Discover Join AHA Login About AHA Arabian Horses Involvement Equine Care and Welfare Community Discovery Farms Making Dreams Possible... Every Day The Arabian Horse Association (AHA) was formed in 2003, as the result of a merger of the Arabian Horse Registry of America (founded in 1908) and the International Arabian Horse Association (founded in 1950). The purpose of formulating AHA was to create an organization of like-minded Arabian horse enthusiasts, and provide a focal point for their favorite recreational or competitive activities. AHA is the official Arabian horse breed association and registry in the U.S. and Canada, with 16,600 members and more than 1 million registered Arabian, Half-Arabian and Anglo-Arabian horses. The AHA Registry was created in 1908 and was formerly known as the Arabian Horse Registry of America. As a full-service non-profit breed association, AHA seeks to meet the breeding, competitive and recreational interests of all Arabian horse owners. We offer over 344 events and competitions and have the largest online marketplace, bringing enthusiasts together to share the joys of Arabian horse ownership. We administer approximately $1 million in annual prize money, produce national events, maintain official event records and provide activities and programs that promote breeding and ownership. At AHA’s Annual Convention, delegates from 18 geographical regions meet annually to elect officers and other governing bodies, and vote on rules that affect the Arabian horse industry. Our Executive Committee and Board of Directors represent the interests of Arabian horse owners throughout the U.S. and Canada. Vision Statement Arabian Horse Association exists for the growth in the number of people having a passion to own and enjoy the Arabian, Half-Arabian and Anglo-Arabian horse. Mission Statement To promote: growth in the interest in, and demand for the Arabian, Half-Arabian and Anglo-Arabian horse; preservation of the integrity of the breed; increased participation in activities involving the Arabian, Half-Arabian and Anglo-Arabian horse; recognition by the equine industry and general public about the value and attributes of the Arabian, Half-Arabian and Anglo-Arabian horse; and ensure that services and benefits are valuable and convenient for AHA members. The Arabian Horse Association does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origins (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members and volunteers. AHA supports the efforts of the US Equestrian and the US Center for SafeSport to provide a program, information, and a reporting and investigation process to protect our Junior Exhibitors and Amateurs from abuse, including sexual, emotional, and physical misconduct, as well as bullying, harassment, and hazing. AHA is responsible for appointing 60% of the USEF Arabian Rules Committee. The appointees will be decided on by the AHA President, with consult of the current Chair of the USEF Arabian Rules Committee, the Executive Director of the Arabian Horse Association will choose the members of USEF Arabian Rules Committee, the proposed membership will require approval of the Executive Committee of the Arabian Horse Association prior to submission to USEF. A portion of the AHA appointees for the USEF Arabian Rules Committee are required to be athletes. An athlete is defined as a competitor who has competed within the last 10 years at any AHA National Championship (exception: Canadian Nationals) and has placed in the top 10. The Arabian Horse Association offers... Membership Multiple levels of membership are available depending on your desired involvement. Benefits include access to AHA clubs, competitions, award programs, annual convention, special online services and more. Registration Make Arabian horse ownership count. Since 1908 the AHA Registry has registered more than 1 million Arabian, Half-Arabian and Anglo-Arabian horses ensuring the integrity and perpetuation of the breed. Registration increases the value of your horse, makes it more marketable and opens the door to many local, regional and national activities available to registered horses. Events See what’s happening within AHA. Find an event to watch or compete in across the nation, in your region or even in your neighborhood. There are 23 different disciplines to discover. Competitions If setting and surpassing benchmarks motivates you, AHA offers more than 344 competitions for Arabian, Half-Arabian and Anglo-Arabian horses from grassroots schooling shows to national championships and distance rides. Judges & Stewards Current and future AHA Judges and Stewards can gain valuable access to resources, information and events that are going on in the Judges and Stewards department. Interested in becoming an AHA Judge or Steward? Look no further and learn the education and accrediation process. Get Involved Join your local AHA affiliate club, learn about Annual Convention, connect with us on social media or find an activity like Learn-To-Ride or visit a Discovery Farm. Marketplace Manage your subscriptions, participate in events, buy member-related goods or even sell your own. Here you can browse through all AHA and Arabian horse-related items available for purchase. Youth Activities Through the Arabian Horse Youth Association (AHYA), young people can meet new two- and four-legged friends, show their horses, enter contests, win awards and have a voice in governing AHA's Youth Association. DataSource This is the world’s largest database for Arabian horses. Search more than 1.4 million U.S. and foreign Arabian horse registries and more than half of a million U.S. and foreign owners and breeders. Find pedigrees, progenies, show results, race records and even pictures of your favorite horses. New horses and owners are added every week! AHA History In 2003, the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) incorporated as a 501(c)(5) organization through a merger of the Arabian Horse Registry of America (founded in 1908) and the International Arabian Horse Association (founded in 1950). Both the Arabian Horse Registry of America and the International Arabian Horse Association have long histories flavored by the strong individuals who had a passion for Arabian horses and the wherewithal to launch the breed's presence in North America. QUICK LINKS Marketplace Advertise your Stallion at Stud or Horse for Sale Today News Read the latest about what AHA is up to! Forms MAIN NAVIGATION Membership Discover Competition Youth Marketplace Registration DataSource ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Events Judges & Stewards Get Involved News Podcast & Blog Careers Forms Sponsors FAQs Contact Us Service Marks SOCIAL MEDIA home page Copyright © 2021 Arabian Horse Association™. All Rights Reserved.