Northern Ontario Dressage Association

Northern Ontario Dressage Association Lets Make Dressage Bigger in The North

The Northern Ontario Dressage Association (NODA) was founded with a passion for keeping the art and sport of dressage thriving in Northern communities. Our mission is to provide accessible opportunities for riders of all levels—whether English or Western—to learn, grow, and compete without having to travel far from home. Through a mix of virtual shows, in-person competitions, clinics, and educatio

nal events, NODA creates a welcoming space where riders can set goals, celebrate achievements, and connect with a supportive equestrian community. We are committed to making dressage available to everyone—from leadline riders just starting out, to seasoned competitors riding advanced tests. With our motto “To keep Dressage in the North,” we proudly work to ensure that riders in Northern Ontario have the same opportunities to pursue their passion as those in larger centers—keeping the elegance, discipline, and joy of dressage alive and well in our region.

🌟 SAULT STE MARIE - JUSTIN RIDGEWELL CLINIC 🌟📍 Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario📅 August 22nd & 23rd🏡 Hosted at Straithclair Far...
06/11/2026

🌟 SAULT STE MARIE - JUSTIN RIDGEWELL CLINIC 🌟
📍 Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
📅 August 22nd & 23rd
🏡 Hosted at Straithclair Farms

The Northern Ontario Dressage Association is excited to welcome International Grand Prix Rider Justin Ridgewell for an incredible two-day clinic designed for grassroots riders and equine enthusiasts of ALL disciplines and experience levels! 🐴

Whether you ride Dressage, Western, Jumping, Trail, Eventing, or simply want to improve your partnership and horsemanship, this clinic is for YOU!

✨ Open to all ages & experience levels
✨ Positive, practical coaching
✨ Improve confidence, communication & fundamentals
✨ A supportive environment to learn, grow & connect

💲 Cost:
• $180 – Private Lesson
• $110 – Semi-Private Lesson

📌 Registration Link:
https://forms.gle/NrSREhwf755GYiF16

⚠️ Spaces will be limited — don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of Canada’s top riders and coaches!

📧 Check your emails! 📧This morning I sent out test sheets for 37 of the 55 riders who entered our Barbie Virtual Show! 🎀...
06/10/2026

📧 Check your emails! 📧

This morning I sent out test sheets for 37 of the 55 riders who entered our Barbie Virtual Show! 🎀🐴

A huge thank you to everyone for your patience while our judge works through all of the entries. The remaining tests are still being completed, and I'll send them out as soon as I receive them.

We had an incredible turnout and are so grateful for everyone's support of NODA and our virtual shows!

Stay tuned... more results are on the way! 🎉

06/10/2026

📸🐴 FUNNY PHOTO WEDNESDAY! 🐴📸

We know our horses are talented athletes... but sometimes they're also professional comedians! 😂

Whether it's a goofy face, a perfectly timed photobomb, a mud-covered masterpiece, or an "I'm definitely not listening" expression, we want to see it!

👇 Drop your funniest horse photo in the comments and tell us the story behind it!

Bonus points for:
🤣 Epic facial expressions
🤣 Mid-yawn photos
🤣 Zoomies caught on camera
🤣 Tack room mischief
🤣 Those moments that make you ask, "How is this animal still alive?"

Let's fill everyone's feed with some horse-powered laughter today! 💙🐴

Ready, set, SHARE YOUR FUNNIEST HORSE PHOTO!

🐴💡 NODA Tip Tuesday: Calming Horse Show Nerves 💡🐴Feeling those pre-show butterflies? You're not alone! Even experienced ...
06/09/2026

🐴💡 NODA Tip Tuesday: Calming Horse Show Nerves 💡🐴

Feeling those pre-show butterflies? You're not alone! Even experienced riders get nervous before entering at A. The key isn't eliminating nerves—it's learning how to manage them. ✨

Here are a few simple tips:

🌟 Prepare Ahead – Pack early, review your test, and make a checklist. Being organized helps build confidence.

🌟 Focus on Your Horse – Instead of worrying about scores or placings, concentrate on giving your horse a positive, supportive ride.

🌟 Breathe – A few slow, deep breaths can help settle both you and your horse.

🌟 Visualize Success – Take a moment to picture yourself riding a calm, accurate test before you enter the ring.

🌟 Remember Why You Ride – Dressage is a journey. Every test is an opportunity to learn, improve, and enjoy time with your horse.

💕 Most importantly, be kind to yourself. Your horse doesn't care about ribbons or percentages—they care that you're there with them.

👇 What helps YOU calm your horse show nerves? Share your best tips in the comments!

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💖🎀 WOW!! Nearly 80 Videos Submitted! 🎀💖A huge THANK YOU to everyone who entered our NODA Barbie Virtual Dressage Show! W...
06/08/2026

💖🎀 WOW!! Nearly 80 Videos Submitted! 🎀💖

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who entered our NODA Barbie Virtual Dressage Show! We received almost **80 video submissions**, making this one of our biggest virtual shows yet! 🐴✨

We are so grateful for the support from riders across Canada and beyond. The creativity, pink outfits, sparkles, and amazing horsemanship have made this event so much fun already!

