The South Australian Barrel Horse Association formed February 1998 to provide the following:
- FUN
- Somewhere for people to start and learn about the sport of barrel racing without the Rodeo and expense.
- Starting young horses without the hype of Rodeos
- To give horses more runs consistently, instead of 3-4 week (rodeo season) between rodeos.
- Encourage our young riders and improve on the older ones
SABHA is just that HORSE, not women or quarter horses, but any horse ridden by anybody, any age, sex or size
Just come out have a go, we are here to encourage participation of a thrilling sport
Barrel racing can be seen at Rodeo’s, Pony Club, western shows, gymkhanas and more, we are just another place to participate if you do not feel confident at starting at a large event elsewhere
We are here to support these other events – not compete with them. Members compete for a points system with the winner/runners-up at the end of the season in each section winning either a breastplate, buckle, trophies or other awards
Barrel Race Sections
OPEN RIDER - open to all competitors (including juniors)
2nd DIVISION RIDER – Open to any competitor not having won more than $1000 in ANY barrel race where an entry fee is paid and prize money is won.
JUNIOR RIDER – Open to any competitor 16 years old and under.
NOVICE HORSE – Open to any horse not having won more than $300 in ANY barrel race where an entry fee is paid and prize money is won.
LED RIDER – A Led Rider is any person who is not able to control their mount without aid. A lead rope must be attached to the horse/pony and the rider assisted by the handler in led events.
