FAQs

What is the Short Stirrup division?

This division is intended as an introduction to horse showing for children not ready for the regular

pony and hunter divisions.

Open to Junior “C” riders. Riders are classified as Junior “C” until the end of the calendar year in

which they turn twelve. Riders in this division may only cross enter into the Walk Trot and or “C”

equitation on the flat classes. Riders may not show in any other classes that requires them to jump.

Riders must enter and complete at least one over fences class in the division to be eligible to

compete in the Under Saddle class.

Ponies or horses may enter. Suitability is a factor. Horses or ponies may show in other classes

with a different rider.

This division will jump a course of hunter style jumps not to exceed two feet (2’). Jogging is at the

discretion of show management. EC membership is required.

2'6'' Jr/Am Hunter FAQs

Q: Can I show my Large Pony in the OHJA 2'6" Jr/Am Hunter Division?
A: No, ponies are not eligible to show in this division.

Q: Can I show one horse in the OHJA 2'6" Jr/Am Hunter Division and another different horse in the Adult Amateur Hunters?
A: Yes, the rider is eligible to show a different horse or pony in any other division for which the rider and that other horse/pony is eligible per EC rules.

Q: Can I show the same horse in the OHJA 2'6" Jr/Am Hunter Division and the Children's Hunters?
A: No, you cannot show the same horse in the OHJA 2'6" Jr/Am Hunter Division and any other division requiring the horse to jump higher than 2'9".

Q: Can I show my horse in the Amateur Owner Hunters and a different horse I don't own in the OHJA 2'6" Jr/Am Hunter Division?
A: No, Amateur Owner riders may only show horses they own (exception Amateur flat classes and Adult Jumper classes). See EC rule G310.3.

Q: I am a Junior Rider; can I show a horse in the OHJA 2'6" Jr/Am Hunter Division and show the same horse in the Low Children's Hunter.
A: Yes, the same horse/rider combination may compete in the OHJA 2'6" Jr/Am Hunter Division and any other division where the fences do not exceed 2'9".

Q: Will showing my horse in the OHJA 2’6” Jr/Am Hunter Division affect my Baby Green status?
A: No, showing your horse at the 2’6” height will not affect Baby Green status.

Who can compete in the Low Children’s and Low Adult Hunter Divisions?

Low Children’s and Low Adult Hunters

This division is intended for riders who are learning how to show a hunter and are not yet ready for regular hunter divisions. There is no time limit for showing in these divisions.

Open to all Children’s and Adult Amateur rider designations as per EC rules, guidelines, and limitations.
Courses will be made up of hunter style jumps and set at a height not to exceed 2.9”
Classes will be run per EC rules, guidelines, and limitations.
Riders may NOT cross enter at the same show into any Hunter Division with heights more than 2’9” or any Jumper classes with heights more than 1.0m. Riders may compete in equitation classes where the height does not exceed 3’.
Showing in this division will affect a horse’s eligibility.
As entries warrant, Children’s and Adults may be combined.
Jogging for soundness is at the discretion of Show Management.

How do I know if I'm eligible for the Beginner Children’s/Adult Hunter divisions?

This division is intended for new riders learning how to show a hunter.

A beginner hunter is a Junior or Adult rider who has NEVER won 6 first place ribbons over fences at an EC of USEF competition (Provincial competitions and Combined Training not to count). These wins are LIFETIME achievements. Schooling Non-Pro and Short Stirrup not to count.

Winning your way out –

During a competitors first year of showing is this division, should they win 6 first place ribbons, they will be allowed to remain in the division to the end of that calendar year In any subsequent years of competition, should they fulfil the WIN factor, they must progress to another division at the next show.

Children’s and Adult Amateur rider designations are per EC rules, guidelines and limitations.

Courses are made of hunter style jumps and set at a height not to exceed two foot six inches. (2’6).

Classes will be run per EC rules.

Riders and horses may cross enter to other divisions for which they are eligible. Showing in this

division will affect a horse’s eligibility.

As entries warrant, Children’s and Adults may be combined. Jogging for soundness at the discretion

of Show Management.

What is the Baby Green Hunter division?

Important update regarding the OHJA Baby Green Division. Based on member feedback we have reverted to original height restrictions in 2024. The updated specifications are as follows:

The Baby Green Hunter division is open to horses that have not competed in an EC sanctioned Gold or Silver competition (or equivalent) in any class requiring the entry to jump 2’9” prior to January 1st of the current year. To maintain their Baby Green Status, horses may not compete in any division in which the jumps exceed 2’9”. Jogging is not required. Fences to be set at 2'9''.

The intention of this division is to provide a Hunter Division for green, young horses starting their showing career as they prepare for the National Green Hunter Divisions.

What is the Children's Pony Division?

The Children's Pony division is a combined pony division open to all ponies ridden by a junior. Lines will be set on a 12’ stride. No in and out. Fence height will be 3" lower than the core division height; Small Ponies to jump 2’0”, Medium Ponies to jump 2’3” and Large Ponies to jump 2’6”. Judged on quality, movement, jumping style, manners, and way of going. The division does not affect Green Pony status. Ponies and riders may cross enter into any other division they may be eligible for.

Do I need a membership to show in Ontario?

Although you don't require an OHJA membership to compete, you will need a membership if you want to earn points for OHJA provincial year-end awards or OHJA program finals. You are required to have an Equestrian Canada and Ontario Equestrian Membership in order to compete in Ontario.

How do I get a membership?

You can simply download the form here and send it into Ontario Equestrian or renew online when you renew your Ontario Equestrian membership.

I didn't join OHJA until June. Will my points from my May & June shows count?

No.

Memberships will have points accrued towards OHJA Year End Awards ONLY from the date of joining. Points may not be awarded retroactively as per Equestrian Canada rules.

As an OHJA member, do I get a vote at meetings?

Individual Senior OHJA members, who have paid a membership fee for the current year, can vote at both annual and special OHJA meetings. Please refer to the Constitution & By-law #2.

How do I show my horse/pony in the name of a Barn, Business or Syndicate name?

If you wish to show your horse/pony in the name of the Barn/Farm, Business, Syndicate or Partnership, this entity and a director of this entity must also be a member of the OHJA.

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