The inside circumference of the ring must be free of rein, curb or headstall attachments which would provide leverage. Cinch rsnc rulebook ranch sorting national championships. This is effective starting with the 2018 aqha lucas oil world championship show. No need for fancy equipment or fancy clothesjust a good horse and a want to have fun. In roping, speed events, team penning and ranch sorting, western. The ranch riding horse should simulate a horse riding outside the confines of an arena and reflect the versatility, attitude and movement of a working horse. A digital, mobilefriendly version of the 2015 official apha rule book is available, with ranch horse pleasure rules beginning on page 266 ranch horse pleasure is an individually performed pattern class, and judges may choose from four official patterns or create their own that includes a combination of required.
English hunter in hand judges led trail lunge line officials pleasure driving ranch riding ranch. The ideal ranch riding horse should have a natural head carriage at each gait. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. About the michigan quarter horse association welcome to. Any questions related to specific rules, refer to the aqha rule book if the rule is not addressed in the nrsha show rules. The minor child andor spouse must, however, obtain their own.
Minor children under the age of 18 andor enrolled in high school andor spouses of fulltime employees under a corporate ranch membership will be eligible to show horses owned by the ranch provided the related employee is included on the corporate membership and the horse has a valid competition license. The american quarter horse association november 6, 2017. Western pleasure isnt scored, so judges must make these evaluations in their heads as the class is going on. November 5th, 2017 the 2018 aqha official handbook of rules and regulations is now available online and in print. The purpose of the east coast ranch riding association shall. By resolution of the board, some of the regulations and rules have been changed and shall become effective on and from 1 august 2019. Sale posts are allowed but must be rr related and limited to one post per member per day. This breed has a kind and willing disposition, well balanced conformation, and agile speed. The purpose of the ranch riding class is to measure the ability of the horse to be a pleasure to ride while being used as a means of conveyance from performing one ranch task to another. Western riding reining ranch riding custom please note in.
However, some shows will have multiple judges so even though you are attending 1 show, you pay multiple entry fees to show under multiple judges, and possibly rack up points as if you went to multiple shows. May 05, 2020 news and publications, youth officer positions. Aqha members share a passion for the american quarter horse and the vast lifestyle created by the worlds most popular horse. The rulebook represents corporation bylaws, rules and regulations of registration, rules and regulations of racing, rules and regulations of shows, amateur and youth division rules and regulations, horseback riding program rules, and the constitution of aqhya. If the class did not allow ears to be clipped on the inside, that would prevent those entering the ranch horse pleasure from cross entering in classes such as showmanship, horsemanship and performance halter. Stock horse of texas shtx is the oldest versatile stock horse association in the country a true original that continues to innovate.
These rules apply to western pleasure, trail, western horsemanship, ranch riding, western riding, reining, lungeline and ranch versatility classes. Ecrra will be closely following the aqha and the stock horse of texas current scoring system in all ranch riding pattern class and all trail classes. Western riding 115 timed events division 121 western attire 121. East coast ranch riding association will award the 1st and 2nd place division winners in each of the 10 divisions in each region as long as the region has a minimum of 25.
The aqha rulebook states that a ranch riding horse should simulate a horse riding outside the confines of the arena and that of a working ranch horse. Aqha announces a new 3yearold western pleasure stakes class sponsored by the makers of zimeta at the 2020 aqha world championship show in november at the okc fairgrounds in oklahoma city. Ec photo of the day quarantine life april 30, 2020. Switching to westernaqha shows from dressage chronicle forums. Switching to westernaqha shows from dressage chronicle. Western western pleasure, western riding, ranch riding, reining, reined working donkey 165 general western rules a. Ranch riding and ranch trail horses for sale facebook. All ecrra approved shows and classes must operate by the east coast ranch riding association rule book and are open to all members and nonmembers with any breed of horse.
