Dressage
Dressage competition at World Equestrian Center – Ocala will take a step up in 2024 with an expanded schedule and new, dedicated facilities on the nearly 400-acre venue. With five-star accommodations, on-site dining options and unparalleled shopping choices alongside the finest arenas and most comfortable stabling available for horses, both dressage competitors and fans will find the best setting for dressage in North America.
WEC – Ocala’s 2024 dressage schedule, sponsored by Hampton Green Farm and Discover Dressage is bigger and better in 2024 featuring 15 qualifying opportunities throughout the year. The 2024 calendar includes eight national USEF/USDF-rated events, while those competing at the Fédération Equestre International (FEI) level will have six internationally rated competitions.
The WEC – Ocala 2024 dressage schedule:
January 18-21: Two USEF/USDF competitions | Prize List | Results
February 15-18: CDI3*/USEF/USDF competition | Prize List | National Ride Times | National Results
March 14-17: Two USEF/USDF competitions | Prize List | Thursday/Friday National Results | Saturday/Sunday National Results
March 28-31: CPEDI/USEF/USDF competition | Prize List | CPEDI Results | National Result
April 10-14: CDI3*/USEF/USDF competition | Prize List | CDI Results | National Results
May 22-26: CDI3*/USEF/USDF competition| Prize List | CDI Results | National Results
July 13-14: USEF/USDF competition | Prize List | Results
August 23-25: Two USEF/USDF competitions
September 19-22: Great American Insurance Group/USDF Region 3 Dressage Championships | Prize List
October 19-20: USEF/USDF competition
November 14-17: CDI3*/USEF/USDF competition
December 11-15: CDI-W/USEF/USDF competition
For all questions regarding upcoming dressage competition, contact Noreen.Osullivan@wec.net.
Health Papers
Please bring the following health documents to the show office (located in Indoor Arena 1) or email ocalahealth@wec.net the following health papers, upon arrival. In the email, please state the horse’s show name and add the trainer’s name. Please, do not put photos in the body of the email, add the documents as attachments.
- A 14-day statement of health, certificate of veterinary inspection or a health certificate, is required for all horses arriving from instate or outside the state of Florida
- Coggins within 1 year
- Trainer/Owner Health Declaration (New for 2024) – Signed by an owner/trainer confirming that the horse has not experienced a fever exceeding 101.5 degrees or any disease in the 72 hours leading up to its arrival. Additionally, the horse must not have been exposed to or treated for an unexplained fever in the past 28 days and should have tested negative for any disease at least 30 days prior to arrival. If the horse has tested positive within the last six months for any infectious diseases, this information should also be disclosed. See form.
- Vaccine records of Flu/Rhino within the span of 6 months.
Click here for equine health and safety protocol details.
Lodging
Choose from our on-site options at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Book a room or suite at The Equestrian Hotel, which offers 248 luxurious rooms, fine dining, upscale shopping, and a resort spa. Or consider The Riding Academy Hotel, newly constructed, and offering 390 pet-friendly studios and suites.
Take advantage of special rates for RV spaces, providing nearly 300 slips and amenities such as General Store, laundry facilities, a gas station, and various dining options. Special rates are also available for Home Away from Home rental units. Reserve your RV or Home Away from Home online today.
Vendors
For vendor opportunities please fill out the vendor application. For additional questions, contact flvendors@wec.net.
Advertising and Sponsorship
For corporate advertising and sponsorship opportunities, please contact flsponsors@wec.net.
Photography/ Media Accreditation
World Equestrian Center welcomes journalists and members of the media to visit our facility. To apply for Media accreditation please fill out the Media Accreditation Form.
Andrew Ryback Photography is the official photographer of the 2024 Dressage shows. Please view the Photography Policy for private photographer information.