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Eligibility Finder

Hi! Welcome to the Gem State Stock Horse Association + StreamlineEquine Eligibility & Class Finder!

A little fine print before you start--please remember that this tool is provided for entertainment and educational purposes only. Your results are not official in any way and all eligibility decisions are made final by the governing board of your association.

Let's begin: Non Pro Eligibility

Are you Non Pro eligible?
Are you interested in Open AND Non Pro classes?
Non Pros can compete in Open divisions without affecting their Non Pro eligibility as long as they show a horse they own.

Happy to help!

You'll answer some questions about your horse-related activities. If you don't qualify for Non Pro status, you'll see a list of why with the corresponding rules!
Have you won money in any Open events?
Only count events like cowhorse, reining, cutting, and any events that include a fence work.
Have you won more than $100,000 in these events?
Have you received any kind of compensation for riding or training horses in the last 5 years?
Answer yes if you receive money, or ride horses in trade for items of value. This is called "remuneration," which is defined as "to receive pay or financial gain for work completed. Reimburse, compensate, make fair return for an action, barter."
Do you receive compensation for any of the following:
You're probably not Non Pro eligible. Do any of these apply?
Okay. Does your job include any of the following?
Does someone besides you pay your entry fees?
Lucky you! Who takes care of that?
Do you ride any horses that aren't owned by you, your ranch, or someone in your immediate family?
Let's talk about that some more. Do any of these apply?
Do you receive remuneration to give horseback riding lessons or do clinics?
Do you have arrangement with a company where you promote them or they use your image to promote their goods or services?
Do any of the following apply?
Are you a majority shareholder or owner of this company?

You are probably not Non Pro eligible

These are unofficial results, but a great starting place! Scroll down to see why you probably don't qualify.
You are not Non Pro eligible. You've won more that $100,000 in Open events, which means you are not and can never be eligible for Non Pro events according to sections 2.1.1 and 2.3.5. I'd say I'm sorry, but you're doing just fine with your six figure earnings!
You are probably not Non Pro eligible. Section 2.2.2.2 explains that advertising for a company or business for remuneration is not allowed for Non Pros.
You are probably not Non Pro eligible. Giving clinics or riding lessons for remuneration of any kind means you are not eligible according to section 2.1.2 of the rulebook.
You are not Non Pro eligible. Training and assisting in training of horses not owned by you, your ranch, or your immediate family means you're not eligible. See section 2.1.4.1 and 2.1.4.2 in the rulebook for definitions of assisting in training and section 2.2 for acceptable Non Pro Activities.
You are not Non Pro eligible. Having someone else pay your entry fees counts as remuneration according to section 2.1.3.3 in the rulebook.
You are not Non Pro eligible because you've accepted remuneration for riding horses within the last five years, even if it's in a different discipline. Please see section 2.1 in the NRCHA rulebook.

You are probably Non Pro eligible!

To become an official Non Pro with the NRCHA, you'll need to declare your status by filling out a Non Pro application and declaration. It will be reviewed by the Non Pro committee. Keep in mind, you'll need to do this yearly. This should be done a month or more before you show, as approval can take up to 30 days.
Gem State Stock Horse Association Non Pro status is a bit more casual. Our show secretary and Board of Directors keeps an eye on entries as they come in and flags ones that we believe don't qualify for Non Pro status. We'll reach out to you if there's a problem with your entry, but there's no need to apply for Non Pro status if you'll only be entering our Club Show classes.
If the difference between NRCHA and Gem State seems confusing, don't worry! We're getting to that part!
Are you interested in Open AND Non Pro classes?
Non Pros can compete in Open divisions without affecting their Non Pro eligibility as long as they show a horse they own.

On to leveling - Open divisions.

"Leveling" makes sure that there's a place for everyone by limiting what divisions you can enter based on how much money you've won.
You can always enter up and compete against people who have won more than you.

Do you want to show Gem State or NRCHA?
Gem State Stock Horse Association shows have both Club classes and NRCHA classes.

