These rules are effective December 1, 2023, and remain in effect except as superseded by Rule Changes published on the CHJA Website or by subsequent editions of these rules. USEF Rules will govern in all instances except as modified by CHJA and stated in these rules. Any recognized competition which issues its Prize List before December 1 and begins its show on or after December 1 is governed by the rules in effect on December 1 of that year.

1. JUNIOR EXHIBITORS Junior exhibitors are those who have not reached their 18th birthday as of December 1st of the current competition year. 
2. ADULT EXHIBITORS Adult exhibitors are those who are at least 18 years of age as of December 1 of the current competition year. Adult amateurs who wish to show in CHJA Group 2 and Group 3 classes limited to amateur and/or beginner riders or in CHJA Medals must sign the following statement annually:

CHJA Amateur Certification

As an amateur exhibitor, I understand that any adult who is advertised as a trainer or instructor for horse show purposes; or who regularly acts as a trainer, assistant trainer, and/or instructor for horse show purposes; or who otherwise conducts himself/herself as a professional for horse show purposes; whether or not he/she receives remuneration; is ineligible to ride in any CHJA Group 2 or Group 3 classes which are limited to amateur or beginner riders and is ineligible to ride in any CHJA Medals. An individual who is in possession of a USEF Amateur Card rides under the respective National Federation rules at all CHJA approved shows. I further understand that if I am found to be in violation of my CHJA amateur eligibility, I am subject to the sanctions listed in Rule 5.3 of the CHJA Rules.

If an exhibitor wishes to join CHJA or records a horse at a show, he/she must complete the membership form and pay the membership fees at that show. Points will count starting with the first day of the show. Show Secretaries are responsible for collecting CHJA Membership forms and fees and forwarding to the Member Support Manager.

All established horse shows having fulfilled their CHJA obligations and having been found in good standing will have seniority for those same dates for the upcoming year. Shows that have more than five negative evaluations will be investigated by the Show Standards Committee. Findings of the investigation will be submitted to the Board which will determine if the show can retain seniority. In order to preserve seniority, show date applications must be submitted and postmarked by November 1 of each year for the following year’s show. Proper approval fee must be included. Any established show failing to submit its application and fee by November 1 or changing its CHJA Rating will lose seniority for those dates. Assignment of dates which open as a result of loss of seniority will be made according to policy established by the Board.

Any show manager may ask to pick up a canceled show date through the Show Standards Chairman. When a show manager picks up a canceled show date, he must follow all CHJA show approval procedures.

1. A copy of the rough draft of the prize list and schedule must be received by the Show Standards Chairman no later than 45 days prior to the show’s opening date. If a rough draft is received less than 30 days before the show, the membership will be notified that the show has lost its CHJA approval. In order for the show to receive approval, the prize list must contain the following:
   1. Current CHJA Membership Application.
   2. Current Horse Recording Form.
   3. Directions to the show.
   4. Schooling/warm-up policies.
   5. Championships offered.
   6. Starting times.
   7.  Show Fees and Refund Policies.
   8. Names of the judge(s), USEF Steward, Course Designer, Veterinarian, EMT, and Show Secretary. If the prize list is published with “To be announced” or “To Be Determined’ for any of these officials, the prize list must be updated on the CHJA Web Site with actual names within 7 days prior to the show.
   9. Entry Forms which allow space for CHJA memberships for all riders and owners.
   10. Entry form disclaimer which releases CHJA and its Board from any liability.
   11. Statement “Any returned checks must be paid in cash or certified funds within 10 days”.
   12. Closing date for entries if applicable.
   13. Policies regarding non-showing horses.
2. Any show holding CHJA Group 2 or 3 Classes or CHJA medals must notify the membership a minimum of 30 days prior to the show. Such notification may be in the form of the prize list or a postcard containing name, date and classification of show, a web address where the prize list can be viewed and downloaded and a phone number to request a mailed hard copy of the prize list. Notification may also be made via the show schedule on the CHJA website with a link to download the prize list, or via the show schedule in the CHJA newsletter. Both of these schedules must include the name and telephone number of a contact person to request a mailed copy of the prize list. CHJA mailing labels will be mailed upon request to all approved shows by the Membership Chairman.

