Question 1

Do I need my own horse to become a member of the MHJA?

Accepted Answer

No you don't.  Anybody can take out a membership.

For more information or to purchase/renew, See link below.

https://www.manitobahunterjumper.com/shop (https://www.manitobahunterjumper.com/shop)

Question 2

Can I compete at MHJA shows without a membership?

Accepted Answer

No, you cannot.  For both the owner and rider; Manitoba Horse Council (MHC) and MHJA memberships are required at all shows and events.  Equine Canada (EC) Sport Licenses and EC Horse Recording and MHJA Memberships are required for rated shows (See below).

The difference between Gold, Silver, Bronze and Schooling shows are based on EC ratings.

Schooling: Manitoba Horse Council (MHC) membership required and MHJA Heritage Membership.
 
Bronze: MHC, MHJA Junior or Senior Membership and Equine Canada (EC) Bronze License are required.

Silver & Gold: MHC, MHJA, Silver/Gold EC  License and Horse Recordings are required.

For memberships and info, see below links.

https://www.equestrian.ca/programs-services/licences (https://www.equestrian.ca/programs-services/licences)
https://www.equestrian.ca/programs-services/horseid (https://www.equestrian.ca/programs-services/horseid)
https://manitobahorsecouncil.ca/Member-Benefits (https://manitobahorsecouncil.ca/Member-Benefits)

Question 3

Do I need to be a member of any other organizations when I become a member of the MHJA?

Accepted Answer

MHC memberships are required to compete at all MHJA events.  EC (Equestrian Canada) sanctioned shows require competitors to have the appropriate level of sport license.  MHJA memberships are required for all shows.

Question 4

How do I find a coach?

Accepted Answer

Please contact the Manitoba Horse Council: www.manitobahorsecouncil.ca (https://manitobahorsecouncil.ca/)

Question 5

How do I become a sponsor?

Accepted Answer

Please contact our Sponsorship Chair, Nicole Boonstra
See link below.

https://www.manitobahunterjumper.com/sponsorship

Question 6

Do I need to pay the volunteer deposit if I am only doing one show?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with the purchase of a full membership the volunteer requirement must be completed or payment is required.

Question 7

If I scratch from the show, do I get my money back?

Accepted Answer

No, the $100 deposit is non refundable and the office and stall fee must still be paid.

Question 8

What is the difference between Hunter and Jumper?

Accepted Answer

The difference between hunters and jumpers is best summarized as subjectivity vs. objectivity. Hunters are judged subjectively, by a human. Judges place horse and rider pairs based on rider ability, horse ability, and style. Jumpers however, are judged objectively, against the clock with faults such as knock downs and refusals added to the score.

Manitoba Hunter Jumper Association

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