For Immediate Release
The National Snaffle Bit Association is pleased to announce an international equine educational seminar in collaboration with the American Quarter Horse Association and the American Paint Horse Association. The seminar will take place January 30-February 2, 2025, at The Lodge Billund in Billund, Denmark.
This event is open to horse enthusiasts, including exhibitors, trainers, judges, show managers and volunteers. The seminar is designed to provide attendees with essential skills and knowledge to set themselves up for success in the 2025 show season as well as provide additional leadership skills for those who currently hold or seek leadership positions within their respective equine organizations.
Over the four-day schedule, attendees will have unique opportunities to learn about horse show operation, improve their leadership skills, build their professional networks within the Western horse industry and expand their industry knowledge.
“NSBA is excited to continue expanding its relationship with our European members. It is a unique educational opportunity for industry leaders, trainers, and enthusiasts from around the globe to come together to share knowledge, insights and strategies for promoting and advancing our shared passion for Western style equestrian sports,” noted Stephanie Lynn, executive director of the National Snaffle Bit Association.
Event highlights include:
Thursday, January 30: Horse Show For Windows Workshop
A beginner-friendly session will walk attendees through the Horse Show For Windows software, explaining how the software can help streamline horse show operations from entry management to report generation and results reporting. Kathy Trask, owner of FunnWare Development, will also provide a live Q&A session.
Friday, January 31: Leadership Workshop
Designed for emerging leaders and association leaders, this workshop will provide modern leadership principles with association-specific breakout sessions and is designed to provide a transformative experience for those who would like to begin or continue their journey to becoming an inspiring leader in the horse world.
Saturday, February 1: Show Seminar
The first of a two-day session dedicated to horse show management, Day 1 will discuss the fundamental elements of judging key classes including Longe Line, In-Hand Trail, Western Pleasure and Ranch Horse.
Sunday, February 2: Show Seminar
During Day 2, the show seminar will highlight the latest 2025 association rules, the impact of mental performance, the role of announcers and essential scribe and ring steward skills. This session will also discuss Amateur eligibility and provide an introduction to achievements and awards that recognize excellence in the show arena.
Registration and Location
Registration is free to current NSBA, AQHA or APHA members. Those who register by December 31 will receive a complimentary 2025 rulebook from one of the three associations. The final registration deadline is Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Register here.
Hotel reservations should be made directly to The Lodge Billund, Nordmarksvej 3, DK-7190 Billund, Denmark, using the event’s promotional code, which will be provided after registration for the seminar.
ABOUT NSBA
Established in 1983, the National Snaffle Bit Association has expanded from its roots in the Western Pleasure discipline to recognize various disciplines and eight breed associations in competition. NSBA’s mission is to grow the show horse community through various equine programs and events where every activity benefits horses, breeders, owners and exhibitors alike.
The National Snaffle Bit Association has more than 20,000 active members and more than 44,000 registered horses across its eight alliance breed organizations. NSBA members earn more than $13.5 million in monetary awards at NSBA-sanctioned horse shows annually, and the association sanctions nearly 600 horse show events and close to 200,000 horse show entries each year.
To learn more about the NSBA, please visit nsba.com.
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