1. CHJA adopts all USEF rules and regulations with respect to show standards, facilities, equipment and safety, including:
   

   GR1216 Facilities

   • Convenient and ample water facilities must be provided.
   • Adequate and sanitary toilet facilities must be provided.
   • All competition grounds (where there are divisions that require measurement) must have a level surface area for measurement in accordance with GR507.
   • Food must be provided on the grounds.
   • A secretary’s office with adequate personnel and proper communication between secretary, announcer, in-gate, each ring and stables must be provided.
   • Proper schooling and exercise areas must be provided. See Rules GR 834 and 835.
   • Subject to local law and contract requirements, any owner or trainer stabled on the grounds of a competition must be permitted to haul in hay, grain and bedding, meeting management’s specifications as published in the prize list, for his own use, and use any farrier or veterinarian of his choice.
   • Directions to the competition grounds must be posted outside the competition office so that directions can be relayed to the EMS.
   • Before the first day of competition, competition management must post the name, address, and telephone number of the closest veterinary emergency and surgical facility. The competition management must have notified and obtained assurance that such facility can handle competition related emergencies. The name, address, and telephone number of this facility must be posted in the same location as the telephone and/or other emergency call priority system.
   • Lighting at sunrise and sunset that provides full and complete visibility is a requirement for the competition ring and schooling area. Horses may not be required to be exhibited in the competition ring or schooled in the designated warmup areas before the official hour of sunrise or after the official hour of sunset unless lighting is provided that assures full and complete visibility
   • Competition management is required to make an effort to provide the best possible footing in competition and warm-up areas. Provisions must be made (by having on hand proper equipment and scheduling sufficient breaks in the schedule) to maintain the footing in those areas, e.g. by dragging, watering, and raking, if necessary, throughout the competition.

   GR834 General

   • A Licensed Competition must provide a sufficient area for schooling horses. A separate schooling area must be provided for each ring.
   • Adequate lighting must be provided in schooling areas used after dark.
   • In addition to the official schooling area, competitions should designate an exercise area.
   • Competitions offering A rated sections other than hunter and jumper must provide an exercise area at least 80’ by 200’ or its equivalent. If, due to space limitations, a competition does not have an adequate schooling area or a competition offering an A rated section cannot provide the required exercise area, one ring must be open for a minimum of 5 hours within each 24-hour period
2. The Show Manager is responsible to ensure compliance with all CHJA rules.

Adequate food and beverages must be available during the hours posted in the prize list.

A competition may not run more than 14 hours in any 24 hour period of actual performance time. Warm up sessions, judged or un-judged, are included except sessions held at the beginning of the day where no fee is charged.

More than one of the same division may not be offered at the same show, unless cross entries are prohibited or all divisions at the show are offered an equal number of times.

No show ring shall remain open for longer than 30 minutes due to delays other than weather, injury, or ring maintenance. If a ring is held for longer than 30 minutes, at the discretion of management the card may be signed and the show may proceed to the next class.

Management will be fined for holds longer than 40 minutes.

1. Every CHJA recognized horse show must have an USEF Licensed Steward or a CHJA Approved Rules Representative. Qualifications and procedures for approval as a CHJA Rules Representative are determined by the CHJA Officials Committee. The Steward/Rules Representative may not be associated with the management of the show, may not have clients exhibiting in the show and may not compete in the show. Free Standing Outreach shows are not required to have a Steward or Rules Representative.
2. Stewards /Rules Representatives must send copies of CHJA or USEF reports to the Show Standards Chairman within 10 days of the completion of the show. The report should state the start and finish times for the show and include all problems or complaints brought to the attention of the steward during the show, whether actual rule violations occur or not.
3. If a protest is filed, it must be filed on the show grounds. The Show Steward / Rules Representative must forward this and the protest fee to the Show Standards Chairman within 10 days of completion of the show.

The course designer or a designated individual with full authority and responsibility must be present on the show grounds for the duration of the show.

Course Designers must be approved by the CHJA Officials Committee.

Qualified Medical Personnel with no other assigned duties and suitable medical equipment must be present during scheduled schooling sessions over fences and during all scheduled competition. “Qualified Medical Personnel” is defined as an EMT, Paramedic, Certified First Responder, or a Physician or Registered Nurse trained in pre-hospital trauma care, who is currently licensed under state law. Upon completion of the show, Qualified Medical Personnel must furnish show management with a written report of each instance where emergency medical treatment was rendered A fine will be imposed on competitions failing to comply with this rule. A second offense will result in the fine and loss of show seniority.

A CHJA approved show which violates any CHJA rule is subject to the following sanctions:

1. Horse shows will be fined for rule violations according to the Fine Schedule established by the CHJA Board. Shows will be notified of the fine by the Show Standards Chair. Shows not paying fines within 30 days after notification will be considered not in good standing and will lose seniority for the following year. For rule violations not specified in the Fine Schedule, the Board will determine the appropriate fine. In addition, the show may be required to provide and/or pay for appropriate trophies, ribbons, and prize money and/or refund entry fees.
2. In case of violations and failure to pay the associated fines, the show may lose not only seniority, but may also lose the opportunity to apply for any approval for the following year if so determined by the Board.
3. For violations in the subsequent year, any of the above sanctions may be imposed. In addition, show management may be suspended or permanently barred from eligibility to manage CHJA approved shows.
4. Violations must be reported within 10 days.

