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Canada to host three FEI Para-Dressage courses in conjunction with the WindReach International Para-Dressage CPEDI3*

January 12, 2010

Ottawa, ON --- Para-Equestrian Canada is pleased to announce that three FEI Para-Dressage courses will be held in conjunction with the WindReach International Para-Dressage CPEDI3*, which is being held May 28–30, 2010 in Ashburn, ON.

An FEI para-dressage judge course, an FEI para-dressage steward course, and an FEI para-dressage classifier course will be offered onsite at the event. The courses promise to provide a wealth of information for current and aspiring officials who are interested in augmenting their skills and knowledge of officiating within the para-dressage sport. Each course will combine classroom and practical learning to enhance the experience of the attendees.

FEI Para-Dressage Judge Course

Course Conductor: Hanneke Gerritsen (NED)

Course Dates: May 28–30, 2010

Registration fee: $200 CDN

FEI Para-Dressage Steward Course

Course Conductor: Nick Rodgers (HKG)

Course Dates: May 28-30, 2010

Registration fee: $200 CDN

FEI Para-Dressage Classifier Course

Course Conductors: Dr. Christine Meaden (GBR)

Marion Slatter-Blitstein (CAN)

Course Dates: May 26–29, 2010

Registration fee: $150 CDN

The WindReach International Para-Dressage CPEDI3* event will act as an official qualifier for the 2010 World Equestrian Games, and will draw athletes from all over the world.

The event takes its name from WindReach Farm, the 109-acre property that will host the three-day event, located northeast of downtown Toronto in Ashburn, ON. The farm was the life-long dream of founder Sandy Mitchell, an equestrian enthusiast born with cerebral palsy, and is designed to cater specifically to individuals with disabilities.

As course sizes are limited, interested individuals are encouraged to register at their earliest convenience through Irena Seifert, Para-Equestrian program coordinator by e-mail at: iseifert@equinecanada.ca or telephone at: 1-866-282-8395 ext. 143.

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About Para-Equestrian Canada

Para-Equestrian Canada is the Equine Canada committee responsible for developing programs for athletes with a physical disability, and implementing the Para-Dressage high performance program. Para-Equestrian is one of Canada’s most successful international disciplines, achieving an individual gold medal and an individual silver medal at the 2008 Paralympic Games, as well as two individual bronze medals at the 2004 Paralympic Games.

About Para-Equestrian Sport

Para-Equestrian sport provides riders with a physical disability the opportunity to compete against other riders with similar abilities. Riders are given a “Grade” based on their functional ability, and are judged on their riding skill against other athletes of the same Grade. There are five grades of competitions in dressage, with Grade IA representing the more severely impaired riders, and Grade IV representing the least severely impaired riders. Many Para-Equestrian athletes also compete alongside able-bodied competitors in Equine Canada competitions. At the grass roots level, Para-Equestrian encompasses a number of different disciplines, while the international stream focuses only on Para-Dressage. For more information, please visit www.equinecanada.ca/para-equestrian.

About Equine Canada

Equine Canada is Canada’s national governing body for equestrianism. A member-driven, charitable institution, it is the executive branch of the Canadian Equestrian Team, and the national authority for equestrian competition; the national voice for recreational riders; and the national association for equine welfare, breeding, and industry. Equine Canada is recognised by the Government of Canada, the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), and the Canadian Olympic Committee as the national organisation representing equestrian sport and equine interests. For more information about Equine Canada, please visit www.equinecanada.ca.

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