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Interscholastic Equestrian Association Program > (IEA)

IEA was formed and organized to promote and improve the quality of equestrian competition and instruction available to middle and secondary school students. A non-profit organization, the IEA has grown each year. Beginning with just 200 participants, the IEA now has over 8,000 members in 32 states across North America.

Our CCF barn formed a chapter of the IEA, a non-profit called the “North Bay Equestrians”. Riders at our barn do not need to own a horse to participate in the IEA. Competition horses are provided for each IEA contestant.

IEA is for student equestrians in grades 6-12:
BENEFITS of IEA Competition

Opportunity to be a part of a team
Get show experience without owning a horse
Emphasis on Horsemanship and Sportsmanship
Helps riders become versatile (well rounded)
Opportunity to ride many types of horses
Prepares riders to experience college level competition.
Develop lifelong friendships through IEA
Diverse group of kids of different ages, different schools all coming together to compete as a team
Earn scholarships toward college education through awards in competition and through sportsmanship activities.

IEA Information

The unique aspect of the competitions, both at the local and national level, is that none of the riders need to supply their own horses or tack. Instead, the host team arranges for the horses and equipment. Since the horse is new to the rider, the scores are based upon horsemanship and equitation. All disciplines offer a variety of ability levels from beginner through advanced. The IEA has set guidelines for the placement of new riders entering the IEA to allow for the unique program format of riding an unfamiliar horse. The IEA is an affiliate of the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA), the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) and the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA)>

IEA MISSION
To introduce students in private and public middle and secondary schools to equestrian sports and to promote and improve the quality of equestrian competition and instruction.

IEA PURPOSE:
To set minimum standards for competition, provide information concerning the creation and development of school associated equestrian sport programs, promote the common interests of safe riding instruction and competition and education on matters related to equestrian sport at the middle and secondary school levels (primarily ages 11 through 19). To fulfill its purpose, the IEA offers guidance regarding the creation and development of school and/or barn associated equestrian programs. IEA coaches aim to develop understanding and appreciation of equestrian sports through organized student competitions and additional equine educational opportunities. Students have the opportunity to earn scholarships toward their college education through awards in competition and through sportsmanship activities.

IEA GOALS

To encourage recognition for middle and secondary school equestrians and to promote the equestrian as an
athlete.
To provide riders with organized competitive opportunities.
To introduce new riders to equine sports.
To promote the IEA among its constituencies.
To provide riders with opportunities to further their education in equine sports and equine-related matters.
To encourage liaison with other equestrian associations for the betterment of equestrian sports.
To encourage a higher standard of coaching and instruction.
To provide information concerning the creation and development of mounted and non-mounted equestrian programs.
To establish and enforce IEA rules, standards and policies. To keep pace with the continuing progress of equestrian sports and to encourage good horsemanship.
To generally promote the common interests of riding instruction and competition, and education on matters related to all segments of the horse industry.
To develop team and individual sportsmanship.
To establish a foundation to support the continuing mission of the IEA.