Certified Horsemanship Association

11/02/2024

11/02/2024

Paul Bennett doing bridle adustment

10/31/2024

CHA Annual Meeting at our 2024 International Conference

10/31/2024

Live streaming for the annual meeting will begin in 25 min

10/31/2024

A wonderful group of participants showed up for the Texas A&M Equine Facility Tour this morning!

10/31/2024

Welcome to CHA iCON 2024! We have three FULL days planned, and we can't wait to get started! Here's a peek at what's ahead!

Tag us with and to share your iCON experiences!

10/26/2024

Here is our final round of 2024 CHA International Conference speakers introductions!

Lisa Powers
>Youth Development in Competitive Sports: Working with Teens & Tweens Successfully
>Dressage Test Basics and IEA Dressage DSE: See and Be Seen

Tara Reimer
>Understand the Horse to a Deeper Level

Ann Streett-Joslin
>Sharefile Q&A for Certifiers/Site Visitors
>Mechanics of Backing

Jody Taylor
>Using Gymnastic Exercises to Develop Both Horse and Rider

Sarah Triplett
>Hands-On Introduction to Vaulting
>Basics of a Vaulting Program: Beyond the Compulsories

Cheryl West
>Techniques to Progress your Students to become Independent Thinking Riders

Jo-Anne Young
>Understanding and Fine Tuning the Many Applications of the Half-Halt
>Steps to Training and Polishing the Canter Priouette

We can't wait to see you all at iCON 2024!

10/19/2024

Here is the third round of 2024 CHA International Conference speakers introductions!

Julie Goodnight
>Preparing Your Horse for Ranch Sorting
>Using Simple Trail Obstacles to Enhance Your Program & Advance Your Riders

Serena Heppes
>Preparing your Student for Catch Riding

Kristin Jaworski
>Engagement without the Ring

Amanda Jay
>Priority to Positive® : A Practical Equestrians' Guide to Positive Reinforcement

Celia King
>I Like Working with Horses More Than People: Using Your Horsemanship Skills for Congruent Personal and Professional Relationships

Jessica Mullins
>Talking Horse Program to the Non-Horse Director

Darrell Nephew
>Advanced Mechanics of Saddle Fitting

Stay tuned for our last round of 2024 CHA iCON speakers and topics next week!

10/12/2024

Here is the next round of 2024 CHA International Conference speakers introductions!

Erin Cardea
>The Elusive Outside Aids

Marilyn Coffey
>Biomechanics Posting Trot Ground Exercise(s)

Dr. Bob Coleman
>Your Arena: Construction, Care, & Use
>Engagement without the Ring

Kathy Davidson
>All the Ride Moves
>The P's- Setting Your Riders up for Success over Fences

Dr. Leslie Easterwood
>Ocular Issues in Horses: Inflammatory, Traumatic and Neoplast

Jennifer Eaton
>Engagement without the Ring
>Building Better Relations with Your Staff and Volunteers

Tammi Gainer
>Certifier Update

Stay tuned for more 2024 CHA iCON speakers and topics!

10/05/2024

It's October! That means it is officially time to introduce our 2024 CHA International Conference speakers to you!

Tom and Allison Barker
>Ranch Sorting Experience

Stephanie Bazile
>Creating Horsemanship through Development Program

Paul Bennett
>Tips for Safely Starting a Driving Program at your Facility
>Types of Harness/Safety in Hitching to/Lesson Set Up

Susan Berger
>Teaching the Natural Aids Beyond the Description

Schellie Blochberger
>Extra Income Revenues for Insturctors

Dustin Boehmer
>Riding the Perfect Western Pattern

Bob Byrns
>Parsons Roaming Track System

Stay tuned for more 2024 CHA iCON speakers and topics!

10/01/2024

Join us in congratulating Anne Brzezicki on her Wrangler Women of Influence Award from AQHA! What an honor it is to have Anne as a long time CHA member and current Vice President of New Initiatives!

09/21/2024

Each year, on the 1st day of the International Conference, we kick off our Online Auction through the “32 Auctions” platform. This auction continues to run for several weeks after offering all of our membership ample opportunities to bid on amazing items!

The proceeds from the auction go into our Scholarship program fund to help those who are in need of financial assistance to attend a certification or with college tuition. For more information on Scholarships through CHA, please visit cha.horse/how-to-host-a-cha-certification/ -Scholarships .

If you or someone you know has a product or service you feel would be of interest to the bidders, visit the link below to enter items into the auction. Please feel free to contact the CHA Corporate office should you have questions. Help us to make this year’s auction the best one yet!!

Donation form: cha.horse/wp-content/uploads/Online-Auction-Form-5.2024.pdf

09/13/2024

Join us in College Station, TX this fall where we will be hosted by the staff of the Texas A&M University Equine Sciences Programs. Early Bird Discount is COMING TO A CLOSE ON SEPTEMBER 15TH. Visit https://zurl.co/zzI5 to register online. If you are a CHA member, you must sign in first to also get your member discount. Full conference attendees have the opportunity to ride in workshop sessions.

