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Gold Coast Arabian Horse Association Gold Coast Arabian Horse Association of California was formed in 1969 by Arabian horse breeders in Santa Cruz and Monterey.

Gold Coast Arabian Horse Association’s goal is to promote the beauty & versatility of the Arabian horse and also to encourage support various all-breed equestrian events. They started with several clinics, lectures, trail rides, a tack auction and a potluck dinner; added an all Arabian horse show, as well as a contest for the Club logo. The winning design is still the Gold Coast Trademark and a source of pride for its members. The Gold Coast Arabian Horse Association’s newsletter, Paisa Ahkbar (“Penny News”) was started in 1970. In 1985 Gold Coast AHA acquired its own charter. Over the years the GCAHA Class A show in August which focuses on the amateur exhibitor has become a favorite, providing a fun weekend of classes, Saturday night BBQ, and a half day All Breed Opportunity show. Open all breed classes have also been added to the regular show schedule. Current activities for the Club include group participation in local parades, club promotion at area equine fairs, hosted trail rides, clinics, and special club outings. GCAHA also has an Achievement Program wherein members can earn points towards rewards while enjoying and having fun with their lovely Arabians. Monthly board meetings and committee meetings are open to members and their guests.

10/03/2026

JOIN US FOR A BEAUTIFUL WEEKEND AT LAKE SAN ANTONIO! NON-MEMBERS and ALL BREEDS welcome!!!

10/03/2026

Fall Festival this SATURDAY! 🐴

We are so excited to be joining the Santa Clara County Horse Association for their 4th Annual Fall Festival Open House — and we're bringing the Arabians!

The event is FREE to the public, just 15 minutes from San Jose in the beautiful Almaden Valley. Come find us at the Breed Corral and meet two of our gorgeous horses up close:

📸 One in full Native Costume — ready for photos with you!
❤️ One there to give you all the Arabian Horse love

The day is packed with fun: drill team performances, English jumping, Western Barrels, live music, root b**r floats, and so much more. This is one you don't want to miss!

Grab the details here: https://horsemens.org/event-6404419

See you Saturday!

Meet Vivian Voss, candidate for GCAHA Board Member! 🐴Vivian's love for horses started practically before she could walk ...
10/02/2026

Meet Vivian Voss, candidate for GCAHA Board Member! 🐴

Vivian's love for horses started practically before she could walk — in the saddle by age 3 and showing by 11, and she's never looked back! A proud GCAHA member since 2017, Vivian has truly grown up in this community. She's brought that lifelong passion full circle, now working as a Veterinary Technician at Steinbeck Equine Hospital, caring for the horses she's loved her whole life.

At 20 years old, Vivian is excited about what's ahead — eager to champion the beauty of the Arabian horse and help create fun, memorable experiences for members of all breeds and backgrounds.

We're electing 2 Board Members and 1 Alternate this fall, and we're so proud to have passionate young members like Vivian stepping up to help shape the future of GCAHA. Stay tuned for voting details!

Meet Nichole Hoaglin, candidate for GCAHA Board Member! 🐴Horses are truly in Nichole's blood. Coming from a long line of...
10/02/2026

Meet Nichole Hoaglin, candidate for GCAHA Board Member! 🐴

Horses are truly in Nichole's blood. Coming from a long line of horse trainers — with roots tracing back to her grandfather's work with Thoroughbreds — she's always felt most at home surrounded by her equine friends. For the past seven years, Azevedo Ranch has been her happy place, and if you ask her about her favorite moments, she'll tell you it's the quiet ones: snuggling up to a newborn foal.

Nichole is no stranger to GCAHA leadership, having served two terms on the board, most recently as Vice President. Now she's back and ready to roll up her sleeves again! She's accepted the nomination for another term with a clear mission: grow our membership and bring even more fun events to the community.

This fall, we're electing 2 Board Members and 1 Alternate. We're so grateful to have experienced, passionate members like Nichole stepping up to serve. Stay tuned for voting details!

Meet Shawn Nowak, candidate for GCAHA Board Member! 🐴For Shawn, Arabians aren't just a breed — they're a lifelong passio...
10/02/2026

Meet Shawn Nowak, candidate for GCAHA Board Member! 🐴

For Shawn, Arabians aren't just a breed — they're a lifelong passion. Growing up in Southern California, Shawn started showing Arabians at just 10 years old and never looked back. After moving to Northern California, Shawn discovered a whole new way to celebrate the breed through NATRC and endurance riding, finding a wonderful community of Arabian horse friends along the way.

Shawn's last beloved Arabian passed away in 2018, and that bond is still deeply felt. But the love for the breed has never wavered — and the community of people who share that same passion has kept that connection alive and strong. Arabians have been part of Shawn's world for most of their life, and they're committed to keeping it that way.

This fall, we're electing 2 Board Members and 1 Alternate. We're so grateful to have dedicated members like Shawn stepping up to serve this club and our community. Watch for voting details coming soon!

October Schooling Show CancelledDue to a recent confirmed case of Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) in San Benito County, C...
09/20/2026

October Schooling Show Cancelled

Due to a recent confirmed case of Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) in San Benito County, CA, GCAHA has made the difficult decision to cancel our October schooling show.

With horses traveling from multiple locations to attend, we feel this is the safest choice for protecting the health of all participating horses.

Anyone who has already submitted an entry will receive a full refund. Please contact Darlene with any questions or to follow up on your refund.

Darlene Azevedo
📧 [email protected]
📞 831-207-2189

We appreciate your understanding and will continue to monitor updates as we look forward to getting everyone back in the ring safely.

https://www.equinediseasecc.org/alerts?disease=72

New to horses? Start here. 🐴Our youth riders do too, and every small win matters.At Gold Coast Arabian Horse Association...
08/14/2026

New to horses? Start here. 🐴

Our youth riders do too, and every small win matters.

At Gold Coast Arabian Horse Association, beginners are welcome, all breeds are welcome, and there is a place for you to grow. From gentle mentoring to fun local events, we make it easy to get involved.

Join us, volunteer, or learn more at https://www.goldcoastarabian.org

Did you know? Arabians are the ONLY horse breed with just 17 ribs (most horses have 18)! 🐴 This unique skeletal structur...
08/12/2026

Did you know? Arabians are the ONLY horse breed with just 17 ribs (most horses have 18)! 🐴 This unique skeletal structure is one of the things that makes them so distinctive. Plus, they have one fewer lumbar vertebra and one fewer caudal vertebra than other breeds. It's all part of what makes the Arabian horse so incredibly special. Have an Arabian? We'd love to meet them at our next event! ✨

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AHA Discovery Farm
San Martin, CA
95004

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