Go take your place in the pasture, with all the other greats. These rules have been adopted to address the needs of. The rules assume that nbha directors, show management and headquarters staff have the necessary competence, sound judgment and absolute objectivity. Australian professional rodeo association apra rule book. To have an association that will bring other organizations together in. You can start your pattern from the left or the right, but you must turn your horse around the.
If you would like a hard copy please contact head office 02 6766 5863. The lakeland rodeo association is a nonprofit organization that has been facilitating cowboys and rodeo committees for 35 years. Abha rule book page 3 forward the australian barrel horse association incorporated was formed in 1996 to organise barrel racing competitions and clinics, open to male and female contestants of any age. The organization shall be known as gulf coast barrel racing association, herein to be referred to as gcbra. Memberships run from january 1st to december 31st of each year. The womens professional rodeo association is the oldest standing womens professional association and home to world championship barrel racing. In the divisional barrel race the fastest time, regardless of penalties, will be used to set divisions. The objectpurpose of brds shall be to promote barrel racing as a sport, striving at all times to ensure honesty and fairness to all contestants and competitors. The complete barrel futurities of america rule book is online in pdf format. The stateprovince associations, or if the acts occur during an nhsra event, the national executive com mittee, may by at least twothirds 23 vote of the stateprovince association board or the national executive committee, take such disciplinary action as they deem appropriate. Its time for barrel racers to stop looking for barrel racing success, in all the wrong places. We are a large organization that continues to grow offering new, exciting events for the contestant and spectator. If a horse favors his right lead, it may be beneficial for the rider to start the pattern on the left barrel and complete the pattern on the last two barrels in his preferred right lead. The abha serves as an information centre for its members and the general public on matters pertaining to abha approved events.
Hello and welcome to the queensland barrel racing association, we are an incorporated association that has been formed to provide a safe and relaxed atmosphere for riders of all ages and abilities to come and participate in barrel racing in a 4d format. We believe in safe ground and a family like atmosphere which fosters a place where every one from the beginner to the pro can come and run. Apr 12, 2010 there are many rules and regulations for barrel racing, including not being able to cross over the time line until your pattern is finished. Divisional barrel races are not to be restricted in any manner and must be open to any rider and any horse. Queensland barrel racing association rulesconstitutionmembers. Do you need to be a member of 907 no, this is an open race but you must be in good standing with 907 and rodeo alaska. Penalties are to be added after the divisions are set. We are a non profit so more of your barrel racing money goes into either.
As per the pcbra bylaws the board was able to vote and approve the following rules so that we can coapprove abra jackpots youth time split will be the same as the open. Boundaries anyone may join scbra, however barrel races will only be. How far do you space barrels out for barrel racing. An nbha barrel race is a timed event using three identical barrels set in a cloverleaf pattern. Pacific barrel horse association has been a cornerstone of the northwest barrel racing world since 1999.
By using the 3d format, and awarding riders in 3 different divisions, not only. Australian professional rodeo association, information on the apra, professional rodeos and events in australia. Read or download the pdf of the oregon barrel racing association rule book membership forms. Barrel racing academic rodeo sr rules academic rodeo jr rules. Southern colorado barrel racing association 2017 rule book. Atra barrel racing rules as adopted from the abha barrel racing rules 1 july 2015 barrel race rules 1. Midland barrel racing, 21 bridge street south, fonda, ny, 12068, united states. The committee will supply at least three 3 fiftyfive gallon metal barrels with both ends closed for the barrel racing event.
Read or download the pdf of the oregon barrel racing association rule book. We serve committees in northcentral alberta and saskatchewan. This is what is in the rule book that i have and on wikipedia the national barrel horse association nbha uses the following layout for governing patterns. Provide schoolingtraining for the young green horseolder horse.
Purpose the purpose of the international barrel racing association is. The north state barrel racing association, hereinafter referred to as nsbra, has approved the following rules to insure a continued and orderly transaction of business and to facilitate the purposes for which the nsbra was established. Shall be responsible for race payoff at barrel daze and in charge of entries and payoffs at specified vgbra barrel races when requested. The committeeis responsible for providing each member with a current rule book.
