The National Capital Horse Trials Association (NCHTA) was formed in 1981 by enthusiastic equestrians to make the sport of Eventing accessible to local riders in Canberra and the surrounding districts. Since then, the association’s membership has grown and its activities have broadened in scope. The construction of high-quality cross-country facilities has enabled the club to organise high-level competitions, attracting some of Australia’s best eventers up to Olympic standards.
The NCHTA aims to promote the sport of Eventing within the structure of the Equestrian Australia (formerly EFA) rules and guidelines. It aims to promote safe, high-quality Horse Trials competitions, and to support its members in training and competition at all levels of the sport. Training days, clinics and competitions are held regularly, catering for all riders from beginner to higher levels. Annual awards are given to our most successfully competing members. Many members also compete successfully in competitions held by fellow ACT dressage and showjumping clubs.
Today’s NCHTA members represent many participants, including many junior riders. Members range from those who ride to enjoy the sport, to those with a keen competitive edge who will progress to competition at elite levels.
NCHTA manages the cross-country course and ongoing course building at Equestrian Park in Canberra. Every year, we produce exciting new courses. At present, two competitions; one to international standards and to 2*, are held annually.
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