Rule changes approved by the aqha ranching committee. Aqha newly approved show rules effective 2019 equine chronicle. The american quarter horse association, located in amarillo, texas, is the worlds largest equine breed registry and membership organization. There can be two 2 or three 3 age divisions or an all age youth division.
American quarter horse is the worlds most versatile breed and is suited for a variety of. Walktrot trail walkjog trail walkjog or walkjoglope western horsemanship walkjog or walkjoglope. We ask that all judges read the guidelines and try and use this system in the prescribed classes. Aqha is continuing to monitor the status of the coronavirus covid19 pandemic and the potential effects on upcoming events and aqha business. Gil galyean riding vs lady in red wining one of the most important pleasure classes in our industry. Ranch riding based on 2017 aqha rules a the purpose of the ranch riding horse should reflect the versatility, attitude, and movement of a working horse. Aqha news and information is a service of the american quarter horse association. Western pleasure 83 ranch horse pleasure 84 general rules 84 ranch horse gaits 85. Cinch ranch sorting national championships 20192020 rules all rules contained herein are subject to change cinch ranch sorting national championships po box 1 wellington, co 80549 phone.
All equipment and attire rules will follow aqha vrh, unless otherwise noted see novice division equipment rules. The purpose of the ranch riding class is to show a working horses. Mar 03, 2016 ranch riding has given those horses a place to compete. Showmanship, trail, western pleasure hunter under saddle, hunt seat equitation, western horsemanship, western riding, reining, hack, dressage, hunter hack, show hunter, aqha sporting and ranch riding. Ranch horse pleasure class rules offered as an all age class. What slope can be on a straightaway for a race track. Thats why aqha has rules regarding equipment and practices at horse shows. Mqha approves 46 aqhamqha shows, including an allnovice show to introduce less seasoned competitors to national competition. The horse should reflect the versatility, attitude and movement of a working ranch horse riding outside the confines of an arena. Each horse will work individually, performing the required gait maneuvers and minimum of three optional maneuvers. An american quarter horse possesses acceptable pedigree, color and,markings, and has been issued a registration cert.
Which clearly means, this is not a pleasure class even though ranch riding used to be called ranch horse pleasure. The aqha official handbook of rules and regulations is updated yearly after undergoing careful scrutiny by aqha. Aqha judge and leading ranch riding trainer, steve meadows, noted that this class is a great ice breaker for the everyday competitor. Apr 18, 2018 aqha approves versatility ranch horse rule change posted on april 18, 2018 by aqha press release american quarter horse association aqha points earned in versatility ranch horse vrh classes will now only count toward ranchhorse division events and will not affect leveling in any other class, the association announced. According to the aqha rule book, via, 3 trimming inside ears is discouraged. Open to any youth rider whos age 10 or under on january 1 of the current nrha year 5. The new rules encourage evaluating a horses entire performance, within the correct hierarchy, and not getting wrapped up with speed or. The rulebook also answers all your questions regarding aqha rules, show patterns, horse markings, equipment guidelines and much more. The purpose of the ranch riding class is to measure the ability of the horse to be a pleasure to ride while. Congratulations to the following rookies who have attained 25 rookie points. Exhibitors in all approved nasma shows are required to wear longsleeved shirt.
Allaround the title of allaround will be named in the open, amateur, limited amateur, novice amateur, youth. Shows offer not only halter, showmanship, western and hunt seat classes, but trail, western riding, ranch riding, over fences and reining. Jul 14, 2015 ranch riding, formerly ranch horse pleasure, is one of the quickest growing events in both the aqha and apha. This publication is the rule book for 4hers, 4h leaders, county extension staff, show managers, judges, and others. Join the fastest growing event in the equine industry. The online version of the rulebook contains the mostupdated version. The rule book can be downloaded foc from the aqha site, make sure you have the correct year as nz runs 6 months behind america.
