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.
Formed in 1998
At the South Australian Barrel Horse Association, were about providing the following for our members:
- 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
THERE IS PLENTY ON
OFFER FOR ALL
LEVELS OF RIDER.
OPEN DIVISIONAL Event - Barrels & Poles
Open divisional events are open to any horse and rider combination. Divisions are as per ABHA rules.
JUNIOR DIVISIONAL BARREL RACE
Open to any competitor from 12 until they are 18 years old. At 18 they must move up to Open division.
TINY TOTS COMPETITION
(non-competitive)
A Tiny Tot 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. The rider must be 7 or under as of the 1st July each calendar year.
ASSISTED RIDER COMPETITION
An assisted rider is any person who requires assistance to compete. The assistant is required to be in the arena at all times. The rider must be over 7 and under 12 years old as or under.
DAVE WATERS MEMORIAL BARREL RACE
This was created in honour of a man who spent a lot of time and effort not only competing within our club but as a committee member for a number of years.
It is to encourage everyone to compete without the pressure of the open riders and horses.
The Dave Waters is an unofficial competition. It is designed for any riders who are non-competitive in the divisional competitions.All entry fees are to be donated to the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Riders that are not SABHA financial members are not eligible to win the end of season Dave Waters Perpetual Trophy.
All riders that enter this event cannot enter any competitive divisional barrel events.
EXHIBITION RUNS
Limited to 1 minute or 1 time around the pattern – which ever is less – timed.
POLE BENDING
Pole bending is a timed event that features a horse and one mounted rider, running a weaving or serpentine path around six poles arranged in a line. Classes: Open, Junior, Junior Assisted and Tiny Tots.
SABHA's Child Safety Commitment
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 all children can enjoy the sport and feel safe, valued and encouraged.
As child safety legislation was implemented in 2017, child safety must now be embedded in every Australian sporting organisation’s culture, and be reflected in their policies and procedures, as well as understood and practiced at all levels of sport. SABHA’s has implemented this legislation into it's own organisation especially as we have children from all over the country come to participate and watch our events.
SABHA takes seriously its responsibility to provide an environment that is caring, encouraging and safe for all children. Our main child safe documents have been approved and officiated by Child Services Environment Commission and policies linked to these documents have been reviewed and approved by them for application.
Our Executive Committee
Wendy Hill
President
Jackie Baker
Vice-President
Candy Michaelis
Secretary
Tracey Smith
Treasurer
Committee Members:
Amanda Smith (Child Safety Officer)
Emily Jolly
Krystal Launer
Olivia Donaldson
Heidi Adams
Sasha Allen
Mel Thomas
Tracey Lauritsen