The Blackstone Valley Dressage and Combined Training Association (BVDCTA) was established in January 2008 by a group of people in Central Massachusetts who felt there was a lack of coordinated events within the community for dressage and combined training riders.  The BVDCTA's mission statement is to educate and inspire riders of all disciplines and all levels about dressage and combined training by providing the Blackstone Valley and Central Massachusetts community with shows and clinics.  Events are not held at one specific place, but are to be held throughout different areas of the Blackstone Valley, so as to attract members throughout different regions of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.   The BVDCTA hopes to provide something of interest for all members of the equine community.