Members, including directors, officers, and committee chairs, shall be subject to the following sanctions for rule violations:

1. For a first violation, any or all of the following:
   1. A written warning.
   2. Cancellation and forfeiture of all points for any class and/or any show and/ or any year with respect to named horse or horses, or for all the members horses.
   3. Forfeiture of trophies, ribbons, prize money or any other award received by the person or his or her trainer, rider, horse or horses for whatever classes and horse shows are deemed appropriate, with the requirement that all such forfeited awards be returned to the horse show within 15 days.
2. For a second violation, occurring within 1 year of a first violation, any sanction appropriate for a first violation and/or suspension of membership.
3. For a third violation or beyond, occurring within 1 year of the first and second violations, any sanction appropriate for a second violation and/or a member may be expelled from CHJA.
4. Multiple violations at a single show shall be treated as one occurrence. Appropriate sanction (see A, B, and C above) will be imposed. Violations which do not occur in the same year shall be treated as independent violations.
5. Violations must be reported within 10 days.

If an alleged violation is reported to the Show Standards Chairman or Committee, the following procedures will be followed:

1. A Show Standards Committee Representative shall notify the alleged violator's immediately, and advise him or her of the alleged violation.
2. The Show Standards Committee shall review the alleged violation and determine whether, if true, the conduct would constitute a violation of a CHJA rule.
3. If the conduct, as alleged, would constitute a violation, the Show Standards Committee shall make any investigation that it deems appropriate to corroborate the violations or determine that they are without merit.
4. If the Show Standards Committee makes a preliminary determination that the allegations have merit, a representative from the committee shall contact the alleged rule violator, advise him or her of the alleged violation, and ask for a response. The alleged violator shall be given a reasonable time to make a response.
5. Upon receiving a response, the Show Standards Committee shall determine whether the alleged violation was committed and, if so, refer the matter to the Board, specifying the alleged violation and an appropriate sanction as set forth in these rules.
6. The Board of Directors may invite witnesses to present testimony if appropriate.
7. The Board will determine if the allegation has merit and, if so, the determination shall be made in writing and given to the person found to have committed the violation. The decision of the Board is final.

The following procedures apply to allegations of a “special violation”:

1. If a special violation is alleged, the President shall review the allegations and determine whether, if true, the conduct alleged would constitute a special violation.
2. If the conduct, as alleged, would constitute a special violation, the President shall make any investigation which he or she deems appropriate to corroborate the allegations or determine they are without merit.
3. If the President makes a preliminary determination that the allegations have merit, he or she, or a chosen representative, shall contact the alleged rule violator, advise him or her of the alleged special violation, and ask for a response. The alleged violator shall be given a reasonable time to make a response.
4. Upon receiving a response, the President shall take such further action as he or she deems necessary to investigate the allegations.
5. If, after investigation, the President concludes that a special violation has been committed, he or she shall advise the Board of that conclusion and the Board shall conduct a hearing on the matter.
6. The procedures for the hearing shall be determined by the Board prior to the hearing and shall be disclosed to the alleged violator. At a minimum, the person accused of committing the special violation shall be allowed to appear before the Board and present a defense. If the person denies that the alleged conduct took place, he or she shall have an opportunity to question any witness to the alleged violation. The Vice President or next senior officer present shall preside at the hearing.
7. At the conclusion of the hearing, the Board shall vote on whether a special violation was committed. The President shall not vote on this issue unless there is a tie vote of the remaining Directors.
8. If the Board concludes that a special violation was committed, it shall also determine an appropriate sanction. Sanctions available to the Board range from a written warning to permanent expulsion from CHJA. The decision of the Board is final.

CHJA will follow the Yellow Warning Card protocol of USEF and USHJA found in the USEF Rule book GR 1037.

