Horsemastership

Learn, Ride, Have Fun…

Even Win Scholarships!

The Horsemastership program tests the participants’ knowledge of proper horsemanship, horse anatomy, basic horse health, grooming and safety.

It is an educational program that offers the beginning horseman the opportunity to build a solid foundation of equine knowledge and skills, while challenging the more experienced horseman to build upon their knowledge to achieve excellence and distinction. Best of all, this is done in a supportive team environment as you will study and train with other riders in your Region. Any CSHA member in good standing may participate.

The competition involves three tests: written, riding and grooming. Each State Region with an active Horsemastership program will offer all three tests to determine their Region’s Champion and Reserve Champion who can go on to compete at the State Championship.

The REGION 4 Horsemastership program is currently seeking a meeting location and will post as soon as one is secured.

Requirements:

Must be a CSHA Member in good standing (pay yearly dues)
Pay Region 4 Program Fee of $35.00
Must purchase The Horseman's Handbook from the state office for a fee of $35. (Order form link below)

We are looking for riders of all levels and ages! Peewee Lead line Riders (5-8), Junior Riders (Under 18 January 1, 2026) and Adult Riders.

We ride patterns for our chosen Discipline, do a written knowledge test, and a grooming/handling test.

Champion junior riders who score 600 points or more at the State competition can win state-sponsored scholarships, a buckle and prizes. Adult Champions win a buckle and prizes.

Choice of 5 disciplines

1) Western Riding

2) English 1 (Jumping)

3) English 2

4) Gymkhana

5) Obstacle Challenge

6) Combination (1 pattern from the other disciplines)

IMPORTANT REGION 4 DATES!

July 29, 2026 - Region 4 Written Test

Location TBD

August 8, 2026 - Region 4 Grooming and Riding Test

Location TBD

State Horsemastership Finals

October 2026

Location TBD