AHA Awards Programs

National Arabian Horse Association (AHA) has a variety of programs for competitive and non-competitive Arabian enthusiasts. Just click on the underscored heading for a link to get more information at the AHA website.

Incentive Riding Programs

• Open Event Incentive Program
  • Anyone competing at non-AHA sanctioned events
  • Reward horses/riders/owners who compete at all-breed competitions and events
• Frequent Rider Program
  • Reward horses/riders who ride without actively competing
  • Counts trail rides, lessons, leisure rides, ect
• Competitive Distance Program
  • Endurance, Competitive Trail, Ride & Tie
  • Rewards for competing with Arabian in distance events

Competition Recognition Awards

• Ambassador Award
  • Recognizes Arabian horse that has outstandingly represented the Arabian breed to the general public
  • Horse must have unique accomplishment that showcases the breed to be eligible
• Open Competition Award
  • Recognizes Arabian horse that has outstanding competition achievement representing the breed in Open Competition.
  • Horse must have recognition at upper levels of competition and have acted as a breed ambassador in a public way
• Distance Horse of the Year Award
  • Recognizes Arabian horse with significant success in the competitive distance riding disciplines

Competition Achievement Awards

• Horse Achievement Awards
  • Recognition program for horses that actively compete in AHA-recognized events
  • Achievement Awards Symbols behind horses name provide visible sign of honor and prestige
• Amateur Achievement Awards
  • Tracks successes of amateur riders, handlers, and drivers in AHA recognized events