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For Immediate Release
Contact: Lynn Leath
May 17, 1999
919-968-6670
World Class Dressage in Raleigh
Raleigh, NC -- The East Coast's top dressage competitors will appear in
Raleigh this spring when The North Carolina Dressage and Combined Training Association
presents "CDI-W Raleigh and Capital Dressage Classic" on June 4th - 6th, 1999 at
the NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh, NC.
Proceeds benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Eastern North Carolina and the North
Carolina Theraputic Riding Center.
Dressage, a system of skilled horsemanship drawing on centuries-old traditions, is now one
of the fastest growing equestrian disciplines in the United States. Dressage requires the
horse and rider to combine the strength and agility of gymnastics with the elegance and
beauty of ballet. As in figure skating and gymnastics, the musical freestyle is the
highlight of competition.
The competition at the CDI-W will include performance classes at the very beginning
levels, all the way to the Grand Prix level, which is the level ridden in the Olympics.
Riders will be trying to qualify for several international competitions, including the World
Cup and Pan American Games.
In addition to the competition, the show offers visitors a:
 | variety of evening programs, including an "Introduction to Dressage" for the
uninitiated |
| free children's festival Saturday 10 am - 2 pm, where young enthusiasts can learn about
horses. |
| sumptuous Saturday evening ringside buffet on Grand Prix Freestyle night |
| trade fair offering a variety of wares from saddlery to fine art, from sports wear to
used tack |
| silent auction of tack, artwork, stallion breeding certificates, and more |
| "Bridleless" Grand Prix Dressage Exhibition |
| Demonstration by World Special Olympics team riders |
Tickets at $6 will be required for admission to the show on Friday evening, all day
Saturday, and Saturday evening and are available at the door. Tickets for Saturday night's
Grand Prix Club, which includes hors d'oeuvres, bar, and a ringside table, cost $30
(advance registration only - contact Michelle Karwoski at 919-839-5927). For information
during the show, call 919-828-9478.
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