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Meet Your Favorite Premier Equestrians, Post a Selfie at FEI World Cup Dressage & Jumping Finals

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“Premier Equestrians” Debbie McDonald (front) and Adrienne Lyle, riding Wizard, will be available to meet and take “seflies” with at the Premier Equestrian booth at the 2015 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage and Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Finals in Las Vegas (Photo courtesy of Premier Equestrian)

Smile and Say “Selfie” at this Red Carpet Chance

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 10, 2015) — Horse sports fans will have the opportunity to be part of red-carpet excitement with their favorite equestrian celebrities — such as Steffen Peters, Laura Graves, Adrienne Lyle, Debbie McDonald, Luca Monenta, and Linda Parelli — at the 2015 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage and Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Finals on April 15-19 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Premier Equestrian, a leading manufacturer of arena footing and horse arenas, will present this impressive line-up of its biggest fans known as “The Premier Equestrians” at Premier Equestrian’s booth. Everyone is invited to come meet these legends and snap “selfies” with this group of equestrian superstars.

“We are rolling out a ‘red carpet’ to assure that as many people who visit our booth as possible get a chance to meet their equestrian heroes and share that awesome moment on their own social media,” promises Heidi Zorn, president of footing and arena expert Premier Equestrian.

The Premier Equestrians are an eminent contingent of trainers and competitors dedicated to the development and preservation of horse sport, whose own high levels of accomplishment and competitive successes have helped generate awareness, impart knowledge and training techniques that benefit their industry, and impact equestrian culture through their extraordinary talents and good sportsmanship.

“Meet the Premier Equestrians” text alerts and email notices will be posting times throughout the 2015 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage and Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Finals when Premier Equestrians will be at the booth and available to smile for a smartphone and share in the making of the selfie-of-a-lifetime for dressage and jumping fans.

There are 2 convenient options for signing up to receive notices about Meet the Premier Equestrians selfie and photo opportunities:

  1. Sign up for email and text alerts at https://mobile-text-alerts.com/premierequestrian
  2. Text “premierequestrian” to 781-728-9542

Like the Premier Equestrian fan page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/premierequestrian. Feel free to tag us in your selfies!

“We will text you when each Premier Equestrian will be at our booth,” explains Zorn.

It’s exactly the kind of attention to detail and concern for the industry that riders have always known they could count on from Premier Equestrian, which is proud to be a sponsor of the 2015 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage and Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Finals in Las Vegas. In addition to the company’s booth featuring the Premier Equestrians and samples of arena products, jumps, and footing options; Premier Equestrian dressage arenas and letters will also be showcased in the main venue and the schooling and warm-up arenas at the international event.

“We are as excited to add the 2015 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage and Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Finals in Las Vegas to our list of world-class competitions as we are to host our equally renowned Premier Equestrians at our booth,” Zorn says.

Among the Premier Equestrians on hand for selfies who use the OTTO Sport System offered by Premier Equestrian will be Olympian Debbie McDonald. Zorn comments, “Debbie and Bob have had the OTTO Sport System at River Grove Farm for years.” As one of Europe’s most popular high-quality arena base mat systems, the OTTO Sport Perforated Mat System offers an ideal arena base layer as well as base stability and unparalleled benefits to horses. Its unique design helps protect joints and tendons from damage and pain. OTTO Sport Mat Systems have been part of World Equestrian Games in Lexington, Kentucky; Aachen, Germany; and Rome, Italy.

Zorn added that Parry Thomas of River Grove Farm, for whom the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas is named, will attend World Cup for the retirement ceremony for his horse — who is Premier Equestrian Adrienne Lyle’s Olympic partner Wizard. Thomas will also be honored for his years as an ambassador of dressage and for all he has done for the city of Las Vegas.

Premier Equestrian is committed to exemplary products for safety and practicality and is known for the finest footing additives, such as GGT footing and base construction systems. The company’s high standards in customer service are based on educating the consumer about the biomechanics of the horse and its relationship to proper footing, along with arena design advice and the ability to supply everything — start to finish — needed for the ideal arena. Learn more about Premier Equestrian, the revolutionary OTTO Sport Perforated Mat System, GGT footing and other products by calling (800) 611-6109, visiting www.PremierEquestrian.com, or stopping by the booth at the 2015 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage and Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Finals in Las Vegas.

