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AQHA Introductory Shows

AQHA features a special format of shows - introductory shows - to allow exhibitors to get their feet wet in AQHA competition.

At an AQHA introductory show, AQHA classes are offered at any open or 4-H horse show; sometimes these classes are held within other classes at the show. For instance, AQHA members exhibiting in the open show's western pleasure class can also receive points based off their placings against other AQHA members in that class.

Take a look at upcoming AQHA introductory shows across the country:
  • July 28 - Clemson, South Carolina - Norlene Leake-Engstrom, (864) 369-2679
  • August 4 - Mt. Pleasant, Michigan - Andrea L. Cluley Laney, (989) 621-1101
  • August 10-11 - Sulphur Springs, Texas - Vicky Carlson, (903) 513-8890
  • August 11 - Georgetown, Ohio - Theresa M. Siemer, (513) 256-5676
  • August 11-12 - Philippi, West Virginia - Laura L. Chenoweth, (304) 514-8880
  • August 11-12 - Terrace, British Columbia - Laurie Muller, danmuller@xplornet.com
  • August 11-12 - Montgomery, New York - Celeste O'Neill, (518) 466-2445
  • August 12 - Swanzey, New Hampshire - Chrissy Ives, (603) 228-1244
To learn more about introductory shows and to view more upcoming shows, visit www.aqha.com/showing.