will get LIFETIME access to this course. You can take as long as you need to make your way through the content and can come back at any time to review and ask questions.
You can submit written questions at any time through my teaching platform, ameliasdressageacademy.com. A typical response time from me is within 24 hours.
YES! Learning dressage online is not only possible – but often more effective than week after week riding lessons. I have taught thousands of students online, just click here to check out some of my success stories. How is learning dressage online even possible? When you take the time to learn the theory behind WHY you’re doing something, and the HOW to achieve it, you become a more thoughtful, and effective rider. In traditional 45 min riding lessons, there often isn’t time to go through the theory fully and put it into practical application.
Yes, of course! I never want you to be unhappy! If you get into the course and realize it’s not for you, let me know within 30 days and I will give you a full refund – no questions asked.
That’s ok! I have a lot of online students that weren’t comfortable with technology or who had never uploaded a video before starting my program who are now participating fully. I’ve got a great support team and lot’s of ‘how to’ processes to help you make the most out of the course. I won’t let technology hold you back from making progress in your riding!