For more information contact:
Heidi Zorn, Premier Equestrian
1-800-611-6109
www.PremierEquestrian.com
heidi@dressagearena.net

Awards, Dressage, JRPR, Products/Services

Premier Equestrian Recognizes Robert Dover with Sportsmanship Award

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Heidi Zorn of Premier Equestrian and Robert Dover. (Photo courtesy of JRPR)

Wellington, FL (April 3, 2014) – Few people understand better what goes into dressage at its highest levels better than Heidi Zorn, president of Premier Equestrian (the Official Dressage Arena supplier for the USEF), and Robert Dover, four-time Olympic Bronze medalist (six-time consecutive U.S. Olympian) and now US Dressage Chef d’Equipe/Technical Advisor.

So when Zorn warmly presented Dover with the Premier Equestrian Sportsmanship Award, not only for Week 12 of the Adequan Global Dressage Festival at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, FL, but, as she joked, for being “Sportsman of the Season,” it was as inspired a pairing as peanut butter with chocolate.

“Thank you; you’re so very kind,” Dover said with the same enthusiasm for his sport that has been his trademark since 1987, when he piaffed and passaged into U.S. and world history by defeating six-time German Olympic Gold medalist Dr. Reiner Klimke in front of a 65,000-seat house to win the Aachen Grand Prix.

Today, it’s Dover who can be credited with bringing an Aachen-level of enthusiasm to American dressage, and nowhere has that been more evident than at Wellington.

“I love dressage and I’m thrilled with its success at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival. I’m standing here and see thousands of people watching our sport and remember how, just three years ago, I had to fight to make the idea of competition at this level and caliber ‘palatable.’

“I’m so happy for this award, but the real reward is for everyone involved in our sport,” Dover told Zorn before the irrepressible coach had to get back to the business of coaching.  “Thank you! And now, it’s back to the warm-up arena!”

“Our philosophy of always providing ‘premier’ products at the best possible price to the consumer is in line with the growing number of dressage enthusiasts who want to minimize expenses without giving up quality or jeopardizing their horses’ safety and well-being,” Zorn added. Premier Equestrian is the Official Gold Sponsor of the NAJYRC and is the official dressage arena of the USEF and Adequan FEI NAJYRC, July 15-30, 2014 in Lexington, KY.

Considered America’s leading manufacturer and distributor of dressage arenas, Premier Equestrian’s website offers extensive and informative information designed to help horse owners understand the differences in arenas as well as footing. Premier Equestrian offers a complete line of horse jumps and horse jumping equipment, including standards, sponsor jumps, and cavaletti. Premier products include barn accessories, books & DVDs, arena grooming and maintenance equipment.  For a free catalog, free arena footing sample or free arena sand analysis, call (800) 611-6109 or visit www.PremierEquestrian.com.

For more information contact:
Heidi Zorn, Premier Equestrian
1-800-611-6109
www.PremierEquestrian.com
heidi@dressagearena.net

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Dressage Rider Adrienne Lyle Lives the American Dream, from Cattle Ranch to the Olympics

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Young American Athlete Is One to Watch

Premier Equestrian is proud to support American riders like Adrienne Lyle. (Photo courtesy of McCool Photos)

Sandy, UT (July 13, 2012) – Adrienne Lyle is living the American dream; from simple beginnings riding western on her parents’ cattle ranch, Lyle is now a top dressage competitor and is headed to the 2012 London Olympics on Parry and Peggy Thomas’ 13-year-old Oldenburg, Wizard.  Under the tutelage of American Olympic dressage icon Debbie McDonald at River Grove Farm in Hailey, Idaho, the duo rose through the ranks of competition over the past three years, paying their dues and perfecting their Grand Prix performance.  After a very impressive ride at the 2012 Festival of Championships at Gladstone, Lyle and Wizard earned themselves a spot as individuals on the US Olympic Dressage Team, and will head to London to represent the United States and reap the benefits of their hard work.

“Adrienne is an inspirational rider and a true American athlete,” said Heidi Zorn, President of Premier Equestrian, a company that sponsors Lyle.  “We are proud to be supporting Adrienne and Wizard as they exemplify the talent, perseverance, and sheer dedication that our country has been built on, and that continues to make the United States great.  Premier is also based in the United States and supports American suppliers and products, so it was only fitting that we support an American rider.  We know Adrienne and Wizard will represent us and our country well in London.”