In the event an exhibitor, trainer, or any other person in attendance at a CHJA Approved Horse show is observed performing actions that could be determined to be abuse of a horse or another individual, the following procedure must be followed:

1. Initial observer will report the alleged abuse to the Show Steward or Rules Representative. After alleged abuse is reported to the Steward or Rules Representative, information will be gathered from witnesses.
2. If it is determined that abuse has occurred, the Steward or Rules Representative will discuss the issue with the violator. The investigation and discussion will be documented and included in the Show Steward Report.
3. If actions continue, the Steward or Rules Representative will consult with show management, issue a Yellow Warning Card, and the abuser will be asked to leave the show immediately. The issuance of the Yellow Warning Card and request to leave the show will be documented in the Show Steward Report.
4. If more than two yellow cards are issued to the same individual within a competition year, the individual will:
   • Lose all points accrued for the year.
   • Pay a fine, the amount of which is determined by the CHJA Board of Directors
   • Face a suspension from participation in CHJA Approved shows for a period of time be determined by the CHJA Board of Directors.
5. An automatic Yellow Warning Card will be issued by the Show Steward or Rules Representative for any of the following infractions:
   • Abuse of a horse, including by not limited to: excessive use of stick, punitive jerking of reins, competing a horse with open and obvious wounds.
   • Verbal or physical abuse of another person.
   • Willful and repeated rule violations

1. Any show approved by CHJA and/or USEF with “AA” (Premier), “A” (National) “B” (Regional), “C” (Regional II) or local rating is defined as a Group I Horse Show.
2. A CHJA Group I show may utilize classes from Group 1 Divisions as listed in Rule 7.15 and National and CHJA Medals. (See Rules 11.1 and 11.2). A Group I Show may not offer classes from Group 2 and Group 3 Divisions as listed in Rules 7.16 and 7.17.
3. Group 1 year-end award divisions will receive points based on the overall USEF rating of the show. For example, if the show is “A” rated by USEF, Children’s Hunter & AA Hunter, Children’s & AA Jumpers, Equitation, etc. will receive “A” rated points (See Rule 7.11 for year-end point system)

1. All ponies competing in pony classes must show a valid CHJA or USEF measurement card or be measured by the horse show steward.
2. CHJA pony measurement cards will be issued only to recorded ponies owned by CHJA members. Non-members, or unrecorded ponies will receive only a copy of measurement form.
3. An animal must be measured each competition year until it reaches the age of six. Animals five years and under will be issued a Temporary Measurement card designating the year measured. Animals six years and older will be issued a Standard Measurement card which does not have to be renewed. With the exception of animals under 6 years old, once an animal is issued a measurement card, a new card will not be issued unless the height of the animal is protested and upheld, or unless an appeal is made or unless a new measurement request is made by the owner or trainer and the re -measurement results in the animal moving to a greater height section than that indicated on it’s current measurement card.

CHJA members in good standing are eligible for year end awards. Individuals not in good standing may not participate in, exhibit horses or have their horses exhibited at any CHJA or USEF approved show. They also are not eligible to receive points toward year end awards. Riders must provide government-approved proof of age upon request of the Member Support Manager.

If a transfer of owner(s) takes place during a show year, points will continue counting on the date which the following requirements are met:

1. The new owner is a CHJA member in good standing.
2. The transfer is reported to the Membership Chairman and fees are paid.

Multiple ownerships are permitted. The owner appearing on the entry blank must be a CHJA member.

Points will be accumulated for eligible horses and riders from December 1 to November 30.

Awards will be presented through 6th place.

Points will be tabulated using the following point system based on the USEF rating of the show.

Division Champion to be awarded 2.0 times the total first place point value of the first class over fences in that section. Division Reserve Champion to be awarded 1.2 times first place point value of the first class over fences in that section.

Points will be tabulated using the following point system:

Division Champion to be awarded 2.0 times the total first place point value of the first class over fences in that section. Division Reserve Champion to be awarded 1.2 times the total first place point value of the first class over fences in that section.

HUNTER

Performance Hunter

Green Hunter

Junior Hunter 3'3":

Junior Hunter 3'6":

Children's Hunter

A/O Hunter 3'3"

A/O Hunter 3'6"

A/A Hunter

Green Pony Hunter

Pony Hunter

Children's Pony Hunter

High Performance Conformation Hunter

Conformation Hunter

Green Conformation Hunter 3'6

Hunter Breeding

Pre-Adult Hunter( l8 yrs & over)

Pre-Children’s Hunter (17 yrs.& under)

Stirrup Hunter

Equitation

Amateur Equitation

Junior Equitation

Stirrup Equitation

Pony Equitation

Jumper

1.3m & above Jumper

1.15-1.25 m Jumper

Junior/AO Jumper High & Low

Junior Jumper

A/O Jumper

Children's Jumper:

Adult Amateur Jumper:

Modified Jumper:

Pony Jumper

1. Obstacles must simulate those found in the hunting field such as natural post and rail, brush, stone wall, white Board fence or gate, chicken coop, aiken, hedge, oxer, etc.
2. Chicken coops hinged at the top and free at the bottom, triple bars and hogs backs, striped rails, targets, any spread over 4 feet and square oxers are prohibited. Spread of fences not to exceed fence height.
3. Courses must consist of a minimum of 8 fences.

