AQHA Programs Overview
Youth Programs
Learn more about the programs available to AQHYA members.
AQHYA offers a variety of unique programs designed specifically for youth members to increase their leadership and horsemanship abilities.
Young Horse Development
Learn more about the AQHA Ranching Heritage Program's Young Horse Development Program for AQHYA members.
This program showcases stock bred and raised by AQHA Ranching Heritage members and engages youth in the horse industry at a fundamental level in a fun and educational way.
Youth Racing Experience
AQHYA members experience the world of American Quarter Horse racing at the Bank of America Challenge Championships.
Youth Racing Experiences allow AQHYA members to participate in the fast-paced world of American Quarter Horse racing from behind the starting gate to the finish line.
Horseback Riding Program
The AQHA Horseback Riding Program rewards participants with new prizes.
This program allows AQHA to reward youth members who simply enjoy riding, whether they own a horse, lease a horse or take lessons.
Support AQHA Youth and Young Adult Programs
Prepare the way for tomorrow's industry leaders.
When you support AQHA youth and young adult programs, you are building a future for the Horse and our industry. Your donation impacts leadership and educational programs like AQHLearn, AQHAchieve and AQHLead.
December 08, 2022 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
The top American Quarter Horses in high school and junior high rodeo will win year-end awards and checks through state and national competition.
December 02, 2022 | News and Publications
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Awards and recognition
The Emerging Leader Award will celebrate the accomplishments of the Association’s exceptional young adult members ages 21-35.
November 30, 2022 | News and Publications
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AQHA Programs
Save the date for two highly anticipated youth events in 2023 – the Youth Excellence Seminar held June 29-July 1 and the Youth World Cup held June 29- July 8, both in Bryan-College Station, Texas.
November 09, 2022 | News and Publications
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World shows
Winners of the AQHA World Championship Collegiate Horse Judging Contest were named on November 5 at OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City.
November 08, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The 2023 AQHA Ranching Heritage Young Horse Development Program allows AQHYA members to learn the fundamentals of horsemanship and compete for scholarships.