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Olympian Guenter Seidel Goes Above and Beyond to Win Premier Sportsmanship Award at Del Mar National Horse Show

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Guenter Seidel won the Premier Equestrian Sportsmanship Award at the Del Mar National Horse Show. Premier President Heidi Zorn presented Seidel with his award. (Photo courtesy of Premier Equestrian)

Del Mar, CA (May 8, 2012) – United States Dressage Olympian Guenter Seidel proved he is not only worthy of Olympic medals, but also worthy of winning the Premier Sportsmanship Award during the Del Mar National Horse Show. Seidel, a longtime supporter of the Del Mar National Horse Show, thrilled the Del Mar audience by competing his fabulous horse Fandango in the musical freestyle.

“Guenter didn’t need to compete Fandango because he had already qualified him, but he wanted the show spectators to have a great experience so he came out on Saturday night and gave an Olympic-worthy performance. The audience was thrilled and very appreciative and it was really an exceptional thing for Guenter to do,” said Heidi Zorn, President of Premier Equestrian, LLC, a leading supplier of dressage arenas, horse jumps, arena footing and stable accessories. “We presented Guenter with the Premier Sportsmanship award for his upstanding level of sportsmanship, but it extends far beyond performing his musical freestyle. Guenter was also extremely courteous to the office staff and fellow competitors – he is a true sportsman all the way around.”

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Premier Equestrian Sponsors Young Adult Brentina Cup Winner and Dressage Trainer Caroline Roffman

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Caroline Roffman is being sponsored by Premier Equestrian. (Photo courtesy of Sue Stickle)

Sandy, UT (December 12, 2011) — Premier Equestrian, a leading supplier of dressage arenas, horse jumps, arena footing and stable accessories, is pleased to announce their sponsorship of Wellington-based dressage rider and trainer Caroline Roffman. The 23-year-old has set the dressage world on fire and during the fall of 2011 proved she is a rider to be reckoned with when she won the Young Adult Brentina Cup at the Collecting Gaits Farm/USEF Festival of Champions and took home three Reserve National Championship titles from the Markel/USEF National Young Horse Dressage Championships.

“Premier is very excited to be sponsoring Caroline. She is certainly one of the brightest dressage stars of our young generation and, in addition to that, she is a lovely young woman,” said Heidi Zorn, President of Premier Equestrian. “Premier is a world leader in dressage products, from arenas and letters to footing for the arenas, and we are proud that Caroline will be using and supporting our products.”

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Community/Charity, Dressage, JRPR, Products/Services, Publications/Media, USDF

Premier Equestrian and the United States Dressage Federation Now Offering “On the Levels” DVD for New Tests

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FEI “O” judge Gary Rockwell gives the judge’s perspective, scoring each movement of each test and giving a final score, on the new “On the Levels” DVD series produced by Premier Equestrian and the USDF. (Photo courtesy of Premier Equestrian)

Sandy, UT (May 17, 2011) – Dressage riders seeking to learn and study the 2011 USDF dressage tests can now do so with a new and updated DVD edition of “On the Levels.” Produced by Premier Equestrian, a leading supplier of dressage arenas, horse jumps, arena footing and stable accessories, and the USDF, the new versions of the tests became effective December 1, 2010.

“The DVD includes the USDF Introductory through USEF Fourth Level Test 3. The three hours of test video features elements of both training and judging and allows the viewer to see and hear how each of the newly designed dressage tests should be ridden,” said Heidi Zorn, President of Premier. “And of course being able to watch and learn from the comfort of your own home is great. Or a group of riders can get together in a clinic setting and watch and learn as a group.”

The “On the Levels” DVD features FEI judges Lilo Fore and Gary Rockwell. Fore is a well-known dressage trainer and FEI “I” judge from California and throughout the DVD Fore comments on each ride and gives a trainer’s perspective on how to successfully ride each test. Rockwell, who lives in Florida and is one of only three U.S. FEI “O” judges, gives the judge’s perspective, scoring each movement of each test and giving a final score.

