Joining a horse club in your area is the place to start. By becoming a member of an IAHA recognized club, you then do not have to pay fees at Class A horse shows, this goes with your club membership. Membership in both organizations saves you money in the long run and has many advantages such as monthly publications and rule books. A. IAHA, with 30,000 members, is the focal point for Arabian horse activity in North America, providing a network of horse owners and breeders throughout 18 geographical regions in the U.S. and Canada. Most members belong to IAHA through the 270 affiliated clubs.
Conventions assure members a voice in directing the industry.
There is an Amateur Committee which addresses Amateur concerns and issues. Call or write IAHA for more information. Yes you can. Increasingly there are more opportunities for amateurs to show against one another. You can choose which category best suits your riding and comfort level.