Divisions:

Masters Division  (formerly Mentor Division)  Open to riders 18 years and older. Obstacles are to be executed per open division requirements, but the expectation is for a much higher degree of finesse and riders may include additional maneuvers into the execution of the obstacle within the time limit set. Riders must be a member of ACTHA and is open to clinicians, instructors, trainers or professionals. Benefits include points towards Achievement Program. Additional prizes at discretion of individual host.  

Open Division - Open to riders 7 years and older. This is a competitive division open to members. Obstacles will be more difficult than those of the Pleasure Division. Benefits include 1^st - 6^th ribbons, points towards State and National Standings, Achievement Program and one entry into ACTHA Adventure Giveaway. Additional prizes, cash POP prize, cash jackpot and additional awards at discretion of individual ACTHA event host.  Additional prizes and awards are not required and are solely at the discretion of individual ACTHA event host and may widely vary at each event.

Competitive Pleasure Division – Open to riders 7 years and older. This is a competitive division open to members. Obstacles will be technically less difficult than those of the Open Division. Benefits include 1^st - 6^th ribbons, points towards State and National Standings, Achievement Program and one entry into ACTHA Adventure Giveaway. Additional prizes, cash POP prize, cash jackpot and additional awards at discretion of individual ACTHA event host. 

Rookie Pleasure Division- Open to riders 7 years and older. This is a competitive division open to members. Obstacles will be identical to those in the Competitive Pleasure Division and offers an optional “half step” for Scout Riders or anyone wishing to start off in a novice type competitive division. Team must move up at the beginning of the new season after accruing 25 points. Benefits include 1^st - 6^thribbons, points towards State and National Standings, Achievement Program and one entry into ACTHA Adventure Giveaway. Additional prizes, cash POP prize, cash jackpot and additional awards at discretion of individual ACTHA event host. Additional prizes and awards are not required and are solely at the discretion of individual ACTHA event host and may widely vary at each event. 

Scout Division – Open to riders 7 years and older. This is a competitive division open to both ACTHA members and non-members. Obstacles will be executed identically to the Competitive and Rookie Pleasure Division. Team must move up at the beginning of the new season after winning 3 blue ribbons in this division. There are no achievement award points, or points for national or state standings.  Benefits include 1^st - 6^th ribbons.  Additional prizes and awards are not required and are solely at the discretion of individual ACTHA event host and may widely vary at each event.  “Rookie Scouts” enjoy a reduced entry fee for their first full season (members only). All scouts compete in a single division, regardless of membership status or rookie status. 

Buddy Division  - Open to riders 7 years and older. This is a non-competitive division open to both ACTHA members and non-members.  Buddy riders participate on the trail ride but do not participate in the judged obstacles.  There are no ribbons, points, or additional prizes for this recreational rider division.   

Junior Division -  Open to riders age 7-15.  This is a competitive division open to ACTHA members. Juniors MUST wear a SEI/ASTM approved riding helmet and be accompanied by an adult rider. Obstacle difficulty is similar to the pleasure division. Juniors may win ribbons and prizes, but are not eligible to participate for jackpot cash prizes. 

Staff Division –  This is a competitive division open to ACTHA staff. Riders to perform obstacles and receive a score. Scores are not to be announced at the event, but will be posted online, no prizes, ribbons or awards, but horses will accrue points towards the Medal Achievement Program.

In Hand Division - This division is available to members only, in Arena Obstacle Challenges only.  Obstacles must be performed on lead, and all participants are judged on partnership and execution of the obstacle from the ground.  Participants may choose to enter this “class/division” either as a stand-alone entry or in addition to a mounted division.  Judging criteria developed in partnership with Parelli Natural Horsemanship, which focuses on a willing partner and good communication skills with your horse; all styles of ground work are welcome and encouraged; it is the result and partnership that is being judged.  Benefits include 1^st - 6^th ribbons, points towards State and National Standings, Medals Achievement Program. Additional prizes or awards are at the discretion of the individual ACTHA event host but are not required and may widely vary at each event.  Minors MUST wear a helmet when competing “In-Hand.

Therapeutic Division - This is available ONLY at accredited therapeutic centers, who have the skills and resources to accommodate riders who are participants in a therapeutic riding program. It is only available in AOCs.  Participants may be assisted or independent riders, aged 7 and up.  A horse may be used multiple times in a Therapeutic Class/Division,.

Only CTC/AOC entry fees are paid online when you join an event.

Possible additional fees at check-in:

Each event offers different amenities, check the description page for any additional fees due at check-in (these are NOT paid online).

• Daily riding/ranch use fee
• Electrical hook-up
• Primitive camping
• Lodging
• Stall rental
• Paddock rental
• Food

Cancellation Policy:

Event Registration Fees:

(1)   If you withdraw from an event eight (8) or more days prior to the event date, a full online credit will be issued to your ACTHA account. You must contact the Ride Host regarding your withdrawal.

(2)   If you withdraw from an event seven (7) days or less prior to the event date and prior to the closing date for registration, there is no issuance of a credit or refund, unless authorized by the Ride Host. You must contact the Ride Host to discuss the circumstances of your withdrawal. If the Ride Host has the option to accept or foregoe (credit for a future event) the income of your entry, at their discretion. 

(3)   If you withdraw from an event after the closing date for registration there is no issuance of credit or refunds. 

(4)   If a ride is canceled by the Ride Host or by ACTHA for any reason whatsoever, a full online credit will be issued to all riders.  Refunds granted by request.

Refund Requests:

(1)   A $5.00 processing fee will be charged should you request a credit card refund in lieu of a credit to your ACTHA account.

(2)   In the event the Ride Host or ACTHA has canceled the ride and you request a credit card refund, a full credit card refund of registration fees will be issued when requested through Customer Support.