KCDS Christmas Party and Executive Board Elections. Join us for fun and a tiny bit of work.
13911 Belinder St. Leawood, KS 66224.
Save the date for the 2025 KCDS Year End Banquet. Details to come but we hope to see you there!
Daniel Stewart Clinic at Northridge Farm in Kansas City on December 6th and 7th, 2025. Contact Sarah for details at skep12@aol.com or call 208-316-1212.
Support War Horses for Veterans at the War Horses for Veterans Ranch in Stillwell, KS
40+ Local Kansas City Vendors
Artists • Clothing • Candles • Jewelry
Bread-makers • Woodworkers • Hat Bar & more
Every purchase makes a difference—a portion of proceeds from every
vendor benefits War Horses for Veterans, supporting veterans, active
military, and first responders through the healing power of horses.
Sip the wine.
Shop the makers.
Support the mission.
Warhorsesforveterans.org for more info
Join KCSD for a bit fitting clinic with Kim Gentry. Kim is coming to Summit Ranch in Lee’s Summit to assist riders in finding the right bits for their horses. Kim is a USDF Certified Instructor and an International Grand Prix rider. Her clinics discuss oral anatomy and bit function as well as bit and bridle design. She can also talk about common issues related to bitting. To get more information or to sign up, click here.
Join us in person or on Zoom at 6:30 at KCDS President, Amy Gemperli’s house. All are welcome.
13911 Belinder, Leawood, KS 66224
Passcode: kcds
Direct Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktK
Rocky Mountain Dressage Society presents JJ Tate for a symposium at the Boulder County Fairgrounds. Adult Auditors are $50 per day, and Youth Auditors are $30 per day. Lunch is $20. Saturday features “Developing the Best Athlete,” and Sunday is “Ask JJ Anything Q&A”.
Boulder County Fairgrounds 9595 Nelson Road Longmont, Colorado
Auditor signup: https://form.jotform.com/250824998351164
Rider Application: https://form.jotform.com/250775748820062
The last time a rider fitness event was offered it filled up LIGHTNING FAST, so we know people will be excited to see this posted!
A Rider Fitness Event: Stability and Balance Session
Instructor: Lawson Duncan, owner of Lawson’s Core Connection. Lawson is NASM certified with over 25 years of experience and has been riding her whole life. She holds her Bronze and Silver medals.
When: Saturday, August 16th
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Place: KC Strength Lab
14868 Metcalf Avenue
Overland Park, KS 662233
$10 for KCDS Members
$25 for nonmembers
First 10 people to sign up get a spot!!!
Reserve your spot through PayPal
(kcdsinfo@gmail.com) or by check made out to KCDS.
Mail to: Cindy Burnett, KCDS Treasurer
9223 Shorewood Dr.
Desoto, KS 66018
Organizer's Name: Childs Kathy
Organizer's Email: cpostfarm@gmail.com
Event Date: July 20, 2025
Event Details: Topeka Roundup Club Dressage Schooling Show. Offering both USDF and Western Dressage classes.
Open to all riders and free of charge this clinic with Rhonda Martin will provide information on locating muscle tension, improving range of motion and engaging postural muscles for improved stability.
Where: Saddle & Sirloin
RSVP to Emily Frazier by July 12th at yemonlimes@yahoo.com
Join KCDS at Pinot’s Palette for a fundraiser for KCDS Junior Riders, Averi Allen and Ella O’Neil. June 8th from 5-7:00 PM. The cost is $55 with $15 going directly to support these young riders.
4817 W. 117th St., Leawood, KS
Time: 6:30 pm Place: Amy Gemperli’s Home, 13911 Belinder Leawood, KS 66224
Join us by Zoom or in person!
The next three meetings are Feb. 26th, March 26th, and April 23rd! Please respond to this email if you want to attend or use the Zoom link!
Instructor: Lawson Duncan, owner of Lawson’s Core Connection. Lawson is NASM certified with over 25 years of experience and has been riding her whole life. She holds her Bronze and Silver medals. Saturday, April 5th, 2-4 p.m. Place: KC Strength Lab 14868 Metcalf Avenue Overland Park, KS 662233. $10 for KCDS Members. $25 for nonmembers. Limited Capacity, so sign up fast!
Deadline is March 23rd. Reserve your spot through PayPal (kcdsinfo@gmail.com) or by check made out to KCDS.
Mail to: Cindy Burnett, KCDS Treasurer
9223 Shorewood Dr.
Desoto, KS 66018
Organizer's Name: Maggie Stonecipher
Organizer's Email: propertyshopschoolingshows@gmail.com
Event Date: March 29, 2025
Event Details: The Property Shop Dressage & CT Schooling Show Series - Show #1
Like us on Facebook for Details!
https://www.facebook.com/propertyshopschoolingshow
Time: 6:30 pm Place: Amy Gemperli’s Home, 13911 Belinder Leawood, KS 66224
Join us by Zoom or in person!
