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Coming soon 

AzRHA Damn Hot Derby Daze

June 8, 2013
Fool'em and School'em
in the Equidome

         WestWorld of Scottsdale

contact Dave Belson - 602-377-2593
for more info
 


The AzRHA Spring Stampede (NRHA RAF Qualifier #2) was another successful show for our club and we want to thank all of the exhibitors who came, showed and enjoyed the beautiful spring weather in Scottsdale. It more than made up for the chilly conditions in January.

Also, a special thanks to our wonderful Show Staff and Volunteers - Connie Hay (sitting in for Shawn Martin); Caycee Cooper, our trusted show manager; Garrett Cooper, for his awesome announcing; Linda Kruger, for always doing such a fine job scribing; Cal Cooper and Brittany Skaggs for keeping the gate moving; Blue Moon Studios for their tireless work videotaping all of the rides; Suzanne Sylvester for her expert photography; and of course, our NRHA Judge, Ms. La Rae Fletcher Powell.

Our Next Show will be the Silver Spurs Mother's Day Slide on May 9th - 12th at WestWorld of Scottsdale. We want to give a BIG THANKS again to Michael and Michelle Miola for their generous sponsorship and support of the Arizona Reining Horse Association. This is our biggest and best show of the year with over $10,000 in added money!! We're doing everything we can to make this show extra special and will have some great prizes including.... Lawson and Morrison Bronzes, Pewters, Plaques, jewelry from Sami Fine Jewelry and Unique Gifts, Pard's Gift Certificates, Morey Equine Product Gift Certificates, and more. We'll also be offering a special class in honor of our friend Joan Levine, who passed away after a brave battle (her sixth) with cancer.  All of the proceeds from this class will be donated to the Reining Horse Sports Foundation (RHSF) in Joan's name. We hope you'll take this opportunity to help other reiners in need, and participate in this special class. This year, AzRHA will be hosting a dinner on Saturday while we watch our Open Riders show their stuff in the Equidome that evening. We are very excited about this special show and we look forward to seeing you there!!

Don't forget, we also have some fun NEW incentive programs --- the AzRHA Silver Spurs Reiner Of The Year; the AzRHA Open Rider of the Year; the AzRHA Horse of the Year; and the AzRHA Arabian Horse Of The Year! You can find more information about these programs and the nomination or enrollment forms by clicking on our Incentive Programs link on our website. It’s never too late to sign up for these programs and we promise to have some really nice prizes for these as well… In fact, the Reiner of the Year Award will be a “custom” Bob’s Saddle -- The winner will actually get to customize this saddle!!

Enjoy your rides.

Sincerely,
Dave Belson
AzRHA President


Arizona Reining Horse Association

From days long ago when cowboys would casually compete with each other to determine whose horse was a better, more willing partner, the sport of Reining has exploded into a multi-million dollar industry world-wide. Reining is the only western discipline to be recognized by the IFE and it was a featured event in the 2010 World Equestrian Games in Kentucky. If you have not seen a Reining Horse run his pattern, you are missing out! Around the world, the premier Reining events are drawing larger and larger crowds. This is partly due to the excitement that Reining provides for the participant and spectator alike.

Reining is a judged event requiring competitors to complete one of 12 approved patterns in an arena. These precise patterns include small slow circles, large fast circles, flying lead changes, roll backs, 360 degree spins done in place, and “the hallmark” of the reining horse, the exciting sliding stops. Often called the "Dressage" of Western events, Reining is the ultimate blend of horse and rider, combining speed and maneuverability through this series of intricate patterns. Reining requires the horse to be responsive and completely in tune with its rider. Cues and commands should not be easily visible. The reining pattern is judged based on how willfully guided the horse responds and its ability to perform the required movements. 

The Arizona Reining Horse Association (AzRHA) was founded in 1984 as an Affiliate of the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA).  The AzRHA is a not-for-profit organization committed to promoting and growing the sport of Reining in the state of Arizona and beyond.  The AzRHA adheres to the rules and regulations of the NRHA and provides a forum for exhibitors, breeders, and anyone interested in the sport of Reining.

THE AzRHA ANNUAL MEETING will be held during the November Autumn Slide Show.
Plan on attending this quick meeting for an update about our Non-Profit Organization.
All AzRHA Members are encouraged to attend.

Photo credit: Cam Essik.

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