Gem State Club Classes are cheaper to enter and are a great way to get started showing cowhorses. If you show in the same class at all three GSSHA shows, you could win one of our awesome year-end prizes. Gem State classes pay a very small amount of prize money that do not count toward you or your horse's earnings.

National Reined Cowhorse Association (NRCHA) classes pay bigger checks because they have extra money added and more expensive entry fees. The money you win in these classes goes to you and your horse's lifetime earnings. They can also qualify you for Regional awards, or allow you to compete at the annual World Show.

You're welcome to enter both Gem State and NRCHA classes at our shows. This doesn't mean you'll show twice. You'll pay two entry fees and your run will be competitive in both organizations.
So, do you want to show Gem State or NRCHA?
How much money have you won in Cowhorse events?
If you're not sure, head to NRCHA.com and look up your earnings. You can also use a service like EquiStat.
How much total money have you won in NRCHA approved cowhorse events?
Include Open and Non Pro earnings. If you're not sure, head to NRCHA.com and look up your earnings. You can also use a service like EquiStat.
Are you on the NRCHA Top 120 Rider List?
You can find this list on the NRCHA website. It's the total earnings in Open NRCHA approved events for the past three years combined, so be sure to check it yearly.
Are you on the NRCHA Top 30 Rider List?

Open Gem State Classes

How specific do you want to get?
Because you're an Open rider that's won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle Spectacular
  • Open Super Spectacular
Because you're an Open rider that's won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Futurity
  • Open Derby
  • Open Hackamore
  • Open Two Rein
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle Spectacular
  • Open Super Spectacular
How old is your horse?
You're going to have to wait a year.

Sorry, but we don't offer classes for two year olds. If you're a current member, you're welcome to bring them to our shows to ride around!
Your horse is 3 and you've won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity


Your horse is 3 and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Futurity
Want to know something slightly technical and confusing?
You can technically show your three year old in the Bridle, Two Rein, and Super Spectacular classes. These classes are not age dependent, but they do require the horse to be shown in an NRCHA legal bridle.

If you show your horse in a bridle or two rein, it begins its one and only two rein year (see section 3.7 of the NRCHA rule book).

If you show your three year old down the fence in the bridle, you are no longer eligible to show it in the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity (see section 10.6.1.3).

Sorry if that's confusing. We did give you fair warning!
Your horse is 4 or 5 and you've won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Open Hackamore
  • Limited Open Hackamore


Your horse is 4 or 5 and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Derby
  • Open Hackamore


Has your horse been shown down the fence in the bridle or two rein before this show season?
If it was at a horse sale, it doesn't count.
Your horse is 6 or older, has never been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Two Rein
  • Open Bridle
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle Spectacular
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has previously been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Bridle
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle Spectacular
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has never been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Two Rein
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle Spectacular
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has previously been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle Spectacular
  • Super Spectacular


Open NRCHA Classes

Because this Class + Eligibility Finder is tailored to shows put on by Gem State Stock Horse Association, there might be some differences between the classes you see in these lists and what your nearest affiliate offers. Ask your show secretary if you're confused!
How specific do you want to get?
Because you're an Open rider that's won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Intermediate Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Super Spectacular
Because you're an Open rider that's won between $15,000 and $20,000

You can show in the classes without a strikethrough:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Intermediate Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Super Spectacular
Because you're an Open rider that's won more than $20,000 and are not on the Top 120 Rider List

You can show in the classes without a strikethrough:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Intermediate Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Super Spectacular
Because you're an Open rider on the Top 120 Rider List

You can show in the classes without a strikethrough:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Intermediate Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Super Spectacular
Because you've won over $350,000, you're not eligible to fall back to the Limited Open even if you are not on the top 120 list.

You can show in the classes without a strikethrough:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Intermediate Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Super Spectacular
You probably know this already, but because you're an Open rider on the Top 30 Rider List

You can show in the classes without a strikethrough:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Intermediate Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Open Super Spectacular
How old is your horse?
You're going to have to wait a year.

