Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the continuation of our partnership with Zen Elite Equestrian Center as the Official Sponsor of the U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions and the 2026 USEF Annual Meeting. Zen Elite Equestrian Center also renewed their commitment as the presenting partner of the USEF Dressage Training Series – East Coast.
The 2026 USEF Dressage Training Series East Coast presented by Zen Elite Equestrian Center provided a hands-on educational experience for youth dressage athletes, receiving both mounted and unmounted instruction from the sport’s top professionals. The clinic was held from Jan. 2-4, 2026, in Wellington, Fla. Athletes attending the East Coast training sessions received instruction from Olivia LaGoy Weltz and George Williams and partook in educational seminars ranging from horse care and management to sports psychology and nutrition. Watch the 2026 USEF Dressage Training Series East Coast presented by Zen Elite Equestrian Center on the USEF Network here.
Zen Elite Equestrian Center will continue to support the U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions, an annual national championship showcasing the top dressage athlete and horse combinations vying for nearly 20 different national championship titles. This year’s U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions will be held Aug. 24-30 at the HITS Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, Ill.
In another commitment of their partnership, Zen Elite Equestrian Center will also sponsor the 2026 USEF Annual Meeting, hosting equine professionals, USEF members, and industry leaders from across the county who will discuss and shape the future of equestrian sport. The multi-day conference offers networking opportunities, interactive rule discussions, and breakout sessions designed to move the sport forward. A highlight of the USEF Annual Meeting will be the inspiration and celebration of our sport at the Pegasus Awards Dinner and the SmartPak/Horse of the Year Awards Dinner. For more information on the 2026 USEF Annual Meeting and to register, click here.
“We’re grateful to Zen Elite Equestrian Center for renewing their commitment as a partner of US Equestrian, highlighting their efforts to bring more awareness and support to the discipline of dressage,” said Bill Moroney, Chief Executive Officer of US Equestrian. “Their ongoing pledge to our country’s top professional and emerging athletes, as well as to our national championships and educational opportunities, reflect our shared vision to advance equestrian sport as a whole and champion excellence at all levels.”
“Partnering with US Equestrian means investing in the future of our sport, its people, its horses, and the moments that shape where we’re headed,” said Heidi Humphries, founder of Zen Elite. “At Zen Elite, we are driven by a deep passion for supporting dressage in the United States. Our commitment goes beyond sponsorship, it’s about strengthening the sport by expanding education, and elevating excellence from the ground up. We are proud to continue supporting the dressage community and fueling the momentum of the sport we love here in the US.”
About Zen Elite Equestrian Center
Zen Elite Equestrian Center, located in Southwest Ranches, Florida, is a sanctuary where soul-soothing surroundings nurture the mind, body, and spirit of both horse and rider. Designed to elevate the equestrian experience, the center features unrivaled amenities, including 32 stalls, a 20,000-square-foot covered arena, and a spacious outdoor arena with premium ESI footing. Additional highlights include grass paddocks, a luxurious horse gym and spa, and access to top trainers specializing in dressage and jumping. Zen Elite provides the ideal environment for equestrians to pursue their goals, whether at the grassroots level or in top-tier competition.
Coming Soon: Zen Elite is expanding its vision with a stunning new 23-acre facility in Wellington, Florida, set to open soon. This premier location will serve as a hub for the continued development of Zen’s horses and riders.