The purpose of the ranch riding class is to show a working horses. Cute horse shown in that vid, but i still would like to see just a tad longer reinespecially with a big bit in the horses mouth. A ranch ridings whole purpose is presenting a competent horseandrider pair that can do whatever job the pattern calls for. He is also a congress champion and an nsba yearend amateur and open ranch riding champion, along with being a top 10 earner at the aqha world show. 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. Racing, about aqha ranching, equipment rules, american quarter horse association aqha, ranching, showing, racing, rules. The american quarter horse association, located in amarillo, texas, is the worlds largest equine breed registry and membership organization. The class should allow the horse to show its ability to work at a forward working speed while under the control of. Some of the saddle clubs like midwest are starting to have classes as well.
Greg crispin ranch riding clinic at saugeen bluffs horse. Ranch trail, series of obstacles found on a farm or ranch. Heather is a graduate of texas tech university with a bachelors degree in english. The aqha 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, and the constitution of aqhya. American quarter horse is the worlds most versatile breed and is suited for a variety of purposes from working cattle on ranches to international reining. Light n lucky and aqha professional horsewoman laurel walkerdenton corral a gold trophy in senior ranch riding at the 2017 lucas oil aqha world championship show. Rulebook national versatility ranch horse association.
A dedication to putting the american quarter horse first has led the aqha executive committee to make changes in aqha rules regarding equipment use at all. Ranch riding and ranch trail horses for sale facebook. The rules contained in the nvrha official handbook of rules and regulations have been considered and approved by the board of directors of the nvrha. The ranch riding horse should simulate a horse riding outside the confines of an arena and reflect the versatility, attitude and movement of a. The versatility ranch horse competition promotes the athletic ability and versatility of the horse and is demonstrated in six classes ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch cutting, ranch reining, ranch cow work and ranch conformation. 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. Have a snappy ranch riding spin valerie smith, arkansas.
Her palomino gelding, classic chrome, won the 2015 aqha honor roll in ranch riding. The aqha official handbook of rules and regulations is updated yearly after undergoing careful scrutiny by aqha. Aqha versatility ranch horse encompasses six classes. In this class, the primary considerations are the horses quality of movement and overall manners and responsiveness while performing the required maneuvers. The official handbook of rules and regulations of the american quarter horse association. Heather has trainedcoached world and reserve world champions and many finalists in ranch riding and ranch trail. In addition to being a top trainer, oliver is a successful competitor in versatility ranch horse vrh, and also an aqha specialty judge in vrh. Aqha judge karen watters explains the winning run of whizzle for my spook and debra cooper at the 2016 lucas oil aqha world championship show.
National show q20 national show 2nd 14th april 2020 aelec 2340. For example, aqha rules discourage silver adornments and bling on tack and attire. The american quarter horse association is involved in several different disciplines so theres something here for everyone. Big, solid built ranch gelding big, solid built ranch gelding big, solid built ranch gelding personality of a pet and the aptitude of an elite athlete. Meet some of the exhibitors and the new world champion. Personality of a pet and the aptitude of an elite athlete. Limited working ranch horse reining and cow work boxdriveboxdrive. I dont think you have to dress grunge to represent the ranch or western lifestyle, she says. Aqhas rulebook answers all your questions regarding aqha rules, showing patterns, horse markings, equipment guidelines and more. If you can master the extremely popular aqha ranch riding class, the versatility ranch riding should be no problem, says oliver, whose ranch. Visit the american quarter horse hall of fame and museum. Specific tack and attire rules govern classes in most associations.
In ranch riding, the horse is judged on its ability to work at a forward, working speed while performing required and optional maneuvers. Join the fastest growing event in the equine industry. Maximize your scores in ranch riding stable talk farnam. Arha is a national association that promotes and values the truly versatile working ranch type horse. See more ideas about ranch riding, show horses and horse training tips. If you are interested in seeing what ranch riding looks like here are a few links to beautifully executed aqha ranch riding runs. The drawn description of this pattern is only intended for the.
Gohorseshow what are judges looking for in ranch riding. The association provides a friendly, family oriented environment where the ranch horses can compete and exhibit their unique skills and abilities. Western states versatility ranch horse association. Because the online version of the aqha rulebook can be updated throughout the year, it should be considered the mostcurrent version of the aqha official handbook of rules and regulations. Quarter horses for leisure horseback riding program enjoy the ride.
Ranch riding in ontario greg crispin on ranch riding in ontario. The aqha ranch horse classes have been around for a little while and it really is a nice way for a working ranch horse to show off what it can do. For complete rules and regulations, refer to the aqha. Aqha news and information is a service of the american quarter horse association. Side pass right start 2630 space between logs note. No need for fancy equipment or fancy clothesjust a good horse and a want to have fun. There are divisions for open, amateur, cowboy and youth. 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. National versatility ranch horse association 5925 omaha blvd, colorado. Ranch horse in hand, to be shown in a halter ranch pleasure, can be judged individually, or as a group on the rail ranch riding, 1 of 5 patterns as per aqha rule book. The firstever world championship class was held in during the 2012 bank of america amateur and fedex open aqha world championship show. The rulebook also answers all your questions regarding aqha rules, show patterns, horse markings, equipment guidelines and much more. It started in ontario in the same year as when the aqha made it a standard vrh class in 2014. American quarter horse association official aqha network aqha international.
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