March News and Updates

Important Dates and Deadlines in March and April

March 15 - Gochman Grant for USEF Pony Finals applications close

April 1 -  Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund/USHJA Emerging Athletes Program applications close, Zone EAP Grant applications close and J.T. Tallon Memorial Equitation Grant applications open

April 23 - USHJA Pony Hunter Derby Championship - West qualifying period ends

Introducing the RRA Lesson Horse Honor Roll

The hardest working and most impactful horses and ponies in our industry deserve to be honored for everything they do! Approved USHJA Recognized Riding Academies may nominate a well-deserving equine to the Lesson Horse Honor Roll in celebration of a beloved lesson horse who devotes his life to teaching equestrians the art of riding. Nominations close May 31.

Not recognized? Apply to be an RRA.

Hey Hunters! Claim a Regional Championship Title in 2022

With a total of 18 regional championships held across the country for the National Hunter Derby, International Hunter Derby and Green Hunter Incentive competitors, there are plenty of opportunities to claim a tricolor! Find the calendars and details below ⤵️

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NEW Adult Amateur Equitation Opportunities Are Here!

USHJA 3'3" Adult Jumping Seat Medal

What? An Equitation final over a 3'3" jumper-style course and a flat phase.

When and Where? Bicoastal Finals will be held September 21-25, 2022, with the West at Blenheim Equisport's International Jumping Festival and the East at The Kentucky National.

How? Earn 10 or more points in any USHJA 3’3” Adult Jumping Seat Medal classes during the qualifying period of August 2, 2021, through August 1, 2022.

USHJA Gladstone Cup Equitation Classic for Amateurs

What? A three-round class that combines the precision of Equitation and handiness of Hunters over a course set at 3’.

When and Where? The inaugural East and West Finals will be held in 2023!

How? Start qualifying on June 1, 2022, by placing first, second or third in Adult Equitation classes at 2’9” or higher; or in 3’3” Adult Jumping Seat Medal, Taylor Harris Insurance Adult Medal or Ariat National Adult Medal classes.

Looking To Get In the Jumper Ring This Year? Check Out These Programs!

USHJA Jumper Classic Series 

• Competition from 1.10m to 1.40m
• Earn additional prize money, Zone HOTY bonus points, and awards and recognition

In Case You Missed It

Have questions? Please email membership@ushja.org.