Our mission:  

The Western Dressage Association of North Carolina’s mission is to promote dressage principles while preserving western traditions, to develop a sound horse that has a harmonious partnership with its rider, through educational events and competition. 

Our commitment to equine equality:

The WDANC is dedicated to the principle of inclusion. All horse breeds and riding disciplines, without exception or limitation, are respected and invited to participate in the WDAA vision and all of its forums, venues, events, and resources. The WDAA and the Affiliate shall comply and respect this principle of inclusion and shall not, in any manner, exclude any breed or discipline.

Our commitment to quality content, presentation, and service:

The WDANC will develop a wide range of education and shall use these materials to provide organized professional presentations and service for the education and benefit of its members.

Our commitment to collaboration and open relationships:

The WDANC seeks open relationships with all equine organizations and believes that through sharing educational resources, techniques, and attitudes, all horses and riders will benefit. The WDANC shall support this principle of collaboration in all its relationships, events, venues and forums.

OFFICERS:

Linda Hoover  - President      lindahoover@usrha.com 

Kriestin Kleinschmidt - Vice President     kkriestin@hotmail.com

Nichole Oster -  Secretary     nichole@twincreekstablesllc.com   

Shannon Hoffman - Treasurer        quota2high@aol.com 

BOARD MEMBERS:

Kathy Hall

Valerie Eakley

Jennifer Wallace

Dr. Elizabeth Joyce

Lisa Gerdon-Dilworth