The following specifications are for Group 1 year end award classes. For complete class definitions see USEF rules.

3’

3’3”

3’6”

3’9”

Sections Offered:

Cross Entry: Rider: Children’s Hunter Horse riders may not cross enter into any hunter class with fences exceeding 3'6" nor any jumper class with fences exceeding 1.20m (3'11") at the same show (exception: USHJA International Hunter Derby).  A rider may cross enter into the USHJA International Hunter Derby with a different horse.  Horses/Ponies: The horse may cross enter into the USHJA International Hunter Derby with a different rider.  Horse and rider combination: The horse-and-rider combination is restricted from showing in both Junior Hunter and Children's Hunter Horse sections at the same show.  The same horse and rider combination competing in the Children’s Hunter Horse may not cross enter into a USHJA International Hunter Derby.

Fence Height:  Horses 3’0” with spreads not to exceed fence height. Combinations will be permitted.

Combining/Dividing Sections: At Premier and National rated competitions, the Children's Hunter Horse section must be offered divided by age as follows: Children’s Hunter Horse 14 & Under, Children’s Hunter Horse 15-17. If there are fewer than four (4) entries in either age group, the two groups must be combined. In the event that, after combining the two age groups, there are still fewer than three (3) entries; management must combine the Children's Hunter Horse section with the Adult Amateur Hunter section.  Regional I and Regional II rated competitions are not required to offer the section divided, but may do so at management's discretion.

Sections offered:

 Adult Amateurs – may be split into three (3) sections

Cross Entry: Riders: Adult Amateur Hunter riders may not cross enter into any hunter class with fences exceeding 3'6" nor any jumper class with fences exceeding 1.20m (3'11") at the same show (exception: USHJA International Hunter Derby). A rider may cross enter into the USHJA International Hunter Derby with a different horse.  Horses: The horse may cross enter into the USHJA International Hunter Derby with a different rider. Horse and Rider Combination: The horse-and-rider combination is restricted from showing in both Amateur Owner and Adult Amateur Hunter sections at the same show. The same horse and rider combination competing in the Adult Amateur Hunter may not cross enter into a USHJA International Hunter Derby.

Fence Height:  3’0” with spreads not to exceed the fence height.  Courses will not be adjusted for ponies.  Combinations will be permitted.

Combining/Dividing Sections: May be split into three sections:  Adult Amateurs 18 – 35 • Adult Amateurs 36 – 49  Adult Amateurs 50 & over At Premier and National rated competitions, the Adult Amateur Hunter section must be offered divided by age as follows: Adult Amateur 18- 35, Adult Amateur 36- 49 Adult Amateur 50 & over.  If there are fewer than four (4) entries in any age group, that group must be combined with another. In the event that after combining all three age groups, there are still fewer than three (3)entries; management must combine the Adult Amateur Hunter section with the Children's Hunter Horse section. Regional I and Regional II rated competitions are not required to offer the section divided, but may do so at management's discretion.

A green pony is a pony of any age not exceeding 14.2 hands that has not been Show over fences the regulation height or higher for its respective section at a Regular Member Competition of the USEF or CEF (Canadian Equestrian Federation) prior to December 1st of the previous year.

Green Pony shall be governed by current USEF rules.

Open to Junior riders 17 years and under. The same horse / rider combination is restricted from showing in both Pre Children’s and Children’s Hunter Divisions at the same show. Riders may not cross enter into any division or class exceeding 3’ at the same show.

Fences 2’6”-2’9”

Open to junior riders 11 years and under. Riders may not cross enter into any division or class exceeding 2’6” or any rated division or class at the same show with the exception of USHJA 2’ and USHJA 2’3” Hunters, age group, maiden, novice, limit equitation or flat classes.

Fences not to exceed 2’3”. No in and outs. No oxers.

Open to junior riders 12-17. Riders may not cross enter into any division or class exceeding 2’6” or any rated division or class at the same show with the exception of USHJA 2’ and USHJA 2’3” Hunter, age group, maiden, novice, limit equitation or flat classes.

Fences not to exceed 2’3”. No in and outs. No oxers.

Open to all Junior riders. May be combined with CHJA Adult Hunter

Open to horses in their first two years of showing at 3’ and who have never shown higher than 3’5” at USEF or CHJA approved shows.

