We strive to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their horses, by providing year-round recreational and enrichment opportunities to all.
About MODA
In April of 1976 the first organization meeting was held.
On June 8, 1976, MODA was incorporated.
That first year, MODA offered three educational programs with films and discussion, a one day clinic with Hans von Bredow, a two day clinic with Debbie Johnson of Potomac Maryland, and a dressage forum on test riding, judging, and scoring with Peter Nelson. In September, dressage classes were held at Stillwater Farm during Stillwater’s Fall Show. This gave MODA the opportunity to “learn the ropes” of presenting a show, and helped spread the word for dressage to a great number of Ohio riders. The next year, a Recognized Show was held. At that time, there were no “dressage” instructors but there was a great need for regular instruction, and during the clinics there would be 30 to 35 interested observers.
About DRESSAGE
What is Dressage? Is it difficult or scary?
Dressage is a French word that means training. It is a system of skilled horsemanship that draws its foundations from the earliest link between rider and animal. Nurtured and honed in the fine riding academies of Europe, dressage today has captured the attention of horsemen around the world and is increasing in popularity in the U.S.
Benefits of MEMBERSHIP
Members of MODA (Individual, Family, Youth, and Business) receive:
- Published MODA Newsletter "On The Bit" (back issues online)
- Access to MODA website www.midohiodressage.org
- Eligibility for MODA Awards
- Eligibility for MODA Scholarships
- Reduced fees to MODA sponsored clinics, programs and events
- Group Membership to USDF
- Subscription to the "USDF Connection"
- Eligibility for UDSF Rider Awards
- Eligibility to USDF University Credits
- Eligibility to USDF Grants
- Member discount rates for USDF events, the Annual Convention, and National Symosium
- Representation through a GMO delegate at the National Convention