Associations:
American Quarter Horse Association:
I have been a member of AQHA for many years and have enjoyed the benefits of membership. My favorite one is belonging to the Horseback Riding Program. This program is a fun way to set goals for your riding. As if riding isn’t enough to get your going, it is a way to help you set and reach your bench marks or connect to the many events supported by AQHA.
ABOUT AQHA
“The American Quarter Horse Association, located in Amarillo, Texas, is the world’s largest equine breed registry and membership organization. AQHA members share a passion for the American Quarter Horse and the vast lifestyle created by the world’s most popular horse. Whether you’re a seasoned horse show veteran, a fan of the race track, a backyard horse enthusiast or simply someone dreaming of someday owning a horse, AQHA membership will benefit you in countless ways.”
Please consider signing up for the Horseback Riding Program by visiting www.AQHA.com/riding.
National Reining Horse Association:
I have been a member of NRHA for many years and their Find A Trainer page is how I found all the great trainers that have open their barn to myself and my horse. I can not thank NRHA enough for all they do for the reining horse community.
About the NRHA
“Founded in 1966, the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is an organization dedicated to the promotion of the reining horse. It serves as the standard setting body for the sport of Reining worldwide.”
Please visit www.nrha1.com/findapro page to start riding with a reining horse trainer in your area.
Eastern Pennsylvania Reining Horse Association:
I have been a member EPRHA and the only time I showed was at their show. It was a hot day in July and I was in the last class and the last rider of the day. I was wearing everyone else’s stuff, but my horse was all mine and he was great and that was the best part of the whole thing.
About EPRHA
“The Eastern Pennsylvania Reining Horse Association (“EPRHA”) is one of the oldest, and largest of the National Reining Horse Association Affiliates. It was formed in 1986, and its membership has grown steadily to over 200 members.”
Please visit EPRHA website at http://www.eprha.com/
About SFRHA
The South Florida Reining Horse Association, a non-profit organization affiliated with the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA), is dedicated to fostering the sport of reining in South Florida. They organize clinics, competitions, and special events to bring together reining enthusiasts of all skill levels, providing opportunities to learn, compete, and appreciate this exciting equine discipline.
Please visit SFRHA website at https://sfrha.com/
The Chester County Craft Guild
I am a juried member of the CCCG and also their treasure. This organization is made of many creative people that share the art of creating. “CCCG is an educational organization serving the community and encouraging the study and practice of traditional and contemporary crafts. Membership in CCCG is open to any person over the age of 18 whose interests in crafts are in accord with, and who will help carry out the purposes of the CCCG.” Visit their website at http://chestercountycraftguild.org/
The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen
I am also a member of PGC the parent organization of CCCG.”The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen’s mission is to create opportunities for traditional and contemporary artists, makers, craft lovers and collectors through education, patronage, advocacy and community.” Visit their website at http://www.pacrafts.org/
Horse Trainers:
Professional Reining Horse Trainers That I have Learned so Much From:
I want to thank all these great horse people for welcoming me, my horse Irish and my mom to their farms. Without them my dream of learning from many different horse trainers would not be happening.
Recommendations
- Janis & JayDee Anderson, http://andersontrainingstables.com/ Wilsall, MT
- Bobby Avila, http://www.avilaperformancehorses.net/ Rogersville, MO
- Bruce Barber, http://www.buffaloridgearena.com/ Georgetown, KY
- Dallas Cunningham, http://www.dcperformancehorses.com/ Mitchell, SD
- Patricia Cusker, Missoula, MT
- Casey Deary, https://dearyperformance.com/ Weatherford, TX
- Mike Davis, http://v2reininghorses.com/ Davenport, IA
- Jim & Linda Hitt, http://gambeloaks.com/ Elizabeth, CO
- Sean Johnson, http://johnsonreining.com/ Kellyville, OK
- Nathan Kent, http://www.kentperformancehorses.com/ Kuna, ID
- Jeanne Levine https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=love%20to%20ride%20ranch / Ocala, FL
- Brandy Murphy, https://www.facebook.com/Murphy-Performance-Horses-160491987324331/ Marysville, OH
- Melanie & Sebastian Petroll, http://petrollreining.com/ Whitesboro, TX
- Steve & Dori Schwartsenberger, http://ssequine.com/ Longmont, CO
- Ashley Villmow, http://kluzperformancehorses.com/ Gillette, WY
- Mack Weaver, http://www.weaverreining.com/ Morgan, UT
Video Horse Training
I have signed up for Larry’s free email list of horse training tips and have enjoy the information a great deal. Larry is a cutting horse trainer. Even though I ride a reining horse many of the basic principle of how to teach your horse move are the same. If you are like me I need the video or live action to learn to ride better and finding content can be hard so here you go check out Larry Trocha.
- Larry Trocha Horse Training, http://www.horsetrainingvideos.com/ Acampo, CA 95220