March 2019
Important Deadlines for You and Your Clients
A Snapshot: Understanding the USHJA and US Equestrian

Equestrians wishing to compete at a national level in the Hunter and Jumper disciplines obtain memberships to two organizations—the U.S. Equestrian Federation and U.S. Hunter Jumper Association. These organizations have complementary and collaborative roles in the Hunter/Jumper sport that help to ensure fairness, safety and welfare at a national level, while promoting and providing education for the sport.Check out our handy diagram which summarizes their unique and complementary roles.
Year-Round Opportunities
USHJA Recognized Riding Academy Listing

Do you have a standout lesson program? The USHJA Recognized Riding Academy Program acknowledges lesson programs, riding facilities, equestrian schools, and other types of educational equestrian programs that emphasize horsemanship and sportsmanship, promote safety, and offer introductory hunter/jumper lessons. Get yours listed at www.ushja.org/RidingAcademy .
USHJA Directory of Clinics Listing

Are you organizing a clinic this year? Our one-stop Directory of Clinics provides members with a resource for upcoming educational opportunities that is promoted by Zone and nationally. List yours or find one in your area today at www.ushja.org/clinics.
USHJA Foundation Making a Dream Grant

The USHJA Foundation Making a Dream Grant offers unique educational opportunities to USHJA members ages 25 and under who are hindered from achieving their dreams in our sport due to limited financial resources. Each grant recipient selects and participates in activities that interest them most from our carefully crafted Dream Experience Menu .
March
USHJA Foundation Gochman Family Grant for USEF Pony Finals

Give a deserving Junior rider the opportunity to experience USEF Pony Finals. Apply online at www.ushja.org/foundation/how-we-help/gochman-grant-usef-pony-finals.
April
EAP Zone Grants

USHJA zones have set aside funding to help members participate in the Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund/USHJA Emerging Athletes Program. To see grants available in your zone, find your zone at ushja.org/Zones and click on "Grants & Scholarships."
USHJA Children's and Adult Amateur Hunter Championships, presented by SmartPak
Unique team experience for Children's and Adult Amateur hunter riders and an opportunity to earn Zone HOTY championship points. A pplications close and the qualifying period ends on the same day.

A pply to have your points count toward qualifying at ushja.org/ChAAHunter .
Early Summer EAP Regional Training Sessions
The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund/USHJA Emerging Athletes Program is an educational and competitive opportunity for riders ages 25 and under to learn from leading clinicians while advancing their riding and horsemanship skills. Apply online at ushja.org/EAP.

Early Summer Regional Training Sessions are in Ohio, Texas, Florida, Virginia and New Jersey. Sessions in Ohio, Texas, Florida and Virginia offer 3-foot sections open to riders of all ages.
USHJA Platinum Jumper Championships
The USHJA Platinum Jumper Championships offer individual and team competitions for Professional, Junior, and Amateur riders competing at the 1.40/1.45m level. Individual medalists from the Championships can qualify for the 2020 USHJA Platinum Masters Training Session with top national and international industry experts. Apply online at ushja.org/platinumjumper.
May
Late Summer EAP Regional Training Sessions

The Lindsay Maxwell Charitable Fund/USHJA Emerging Athletes Program is an educational and competitive opportunity for riders ages 25 and under to learn from leading clinicians while advancing their riding and horsemanship skills. Apply online at ushja.org/EAP .

Late Summer Regional Training Sessions are in: California, Illinois, Massachusetts, and North Carolina . Sessions in California, Massachusetts and North Carolina offer 3-foot sections open to riders of all ages.
$25,000 USHJA Foundation Hamel Scholarship for Further Education

Each year, the USHJA Foundation will award up to $25,000 to one USHJA member to be used for college, graduate, trade or professional school.

Current USHJA members who have been members for at least three consecutive years are eligible for the scholarship. Access application materials online at ushja.org/foundation/how-we-help/hamel-family-scholarship-further-education .
USHJA Trainer Certification Program

Demonstrate to your clients your commitment to professional development and continuing education by becoming a USHJA Certified Trainer. Learn more about the requirements, find a TCP clinic near you, and apply online at ushja.org/TCP.