Sorry, but we don't offer classes for two year olds. If you're a current member, you're welcome to bring them to our shows to ride around!
Your horse is 3 and you've won less than $20,000

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity


Your horse is 3 and you've won more than $20,000 but you are not on the Top 120 Rider List.

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity


Your horse is 3 and you've won less than $20,000

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity


Your horse is 3 and you are on the Top 120 Rider List.

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity


Your horse is 3 and you are on the Top 30 Rider List.

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity


Your horse is 3 and you have won over $350,000. This means you can't fall back to the Limited, even if you are not on the top 120 list.

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Futurity
  • Limited Open Futurity
  • Intermediate Open Futurity
  • Open Futurity


Want to know something slightly technical and confusing?
You can technically show your three year old in the Bridle, Two Rein, and Super Spectacular classes. These classes are not age dependent, but they do require the horse to be shown in an NRCHA legal bridle.

If you show your horse in a bridle or two rein, it begins its one and only two rein year (see section 3.7 of the NRCHA rule book).

If you show your three year old down the fence in the bridle, you are no longer eligible to show it in the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity (see section 10.6.1.3).

Sorry if that's confusing. We did give you fair warning!
Your horse is 4 or 5 and you've won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore


Your horse is 4 or 5 and you've won between $15,000 and $20,000

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore


Your horse is 4 or 5, you've won more than $20,000 and are not on the Top 120 Rider List.

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore


Your horse is 4 or 5 and you are on the Top 120 Rider List.

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore


Your horse is 4 or 5 and you have won more than $350,000. You are not eligible to fall back to the Limited Open even if you are not on the top 120 Rider List.

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore


Your horse is 4 or 5 and you are on the Top 30 Rider List.

You can show in the:
  • Level One Open Derby
  • Limited Open Derby
  • Intermediate Open Derby
  • Open Derby
  • Limited Open Hackamore
  • Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • Open Hackamore


Has your horse been shown down the fence in the bridle or two rein before this show season?
If it was at a horse sale, it doesn't count.
Your horse is 6 or older, has never been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has previously been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has never been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has previously been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has never been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has previously been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has never been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Super Spectacular


Your horse is 6 or older, has previously been shown down the fence in a bridle, and you've won more than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • Open Two Rein
  • Limited Open Bridle
  • Open Bridle
  • Super Spectacular


Open Gem State + NRCHA Classes

Because this Class + Eligibility Finder is tailored to shows put on by Gem State Stock Horse Association, there might be some differences between the classes you see in these lists and what your nearest affiliate offers. Ask your show secretary if you're confused!
Gem State and NRCHA classes are run concurrent at GSSHA shows. Does this make sense to you?
"Concurrent" means the classes run at the same time.

For example, if you enter both the Gem State Open Hackamore and the NRCHA Open Hackamore, you'll complete just one run. Your score will count towards both divisions, giving you a shot at a check in the NRCHA class and year-end points for the Gem State class.
How specific do you want to get?
Because you're an Open rider that's won less than $15,000

You can show in the:
  • NRCHA Level One Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Limited Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Limited Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Level One Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Derby
  • GSSHA Limited Open Derby
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Derby
  • NRCHA Open Derby
  • GSSHA Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Two Rein
  • GSSHA Open Two Rein
  • NRCHA Limited Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Limited Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Bridle Spectacular
Because you're an Open rider that's won between $15,000-$20,000,

You can show in the:
  • NRCHA Level One Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Limited Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Limited Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Level One Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Derby
  • GSSHA Limited Open Derby
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Derby
  • NRCHA Open Derby
  • GSSHA Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Two Rein
  • GSSHA Open Two Rein
  • NRCHA Limited Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Limited Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Bridle Spectacular
Because you're an Open rider and you've won more than $20,000 and are not on the top 120 Rider List