Now let's keep the momentum rolling into our **NODA Summer Virtual Dressage Series!** ☀️🐴

📅 SHOW #1
Closing Date: June 22
🔹 USDF Tests 1 & 2
🔹 CADORA Tests A & B
🔹 WDAA Tests 1 & 2
🔹 NODA Lead Line

📅 SHOW #2
Closing Date: July 27
🔹 USDF Tests 2 & 3
🔹 CADORA Tests B & C
🔹 WDAA Tests 2 & 3
🔹 NODA Lead Line

📅 SHOW #3
Closing Date: August 24
🔹 USDF Tests 1 & 3
🔹 CADORA Tests C & D
🔹 WDAA Tests 3 & 4
🔹 NODA Lead Line

🌟 Ride from home
🌟 Professional judge feedback
🌟 Open to all ages and levels
🌟 English & Western Dressage Welcome

Let's spend the summer improving, learning, and having fun with our horses! 💕☀️

🚨🎀 LAST CHANCE! ENTRIES CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT! 🎀🚨The countdown is ON for the 💖 NODA Annual Barbie Virtual Dressage Show 💖 an...
06/07/2026

🚨🎀 LAST CHANCE! ENTRIES CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT! 🎀🚨

The countdown is ON for the 💖 NODA Annual Barbie Virtual Dressage Show 💖 and there’s still time to get your entries in before registration officially closes TONIGHT at MIDNIGHT! ⏰🐴✨

💃 Bring the sparkle, the sass, and the dressage!
🎀 WDAA • USDF • CADORA
🏆 High Point Awards
🌎 Open to ALL riders, including international entries
🎁 Every test entered = 1 entry into our mystery prize draw 👀

Think PINK + SPARKLY and have FUN with it! 💖✨

👩‍⚖️ Judge: Geneviève Lavigne

📣 Registration Link:
https://forms.gle/umV26LdDW7BkbC947

Don’t miss out on one of our most fun virtual shows of the year! Saddle up and send those entries in before the clock strikes midnight! 💕🐴

🌟 Thank You, Justin Ridgewell! 🌟What an incredible weekend of learning, growth, and fun at our NODA Dressage Clinic in S...
06/07/2026

🌟 Thank You, Justin Ridgewell! 🌟

What an incredible weekend of learning, growth, and fun at our NODA Dressage Clinic in Sudbury!

A huge thank you to Justin Ridgewell for making the trip north and sharing your knowledge, experience, and passion for dressage with our riders. Your positive coaching, encouragement, and attention to detail made this a truly valuable experience for everyone involved.

Thank you as well to all of our riders, auditors, volunteers, and supporters who helped make this clinic such a success.

We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to our sponsors for supporting dressage in Northern Ontario. Your generosity helps us continue our mission of bringing quality educational opportunities to riders in the North.

🐴 Northern Ontario Dressage Association (NODA)
“Bringing Dressage Back to The North”

We look forward to seeing everyone again at future clinics and events!

🎀🐴 ENTRIES CLOSE SUNDAY AT MIDNIGHT 🐴🎀The countdown is ON for the NODA Virtual Barbie Dressage Show! 💖✨Don’t miss your c...
06/06/2026

🎀🐴 ENTRIES CLOSE SUNDAY AT MIDNIGHT 🐴🎀

The countdown is ON for the NODA Virtual Barbie Dressage Show! 💖✨

Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the most fun and fabulous virtual shows of the season — where pink, sparkle, and dressage come together in the best way possible! 🌟🐎

🌎 Open to all riders (including international entries!)

🎥 Ride from home and submit your test online

🏆 Amazing prizes + high point awards up for grabs

💖 WDAA, USDF & CADORA tests offered

🎀 Lead Line to Fourth Level + Freestyles

⏰ Entries close June 7th — only 3 days left!

Time to grab your pink gear, polish those boots, and get your entries in! 💕

📣 Enter here: https://forms.gle/umV26LdDW7BkbC947

✨🐴 Clinic Weekend Tomorrow! 🐴✨NODA is excited to welcome FEI Grand Prix Rider and Coach Justin Ridgewell to Sudbury, ON ...
06/05/2026

✨🐴 Clinic Weekend Tomorrow! 🐴✨

NODA is excited to welcome FEI Grand Prix Rider and Coach Justin Ridgewell to Sudbury, ON this weekend for an amazing clinic hosted by West Croft Stables! 🎉

We can’t wait for a weekend full of learning, riding, and fun with riders from multiple disciplines coming together to grow and improve. 💖

Thank you to everyone attending and supporting our mission of “Bringing Dressage Back to The North.” ✨

Safe Travels from us at the NODA

Address

2539 Field Street
Greater Sudbury, ON
P3E4X8

Telephone

+17059881315

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