06/05/2026
š„³Exciting announcement! We are changing the rules around requirements for medal finals! š„³
The AHJA Board of Directors is excited to share some important news regarding the 2026 AHJA Medal Finals. In an effort to expand opportunities for riders across our community, the Board has voted to invoke an extraordinary rule change to the qualification requirements for this yearās finals.
Our goal is simple: to make it possible for more riders to participate, while staying aligned with the standards and practices used by other respected medalāorganizing bodies. After careful review, discussion, and comparison, we are confident these updates will support broader access without compromising the integrity of the competition.
In summary, the new qualification requirements are as follows and will be added to the AHJA Rule Book:
4.3.2 Qualifying Points To be qualified for finals, a rider must have either:
A) Completed the course in any medal class held at 2'6" or higher at an AHJAāapproved event within the state of Arizona, or
Accrued a minimum of 2 points in any medal class held at a USHJAārated show outside the state of Arizona.
We hope to fill the following medal final divisions:
Mini Medal - 2'6"
Children's Medal - 3'
Adult Medal - 3'
Junior/Amateur Medal - 3'3"
We encourage all members to review the full rule description in the AHJA Rule Book, available on our website.
