Region 5
Gymkhana
Gymkhana
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Gymkhana had often been considered the "black sheep" of the horse show circuit, but
that attitude has changed. Gymkhana is now recognized as a sport which requires as
much skill as any of the other equestrian disciplines and has become one of the most
popular in the state.
The C.S.H.A. Region 5 Gymkhana Program is open to any one who lives in Contra
Costa or Alameda Counties. Riders must be a member of C.S.H.A. either as a direct
member or as a member of an affiliated club. (Other C.S.H.A. Regions offer gymkhana
programs for their areas, send an e-mail for a contact in your area.)
Although there are requirements for apparel (western shirt, pants, belt, & boots ) and
tack (for safety purposes) no special expensive equipment is needed. Any type, size, or
age of horse and rider can participate. The only other requirement is that you want to
have fun and meet some great people!
While these are speed events, the safety of the horse and rider is first and foremost
and the use of protective helmets is encouraged at all Region approved gymkhanas.
The C.S.H.A. Gymkhana program is by time divisions, so riders compete with riders and
mounts of like ability providing a more equal level of competition. Riders can compete at
the speed they feel most comfortable and beginners have the opportunity to place at
the shows and advance as they progress and their skill increases.
A rider/horse combination is rated in a time division based upon averages of times ran
for four rating events at C.S.H.A. approved gymkhanas. A combination’s rating may
change throughout the year based upon their improvement thereby insuring equitable
competition. The four rating events are: Cloverleaf Barrels, Skill Barrels, Bi-Rangle
Poles, and Big T.
Registered rider/horse combinations qualify for the Region 5 Program by participating
in Region 5 approved rating gymkhanas throughout the season, obtaining a $20
program sponsorship and providing a raffle item.
Year-end places and awards are determined for each rider/horse combination based
on the total points for the 5 best times in each rating event.
The top five riders in each division are eligible to compete at the annual C.S.H.A. State
Championship Show for state championships and awards.
that attitude has changed. Gymkhana is now recognized as a sport which requires as
much skill as any of the other equestrian disciplines and has become one of the most
popular in the state.
The C.S.H.A. Region 5 Gymkhana Program is open to any one who lives in Contra
Costa or Alameda Counties. Riders must be a member of C.S.H.A. either as a direct
member or as a member of an affiliated club. (Other C.S.H.A. Regions offer gymkhana
programs for their areas, send an e-mail for a contact in your area.)
Although there are requirements for apparel (western shirt, pants, belt, & boots ) and
tack (for safety purposes) no special expensive equipment is needed. Any type, size, or
age of horse and rider can participate. The only other requirement is that you want to
have fun and meet some great people!
While these are speed events, the safety of the horse and rider is first and foremost
and the use of protective helmets is encouraged at all Region approved gymkhanas.
The C.S.H.A. Gymkhana program is by time divisions, so riders compete with riders and
mounts of like ability providing a more equal level of competition. Riders can compete at
the speed they feel most comfortable and beginners have the opportunity to place at
the shows and advance as they progress and their skill increases.
A rider/horse combination is rated in a time division based upon averages of times ran
for four rating events at C.S.H.A. approved gymkhanas. A combination’s rating may
change throughout the year based upon their improvement thereby insuring equitable
competition. The four rating events are: Cloverleaf Barrels, Skill Barrels, Bi-Rangle
Poles, and Big T.
Registered rider/horse combinations qualify for the Region 5 Program by participating
in Region 5 approved rating gymkhanas throughout the season, obtaining a $20
program sponsorship and providing a raffle item.
Year-end places and awards are determined for each rider/horse combination based
on the total points for the 5 best times in each rating event.
The top five riders in each division are eligible to compete at the annual C.S.H.A. State
Championship Show for state championships and awards.
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For more information, contact:
Angela Materne
Chair
Email: Catwhisperer6@aol.com
Angela Materne
Chair
Email: Catwhisperer6@aol.com