The national barrel horse association, headquartered in augusta, georgia, is the largest barrel racing organization in the world. Any person may join the united barrel racing association by completing a membership application. Barrel racing tips printable resource round up august 29, 2017 3 comments in be a better competitor, develop a barrel racing champion by heather smith the purpose of this post is simple to serve as collection of all the printable, downloadable pdf guides and worksheets ive ever created as companions to the many posts here at. If the timer fails during a run a rerun will be given and no penalties will be carried forward from the first run. The most basic rule of barrel racing is to follow the pattern. Barrel racing is a rodeo event in which a horse and rider attempt to complete a cloverleaf. To guarantee a just amount of prize money is disbursed in relation to the.
The rulebook represents corporation bylaws, rules and regulations of registration, rules and regulations of racing, rules and regulations of shows, amateur and. The rider then steers her horse toward barrel two, circles is, and charges toward barrel three. While cowboys are holding down bucking and spinning bulls, cowgirls on horses are charging through the gate in a race against the clock. The treasurer shall keep all records of financial transactions and have custody of vgbra funds, accounting to the association at all meetings.
We will have more information in regards to this soon. Scbra established in 1991 purpose a nonprofit organization to promote barrel racing in specific boundaries for the enjoyment and benefit of the members. The sa barrel horse association inc was formed in 1998, running its first event in 1999 to organise barrel racing clinics and competitions open. A minimum of 15 feet between each of the first two barrels and the side fence. Since the beginning, 2003, we have been producing exceptional events and working in a very positive fashion with todays barrel racing community. Long sleeves with sleeves rolled down,hats and boots no tshirts allowed in the arena unless it is a tshirt rodeo. The nbha world championships, nbha national championships.
The abra sanctions open, youth, and peewee barrel races where each horse and rider has an equal opportunity to be competitive at his or her own level. The rulebook represents corporation bylaws, rules and regulations of registration, rules and regulations of racing, rules and regulations of shows, amateur and youth division rules and regulations, horseback riding program rules, and. About barrel racing speed splitsecond decisions athleticism poetry in motion thats barrel racing. Gulf coast barrel racing association, herein to be referred to as. Abha competition rules adopted 1 july 2015 into atra rule book.
Thank you to all of the committees, sponsors, communities, cowboys and cowgirls for. In this bestselling barrel racing book, author heather smith shares tips for barrel racing that reveal the real reasons for slow times, tipped barrels, behavior problems, and much more. Oregon barrel racing association has online forms and pdfs for members, race producers, and for sponsors. They must not have any weights in them which will make it less likely for them to be knocked over. The rulebook represents corporation bylaws, rules and regulations of registration, rules and regulations of racing, rules and regulations of shows, amateur and youth division rules and regulations, horseback riding program rules, and the constitution of aqhya. Running past a barrel and off the pattern will result in a no time score and disqualification. This official rule book of the queensland barrel racing association is binding to all members and affiliated committees of the queensland barrel racing association. Those issues not directly regulated will be decided upon based on da bomb barrel racing promoters sound judgment, fairness, and logic. Rules edit page united barrel racing association rules.
Agriculture mechanics rule book livestock rule book commercial heifer rule book. The aphc rules state that racing competition is traditional to the nez perce native american people. Where cases are not precisely regulated by a rule, it should be possible to reach a reasonable decision by looking at the rule book and the directors handbook. To have an association that will bring other organizations together in a positive way helping to create larger paying classes. For more information on how division breakdowns work as well as how points are earned, check out the national barrel horse association rule book. The abra is a provincial, nonprofit organization formed in 1996 to promote the sport of barrel racing in alberta. If not covered by prca, the next appropriate rule book that addresses that specific eventcircumstance will be referenced. Pbha is committed to give you more barrel racing for your money. Brds welcomes everyone, young and old, beginner or pro to join our family. Our goals are to increase the number of participants, improve the quality of shows and enhance the image of barrel racing. When you get to the other side, you can strut through all the gates. There will be no time only runs allowed at mbra finals. In 1992, the nbha revolutionized the barrel racing industry by pioneering the divisional format, which allows riders of all skill levels a chance to win money and prizes in barrel racing competition. A minimum of 30 feet between the third barrel and the back fence.
