About SA Barrel Horse Association

SABHA is here to support anyone wanting to compete in the sport of Barrel Racing & Pole Bending!



SA Barrel Horse Association supports and encourages all persons whether they are a competitive participant or a beginner - just come out have a go. Barrel racing can be seen at Rodeo’s, Pony Club, western shows, gymkhanas and more, we are a club that supports those wanting to learn the sport. Barrel Racing & Pole Bending are horse and rider combination that competes in a timed event. End of year points are determined how that combination places at each event in relevant classes.  Below is a list of our Divisions (classes).

In 2013 we become affiliated with the Australian Barrel Horse Association (ABHA).

Please take a moment to read our barrel race sections below – any queries direct them to the committee.

SABHA's Child Safety Commitment Statement

Below is an excerpt of the SA Barrel Horse Association Incorporated's Child Safety Commitment Statement. For a full copy of the document please select the link below.

SABHA is strongly committed to providing Barrel Racing events that are safe, supportive and friendly for children.

We are committed to working with all involved in Barrel Racing so that children can enjoy the sport and feel safe, valued and encouraged.

Child safety must be embedded in every Australian sporting organisation’s culture, reflected in their policies and procedures, and understood and practiced at all levels of the sport. This includes within SABHA’s own organisation where children come to participate and watch Barrel Racing. 

SABHA takes seriously its responsibility to provide an environment that is caring, encouraging and safe for children.

We are committed to keeping children safe

• Through our Child Safe Policy, we document our clear commitment to keeping children safe from harm.
• We communicate our commitment to all stakeholders and provide them access to this commitment statement.

We promote equity and respect diversity

• We give all children access to information, support and complaints processes.
• We consider the needs of all children, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children with a disability, LGBTQI children and children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We encourage the involvement of children and their families

• We involve and communicate with children and their families in developing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. We promote child and youth safety via our website and social media platforms and ensure documentation is accessible to members via our website.
• We provide information to children and their families about:

- our commitment to keeping children safe and communicating their rights.

- the behaviour we expect of our volunteers and themselves.

- our policy about responding to the risk of harm or harm of a child or young person.

• We seek their feedback and have a process for responding.
• We respect diversity and seek to facilitate effective communication and involvement.

We will meet the requirements of the relevant South Australian Child Protection Legislation.