Apply by May 15 to have your application reviewed in June. Applications are reviewed three times annually.
USHJA Children's and Adult Amateur Hunter Championships, presented by SmartPak
Unique team experience for Children's and Adult Amateur hunter riders and an opportunity to earn Zone HOTY championship points. A pplications close and the qualifying period ends on the same day.

A pply to have your points count toward qualifying at ushja.org/ChAAHunter .
USHJA Platinum Jumper Championships
The USHJA Platinum Jumper Championships offer individual and team competitions for Professional, Junior, and Amateur riders competing at the 1.40/1.45m level. Individual medalists from the Championships can qualify for the 2020 USHJA Platinum Masters Training Session with top national and international industry experts. Apply online at ushja.org/platinumjumper.
USHJA Zone Jumper Team Championships

A competitive team experience and an opportunity to earn Zone Horse of the Year points in the Children's and Adult Amateur (1.10/1.15m) , 1.20/1.25m Junior and Amateur , and 1.30/1.35m Junior and Amateur Jumper sections . Individual medalists will earn the title of Gold Star Emerging Jumper Rider and will be invited to participate in a 2020 USHJA Gold Star Clinic.

Applications close and the qualifying period ends on the same day. Apply to have your points count toward qualifying at ushja.org/ZoneJumper.
USHJA Hunterdon Cup Equitation Classic-East Coast and West Coast, presented by Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry College

The 2019 USHJA Hunterdon Cup Equitation Classic-East Coast and West Coast, presented by Intermont Equestrian at Emory & Henry College, held during the USEF Junior Hunter National Championships, is open to any Junior rider that has won either a USEF Hunter Seat Medal, ASPCA Maclay, USEF Show Jumping Talent Search or Overall WIHS Equitation class at a competition with a start date between June 1, 2018, and May 31, 2019. Learn more at ushja.org/Hunterdon.
June
USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Program

Enroll in the USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Program by June 1 to receive the discounted rate of $550. Enrollment increases to $750 on June 2. The USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Program is open to 3', 3'3", 3'6" and 3'9" Green Hunters.

Enrolled horses are eligible to compete in USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Stake Classes, a USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Regional Championship and the 2019 Platinum Performance/USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Championships. For more information and to enroll, visit ushja.org/GreenIncentive.
USHJA International Hunter Derby Program

Enroll in the USHJA International Hunter Derby Program by June 1 to receive the discounted rate of $550. Enrollment increases to $750 on June 2.

Enrollment is not required to compete in an International Hunter Derby class, however enrolled horses are eligible for inclusion on money won tracking lists, to participate in the 2019 Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship, and are eligible for regional and national year-end awards. For more information and to enroll , visit ushja.org/IHD.
Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship

Qualifying ends June 1 for the 2019 Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship.

Horses enrolled in the USHJA International Hunter Derby Program that have earned a minimum of $500 in USHJA International Hunter Derby classes, while enrolled, at competitions starting between June 2, 2018, and June 1, 2019, are eligible to compete. The 2019 Championship will be held August 15-17, 2019, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.

For more information about the USHJA International Hunter Derby Program, visit ushja.org/IHD.
USHJA World Championship Hunter Rider Program

WCHR members may change their Member Category once during the membership year and have until June 1 to notify the USHJA of the change in writing.

For more information about the WCHR program, visit ushja.org/WCHR.
USHJA Pony Hunter Derby Championship - East
In 2019, two USHJA Pony Hunter Derby Championships will be offered—one on either coast. Ponies qualify by competing in at least one USHJA Pony Hunter Derby class during the qualifying period. Read the full specifications, and mark your calendar for one of these exciting Championships! Learn more at ushja.org/ponyhunterderby.

Kentucky Summer Classic 
July 30-August 4, 2019
Lexington, Kentucky
Qualifying Period: August 13, 2018-June 2, 2019
USHJA Platinum Jumper Championships
The USHJA Platinum Jumper Championships offer individual and team competitions for Professional, Junior, and Amateur riders competing at the 1.40/1.45m level . Individual medalists from the Championships can qualify for the 2020 USHJA Platinum Masters Training Session with top national and international industry experts. Apply online at ushja.org/platinumjumper.
USHJA Zone Jumper Team Championships

A competitive team experience and an opportunity to earn Zone Horse of the Year points in the Children's and Adult Amateur (1.10/1.15m) , 1.20/1.25m Junior and Amateur , and 1.30/1.35m Junior and Amateur Jumper sections . Individual medalists will earn the title of Gold Star Emerging Jumper Rider and will be invited to participate in a 2020 USHJA Gold Star Clinic.

