About AHJA

The Arkansas Hunter Jumper Association is a group of members who enjoy showing hunter and jumper horses, attending clinics, and learning about the general welfare of the horse.

AHJA's roots trace back to the English Riding Club from the 1970's, however the modern version of our organization was born in April 2011, when members from the Greater Arkansas Hunter Jumper Association and the Central Arkansas Hunter Jumper Association agreed to merge their two clubs into the now-named Arkansas Hunter Jumper Association. This merge combined the interests of the area's hunter/jumper enthusiasts, riders, owners, trainers, and other members into one endeavor. AHJA has evolved from a group of English riders into a large, active hunter/jumper group which holds five to six local shows a year, provides excellent clinic experiences, and affords opportunities for interaction and volunteerism in the horse community. Many of our members who show locally also three-day event or show hunters and jumpers at rated venues throughout the South. Our current membership also includes two “R” rated USEF licensed judges who hold cards in hunter, jumper, equitation, and hunter breeding, and who actively judge throughout the country.

Fueled by enthusiastic parents, riders and trainers, AHJA horse shows promote a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Our show courses are measured and held to USEF standards. Classes start from ground poles through 3' for hunters, and jumper classes are included as well. Points accumulated from participation in these show classes result in year-end awards which are presented during our annual banquet and silent auction. This event is usually held in January at the beginning of the new show year.

If you have interests similar to those described above, whether you have a horse or are just looking to get involved in the horse community in central Arkansas, we invite you to join us!

ARKANSAS HUNTER JUMPER ASSOCIATION

2026

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