ApHANZ Membership

Breed, Compete, Admire

Become a Member

Our members are as unique and diverse as the horses themselves.

By belonging to ApHANZ you are actively participating in the preservation, growth and development of Appaloosa in New Zealand, while uniting over this shared passion.

Register your Appaloosa

There is no better way to secure the value of your Appaloosa than to register it with ApHANZ - New Zealand's official Appaloosa breed registry. An ApHANZ registration certificate acts as an identification card giving you proof of appearance, brands, age, parentage and compliance to breed standards.

Compete with your Appaloosa

When you’re a member of ApHANZ and you compete with a registered Appaloosa, you are eligible to enter a variety of ApHANZ Awards.

ApHANZ recognises points earned from placing’s in competition when events are run under the jurisdiction of a range of organisations.

Reasons to Join Us

COMMUNITY

Joining ApHANZ isn't just about owning an Appaloosa; it's about being part of a vibrant and supportive community.

We provide the exclusive opportunity to officially register your Appaloosa horses, ensuring their pedigree is recognised and recorded. Your membership opens the door to a network of fellow enthusiasts and a chance to have your horse's achievements in all equestrian sports gain the recognition they deserve.

RESOURCES

As an ApHANZ member, you'll gain access to a wealth of specialised knowledge about caring for and breeding Appaloosas.

Our Breed Handbook is a valuable resource for registering, breeding or showing, and our Seasonal E-newsletter shares the latest insights and information. This ensures you're always up to date with breed standards, best practices, and the latest news, helping you become a more successful Appaloosa owner.

AWARDS

Whether you’re a competitive trail rider, show jumper, eventer, western rider or you do a bit of everything, the Appaloosa is capable of being the overall package.

It’s not unusual to see an Appaloosa doing all of these disciplines and more. ApHANZs members competing with a registered Appaloosa are eligible for a variety of ApHANZ Awards.

Become a Member

Our members are important to us, whether you own or compete with an Appaloosa, are a breeder, or simply admire these remarkable horses and want to learn more

- be a part of our ApHANZ community!

Join us in actively participating in the preservation, growth and development of Appaloosa in New Zealand.

Membership year is from 1 August to 31 July. Ensure you keep your membership up-to-date to retain your membership privileges.

Membership includes:

Eligibility to register your Appaloosa horses
Opportunity to gain recognition for all equestrian sports
Invite to participate in shows, demonstrations and competitions
Subscription to Seasonal E-newsletter
Ability to become a Councillor and contribute to the future of the Association
Invite to attend the AGM and vote on key items
Membership Card and Breed Handbook

Membership Costs:

New individual (adult) membership – $80.00
Renewed individual membership – $70.00
New constituent membership – $105.00
Renewed constituent membership – $95.00
New family membership – $115.00
Renewed family membership – $105.00
Youth membership – $50.00

To join or renew your membership, please complete the form.

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Membership Form

Register your Appaloosa

Registering your Appaloosa with the Appaloosa Horse Association of New Zealand (ApHANZ) is the best way to secure the value of your horse and protect its unique place in the breed's history.

A registration certificate provides official recognition of your horse's identity, including its age, parentage, and compliance with breed standards.

It also allows you to participate in ApHANZ approved shows and competitive awards programs, and trace your horse's pedigree.

Join the proud community of registered Appaloosa owners and invest in your horse's future today!

ApHANZ offers two classifications of registration.

ApHANZ Studbook
This is the official registration for pedigree Appaloosas with verified parentage. Recording progeny and adult registration is now completed under the one step permanent registration.

Non-Studbook

This registry enables mares and geldings who are easily identifiable as having Appaloosa breeding by characteristics, coat colour or verified parentage through DNA or service certificate, but are ineligible to be registered in the ApHANZ Studbook.

A registration certificate is an official document so it's important that it is filled out truthfully, accurately and completely. Please refer to the Breed Handbook to help you identify your Appaloosa's colour, coat pattern, and markings. If you're unsure, email some photos to aphanzsecretary@outlook.com and we can give you a call.

Registration Fees:

One step Registration – $70
Duplicate registration certificate – $20.00
Transfer of ownership – $20.00
Pedigree – $20.00

Competing with your Appaloosa

Whether you’re a competitive trail rider, show jumper, eventer, western rider or you do a bit of everything, the Appaloosa is capable of being the overall package. It’s not unusual to see an Appaloosa doing all of these disciplines and more!

When you’re a member of ApHANZ and competing with a registered Appaloosa, you can enter a variety of ApHANZ Awards:

Annual Awards – using your points from August to July each year
National Show Awards – using points gained at the annual Nationals
Lifetime Awards – using all points ever calculated
Saddle Log Awards – based on your hours in the saddle

There are a number of factors that will determine the eligibility of points for any one competition. The Organisation (or rules) the event is being run under, the type of classes, the number of horses competing in the class, show or event. For full details on this please refer to the ApHANZ Handbook.

Points Recognised Organisations:

ApHANZ recognises points earned (from placing’s) in competition when events are run under the jurisdiction of the following organisations:

American Quarterhorse Association
NZ Federation of NZ Hunt Clubs
NZ Arab Society
NZ Cutting Horse Association
NZ Endurance Equestrian Sports
NZ Hack & Hunter Society
NZ Horse Society
NZ Polo Association
NZ Polo Crosse Association
NZ Pony Club Association
NZ Thoroughbred Marketing
NZ Rodeo Association
NZ Thoroughbred Racing
NZ Western Riding Federation
Royal Agricultural Society

Point Recognised Disciplines & Classes

Points earned by members riding registered horses are recognised in the following disciplines:

Endurance & Competitive Trail Rides (CTR)
Polo Crosse
Racing
Western
English
Youth Performance

Western

Halter, Adult Showmanship at Halter, Trail, Pleasure, Western Riding, Reining, Cutting, Working Cowhorse, Hunter under Saddle, Hunter Hack.

English

In-Hand Dressage, Show Jumping, Hack Hunter, Sport Horse, Horse Trials (Eventing), Show Hunter, Open English

Youth Performance

Youth Classes, Walk & Trot Leadline, Special Youth Costume, Western Performance, English Performance. (Excludes Halter / In-Hand Classes)

Become a member of ApHANZ to receive a copy of the ApHANZ Handbook as your ultimate reference guide when reviewing a horse's eligibility for registration.

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Endurance & Competitive Trail Rides (CTR)

Polo Crosse

Racing

English

In-Hand Dressage, Show Jumping, Hack Hunter, Sport Horse, Horse Trials (Eventing), Show Hunter, Open English

Western

Halter, Adult Showmanship at Halter,

Trail, Pleasure, Western Riding, Reining, Cutting, Working Cowhorse, Hunter under Saddle, Hunter Hack.

Youth Performance

(Excludes Halter / In-Hand Classes)

Youth Classes, Walk & Trot, Leadine, Special Youth Costume, Western Performance, English Performance