Classical dressage has returned to Murcia in the form of a competition, which took place on Saturday, April 25 in the municipality of Mazarron. The competition took place at the Virgen del Milagro Equestrian Club, bringing together riders of different levels and focused on promoting the sport of dressage and boosting new talents within this discipline. 

Classical dressage takes centre stage in Mazarron

The programme included different events revolving around classical dressage and introductory dressage. In addition, the organisation planned a full day with prizes and trophies for the participants, as well as a canteen service for attendees and companions.

This competition is part of the sports promotion activities in the Region and has the collaboration of different entities and organizations, consolidating Mazarron as a point of reference for equestrian sport.

It was the second major dressage competition taking place in the Region of Murcia this month; the first was an international dressage competition, featuring 120 pairs of competitors from 16 different countries, and was carried out at the Aros – Rios Equestrian Club in Murcia City from April 10 to April 12.

Event follows the first international dressage competition in Murcia

The event, the first international dressage competition taking place in Murcia, converted the Region into an essential meeting point for riders and horses of a high competitive level. The competition has already built a prestigious reputation, scoring in the international ranking and forming part of the official calendar of the International Equestrian Federation.

In addition to this event, the Aros – Rios Equestrian Club in Murcia City is scheduled to host the Spanish Dressage Championship for Young Horses, which will take place from October 1 to October 4, 2026.

With these successful events, Murcia has been consolidated as a prime hotspot for this type of equestrian sport in Spain, and the quick growth of the sport following the very first international competition just weeks ago shows that residents and visitors are as excited about the possibilities as the athletes are.

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The Region of Murcia has presented the first Regional Strategy to combat loneliness in its older residents, with the implementation of a 24-hour help line that provides support and intervention. The help line, 065, is managed by the Telephone of Hope, a non-profit organisation that has been operating in the region for nearly 50 years.

Emotional support for the Region’s elderly residents

The aim of the help line is to offer listening, emotional support, and accompaniment for older residents of the region. Additionally, the help line has been put into place to detect possible risk situations involving the residents.

The plan detailed in the Regional Strategy includes the creation of local committees in all municipalities of the region, involving social services, health centres, senior centres, and shops and pharmacies, in order to effectively activate alert signals for possible cases of isolation.

The strategy has been outlined following a period of careful and thorough research. Data extracted from the investigation has shown that one in five people over the age of 65 admit to feeling lonely, a situation that can worsen with age, health problems, or the loss of a friend or loved one.

To be developed between 2026 and 2030, this strategy is estimated to benefit more than 50,000 elderly people in the Region of Murcia, and improve the coordination and organisation of existing resources.

What is Telephone of Hope?

Teléfono de la esperanza, or Telephone of Hope, is a non-profit organisation that has been operating in the Region of Murcia for an astounding 47 years. According to the organisation’s official website, the group aims to “provide mental health care to all those who need it or who are experiencing any kind of psychological conflict or problem, through telephone or in-person sessions.” Its facilities offer both individual and group support on a variety of topics and concerns. The organisation also offers various courses, workshops, and support groups led by professionals trained in different specialties, “equipping people with resources they can use in their daily lives.”