Central Arizona Riding
Academy
Central Arizona Riding Academy is a family-friendly dressage training and boarding
facility located in San Tan Valley, Arizona. Owned by Ulrich Schmitz and Dorie Vlatten-
Schmitz, CARA provides training for the horse and rider from beginner through Grand Prix.
Whether you are new to dressage or an FEI rider, our instructors are qualified to help you
reach your riding goals.
All riders will enjoy the many amenities our 10-acre facility has to offer, including two
standard-sized dressage arenas, one covered for your comfort, and daily pasture turnout.
Show opportunities exist throughout Central and Southern Arizona for competitive riders.
CARA hosts multiple schooling shows and clinics throughout the year, and an annual summer
camp for young riders.
Welcome
41656 N Rattlesnake Rd
San Tan Valley, Arizona
Central Arizona Riding Academy
Visitors are welcome during business hours.
Please enter the property through the automatic gate on
Rattlesnake Rd.
CARA News
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CARA
Est. 1981
(480) 580-0634
USDF “L” Program Workshops
October 19-20
Introduction to Judging & Biomechanics,Marilyn Heath
November 23-24
Judging Criteria for Gaits, Paces, Movements & Figures,
Joan Darnell
January 18-19,2020
Collective Marks, Basics & Rider Biomechanics,
Debbie Riehl-Rodriguez
If you are interested in USDF L Program or
another USDF Instructor Trainer Workshop
Series, please contact Dorie for further info.
Our Covered Arena With Amazing Footing
(Click on box for printable version)
October 19-20 Introduction
to Judging & Biomechanics,
Marilyn Heath
Come and Visit CARA
(Zenia’s 1000 Watt Smile!)
