Join UHCA

Interested in becoming part of the UHCA community? Read on to learn about all the exciting benefits enjoyed by members.

Benefits of Membership

• Save money! Members receive a $20 discount on entry fees. Eight events X $20 savings per event, equals $160 savings.  More if you compete in more than one division.
  
• Be heard! Members over the age of 17 have the opportunity to vote on any association motion presented to the general membership.
  
  
• Compete for year-end awards! Only members (who compete in at least 5 events) are eligible to compete for buckles, prizes and recognition which are presented to the top 10 riders in every division at the annual general membership meeting and banquet. 
  
  
• Make new friends! Join a community of like-minded individuals that value camaraderie, horsemanship, and sportsmanship and  that genuinely enjoy spending time with their horses.
  
  
• Gain a new perspective! Observe your horse transform into a whole new breed of all-around horse while improving responsiveness and acceptance. 
  
  
• Stay informed! As a member, you’ll receive UHCA news and updates direct to your inbox. You’ll be the first to know about upcoming events, clinics, rule changes and more. 
  
  
• Track your points online! Only members can access the Year-End Point tracking section of the website.
  
  
• Take the lead! Only members are eligible to serve on the Board of Directors and shape the future of the organization.
  
  
• Become a host! Only members are allowed to host a UHCA sanctioned event. 

There are many fantastic reasons to join UHCA, however, you do not have to be a member to compete in a UHCA Event.  

Membership Types

UHCA offers several membership options. Every rider who wishes to complete for year-end awards must have their own membership. Membership includes registration of one horse in one division.  Additional horses or additional divisions may be registered for point tracking and year-end awards by paying an additional fee.

• Adult:  $50.00 per calendar year
  18 & older as of January 1 of the competition year
• Youth:  $30.00 per calendar year
  17 & younger as of January 1 of the competition year

• Family Membership: $100.00
  (2 adults living in the same household and unlimited youth, age 17 and younger, as of January 1^st of competition year in immediate family) 

• Lifetime:  $450 one-time fee, any age
  By contributing a one-time fee of $450, individual receives free annual membership for life and a plaque in addition to the satisfaction of knowing your long-term support will help ensure the UHCA continues to thrive well into the future. Lifetime members will be recognized at the annual membership meeting and awards banquet the initial year of membership. 

Refer to the UHCA Handbook for additional membership benefits and requirements. 

Divisions

UHCA welcomes riders of all levels, providing eight challenge divisions allowing riders to compete against others riding at a similar level. 

Divisions include:

• Buckaroo: Riders ages 5–11
• Youth: Riders ages 12–17
• Classic: Riders age 55 or older
• Novice: Riders who have not previously earned performance points or money
• Colt: Horses/Mules ages 3–4
• Intermediate: Non-professional riders only, Riders over age 18
• Limited Open: Non-professional riders only,Riders over age 18
• Open: Open to all riders over age 12, regardless of experience or status