The 2022 APHA World Championship Show is underway in Fort Worth, Texas. This year, Youth, Amateur and Open exhibitors will compete for over $1.35 million in cash and prizes throughout this star-studded event running through July 10th at the iconic Will Rogers Memorial Center. With over 2 weeks of competition from the industry’s best APHA […]

The 2022 APHA World Championship Show runs from June 24th through July 10th at Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas. The Open, Amateur and Youth APHA World Shows are combined into one summer extravaganza, all competing for over $1.35 million in cash and prizes with no qualifying required. GoHorseShow has compiled a list […]

In showing horses, we are participating in a sport defined by the five words, “you are now being judged.” When exhibitors step into the arena, they are subjecting themselves to the assessment of the judges, their fellow exhibitors, and spectators. It is an inherently vulnerable sport that requires a certain sense of self-confidence. However, it’s […]

The Pinto World Championship is a 13 day horse show held in June every year in Tulsa, OK. Around 800 Classes cater to all ages and levels such as youth, amateurs, novice and open. Our classes cater to all types of equines such as Stock Type, Hunter Type, Pleasure Type, Saddle Type, Utilities, Miniatures, and […]

Often, the journey, not the destination, provides the most memorable experiences in life. That is certainly true when it comes to showing horses. It is often a roller coaster ride with many highs and lows mixed in with success and failures. Making mistakes comes with the territory, and a rider’s attitude and actions are often […]

Every rider feels nervous from time-to-time. Nerves can kick in, especially when stretching out of comfort zones. Feeling anxious is not always bad since it allows exhibitors to experience that substantial high and feeling of accomplishment when the task is completed. However, it can often impact how riders progress and prevent some from achieving goals. […]

It’s not just a show…it’s an event! That’s the motto for the Keystone Showdown and no truer words have ever been spoken. In its 11th year running, the show continues to see large class sizes, multiple drawings, and great awards that are always a hit with exhibitors. Not to mention the Battle of the Barns […]

There is a saying, “Where focus goes, energy flows.” And while this is often used to inspire humans, it couldn’t be more accurate, in a literal sense, for horses. Learning how to focus a distracted horse at home is critical to a productive training session. Likewise, learning how to focus a distracted horse at a […]

“Under Pressure,” the legendary song by David Bowie and Queen, comes to mind when thinking of the added stress riders put on themselves at the big shows. We all know horse showing is supposed to be fun but come showtime, sometimes that all goes out the window. Equestrians are very competitive individuals. They want that […]

A whirlwind of a horse show! The always popular Redbud Spectacular, held June 2-12, 2022 at State Fair Park in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This event remains one of the premier shows of the season. Hosted by the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association, the Redbud offers something for everyone with outstanding facilities, location, judges, class lineups and […]