The next three meetings are Feb. 26th, March 26th, and April 23rd! Please respond to this email if you want to attend or use the Zoom link!
Join our USDF Region 4 Director and Technical Delegate “r” Anne Sushko — via Zoom to learn more about the new USDF/USEF rule changes which take effect April 1st!
Tuesday, March 25th, 7 p.m. central time
ZOOM LINK: Passcode: kcds
Direct Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO BE IN THE KNOW BEFORE SHOW SEASON!!!
Please register with Brandi Sangster, KCDS Horse Show Organizer: bsang7@yahoo.com
Post your questions in advance to Brandi. bsang7@yahoo.com
There will also be time at the end of the session to ask questions.
We want to invite new and old members to spend HAPPY HOUR with us and learn more about KCDS! This is kid-friendly!!! Come as you are! March 15th, 4:30-6:30 p.m. War Horses for Veterans Lounge 5600 W 183rd St. Stilwell, KS 66085. Come meet Board and Committee members, learn about membership perks, horse show awards, how you can qualify and how to enter, volunteering, and what the jobs entail and sponsorship opportunities! Let us show you what United States Dressage Federation programs have to offer you as well! FREE to everyone!
Please RSVP to kcdsdressage@gmail.com
Time: 6:30 pm Place: Amy Gemperli’s Home, 13911 Belinder Leawood, KS 66224
Join us by Zoom or in person!
The next three meetings are Feb. 26th, March 26th, and April 23rd! Please respond to this email if you want to attend or use the Zoom link!
When: Saturday, January 25th
Time: 6:00 pm
Where: Jack Stack Freight House in the Crossroads (101 W 22nd St, Unit 300
Kansas City, MO 64108)
Price: Tickets are $35 for adults.
Children 5-10 are $15
Children under 4 are free.
To join us, please purchase your tickets and RSVP by Monday, January 20th.
Payment can be made via PayPal (kcdsinfo@gmail.com) or by check made out to KCDS to purchase tickets.
Mail to:
Cindy Burnett
KCDS Treasurer
9223 Shorewood Drive
DeSoto, KS 66018
Missouri Horse Shows Association Celebration of Champions Awards Banquet, Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Columbia, MO. please email mhsamembership@gmail.com for more information or see our Facebook page for reservation from.
Meeting Zoom Link
Passcode: kcds
Direct Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09
KCDS will hold it’s annual meeting/holiday party. Join us and bring something to share (appetizer, dessert, drinks).
KCDS is excited to bring Britta Pedersen and her The Performace Refinery to Summit Ranch in Lee’s Summit, MO for a rider biomechanics clinic. Rides cost $300 per ride for members and $325 for non-members; auditing costs $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Lunch will be provided. To reserve a spot contact as a rider or auditor contact Cindy Burnett at cluburnett@gmail.com and remit payment online via PayPal at kcdsinfo@gmail.com or you can mail a check to Cindy Burnett, KCDS Treasurer, 9223 Shorewood Dr. DeSoto, KS 66018.
The event location is Summit Ranch, 25508 E 103rd St. Lee’s Summit, MO 64086
Join the us for the monthly KCDS board meeting. Come in person at 13911 Belinder; Leawood KS 66224 or on Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4657806024?pwd=ZktKYi85MkpzeDJMTFNocy90NkJZdz09 Password is KCDS
Featuring English Dressage, Western Dressage, and Prix Caprilli Test. Entries open July 15. The judge is Jana Wagner. Please visit topekaroundupclub.com for more information or contact Haley Mannell or Cathy Childs. Haley Mannell-hfmannell@gmail.com or Kathy Childs at cpostfarm@gmail.com 785-221-0909.
Cathy Penrod is a professional Performance Dynamics Specialist with over 40 years of equestrian knowledge. She specializes in helping all riders break through internal barriers, conquer fears, overcome nerves, and take riding to the next level. At the door is $75 for members and $100 for non-members. Payment can be made via PayPal (kcdsinfo@gmail.com) or check made out to KCDS. Mail to: Cindy Burnett, KCDS Treasurer 9923 Surewood Dr. DeSoto, KS 66018.
The event is being held at Landers Dressage, 2020 State Hwy B, Liberty, MO 64068
Judges: Jane Ayers ‘S’ & Gwen Ka’Awaloa‘S’
TD: Susan Lang
Show Manager: Jennifer Rawlinson
Show Secretary: Brandi Plummer
Level 3 show, Qualifying for NAYC, Markel/USEF Young & Developing Horse Dressage Championships, USEF Brentina Cup Championship, USEF Children & Pony Rider Natl Championships, GAIG/USDF Regional Championships