California Western Dressage Association

California Western Dressage Association The official State affiliate of the Western Dressage Association of America. Western horse and rider they will be shown in Western tack and clothing.

Western Dressage is defined as training and developing the Western rider and horse to improve themselves as individuals and as partners through the use and discipline of Dressage. A Western Dressage horse is encouraged to work and school on lighter contact than the typical dressage horses. While both want to see balance, cadence and carriage, the Western Dressage horse will be evaluated with the c

onformation and movement of today’s western horses in mind. A Western Dressage horse will have a shorter stride than a Dressage horse and the Western Dressage horse will be asked to walk, jog and lope as opposed to walk, trot and canter. The description of the gaits is virtually identical but the Western Dressage horse must maintain “ridability” for the rider in a Western saddle. The rider’s position will also be somewhat different from that of a regular Dressage rider because of the Western saddle. The use of hands will appear somewhat different because of the Western bit; the Western Dressage horse should be “working on and accepting the bit”.

09/15/2026

The WDAA World Show Silent Auction is live, and this year's lineup is stacked. Highlights include:

- A solid wood rocking horse, hand carved by North Carolina artist Tom Lovell, donated by the DiBella Family in honor of WDAA Founder Ellen DiBella (proceeds go toward WDAA Member Education). Stands 4 1/2 feet tall, sturdy enough to sit on, and would look right at home under a Christmas tree (hint, hint, Grandparents and Parents). Freight shipping to the lower 48 is covered by the DiBellas.
- A Two Night Stay at Circa Las Vegas
- California Western Dressage Association Gift Basket, donated by CAWDA
- Sterling Silver Horsehead Pin and Gold Plated Solid Sterling Foal Earrings, both donated by Dini Swanson
- Best Supporting Actors package, donated by WDAFL
- Kentucky Basket, donated by Becci Loomer

This auction is hosted on PAWDA's platform, but proceeds directly benefit WDAA Affiliates or WDAA, not PAWDA. High bid goes to the Affiliate listed, or to WDAA.

Bidding opened Thursday the 10th. Visit the link below through the 17th, when the auction closes during the Freestyle Fiesta Exhibitors party.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wdaa-world-show-silent-auction?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF6eThvTVplVUttaEFmdUFzc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHg_uVjBGashdxy_X1QIskbtRtioOk_3GP3NABw2YQZ0Q1KRj3pncvP2G7oZq_aem__bP-RLmqyYI7qM_iFgX6Zw

Spread the word and let's make this a great one!

09/13/2026
09/12/2026

Entries for October 4 WDAAZ Championship are due September 26
*Not eligible for CAWDA High Point, Rider Medal or Breed Awards*

🌟2026 Rider Scholarship Recipient🌟Hi, my name is Jocelyn Brattain and winning the Western Dressage scholarship means so ...
09/12/2026

🌟2026 Rider Scholarship Recipient🌟
Hi, my name is Jocelyn Brattain and winning the Western Dressage scholarship means so much to me. Horses and riding have been a huge part of my life, and being able to continue learning and growing in this sport is something I am very grateful for. This scholarship not only helps me financially, but it also makes me feel supported and encouraged to keep working toward my goals with my horse. I utilized this scholarship with my Western dressage clinic with Cliff Swanson. Every little bit helps, and I am incredibly thankful for this opportunity. I am excited to keep learning, improving, and making memories with my horse while representing the sport that I love. Thank you so much for believing in me and supporting young riders like me!

I have also attached a picture of Nacho(Bay), Reykur (buckskin)and myself.

09/11/2026

CAWDA Members it's time to send your picture for the 2026 Year End High Point magazine 🤠🎉 please send your favorite photo of you and your horse(s) competing WITH you & horses FULL NAME to [email protected]

🎉Woohoo CAWDA now has TWO Silent Auction Items available for bids at Worlds & Online!🎉✨A 2 night voucher for Circa Resor...
09/09/2026

🎉Woohoo CAWDA now has TWO Silent Auction Items available for bids at Worlds & Online!🎉

✨A 2 night voucher for Circa Resort & Casino donated by Sharon Fiato & Circa Las Vegas' Corporate

This will be a separate online only auction item, winner at Worlds will contact our CAWDA Representative Lisa Gabaldon to pay. Winner not at Worlds will be sent instructions to pay.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wdaa-world-show-silent-auction?fbclid=IwZnRzaAUOxDZwZG9mBWZkaWQWUOHsal7qno1XUneotwe3ip9paSd2kWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR4DwBp4jQHkmrLKtUdTM9QKFKa7-OXQvPZYoml9ZyjiYWKPen0mpzAassQzQw_aem_i3KFT7hQiB1CS8YoEaRW4g

Good luck to everyone 🤠💙

🎉CAWDA SILENT AUCTION BASKET ALERT🎉

Headed to the 2026 WDAA World Championship Show? Be sure to check out the CAWDA Silent Auction Basket — this one is PACKED with goodies for both horse AND rider! 🤩🍷

✨Stall Front Storage Bag — donated by Lisa Gabaldon
✨4 Bottles of Wine — donated by Principe di Tricase Winery
✨Saddle Blanket & Headstall — donated by Elston’s Hay and Grain
✨Fleece Cinch — donated by Val Porter
✨Cinch — donated by Val Porter
✨Horse Boots — donated by Val Porter

A HUGE thank you to our generous donors for helping CAWDA put together this incredible basket! 🤠🐴💙

Good luck to everyone competing at Worlds — and happy bidding!
Information on bidding coming soon.

09/09/2026

⚠️Attention
October 4 Pacific Dressage Schooling Show Series (Thousand Oaks) is changing to October 11

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Tehachapi, CA

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