May be combined with CHJA 3' Open Hunters and/or CHJA 3'3"-3'5" Open Hunter

Open to ponies of any age not exceeding 14.2 hands.

Open to junior riders 17 and under.

The following specifications are for Group 3 year end award classes.

Fence Height 2'6" - 2'9" No in and outs.

Open to any horse and rider. The course will NOT be adjusted for ponies.

No in and outs.

Open to horses and ponies. No in and outs. Adults may ride ponies. Spread of fences not to exceed fence height. Courses will not be adjusted for ponies.

Fences not to exceed 2’3”

No in and outs. No Oxers.

The same horse/rider combination may not cross enter into any other CHJA classes or divisions at the same show except Stirrup Equitation, Under Saddle and Flat classes and the Stirrup Medal. Cross Entry into Outreach Classes is permitted.

In all jumper divisions, a Table I class, if offered, must be the first class of the division.

Fences per USEF or 1.30 meters or above. Only non-restricted jumper classes to count. Classics, Stakes and Prix will be awarded points per CHJA rule 7.14.

Open to Junior riders. The same horse and rider combination may not cross enter into Children’s Jumper at the same show. Junior Jumper classes at 1.30 m or below will be given points in the Low Junior Jumper category for the purposes of year end awards. May be combined with High and Low Amateur Owner Jumper.

Sections offered:

Cross Entry: Rider: The Low Children’s Jumper rider may cross enter into any class at the same competition for which they are eligible on different horse. A Low Children’s Jumper rider may not cross enter in classes above 1.15m at the same competition. The High Children’s Jumper rider may cross enter into any class at the same competition for which they are eligible on different horse. If a High Children’s Jumper classic is offered in the Children’s or Adult Amateur Jumpers and the rider has jumped above 1.20m at that show then they are not eligible for any Classic in the Children’s/Adult Amateur Jumper sections. Horse and Rider Combination: The same Low Children’s Jumper horse/rider combination may not cross enter into any class held above 1.15m at the same competition. Horse/rider combination may enter only one classic, if both Low and High classics are offered. The same High Children’s Jumper horse/rider combination may not cross enter into any class held above 1.20m at the same competition. Horse/Rider combination may enter only one classic, if both Low and High classics are offered.

Fence Height:  Low Children’s Jumper 1.00m to 1.05m. High Children’s Jumper 1.10m to 1.15m .

Combining/Dividing Sections: Low Children’s and Low Adult Amateur Jumper sections must combine if there are fewer than 3 in either section and may combine if there are fewer than 6 in either section.  If after combining the Low sections there are fewer than 3 entries then competition management must further combine the Low sections with the High sections, allowing each section to compete at their respective height.  If sections are combined a horse can only compete at one height. High Children’s and High Adult Amateur Jumper sections must combine if there are fewer than 3 in either section and may combine if there are fewer than 6 in either section. If after combining the High sections there are fewer than 3 entries then competition management must further combine the High sections with the Low sections, allowing each section to compete at their respective height. If sections are combined a horse can only compete at one height.

Modified Child Adult Jumper Fences .9 to .95M

Modified Junior Amateur Jumper Fences 1.15 to 1.2M

No entry restrictions.

In all CHJA Group 2 Jumper Classes, horses must enter the ring at the walk unless prearranged with the gate and approved by the judge. All horses must exit the ring at the walk.

All CHJA Jumper Divisions .85 M and higher may be combined with any other CHJA Jumper Division .85 and higher.

The following specifications are for Group 2 year end awards divisions:

Open to all riders. 

Open to all riders.

Open to Junior riders.

Combinations are not required.

Open to horse/rider or pony/rider combination who have not shown .90M (3’) or higher in any show approved by USEF or CHJA. Horse /rider or pony/rider combination loses eligibility for the division immediately upon showing .90M or higher in any USEF or CHJA Horse Show.

Classes must be run under Table IV, Optimum Time Classes, with no time penalties. At least two of the classes must be run under separate sections of Table IV.

1. In order to offer an equitation division championship, a minimum of two over fences classes and one flat class must be completed.

2. A class is considered completed if three or more riders complete the course. A rider has completed an over fence class  when the rider completes the posted course and a score is recorded on the judges card.

   A rider  failing to complete the entire course is not eligible to receive points, awards or prize money, nor will the rider  be counted in the number of entries necessary to fill a class or division. A rider  has completed a flat class when the rider  has executed all of the gaits required and remains in the ring until the class has lined up.