Aqha rule book performance rules is now only available as a pdf file from. This page is for apha members that compete or wish to compete in ranch riding. All state and federal laws can override our rule book. The new revision is posted at the end of the rule book. America runs january to december, nz runs july to august on the. A digital, mobilefriendly version of the 2015 official apha rule book is available, with ranch horse pleasure rules beginning on page 266. In ranch riding, the horse is judged on its ability to work at a forward, working speed while performing required and optional maneuvers.
The class should allow the horse to show its ability to work at a forward working speed while under the control of. Ranch horse pleasure is an individually performed pattern class, and judges may choose from four official patterns or create their own that includes a combination of required maneuvers. Featuring the working horses of our western heritage, the shows will contain halter, barrel racing and roping events. Class description ladies gents open to any rider non pro or open.
The horses performance should simulate a horse riding outside the confines of anarena and that of a working ranch horse. The purpose of ranch horse pleasure horse should reflect the versatility, attitude, and movement of a working horse. Those with concurrent runs with aqha vrh must follow aqha rules concurrent runs in the open must rope. Dogs being trained to sniff out covid19 april 30, 2020. American quarter horse association aqha points earned in versatility ranch horse vrh classes will now only count toward ranchhorse division events and will not affect leveling in any other class, the association announced. Stock horse of texas is designed for riders of all experiences to learn and compete in an environment that is friendly, affordable and designed to fit all levels of riding. The new rules encourage evaluating a horses entire performance, within the correct hierarchy, and not getting wrapped up with speed or any other single part of the go.
Ranch riding this is the ranch competitions equivalent for the western pleasure class. Our priority is to protect the health and welfare of our members, staff and american quarter horses worldwide. All rules are effective january 1, 2019, except for an amendment. To win the versatility ranch horse competition title, a rider and his horse must compete in all five ranch horse classes, and in that way this type of competition is working at least to a degree to maintain the versatility of the quarter horse. The purpose of the east coast ranch riding association. The postmark deadline for submission of proposed rule book revisions is found in the front of the rule book in the deadlines and tentative meetings schedule. In loving memory of multiple apha world champion, zipped from the heart may 1, 2020. The historic aqha and apha shows return with the exciting finals format, started in 2016. Aqha newly approved show rules effective 2019 equine.
Ranch trail, series of obstacles found on a farm or ranch. Ranch riding alberta ranch horse versatility association. The class doesnt require expensive, blingy tack or show clothes, in fact, the rule book doesnt allow for it. Overall, ranch riding should be ridden in a forward motion, said. With a western pleasure horse, because they are ridden on a loose rein, the bit isnt for control as much as it would be in a hunt seat horse. Jan 29, 2020 the purpose of the ranch riding class is to show a working horses. The finals will include the popular headtohead quarter horse versus paint horse. The aqha executive committee made the change in april, effective immediately, when it approved an amendment to shw554. Ranch riding has given those horses a place to compete.
Horse exhibitors national western stock show and rodeo. This fast paced, exciting class may lack the bling and flash of its other western counterparts, but it makes up for it in powerful extended gaits, quick stops, and turnarounds. Feb 17, 2017 western pleasure isnt scored, so judges must make these evaluations in their heads as the class is going on. In this class, the primary considerations are the horses quality of movement and overall manners and responsiveness while performing the required maneuvers. Items allowed include horses with rr experience or potential, rr tack, rr clothes. Sanctioned sorting may include western heritage sorting, 1man ranch hand sorting, 2man ranch sorting, 2man ranch hand sorting, 3man, 2 gate ranch sorting and open arena sorting. Aqha approves versatility ranch horse rule change quarter. Please note in 2017 printed aqha rule book green 4 is labeled as green 3 reining round 1 all pattern 9 round 2 all pattern 10 ranch riding round 1 custom pattern round 2 custom pattern see pattern book this is a flat rate show show in everything. Crha follows and enforces all nrha rules unless otherwise stated. The official handbook of rules and regulations of the american quarter horse association. Ncea announces 2020 riders of the year may 1, 2020. The aqha rule book performance rules and the nz section of the rule book are both available for 20192020.
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