Race producer forms oregon barrel racing association. Barrel racing is a rodeo event in which a horse and rider attempt to complete a cloverleaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time. Apr 20, 2020 the abra is a provincial, nonprofit organization formed in 1996 to promote the sport of barrel racing in alberta. Rule book bylaws of professional cowboy association article i the name of the association shall be the professional cowboy association, inc. Gulf coast barrel racing association rule book section igeneral. The nbha world championships, nbha national championships series and nbha super shows will use 55gallon metal barrels with. Long sleeves with sleeves rolled down,hats and boots no tshirts allowed in the arena unless it is a. The cloverleaf pattern of barrel racing in this sport, the horse and rider come into the area facing the front two barrels. About the association how we began history directors.
Welcome to the kittitas county barrel racing association, where the goal is to enjoy and promote the sport of. Click on the links below for rules abha rule book updated jan 2020 sabha club, grounds and event guidelines sa barrel horse association end of year awards, how do they work. Nbha rulebook the purpose of the national barrel horse association is to provide barrel racers with an international organization that will promote the sport of barrel racing and its growth. Making you the barrel racing stud of this generation. Jun 22, 2007 this is what is in the rule book that i have and on wikipedia. The aqha official handbook of rules and regulations is updated yearly after undergoing careful scrutiny by aqha. Pcbra peace country barrel racing association rule book. Barrel racing is a truly special event in the rodeo world, and one of the fastest. Divisions are determined by a one second time bracket. Though both sexes compete at amateur and youth levels, in collegiate and professional ranks, it is a rodeo event for women. If any rule or circumstance is not covered by the 4h rule book, prca rules will be followed. Competition rules national barrel horse association. District shows are not required to use metal barrels, however, barrels must be empty. The national barrel horse association nbha uses the following layout for governing patterns.
We have been on the cutting edge of barrel racing in the northwest. While all barrel racing associations support and promote the sport of barrel racing, the acbra takes great pride in maintaining an association that works for the best interest of the barrel racing competitor and their horse partner. Barrel racing and pole bending events will be run under the australian barrel horse association rules and policies. Professional rodeo association is the oldest standing womens professional association and home to world championship barrel racing. Gcbra is an organization that offers barrel racers the opportunity to compete and compile points for yearend awards. If a barrel racer or her horse hits a barrel and knocks it over there is a time penalty of five seconds sometimes more, which usually will result in a time too slow to win. To promote the sport of barrel racing for men, women and children of all ages, and be known as tri county barrel racing association tcbra, conducting business as a nonprofit organization.
A rider can choose between starting at the leftmost or rightmost barrel and turns a complete circle around the barrel. The application may be completed online, at a ubra certified event or mailed. And to think people made fun of your tail as you ran. Nhsra mission statement promote the sport of rodeo and the highest type of conduct and sportsmanship, and expose its positive image to the general public. The faster the rider completes the pattern, the higher up on the leaderboard the pair will land. Contact any district director to be part of the worlds largest barrel racing organization and have your show sanctioned. If a barrel is moved off its marker during competition, the barrel must be reset prior to the next competitors run. If you would like to have a copy of the rule book sent to you, please call the bfa office at 9187735246. Section 2 barrel racing barrels 62 section 3 pole bending poles 62 section 4 timers62.
The billings barrel racing series was organized in 1987 by a group of women interested in the sport of barrel racing. Alberta barrel racing association alberta barrel racing. In order to help show producers and get everyone back to barrel racing, we will be drastically reducing the time requirements needed to get a show approved once the social gathering and business mandates are lifted. In a sport where the winner can be determined by thousandths of a second, the relationship between the rider and horse is crucial. Nov 14, 2019 the womens professional rodeo association is the oldest standing womens professional association and home to world championship barrel racing. Barrel racing news newspapers books scholar jstor february 2019 learn how and when to remove. Joining the united barrel racing association any person may join the united barrel racing association by completing a membership application.
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