🎓 Ride Toward College — And Your Future!
🐴 The Ridge’s College Preparatory Showcase
📅 January 16–18, 2026
📍 The Ridge at Wellington Groves – 1815 E Road, Loxahatchee Groves, FL
🌐 ridgeshowjumping.com
If you're in grades 6–12 and dreaming about your future — both in the classroom and the show ring — the 2026 Premier College Preparatory Showcase is the place to start.
Hosted at The Ridge’s state-of-the-art equestrian facility in Florida, this three-day event helps students discover how to ride competitively and succeed academically at the college level.
Whether you're a serious competitor or just starting to think about college, this event gives you real tools, insider knowledge, and unforgettable experiences that support your riding, your learning, and your goals.
🎯 Why You Should Attend:
✅ Meet College Coaches & Academic Advisors
Connect with equestrian team coaches and admissions professionals to learn what it takes to be recruited, make connections with schools you would like to attend, and discover how to choose a school that fits your academic goals, learning style, and riding level.
✅ Explore College Majors, Not Just Riding Programs
Hear directly from colleges about popular majors for student-athletes, career paths, and how to balance tough classes with time in the saddle.
✅ Build Your College Game Plan
Whether you're a middle schooler just getting curious or a high school junior making lists, you’ll leave with clear steps for how to prepare your application, resume, and riding video — and what matters most to schools.
✅ Learn the Real-Life Skills of a Student-Athlete
Time management, communication, confidence, academic support — learn how real riders thrive in college both in and out of the ring.
🐴 Showcase Schedule at a Glance
Friday, January 16 – Get Inspired
- 12:00-4:00pm (Optional) Audit the $15,000 Grand Prix at The Ridge
- 2:00-4:00pm Rider Check-In & Welcome Goodie Bags at The Ridge
- 3:00-5:00pm Optional Clinics with College Coaches at The Ridge
- 🧠 Educational Seminars on College Admissions, Majors, and Academic Planning at The Ridge
- 🎤 Special Guest Speakers:
- Randi Heathman → The Equestrian College Advisor
IECA Professional Member | NACAC
- The Plaid Horse’s Piper Klemm
→ Topic: “Succeeding in College as a Rider, Student, and Leader”
- 🎉6:00pm Welcome Party hosted by Kaiser University
📍 123 University Blvd, Loxahatchee Groves, FL 33470
Saturday, January 17 – Compete & Connect
- Collegiate-Style Show Classes Begin
- All-Day College Meet & Greets
- ✏️ Academic Success Sessions:
→ “Finding the Right School for YOU”
→ “Balancing Classes, Travel, and Training”
→ “Study Tips from Student-Athletes”
- 🌟 Evening Trip to the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF)
→ Includes a Grand Prix Course Walk with an Olympian!
Sunday, January 18 – Finals & Farewell
- Final Competition Rounds
- All-Day College Meet & Greets
- Individual and Team Prize Giving Ceremony
- Farewell Celebration with College Reps, Riders, and Families
- Networking and Next-Step Planning
🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities
We proudly welcome The Plaid Horse and HorseSpot.net as 2026 event sponsors. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available for brands and organizations looking to connect with our engaged and passionate equestrian and academic community.
Sponsorship benefits include:
✔ On-site visibility and branding
✔ Social media promotion across our channels
✔ Vendor booth space at the event
✔ Product placement and exclusive engagement opportunities
If your company or organization is interested in sponsoring the Showcase, please email us at info@ridgeshowjumping.com to learn more about how you can get involved.
📩 Ready to Join Us?
🎟️ Registration and full event info: ridgeshowjumping.com
📧 Questions? Email: info@ridgeshowjumping.com
⚠️ Reserve your spot early — limited rider spaces are available and fill quickly!
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📸 Instagram: @ridgeshowjumping
Learn. Ride. Succeed.
The road to college starts here — and it’s yours to ride.