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International Dressage Rider Betsy Steiner Wins Premier Equestrian Sportsmanship Award at Palm Beach Dressage Derby

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Betsy Steiner, who competed Joli Burrell’s Fino at the Palm Beach Dressage Derby, rode away as the winner of the Premier Sportsmanship Award during the show. (Photo courtesy of JRPR)

Wellington, FL (March 9, 2011) – Dressage rider and trainer Betsy Steiner, who represented the United States at the World Equestrian Games in Sweden, competed Joli Burrell’s Fino at the Palm Beach Dressage Derby at White Fences in Wellington and said the secret to each and every ride she takes is the simple fact the she loves her horses and competing. In addition to enjoying her ride, Steiner was awarded the Premier Sportsmanship Award, sponsored by Premier Equestrian, a leading supplier of dressage arenas, horse jumps, arena footing and stable accessories.

The Premier Sportsmanship Award is awarded to a rider who displays a high level of sportsmanship during a show and Steiner thanked Premier for the award. “The award really encourages riders and it makes you feel good about coming to the show and doing well,” she said.

Steiner added that she was really pleased with Fino’s performance at the show. “He was a great boy and I was really happy with him. It was the first time I’ve had him in the ring since June and he really came through for me,” she said, adding that she competed Fino in the FEI Test of Choice Prix St. Georges class.

When asked how she maintains a great level of sportsmanship, Steiner said she loves competing. “I love all of the horses I compete and Fino just happens to be one of the best,” Steiner said.

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Lusitano Trainer Wins Premier Sportsmanship Award at International Horse Sport Palm Beach Dressage Show

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Lusitano trainer and competitor Cherri Reiber, shown aboard her Lusitano Sargon Interagro, won the Premier Sportsmanship Award at the International Horse Sport Palm Beach Dressage Show. (Photo courtesy of JRPR)

Wellington, FL (February 4, 2011) – Dressage rider and trainer Cherri Reiber, who represented the United States at the 2000 World Cup, proved that she is not only a world-class athlete but also a good sport when she won the Premier Equestrian Sportsmanship Award at the International Horse Sport Palm Beach Dressage Premier Show. Sponsored by Premier Equestrian, a leading supplier of dressage arenas, horse jumps, arena footing and stable accessories, the Premier Sportsmanship Award is awarded to a rider who displays a high level of sportsmanship during a show.

Reiber, who is well known for training and competing Lusitanos, has proven she is unflappable under pressure while at a horse show, which helped Reiber clinch the sportsmanship award. Thanks to being a great sport, Reiber, who twice made it to the Olympic selection trials, rode away with a pair of German-designed Roeckl gloves from Premier Equestrian.

“Sportsmanship is very important in the show world and I am definitely honored to have been awarded the Premier Sportsmanship Award,” Reiber said, adding that she is also looking forward to presenting a Lusitano demonstration on February 19th for The Lusitano Collection at the Winter Equestrian Festival. “I was also pleased with how my new Lusitano, Sargon Interagro, did at the show. I just got him in June so we are still getting to know each other.”

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Premier Equestrian Congratulates Walter Zettl on Induction into Hall of Fame

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Premier Equestrian, LLC is pleased to congratulate classical dressage master Walter Zettl on his induction into the Toronto CADORA Dressage Association Hall of Fame. Zettl has been a long-time advisor to Premier Equestrian. (Photo courtesy of Walter Zettl, photo credit Christine Derksen)

Sandy, UT (January 7, 2011) – Premier Equestrian, LLC, a leading supplier of dressage arenas, horse jumps, and stable accessories, is pleased to congratulate classical dressage master Walter Zettl on his induction into the Toronto CADORA Dressage Association Hall of Fame. Zettl has been a long-time advisor to Premier Equestrian and is also the technical advisor for Dressage Today Magazine.

“Walter is one of the true classical dressage masters left on the planet and we are so happy that he was recognized for being a contributor to the evolution of the sport of dressage,” said Heidi Zorn, President of Premier Equestrian. “Walter has lived in Canada since 1981 and has had a big impact on the Canadian dressage community. He has also had a big impact on our company and has advised and directed Premier on our products over the years.”

Zettl, who is now in his 80s, has spent years on the forefront of the dressage world, from coaching Olympic riders to teaching, training, offering clinics, writing books and producing DVDs. “It wasn’t a surprise to his family, friends or students when he was inducted into the Toronto CADORA Dressage Association Hall of Fame,” Zorn said. “Zettl’s ‘Matter of Trust’ DVD series was produced by Dancing Deer Productions and distributed by Premier.  The DVD covers classical dressage techniques from Training level to Grand Prix, and we were very pleased to have been part of it. Getting to know Walter, and understand his true passion for dressage and horses, has been a real blessing.”

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