I met Lynn Kelley in 2015 at the PBR Finals in Las Vegas. She was showing some Mangalarga Marchadors to the public. I could tell from my first look they were a beautiful gaited breed and the rest is history. I became a breeder. I searched America for the best mares I could find and…

The US Ranking sheet in Mounted Archery Go Leo!! submitted by Connie Claire A Marchador made it into the record books Mounted Archery in the US! Connie Claire competing with her Marchador gelding Leo (aka DaVinci do Summerwind) is ranked 7th in the U.S. On the Hunt course, they excel – just seconds behind Elizabeth…

Working equitation is a competitive equestrian sport that combines traditional riding techniques with modern elements to test the skills of horse and rider: 

Preparing for 2025! 3-7 Regional Directors representing different sections of the U.S. and Canada. The regions are: Pacific, Northwest, Southwest,Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Canada.  The region are selected based on numbers of members and Marchador horses in that area.   The states included in each region will be re-assessed based on number of members and…

We have some extra shirts ordered for a USMMA event. Modeled by Derek Brown, Haras Vista da Serra, the shirts have a BIG M brand trademark on the back, and the USMMA logo in front. All black, but sizes that are remaining are M, L, XL and 2 XL. Quantities are limited. Priced at $35.…

 The USMMA is creating a separate fund earmarked for Marchador EVENTS.     We are committed to holding more events and in different areas of the country where there are enough Marchadors to make the competition both fun and meaningful.   In addition to the membership, events draw in others interested in the Mangalarga Marchador…

Rick Schatz is retiring. He wanted his retirement announcement and the opportunity to own a Flying Oaks Marchador to go first to the USMMA members.  We are pleased to honor this request from a long-time dedicated and passionate Mangalarga Marchador breeder. Rick has contributed greatly to the success of the MM breed with his program and his…

Emailed to all our members, we also post on social media sites for all to read. https://conta.cc/3POQMWY Here is the link to the newsletter that went out in April. Be sure to let us know if you like the new format, or want a pdf file for 2024.

Hosted by the USMMA and Summerwind Marchadors, the clinic ran Feb 14th to 16th at Silver Stables, Phoenix, AZ. Silver Stables also provided many of the Marchadors shown and used at the clinic. The weather was good. The food was good. The horses worked hard for different riders! Alan Villaca was outstanding, just a wealth…