It's a new year and the USHJA is excited to be offering new competitive and educational programs and events for members! Find all the details in this month's eNews.
New Year, New Opportunities
As you plan your schedule for the new year, check out these new opportunities for 2021.
Competition
USHJA Hunter Team Challenge - A unique team experience for riders competing in the 2’-2’6” Children’s Pony Hunters, 2’6” Low Child/Adult Hunters and 3’ Children’s/Adult Amateur Hunter divisions.
USHJA Young Jumper Championships - The national championship for young jumpers between 4 and 8 years old. Enrollment for the 2021 Championships is now open - enroll for $150 until June 30, 2021!
Coming soon!USHJA Instructor Credential - A program for industry professionals to complete online education and in-person workshop and examination to work toward being awarded the status of USHJA Credentialed Instructor.
Save the Dates—Winter Webinars
Kick off the new year by enriching your brain with these upcoming educational webinars free to USHJA members. Save the dates and learn more at ushja.org/webinars.
The Gochman Grant offers three young pony riders the opportunity to attend and compete at USEF Pony Finals, presented by Collecting Gaits Farm. This year's recipients will join the 2020 winners in attending the 2021 Finals. Learn more and apply at ushja.org/foundation/gochman.
The Hamel Family Scholarship is designed to encourage further education among equestrians, awarding up to $25,000 to be used for college, graduate, trade or professional school to one USHJA member each year. Learn more and apply at ushja.org/foundation/hamel.
Now is the Time to Become a USHJA Recognized Riding Academy
Applications for the 2021 USHJA Recognized Riding Academy program are open. In addition to showing that you offer a safe riding program with knowledgeable instructors, RRA status adds your farm to the directory and gives you access to marketing tools and networking opportunities.
