The purpose of the Virginia Quarter Horse Association (VQHA) is to develop positive participation in Quarter Horse activities within Virginia in cooperation with the American Quarter Horse Association. Our goal is to promote and stimulate the sale, breeding, exhibition and ownership of the Quarter Horse. Above all, VQHA will encourage sportsmanship and family values in all activities, insisting on the humane and dignified treatment of the American Quarter Horse by owners, trainers and exhibitors. Click here to read more about VQHA >
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Southeastern Region: "Slide into Summer" Reining Clinic
With trainer Kelly Creppel - May 31st from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Rain Date, Sun June 1st)
Limited to first 10 riders $80/horse & rider (includes lunch); $15 spectator fee
Pre-registration and payment required by May 15th
Thanks to a generous grant from the Virginia Horse Industry Board the Open Show Program continues to promote and recognize Open Shows across Virginia. We have listed local show dates along with forms and requirements. Here are a few upcoming shows:
Check out the Open Show page for more upcoming shows and information.
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Fun Fact: Quarter Horse originated in Virginia.
The American Quarter Horse is reputed to be the oldest all-American breed. The origins of this breed started as early as the 1600s, soon after settlement of the Americas by the British. In order to produce a horse suitable for both work and sport, English horses, with a background of Arab, Native and Spanish blood were crossed with stock of Spanish origin already in America.
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The American Quarter Horse is reputed to be the oldest all-American breed. The origins of this breed started as early as the 1600s, soon after settlement of the Americas by the British. In order to produce a horse suitable for both work and sport, English horses, with a background of Arab, Native and Spanish blood were crossed with stock of Spanish origin already in America.