3. Shows with a minimum of two completed equitation over fence classes and one com pleted equitation flat class must an Equitation Championship.
4. Equitation championships at each show are calculated on the following point system: 1st place = 10 points, 2nd place = 6 points, 3rd place = 4 points, 4th place = 2 points, 5th place = 1 point, 6th place = ½ point.
5. In case of a tie for the Champion or Reserve Champion, the award goes to the rider with the most points over fences. If the tied riders have an equal number of points over fences, they will remain tied.

Sections Offered:

Cross Entry:  No cross entry restrictions

Fence Height:  3’ with spreads not to exceed fence height. Combinations will be permitted.

Combining/Dividing Sections: If there are less than three (3) entries in either age group, the two age groups must be combined. If, after combining, there are still less than three (3) entries, the Adult Equitation section may be combined with any other equitation age group. If combined with the 12-14 or 15-17, combinations are optional. If combined with any age group that includes Equitation 11 & Under, then combinations are prohibited. When combined, Adult Equitation entries must jump their proper height of 3'0".

Fences Small - 2'3"

Fences Medium - 2'6"

Fences Large - 3'

USEF rules governing ages of pony riders will apply.

The following are the Group 2 year end awards divisions.

Fences 3' - 14 & under

Fences 3' - 15 - 17

May be combined with CHJA Adult Equitation

Fences 3'3"

This class is open to all Junior and Amateur members of CHJA. The class may be offered at both Group I and Group II horse shows. Competitors must use the same horse in both phases. Stallions are permitted. The class is judged 60% over fences and 40% on the flat. The over fence phase will be held first and will be conducted over a course of at least eight (8) fences at 3'3" in height with a maximum spread of 3'3". Exhibitors will show over a course that must include a double and/or a triple combination with at least one oxer. Two (2) other oxers are required elsewhere on the course. A water type obstacle is strongly recommended. Time allowed will be figured at 360 yards per minute: may be timed either electronically or manually. Time and jumping faults should be taken into consideration in the judges evaluation of the rider. A maximum of 12 riders who complete the over fence phase will be required to work on the flat. Riders must show at the working walk, the working trot sitting and rising, working canter, counter canter and demonstrate lengthening of stride in both directions. Judges may require additional tests and are not confined to USEF tests 1 - 17. To fill a class, three (3) properly attired competitors must complete the course. SADDLERY: 1) There are no restrictions on saddles. 2) Change of bridle is permissible between phases. 3) Blinkers are forbidden. 4) No martingales of any kind are permitted in the flat phase. 5) Only running martingales used in the conventional manner are permitted in the over fences phase. Standing martingales, draw reins, or restricted running martingales are prohibited. 6) Reins must be attached to the bit(s) or directly to the bridle. Gags and hackamores are allowed except in the flat phase. This class accumulates points towards a special year end award and will not be included for purposes of determining other year end equitation awards. At year end, a perpetual trophy will be presented to the winner.

No in and outs.

The rider may not cross enter into any divisions or classes 3’ or .90m or higher at the same show.

May be combined with Low Children’s/Adult Equitation

Fences not to exceed 2’3”

No ins and outs; no oxers; courses will not be adjusted for ponies.

Age groups may be combined. The same rider may not cross enter into any other CHJA classes or divisions at the same show except Stirrup Hunters, Under Saddle and Flat classes, and the Stirrup Medal. Cross Entry into Outreach Classes is permitted. 

1. The following medals may be held at any CHJA Group I or Group II show. Each medal may be awarded only once per show.
   1. CHJA Junior Medal - 3'3"
   2. CHJA Adult Medal - 3'3"
   3. Columbine Junior Medal - 2'9"
   4. Columbine Adult Medal - 2'9"
   5. Col. R. L. Robertson Medal - 3'
   6. Ruth C. Ayres Medal - 3' 
   7. Dorothy Roberts Memorial Medal - 3’.
   8. CHJA Pony Medal Sm & Med  - 2 ‘  Lrg - 2’6”.
   9. CHJA Short Stirrup Medal– 2’3”
   10.  CHJA Medium Stirrup Medal-2’3”
   11.  CHJA Long Stirrup Medal-2’3”
   12. Larkspur Junior Medal 2'6"
   13. Larkspur Adult Medal 2'6"

At least three riders must complete the entire course for qualifying points to count in all medal classes.
Riders competing in the class, but not completing the course are not counted in the three.

Fences 3'3"

This medal is open to all Adult Amateur riders. Exhibitors will show over a course of not less than eight fences at 3'3". The course must include one combination (double or triple) containing an oxer, and two changes of direction after the first fence. Two or more tests (USEF tests 1 - 22) of at least 3 contestants are required. Three properly attired competitors must complete the course in order for qualifying points to count. The first place rider will receive a CHJA Medal. Distances will not be adjusted for ponies. May be combined with CHJA Junior Medal.

