Certified Horsemanship Association

03/18/2025

Have you been curious about the Effective Horsemanship Series? Here's a sneak peek at Progressing Riders by Creating Pressure with Serena Heppes!
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YouTube Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDMiEyHdhUo
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With over 40 videos to choose from, CHA's Effective Horsemanship Series covers a wide range of topics for professionals and students of all levels to sharpen their skills!
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These videos are offered as a one-time view per video OR you can purchase a monthly subscription with unlimited access to all of the Effective Horsemanship Series content. Thank you Moving Images NW for your partnership in these educational videos!
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https://www.movingimagesnw.com/eh-series

Progressing a student’s riding foundation, abilities, and confidence to problem solve by creating a little pressure to force each student to reach a little h...

03/16/2025

The deadline for the first set of NATIONAL FINALS ENTRIES is quickly approaching......Congratulations to our qualifiers!

COACHES - Please get your ONLINE entries in AccessIEA completed by the following due dates. Step-by-step instructions are included in each prize list on the National Finals webpage:
https://www.rideiea.org/2025nationalfinals/

Since this is a NEW process for most of you, please don't wait until the last minute. Entries have been steadily coming in and we want to see yours!

NOTE: Your entries are due on the date listed. However, payment notices will be sent out all together at the same time once the show is finalized (on or around April 2nd). Be on the lookout for an email about paying at that time. Thank you.

Questions? Contact Kathryn at [email protected].

03/16/2025

Almost Sold Out: An Exclusive Riding Retreat for Women

April 24 – 28, 2025
Join Julie Goodnight & Barbra Schulte for a once-in-a-lifetime retreat. Just a few spots left!

There are riding retreats… and then there's this.
· Train with elite horsewomen Julie Goodnight & Barbra Schulte
· Stay at C Lazy U Ranch, an award-winning luxury dude ranch
· Small group instruction for personalized learning
· All-inclusive experience — accommodations, gourmet meals, and world-class hospitality

If there's a horse-loving woman in your life, give her the gift of an unforgettable experience with two of the most sought-after equestrian clinicians in the USA.

Request A Reservation Online:
https://www.clazyu.com/special-event/julie-goodnight-barbra-schulte-riding-wholeness-retreat/

Prefer to Book by Phone?
We’d love to personally assist you with your reservation! Give us a call, and we’ll take care of everything for you.
Call 1-970-887-3344
Phone hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time.

03/07/2025

Did you know that there are private Facebook groups specifically for CHA members? These groups are for members of Certified Horsemanship Association to encourage one another, share helpful tips and resources, and promote upcoming clinics and learning opportunities. Find your Region's group at Facebook.com/CertifiedHorsemanship/Groups and answer the membership questions to join today!

03/01/2025

We hope you will join us at the 48th Annual AYHC Symposium, April 11-13, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona. Will we see you there?

03/01/2025

The weather is still not great outside for many of us, so If you are looking for an online course to take, why not consider HALTER (Horse adult leader training and educational resource program)? With 4 different levels, and multiple units in each level, there is plenty to learn!

Learn more here: https://catalog.extension.org/?category=6&keyword=Horse+Adult+Leader+Training+and+Educational+Resource+Program&cond=advand&search=Search

02/27/2025

Thank you to EC Pro for supporting CHA through a 🌟 Blue Ribbon Sponsorship 🌟 in 2025!!

EC Pro is your digital workhorse! They offer a state-of-the-art business management system tailored for equestrian centers and riding schools. Their all-in-one platform handles everything from bookings to horse care to barn and staff management, freeing up your time to be more hands-on with your horses, staff, and customers.

Visit their website to learn more about their powerful features at ECPro.us !

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02/27/2025

All set up and ready for the World Horse Expo in Harrisburg, PA.
Be sure to stop by booth #414 to say Hello to Susan Berger & Tammi Gainer!!! Susan will also be presenting this weekend!!

