HORSE SHOW ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA
The Horse Show Association of Australia Inc., or HSAA, was established in August 1977 at a Brisbane meeting of six concerned Breed Societies who saw the need to have uniformity in the general rules governing Horse Show and Performance activities. Since the first rule Book in January 1979 there have been many changes. The HSAA is presently represented by several Affiliated Clubs, Western Performance Clubs and smaller Breed Associations, and of course, the many accredited judges.
STRUCTURE OF THE HSAA?
The HSAA is run by a Management Committee which consists of the Office Bearers and four other members of the Association. Each Judge, and a nominated member of an Affiliate are eligible to be nominate to the Management Committee and all have voting rights. When making decisions the Management Committee takes its members views, as well as outside breed associations, into consideration to try to keep the majority of rules in line with other Equine Organizations. In doing this we strive for a greater understanding in the show ring.
WHEN ARE THE MEETINGS AND WHO CAN ATTEND?
The HSAA Management Committee meets four times each year. There is also an Annual General Meeting where all members of the HSAA are welcome to attend and at which the Management Committee is elected.
HSAA RULEBOOK
The rulebook is generally reprinted every three years. Everyone who competes should have a current HSAA rulebook. Any changes to the rules, judges listings and affiliated club details are notified to its members via annual updates and a quarterly NEWSLETTER. All affiliated clubs and Judges receive a copy of the minutes of the meetings for their information.
WHY BUY AN HSAA RULEBOOK
It's the competitor's responsibility to know the rules. The Western Industry is growing every year, with the major influx being in the beginner and green rider area, so it's essential to continue to inform and instruct these people so that they can progress.
The HSAA urges Affiliated Clubs to have some current rulebooks on hand to sell to competitors. The majority of clubs show programs are vastly made up of HSAA recognised events. By owning an up to date rulebook you will know the class routine and how you and your horse are expected to travel and perform, as well as gear and dress requirements. You will know what is allowed, what is prohibited and what you need to do.
NOTE: HSAA show patterns, scoring systems ans penalties are detailed in the rulebook.
PURCHASE YOUR HSAARULEBOOK NOW and BE IN THE KNOW!!
Rulebooks can be purchased direct from the HSAA Office or by obtaining an order form by clicking HERE.
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RULES CHANGES AND AMMENDMENTS
Rule changes and amendments, can either be submitted by an Affiliate or Judge or "come from the floor" at a meeting. Either way, the proposed changes go back to the members to allow for their input. If you are not happy with any ruling or have an improvement or suggestion you can write to a letter direct to the HSAA.
HOW TO AFFILIATE YOUR CLUB WITH THE HSAA
In order to gain recognition as a HSAA affiliated club and to enjoy the benefits of a shared insurance cover, and regular updates, you simply need to contact the HSAA office. The annual Affiliation fee is currently $140.00 Click HERE to download an Affiliate Application Form
JUDGE'S SEMINARS
Judges Seminars are held every second year in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria as well as affiliates being encouraged to hold Western Workshops through out the year. The HSAA is also happy to organize a seminars in North Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania at the request of an Affiliate.
BECOMING AN HSAA JUDGE
To become a judge you must attend a Judges Seminar, complete the written examination, live judging and an interview. The pass mark on the written examination is 85% and your live judging must be of a satisfactory standard. When completing the live judging section applicants not only mark their places in each event but also write their reasons for doing so. This helps the Panelist to assess the applicant's ability in the ring. Judges Seminars are not only for applicant judges, but also for judges wishing to upgrade and those simply refreshing. All Judges must attend a seminar at least every second year and successfully pass a refresher examination. If you are interested in becoming a judge contact the HSAA office or click HERE for an application form and likely date of the next seminar in your State.
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HSAA JUDGE'S SEMINARS
Judge's Seminars are very informative and are open to any one. You do not have to be a judge to attend and we encourage competitors to go along to learn what the judges are looking for and to brush up on the rules. Apart from that already written above, the Judges Seminars include a lot of explanation of the rulings, video footage of various events and are a general melting pot for ideas and interpretations of rules and events. A lot of rule changes and clarifications evolve from these seminars, there is not better way to get judges opinions.
BECOMING AN HSAA AMATEUR OWNER
Most Breed Associations have the facility to enable their members to become a recognized Amateur Owner. If yours does not, or you have an unregistered horse, or you just don't wish to gain points through your Breeds Association, then you can apply to become an Amateur Owner with the HSAA for the small annual fee. Visit our website for an Amateur Owner Application Form.
www.horseshowassociationofaustralia.org.au
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