Fences 2'9"

This medal is open to all Amateur Adult riders who have not shown 3' or higher in any CHJA or USEF approved show during the current medal qualification period. Exhibitors who subsequently show 3’ or higher during the current medal qualification period are no longer eligible to ride in this medal and may not compete in the Finals for this medal. Exhibitors will show over a course of not less than 8 fences. The course must include an oxer and two changes of direction after the first fence. No in and outs. Two or more tests (USEF tests 1- 8) of at least 3 contestants are required. Three properly attired competitors must complete the course in order for qualifying points to count. The first place rider will receive a CHJA Medal. Distances will not be adjusted for ponies.

May be combined with Columbine Junior Medal.

Fences 3'

This medal is open to Amateur Adult riders . Exhibitors will show over a course of not less than eight fences at 3'. The course must include one combination (double or triple) containing an oxer and two changes of direction after the first fence. Two or more tests (USEF tests 1 - 22) of at least 3 contestants are required. Three properly attired competitors must complete the course in order for qualifying points to count. The first place rider will receive a CHJA Medal.

Distances will not be adjusted for ponies.

May be combined with the Col. Robertson Medal

Open to all Junior riders on a pony. USEF rules governing age of rider apply. Exhibitors to show over a course of not less than eight (8) fences at the following fence heights and recommended distances:

The course must include two changes of direction after the first fence. Two or more tests (USEF 1-8) shall be included in the course. Three properly attired competitors must complete the course in order for qualifying points to count. The first place rider will receive a CHJA Medal.

A Warm Up class may be offered prior to any Medal Final. Only medal finalists may compete. Riders may go one time on each horse or pony that they are showing in the medal finals. If the rider is qualified in more than one medal and is riding the same horse or pony in both, they may ride in only one Warm Up. Schooling over the Warm Up course is not permitted. Upon approval of the Medal Finals Manager a medal finalist may designate another Junior or Amateur to ride their horse in the Warm Up should the medal finalist be unable to compete in the Warm Up for reasons approved by the Medal Finals Manager.

CHJA Medal Finals are restricted to qualified riders who have not participated in a Colorado National Medal Final, a Zone 8 Equitation Final, or a Regional Equitation Final during the current qualification period or during the current Medal Finals. Contestants who earn 12 points in any CHJA Junior Medal, CHJA Adult Medal, Col. R.L. Robertson Medal, Columbine Junior Medal, Columbine Adult Medal, CHJA Pony Medal, Larkspur Junior Medal, Larkspur Adult Medal or Ruth C. Ayres Medal will qualify for the medals finals of that medal. Points are based on the number of entries completing the class, not to include entries who compete but do not complete and will be awarded as follows:

Once 25 or more points have been accumulated, riders may not participate in that medal class for the remainder of the current year.

Dorothy Roberts Memorial Medal - Contestants earning 12 points, OR the top ten earning points should less than ten riders have 12 points, will qualify for the medal finals. Points are awarded according to the chart above. Riders may continue to participate in this medal regardless of the number of points earned.

Stirrup Medal Class at Medal Finals - Riders must have competed in at least three Stirrup Equitation Classes or at least three Stirrup Medal Classes during the qualification period.

Outreach Classes are restricted to Juniors and Amateurs. Professional may ride as a No Judge in Outreach Classes.

Outreach Walk Trot

Outreach Pile of Poles Walk Trot

Outreach Cross Rails

Outreach 18”—no oxers

Outreach 2’—no oxers

Outreach 2’3”—no oxers

Outreach 2’6”—oxers optional

CHJA .70M Jumper -- no oxers. No in and outs.

Width of oxers not to exceed height of jumps.

Jumper classes must be run under Table IV, Optimum Time Classes, with no time penalties. At least two of the classes must be run under separate sections of Table IV.

Qualified Medical Personnel with no other assigned duties and suitable medical equipment must be present during scheduled schooling sessions over fences and during all scheduled competition. “Qualified Medical Personnel” is defined as an EMT, Paramedic, Certified First Responder, or a Physician or Registered Nurse trained in pre-hospital trauma care, who is currently licensed under state law. Upon completion of the show, Qualified Medical Personnel must furnish show management with a written report of each instance where emergency medical treatment was rendered A fine will be imposed on competitions failing to comply with this rule. A second offense will result in the fine and loss of show seniority.

Proper tack as outlined by USEF will be required for all Outreach Divisions.