02/22/2025

All set up and ready at the Miller Colosseum in Murfreesboro, Tennessee for the Southern Equine Expo! Make sure to stop by and say hello to Terri!

02/22/2025

All set up and ready at the Miller Colosseum in Murfreesboro, Tennessee for the Southern Equine expo! Stop on by and say “Hello” to Terri! 

02/19/2025

Spring is right around the corner, and now is the time to sign up for a CHA Certification near you! Mark your calendar and make plans to sharpen your skills in 2025! Visit our website at www.CHA.horse to see full details and register for the Certification that's right for you!

02/09/2025

With over 40 videos to choose from, CHA's Effective Horsemanship Series covers a wide range of topics for professionals and students of all levels to sharpen their skills!
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These videos are offered as a one-time view per video OR you can purchase a monthly subscription with unlimited access to all of the Effective Horsemanship Series content. Thank you Moving Images NW for your partnership in these educational videos!
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Viewing this post on a desktop? Scan the QR code in the photo to learn more!
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https://www.movingimagesnw.com/eh-series

02/06/2025

Thank you to Circle Y Saddles for supporting CHA through a 🌟 Gold Buckle Sponsorship 🌟 in 2025!!

Circle Y is America's leading saddle brand, celebrating 65 years of saddle making in 2025! Circle Y saddles are made in Yoakum, Texas, by a team of expert craftsmen who combine decades of knowledge and new technology to meet the needs of riders.

CHA Spokesperson, Julie Goodnight, trusts Circle Y saddles for comfort and performance on every ride! View the wide variety of quality leather saddles and tack, including the Julie Goodnight Collection, at CircleY.com !

Circle Y Saddles
Julie Goodnight Horsemanship

02/03/2025

With our 2024 International Conference behind us, we are looking forward to our iCON 2025 in Fulton, Missouri, hosted by William Woods University! Don't miss out on three packed days of sharpening your skills and networking with fellow equine professionals!

2025 CHA International Conference
October 9th - 11th, 2025
Hosted by William Woods University
Fulton, MO

Keep an eye on our website as more details are announced throughout the year!
www.CHA.horse

And Check out a few highlights from CHA's 2024 International Conference here:
https://youtu.be/5zxtfcmxWA8?si=rF6aP6ojr3bN0FJR

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01/25/2025

A friendly reminder to renew your CHA membership today! All CHA memberships are on a calendar year, so 2024 memberships expired on December 31, 2024. (Your CHA Certification is good for three years from the date you received your certification as long as your membership is current each year.)

01/23/2025

CHA Certified Professionals ~ Here is an opportunity to receive continuing education hours all while enjoying warmer weather!

01/17/2025

There are so many perks to being a member of Certified Horsemanship Association, but here are just a few that we think stand out as reasons to join us today!
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1️⃣ Professional Certifications and Accreditations to keep you, your Clients, and your Horses Safe
2️⃣ Liability Insurance Discounts
3️⃣ Access to Online Resources and the CHA Store
4️⃣ Networking Opportunities through CHA Events, Monthly Member Chats, and Webinars
5️⃣ Resources for All of Your Equine Needs
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Lope over to our website to Join CHA today! We'd love to welcome you to the group!
PLUS Keep up with all things CHA on Facebook, Pinterest, and Youtube!
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🌐 www.cha.horse/new-member-join/

01/09/2025

It's a new year, so we reintroducing ourselves!
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We are the Certified Horsemanship Association, a 501(c)3 non-profit membership association, founded in 1967.
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We certify equine professionals, accredit equine facilities and provide resources to programs and equine professionals in the form of published industry standards for equestrian programs, student horsemanship manuals and equine professional manuals.
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We also offer student awards, certificates, posters, and other educational resources.
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Our mission is to promote excellence in horsemanship safety and education for the entire horse industry.
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➡️ Learn more about us and keep up to date with all the new and exciting things we have planned for 2025 at www.CHA.horse!