Recognized Riding Academy Toolkit
The USHJA Recognized Riding Academy program aims to assist recognized lesson program in the marketing of their business to encourage sport growth, provide educational opportunities to the grassroots level of the sport, teach horsemanship to all generations, and help build a foundation for future riders. As a Recognized Riding Academy, you are invited to use these tools to promote your program and your relationship with the USHJA.
Below you will find one-click access to promotional resources that can help you advertise and market your business.
For Students/Riders
- Click here to celebrate exceptional students by awarding them with an RRA Honor! Receive FREE USHJA gear to reward riders who display excellent horsemanship, sportsmanship, and personal riding achievements.
- The RRA Lesson Horse Honor Roll celebrates a special lesson horse or pony for his dedication to developing riders. Nominate a prized lesson horse or pony today!
- Welcome potential new students to your program using this introductory “new rider” pamphlet.
- Introduce your students to USHJA with promo code RRASTUDENT2026 for a 50% discount on the Education membership.
- Get a $50 discount toward hosting a Mini EAP clinic that helps develop a strong educational foundation in the saddle and at the barn. Submit this form to education@ushja.org.
- Expand your clients’ horsemanship knowledge using the HQC Study Guide during the Horsemanship Quiz Challenge for both juniors and adults.
- Develop barn comradery during the Stable Challenge for an added challenge!
- Have an IHSA team? Get them involved in the IHSA Team Challenge too!
- Invite students to become USEF Interscholastic Athletes; a great program for riders to earn recognition by logging hours in the saddle.
Marketing and Promotions
- Request use of the USHJA and RRA logos for your website, social media, barn attire, business cards, etc. Email the form to sdorman@ushja.org.
- Looking for logo wear? Order hats, patches, clothing, saddle pads, and other RRA logo goodies.
- Share your Recognized Riding Academy status on your social media pages using these graphics for Instagram and Facebook. Don’t forget to tag US Hunter Jumper!
- Advertise your program in prize lists, magazines, and newspapers using this fillable flyer template. Input your RRA name and contact info to make the flyer unique to you.
- Recruit new clients with personalized program brochures using this fillable template. Just add your RRA name and contact info to make the brochure unique to you.
- Invite riders to participate in your riding clinics by posting them to the Directory of Clinics for free. Email the form to education@ushja.org.
- Submit a News Submission Form to share and showcase exciting things happening at your RRA your zone's eNews!
Education, Awards, and Show
- Employees of your Academy are invited to network, share, and learn via the USHJA Recognized Riding Academy private Facebook group. Be sure to remind them to answer the membership questions.
- Join us for an RRA-inspired webinar series and open RRA Committee meetings that focus on topics that matter to you.
- Host or attend USHJA Outreach competitions. Outreach memberships are free, but upgrade to an Education membership using the RRA promo code and be eligible for year-end awards.
- Enjoy discounted rates on select ribbons through Hodges Badge Company. Complete the form provided and email to awards@ushja.org for discounts.
- Enjoy discounted rates on select awards through Prize Possessions. Contact Prize Possessions directly for more information or to order.
- Check out these DEI tips and resources to help your lesson program become a more inclusive space.
For more information on the opportunities available to Recognized Riding Academies and their clients, visit www.ushja.org/ridingacademy or contact education@ushja.org.