Our host hotel this year is the beautiful Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center located on the university campus and across the street from the Aggie’s state-of-the-art football stadium. Visit https://zurl.co/qx7Y to take advantage of the CHA discounted rate of $159.00 per night. Rooms are filling up fast!

09/07/2024

Recognition Awards are presented each year at the Annual Awards Banquet. Nominated by the membership, CHA bestows the awards to individuals (and horses!) who have gone above and beyond to further the mission of CHA. To learn what is involved in nominating an Instructor, or Horse of the Year, follow the link below to download the required criteria forms and to watch an informative webinar. The deadline to submit nominations this year is September 15th. Visit cha.horse/international-conference/ -forms for all the nomination forms.

08/31/2024

Did you know there are 4 major ways you can support CHA!?

Become a CHA Sponsor - Check out what it means to support CHA at the Gold Buckle, Blue Ribbon, Red Ribbon, and Outlaw levels!
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Contribute to the CHA Scholarship Programs - Scholarships aid individuals in critical financial need seeking to develop career opportunities or program credibility through CHA certification, or seeking to develop equine related career opportunities in equine studies at an accredited college or university.
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Give a Gift in Memory of a CHA Member - Honor the legacy and impact a member had on the equine community!
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Purchase and Donate Manuals to New CHA Professionals and give them a leg up as they launch their new career!
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Reach out to us at [email protected] for more information or if you have any questions about supporting CHA!

08/24/2024

Experience all that a visit to “Aggieland” has to offer all while attending the CHA International Conference in College Station, Texas! Come early or stay after to experience the rich history of Texas A&M University!
www.visit.cstx.gov
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Stay on campus at our host hotel, the beautiful Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center, for the discounted rate of $159.00 night. Register soon as our room block is filling up quickly.
https://book.passkey.com/e/50707068
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Our 3-day conference will include over twenty-five top industry speakers. One of this year’s many highlights will be Ranch Sorting. Here is your opportunity to experience this exciting fast-paced sport and learn how you can possibly include it in your equestrian program.
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Early bird registration is fast approaching on September 15th. Don’t let this discount opportunity pass you by.
www.cha.horse/international-conference

08/17/2024

Sign up for the Certified Horsemanship Association Monthly E-Blast to stay up to date on all things CHA!⁠

The CHA Monthly E-Blast keeps you in the loop on upcoming certifications and the latest in equine news!⁠

Visit our website to sign up today!⁠

🌐 https://confirmsubscription.com/h/y/1ADF97EC8D5D3508

08/10/2024

CHA has partnered with Moving Images to present a large collection of streaming educational videos for instructors and riders of all levels, the Effective Horsemanship Series.⁠
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These videos are offered as a one-time view per video or you can purchase a monthly subscription to have unlimited access to all. The videos range on topics from riding instruction, herd management to horsemanship specialties.⁠
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Check out the link below to find out more!⁠
🌐 www.movingimagesnw.com/eh-series

08/07/2024

Boost your confidence in managing your horse’s care with a new Equine Health course added to horseIQ.com, APHA’s interactive learning platform. Learn from Equine Health Experts Experts from Texas A&M … Continued

08/03/2024

⭐ CHA iCON Award Nominations are due August 31, 2024! ⭐
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Every year at the International Conference, CHA recognizes, with prizes and publicity, outstanding individuals as
⭐ Instructor of the Year
⭐ Horse of the Year
⭐ Certifier of the Year
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Do you have an instructor who makes your horsemanship lessons the highlight of your week? He or she may work in a large program or teach out of their own barn.
Is there a school horse that every student wants to ride? Encourage parents or staff to put together a nomination package.
When you attended a CHA certification, regardless of type, was there a Certifier who was very supportive and encouraging, making your certification experience over-the-top. Nominate him or her.
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Check out our website for nomination forms and a webinar on how to nominate today!
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🌐 www.cha.horse/international-conference/ -winners

07/27/2024

Looking for a safe, fun, and professional facility to take horseback riding lessons? Maybe you're wanting to find your next equine job? Or take your credentials up a notch by becoming a Certified Horsemanship Association professional?
Find all of these and more on the CHA website!

www.cha.horse/find-cha-professional-near-me

07/13/2024

Did you know CHA has a job board?
Whether you're hunting for the right riding instructor position or looking to hire a Summer camp counselor, the CHA Job Board is the place to go!

www.CHA.horse/job-board

07/04/2024

Wishing a safe and happy 4th of July holiday to all of our friends in the United Sates!

06/29/2024

Did you know CHA has private Facebook groups just 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 and join the group!
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Region 1: Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Yukon Territory
Region 2: Manitoba, North Dakota, Saskatchewan, South Dakota
Region 3: Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Ontario, Wisconsin
Region 4: Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Tennessee, West Virginia
Region 5: Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington D.C.
Region 6: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Rhole Island, Vermont
Region 7: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina
Region 8: Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
Region 9: Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Wyoming
Region 10: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah