We would like to extend our congratulations to Heather and a big pat on the neck to Paragon...
 
Double Pan American Games medalist, Heather Blitz and Paragon won the Wellington Classic CDI3* Freestyle at the Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, FL on March 17, 2012 giving them their first victory at Grand Prix level with a score of 75.360%. The U.S. bred nine year old Danish Warmblood gelding (Don Shufro - Pari Lord) has made the change seamlessly and with extraordinary confidence from the Small Tour last October when they won the team gold and individual silver at the Pan American Games to their debut in Grand Prix.

 

Heather summed up their win acknowledging Paragon's incredible maturity: "He was amazing in the freestyle. It was definitely a personal best on how he felt in the ring, he was so powerful and really supple. I think he enjoyed quite a bit being under the lights and being at night, he just had himself in such a great place; a combination of power and energy, and also relaxation and confidence. The freestyle went really well from beginning to end and it all stayed very coordinated with the music and perfect timing. It's such a beautiful freestyle that it's easy for me just to ride in a way that really puts positive energy into it and I think he really picked that up from me. The facility is so fantastic at the Global Dressage Festival that it's a nice place to be. The footing is perfect and we love being there so the whole experience was fantastic, and I just hope I can keep up that kind of performance."

 

The video of their Freestyle performance is available on Heather's YouTube Channel at Heather & Paragon's Freestyle.  

 

Another Must See Video...

If you've never seen Heather and Paragon, you're in for a treat.  Here is the video of their winning CDI3 Freestyle at the Global Dressage Festival on March 17, 2012...

Bon-Vivant Equestrian Import Co. proudly announces new sponsorship with Heather Blitz and Paragon
 
 
Bon-Vivant Equestrian Import Company, a USA Distributor of fine horse tack and equipment announced in September 2011 that they will be a sponsor for the well known horse and accomplished dressage team, Heather Blitz and Paragon. 

"Our mission is to bring breathtaking and unique quality horse tack to the market at affordable prices.  The timing of this sponsorship is perfect as it creates a fabulous opportunity for us to demonstrate the beauty and performance of our new dressage tack collections.  Additionally, our ranges will nicely compliment Heather and Paragon's existing professional look as they develop their successful and venerable dressage career,” says Meeghan Baumler, Director of Bon-Vivant Equestrian Import Company.

Paragon is Heather's very own horse.  She raised him herself as a baby and now, the Danish Warmblood baby that she helped stand up when he was born has grown into a prospective superstar. The eight-year-old by Blue Hors Don Schufro out of Pari Lord by Loran, a bright chestnut, is no longer gangly standing at 18 hands tall!  And as Heather is well over six feet (1.8m), the pair are well matched.

 
Paragon, will look elegant and polished in dressage bridles and browbands custom designed for the pair using genuine Swarovski crystals.  Paragon, will be fashioned in custom fitted tack from multiple manufacturer's distributed by Bon-Vivant Equestrian.  They will also wear english saddle pads and sheepskin pads in coordinating colors to accentuate Paragon's beautiful chestnut coat.
 
Meeghan added, "Paragon is so gorgeous, he truly doesn't need flashy equipment to accentuate his show-stopping elegance.  However, we are still excited and proud to outfit him with our best new dressage products as well as exclusive bridles and browbands designed especially for them."    
 
Heather Blitz and Paragon are an exciting pair to watch.  These athletes are truly a sight to behold and many regard them as the next Totilas to represent the USA for many years to come.
 
Heather stated, "Bon-Vivant Equestrian offers so many beautiful and well made products from which to choose.  Paragon needs to look his absolute best and he certainly does in his spiffy wardrobe which is really eye-catching. He is an exceptionally striking horse so these glamorous products will certainly accentuate his features. I'm really looking forward to showing him with his new outfits and want to thank Bon-Vivant Equestrian for their support and for making us look good."