***FREE 2025/2026 AQHA YOUTH MEMBERSHIP***
The AQHA Youth Division is the heart of our future. A place where young members are encouraged to grow, connect and thrive through their shared love of the Quarter Horse. Built on the values of sportsmanship, friendship and fun, the Youth Division provides opportunities for young people to develop confidence, horsemanship skills and lifelong connections within the industry.
Established in 1985, the Australian Quarter Horse Association Youth Division (AQHAYD) began when passionate youth members came together with a vision of creating a strong, connected national youth community. Since then, the Youth Division has continued to grow, with every AQHA Q-National Show offering a chance for youth from across Australia to come together, celebrate achievements and strengthen friendships.
The Youth Division is dedicated to supporting and servicing its members through a wide range of initiatives, including training days, youth camps and pathways to International Competition such as the Trans-Tasman Challenge and the AQHA Youth World Cup.
Youth members have access to clinics across a diverse range of disciplines, including Traditional events such as Dressage and Hack, Western Pleasure, Trail and Halter events, Campdrafting, Cutting and Timed Events, Ranch and even Pony Club, ensuring there is something for everyone, no matter their chosen path.
With a strong focus on connection and inclusion, the AQHA Youth Division continues to work towards building a bigger, stronger and more vibrant youth community, supporting both new and existing members as they shape the future of the Australian Quarter Horse Association.
Each year we present our AQHA Annual High Point Youth Awards, eligible only for points gained on a Registered Horse owned by AQHA Youth or their immediate family. These winners are presented each year at our AQHA Annual Awards Evening.
Who can be a Youth Member?
The definition of a Youth is a exhibitor, 3 years to 18 years of age as at the 1st August of the current show year. To compete for points as a Youth Member, you must be a current financial youth member of the AQHA.
Come and join us, have fun, develop your skills & make friendships that last a lifetime!
Below L to R: Liz Keating, Ruby Heffernan, Brooke Toovey, Dana Mobberley & Ryan Mundy taken at Q25.
Liz Keating (Portfolio Director) 0418 354 917
For more information contact our AQHA Office at qhorse@aqha.com.au or call (02) 6762 6444
2025 Youth Division AGM Minutes
