The BRCA is the only organisation in great Britain that caters for all western riding disciplines. Other organizations set out to specialize in one form of western riding competition or another but the BRCA is the only association where members are encouraged to try all aspects of the sport- from working with cattle through Reining and all the show classes to Barrel Racing and other mounted games. the BRCA was the first western riding association in Europe to promote a Working Ranch Horse event and this popular event is a regular feature in BRCA's annual schedule.
But competition is not not the BRCA's be-all and end-all. We also cater for those that simply enjoy the western way of riding and we organize regular trail rides at various locations. We also organize regular training sessions or "clinics" when you can improve your riding skills in any disciplines. Whether you are a competitor, western rider or simply a spectator, you will be welcome among friends in the BRCA.
Your Membership will help promote Rodeo and Western Riding in Britain. Members receive a quarterly Newsletter which not only keeps you up to date with what is happing in the BRCA but also includes articles on training and management of the western horse.
Events are organized or sanctioned by the BRCA throughout the year catering for all types of western riding but to the uniformity of the BRCA Rulebook which guarantees competitors a standard and safe format for shows. In this way , our aim is it provide a level playing field for the enjoyment of our members.
Rules governing our shows are derived from those adopted by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, the American Quarter Horse Association, the National Reining Horse Association, and the National Cutting Horse Association. We adapt these American rules to suit competition in Britain and regularly review them to ensure that our shows are as far as possible in line with what is current in the USA
Grading competitors is a system unique to the BRCA. It enables a novice horse/rider to enter the same competition as an expert and have the opportunity to win against other competitors in the same grade. As with other associations competitors accumulate points throughout the year - but only the BRCA awards end of season "HIGH POINTS" trophies in grades appropriate to four levels of expertise.
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