Tryon International Equestrian Center Increases Competition Opportunities, Offers $1.3 Million in Prize Money  for 2015 Spring Series

Mill Spring, NC – March 21, 2015 – Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) is proud to announce the beginning of the Tryon Spring Series. Starting April 2, the Tryon Spring Series will offer more than $1,300,000 in total prize money. The 2015 spring circuit will host the $50,000 WCHR Tryon Hunter Spectacular to Benefit The Tryon Equestrian Foundation, alongside more than $800,000 in prize money to be awarded in recognized FEI classes, and accompanied by two $25,000 Under 25 Grand Prix. TIEC will offer competitors an array of opportunities to compete in several disciplines and experience the best the sport has to offer at the newest premier equestrian center on the East Coast.

“We are looking forward to another incredible year of competition at Tryon International Equestrian Center and have done our best to give competitors as many opportunities as possible to take advantage of the state-of-the-art facilities we have here in Tryon,” said Mark Bellissimo, principal partner in the Tryon Equestrian Partners. “We will continue to do everything we can to make this facility the best seasonal destination for equestrians and are excited to welcome competitors back for the 2015 season.”

Hoping to spend a beautiful summer in Tryon? Make your plans now! Visit the Tryon website atwww.tryon.com and make your reservations because spaces are selling out quickly! All stalls, lodging opportunities, and vendor space will be given on a first come, first serve basis, so make sure you reserve today!

To reserve stabling, CLICK HERE.

Want to reach a new and growing population of equestrians to sell your service or product? The Tryon show circuits are the place to be in 2015. Fill out your vendor reservation form HERE to get your space.

There is currently a limited number of on-site housing still available for visitors wishing to stay on the show grounds at TIEC, so don’t wait, book today! The one-bedroom log cabins are brand-new and fully furnished, a perfect place to stay while campaigning at TIEC.The cabins include a queen-size bed and a pullout couch with an upper level loft that also includes a full bed. There are fully equipped kitchens and a full bathroom in each cabin with linens and towels included.  All of the accommodations are pet-friendly. There are still a select few RV spots available for reservation as well. Please contact lodging@tryon.com or call (352)-572-6802 for more information and book your cabin or RV spots today!

Several changes have been made to the original TIEC 2015 schedule, giving competitors more flexibility in showing opportunities this season. Tryon Spring 5 will now offer AA-rated competition for hunters as well as hosting a World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) week and the $50,000 WCHR Tryon Open Hunter Classic to Benefit The Tryon Equestrian Foundation, while jumper competition been increased to Level 6. There will be a $25,000 Welcome class offered alongside a $75,000 Grand Prix. Tryon Spring 6 will host a $50,000 Grand Prix and Level 5 jumper classes.

In addition to the highlight CSI 3*/4* competition weeks at Tryon Spring 7 and Spring 8, there are three more weeks of pending FEI competition during the Summer Series, which will continue to increase the strength of international competition at TIEC.

“Tryon International Equestrian Center is every equestrian’s dream competition destination. We have worked diligently to provide the absolute best for competitors and athletes coming to experience competition here this year,” continued Bellissimo. “We have major plans on the horizon, and we hope to continue building this facility into the epicenter of equestrian sport during the spring, summer, and fall seasons.”

TIEC will also host a four-week Summer Series from June 24-July 19 and the Fall Series, comprising six weeks, will run September 16 to October 25.

About Tryon International Equestrian Center 
The Tryon International Equestrian Center is destined to become one of the premier centers in the equestrian world. This new facility opened in June 2014 with sanctioned horse shows and initial supporting amenities including 10 riding arenas, 850 permanent stalls, a covered riding facility and fitness center. Future expansion includes a sports complex, two hotels, sporting clay course, and an 18-hole golf course plus a full calendar of equestrian competitions and activities. It is a spring, summer and fall haven for eastern and northeastern American equestrian competitors and enthusiasts. For more information, call 828-863-1000 or visit www.tryon.com. Please “Like” the TIEC Facebook page at www.facebook.com/tryonresort to be eligible for various contests and promotions.