The qualifying period ends the day applications close. Apply to have your points count toward qualifying at ushja.org/ZoneJumper.
The 30-Day HQC Stable Challenge

The 30-day HQC Stable Challenge runs from June 15 to July 15 and is a great way to get the whole barn (adults too!) involved in learning about horsemanship and caring for our equine partners.

To participate, at least three junior and/or amateur students per trainer must take the online Horsemanship Quiz Challenge Practice Quiz between June 15 and July 15. The top three scores per trainer will be averaged to provide an overall score, and the highest scoring trainer per zone will win a unique trainer-inspired award package! Learn more at www.ushja.org/HQC .
USHJA Children's and Adult Amateur Hunter Championships, presented by SmartPak

Unique team experience for Children's and Adult Amateur hunter riders and an opportunity to earn Zone HOTY championship points. Applications close and the qualifying period ends.

Apply to have your points count toward qualifying at ushja.org/ChAAHunter .
July
Zone Educational Grants and Scholarships

Do you have college or educational goals you would like to accomplish? Various educational grants and scholarships are available to USHJA members through their USHJA Zone.

To find grants and scholarships available in your area, find your zone at ushja.org/Zones and click on "Grants & Scholarships."
USHJA Children's and Adult Amateur Hunter Championships, presented by SmartPak

Unique team experience for Children's and Adult Amateur hunter riders and an opportunity to earn Zone HOTY championship points. Applications close and the qualifying period ends on the same day.

Apply to have your points count toward qualifying at ushja.org/ChAAHunter .
USHJA Pony Hunter Derby Championship - West Coast
In 2019, two USHJA Pony Hunter Derby Championships will be offered—one on either coast. Ponies qualify by competing in at least one USHJA Pony Hunter Derby class during the qualifying period. Read the full specifications, and mark your calendar for one of these exciting Championships! Learn more at ushja.org/ponyhunterderby.

Blenheim Fall Tournament
September 11-15, 2019
San Juan Capistrano, California
Qualifying Period: August 13, 2018-July 15, 2019
The 30-Day HQC Stable Challenge

The HQC Stable Challenge runs from June 15 to July 15 and is a great way to get the whole barn (adults too!) involved in learning about horsemanship and caring for our equine partners.

To participate, at least three junior and/or amateur students per trainer must take the online Horsemanship Quiz Challenge Practice Quiz between June 15 and July 15. The top three scores per trainer will be averaged to provide an overall score, and the highest scoring trainer per zone will win a unique trainer-inspired award package! Learn more at ushja.org/HQC .
Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship

The deadline to enter the 2019 Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship is July 24, 2019. The Championship will be held August 15-17, 2019, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.

For more information about the USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship including qualifying, entry and the Championship format, visit ushja.org/IHD.
Platinum Performance/USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Championships

The deadline to enter and qualify for the 2019 Platinum Performance/USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Championships is July 24, 2019. Two Championships are offered in 2019—one for Green Hunters competing at 3' and 3'3", and one for Green Hunters competing for 3'6" or 3'9". The Championships will be held August 13-15, 2019, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.

For more information about the USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Program and Championship including qualifying, entry and the Championship format, visit ushja.org/GreenIncentive.
August
EMO Insurance/USHJA 3'3" Jumping Seat Medal Finals
Riders qualify for the EMO Insurance/USHJA 3'3" Jumping Seat Medal Finals by accumulating 10 or more points in any EMO Insurance/USHJA 3'3" Jumping Seat Medal class between August 2 and August 1 of the current competition year. Riders may not cross-enter into the USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals and may only compete in one Finals event. Learn more at ushja.org/jumpseatmedal.
USHJA Foundation JT Tallon Memorial Equitation Grant
Created in honor of the late J.T. Tallon, each year, the USHJA Foundation will grant $1,000 to one junior rider who has qualified for a national equitation championship at a fence height of 3' or higher.