You can show in the:
  • NRCHA Level One Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Limited Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Limited Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Level One Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Derby
  • GSSHA Limited Open Derby
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Derby
  • NRCHA Open Derby
  • GSSHA Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Two Rein
  • GSSHA Open Two Rein
  • NRCHA Limited Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Limited Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Bridle Spectacular
You're an Open rider and you are on the top 120 Rider List

You can show in the:
  • NRCHA Level One Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Limited Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Limited Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Level One Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Derby
  • GSSHA Limited Open Derby
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Derby
  • NRCHA Open Derby
  • GSSHA Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Two Rein
  • GSSHA Open Two Rein
  • NRCHA Limited Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Limited Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Bridle Spectacular
You're an Open rider and you have won more than $350,000. This means you cannot fall back to the Limited Open, even if you are not on the top 120 list.

You can show in the:
  • NRCHA Level One Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Limited Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Limited Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Level One Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Derby
  • GSSHA Limited Open Derby
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Derby
  • NRCHA Open Derby
  • GSSHA Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Two Rein
  • GSSHA Open Two Rein
  • NRCHA Limited Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Limited Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Bridle Spectacular
You're an Open rider and you are on the top 120 List.

You can show in the:
  • NRCHA Level One Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Limited Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Limited Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Open Futurity
  • GSSHA Open Futurity
  • NRCHA Level One Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Derby
  • GSSHA Limited Open Derby
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Derby
  • NRCHA Open Derby
  • GSSHA Open Derby
  • NRCHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Limited Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Hackamore
  • GSSHA Open Hackamore
  • NRCHA Open Two Rein
  • GSSHA Open Two Rein
  • NRCHA Limited Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Limited Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Intermediate Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Bridle
  • GSSHA Open Bridle
  • NRCHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Super Spectacular
  • GSSHA Open Bridle Spectacular

On to leveling - Non Pro divisions.

"Leveling" makes sure that there's a place for everyone by limiting what divisions you can enter based on how much money you've won.
You can always enter up and compete against people who have won more than you.

Once you've passed the earnings thresholds, though, you can't enter into the lower divisions anymore.
Do you want to show Gem State or NRCHA?
Gem State Stock Horse Association shows have both Club classes and NRCHA classes.

Gem State Club Classes are cheaper to enter and are a great way to get started showing cowhorses. If you show in the same class at all three GSSHA shows, you could win one of our awesome year-end prizes. Gem State classes pay a very small amount of prize money that do not count toward you or your horse's earnings.

National Reined Cowhorse Association (NRCHA) classes pay bigger checks because they have extra money added and more expensive entry fees. The money you win in these classes goes to you and your horse's lifetime earnings. They can also qualify you for Regional awards, or allow you to compete at the annual World Show.

You're welcome to enter both Gem State and NRCHA classes at our shows. This doesn't mean you'll show twice. You'll pay two entry fees and your run will be competitive in both organizations.
So, do you want to show Gem State or NRCHA?

On to leveling - Open + Non Pro divisions.

"Leveling" makes sure that there's a place for everyone by limiting what divisions you can enter based on how much money you've won.
You can always enter up and compete against people who have won more than you.

Once you've passed the earnings thresholds, though, you can't enter into the lower divisions anymore.
Do you want to show Gem State or NRCHA?
Gem State Stock Horse Association shows have both Club classes and NRCHA classes.

Gem State Club Classes are cheaper to enter and are a great way to get started showing cowhorses. If you show in the same class at all three GSSHA shows, you could win one of our awesome year-end prizes. Gem State classes pay a very small amount of prize money that do not count toward you or your horse's earnings.

National Reined Cowhorse Association (NRCHA) classes pay bigger checks because they have extra money added and more expensive entry fees. The money you win in these classes goes to you and your horse's lifetime earnings. They can also qualify you for Regional awards, or allow you to compete at the annual World Show.

You're welcome to enter both Gem State and NRCHA classes at our shows. This doesn't mean you'll show twice. You'll pay two entry fees and your run will be competitive in both organizations.
So, do you want to show Gem State or NRCHA?
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