Current Junior members who demonstrate financial need and qualify for an eligible equitation final are eligible to apply for the grant. For more information and to access the application, go to www.ushja.org/foundation/how-we-help/jt-tallon-memorial-equitation-grant
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Sallie B. Wheeler/USEF/USHJA Hunter Breeding National Championships - East
Coordinated by the USHJA in 2019, the Sallie B. Wheeler/USEF/USHJA Hunter Breeding National Championships aim to increase awareness of the Hunter Breeding sport and provide an arena for handlers, owners, and breeders to showcase their talented young horses. Learn more at ushja.org/sallieb.

Virginia Young Horse Festival
The Virginia Horse Center
Lexington, VA
Kym K. Smith/USHJA Young Hunter Pony Championships
The Kym K. Smith/USHJA Young Hunter Pony Championships aims to develop the Hunter Breeding sport and create opportunities for current and new owners, breeders and handlers to showcase talented young Hunter pony prospects. Learn more at https://www.ushja.org/competition/hunter/young-hunter-pony-championships.

Virginia Young Horse Festival
The Virginia Horse Center
Lexington, VA
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Sallie B. Wheeler/USEF/USHJA Hunter Breeding National Championships - West
Coordinated by the USHJA in 2019, the Sallie B. Wheeler/USEF/USHJA Hunter Breeding National Championships aim to increase awareness of the Hunter Breeding sport and provide an arena for handlers, owners, and breeders to showcase their talented young horses. Learn more at ushja.org/sallieb.

Showpark All Season Summer Tournament
Del Mar Horse Park
Del Mar, CA
September
USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge

USHJA members ages 21 and under are encouraged to put their horsemanship to the test through September 1 for a chance to qualify for HQC Nationals, an in-person, educational horsemanship competition that offers $6,000 in educational grants and prizes.

For more information and to take the Challenge, visit ushja.org/HQC .
USHJA Children's and Adult Amateur Hunter Championships, presented by SmartPak

Unique team experience for Children's and Adult Amateur hunter riders and an opportunity to earn Zone HOTY championship points. Applications close and the qualifying period ends on the same day.

Apply to have your points count toward qualifying at ushja.org/ChAAHunter .
AON/USHJA National Championships

After a successful inaugural debut, the  AON /USHJA National Championships are set to return in 2019 at The Las Vegas National, CSI4*-W, in Las Vegas, Nev., Nov. 12-17, pending approval by US Equestrian. 

Members qualify largely based on Zone Horse of the Year points or Zone events. Points earned from competitions with a start date from Dec. 1, 2018, to Sept. 13, 2019, will count toward qualifying. Learn more at ushja.org/nationalchampionships.
USHJA Trainer Certification Program

Demonstrate to your clients your commitment to professional development and continuing education by becoming a USHJA Certified Trainer. Learn more about the requirements, find a TCP clinic near you, and apply online at ushja.org/TCP.

Apply by September 15 to have your application reviewed in October. Applications are reviewed three times annually.
USHJA Zone Jumper Team Championships

A competitive team experience and an opportunity to earn Zone Horse of the Year points in the Children's and Adult Amateur (1.10/1.15m) , 1.20/1.25m Junior and Amateur , and 1.30/1.35m Junior and Amateur Jumper sections . Individual medalists will earn the title of Gold Star Emerging Jumper Rider and will be invited to participate in a 2020 USHJA Gold Star Clinic.

Applications close and the qualifying period ends on the same day. Apply to have your points count toward qualifying at ushja.org/ZoneJumper.
USHJA Platinum Jumper Championships
The USHJA Platinum Jumper Championships offer individual and team competitions for Professional, Junior, and Amateur riders competing at the 1.40/1.45m level. Individual medalists from the Championships can qualify for the 2020 USHJA Platinum Masters Training Session with top national and international industry experts. Apply online at ushja.org/platinumjumper.
USHJA Sponsors & Partners
Official USHJA Sponsors
USHJA Sponsors & Partners
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