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NBEA Clubs

Club organizers - click here for NBEA Club membership and insurance information


 

The NBEA is partnering with Equine Guelph!

The NBEA is partnering with Equine Guelph to provide you short, easily-accessible online training programs on The Horse Portal . Stay up-to-date with the latest information on equine care and welfare.

 

NBEA Bronze Championships 2023

NBEA Championships - Class Placings


Amelia Munro & Louis - PreBeginner Hunter
CHAMPION

Amelia Munn & Louis - Junior Hack
Reserve Champion


Brook-Lynn Porter & Bella - Intro Hunter
CHAMPION


Brook-Lynn Porter & Bella - PreBeginner Hunter
Champion


Chelsea Cooke & Blue Wave - 3'3" Jumper
CHAMPION


Chelsea Cooke & Blue Wave - 3' Jumper
CHAMPION


Chelsea MacIsaac & Highway Rebel - Jr Hack
CHAMPION


Chelsea MacIsaac & Highway Rebel - Beginner Hunter
CHAMPION


Ella McKnight & Paparazzi - 2'3" Jumper
Reserve Champion


Emerson Keays & Can't Turn Me Down
2'6" Jumper - Reserve Champion


Emerson Keays & Can't Turn Me Down
Beginner Hunter - Reserve Champion


Faith Easton & Artemis - 2'3" Jumper
CHAMPION


Faith Easton & Jupiter - 3'3" Jumper
CHAMPION


Grace Stevevnson & Dancin' Street - 3' Jumper
Reserve Champion


Isabel MacLean & Oceanographic - Intro Hunter
Reserve Champion


Maya Fullerton & Atira - Pony Hack
Reserve Champion


Robbie ...

 

 

 

 

 

NBEA Bronze Championships 2019

Princess Louise Show Park, Sussex, N.B.
October 13th and 14th , 2019

Complete Class Results

Champions and Reserve Champions:


Intro Hunter
C: Aynsley Liptay and Because I Can
R: Isabelle Shepard and M. T. Pockets


Pre-Beginner Hunter
C: Shawna Rinzler-Johnston and Bellephina
R: Aynsley Liptay and Because I Can

Beginner Hunter:
C: Nicole Beaulieu and Handsome Sampson
R: Megan Charters and Stellar Storm


Low Hunter
C: Lily Thomas and Soprano K
R: Sophie Litalien I'm Kidden

3'3" Jumper
C:Grace Stevenson and Ever So Clever (shown)
R: Samantha Atkinson and Royal Runner



Pony Flat
C: Aynsley Liptay and Because I Can
R: Amelia Ritcey and On The Spot


Junior Flat
C: Mia Dumont and Dusting Down The Stars
R: Isabelle Shepard and M.T. Pockets


Senior Flat
C: Megan Charters Stellar Storm
R: Shawna Rinzler-Johnston and Bellephina


3'0" Jumper
C: Mia Dumont and Dusting Down The Stars
R:Alexandra Demers and Calita

2'6" ...

 

 

NBEA Stable Directory

Stable Owners!
► Do you have your Premi ses ID number for LIVESTOCK ? Learn more about this vital program here .

Watch the presentation from Dr. Nicole Wanamaker on the Premises ID for Livestock. Learn how it works and why it's so important for anyone who keeps even one horse or livestock animal on their property.
► Eligible for the NB Farm Business Registry ? Learn more here.
Farm Business Registry application form


 

Governance

The New Brunswick Equestrian Association serves as the umbrella organization for equestrian sport and recreation activities in the province, apart from racing. It serves as a liaison with the national governing body, Equestrian Canada, and as a funding conduit for Sport New Brunswick, supporting athlete development, coaching certification, and officials training. The NBEA also strives to provide educational resources to owners, stable managers, and riders in matters of safety, horse welfare, risk management, and biosecurity.

New Brunswick Equestrian Association
900 Hanwell Road, Unit 31
Fredericton NB E3B 6A2

Tel: (506) 454-2353
Fax: (506) 454-2363
Email: [email protected]

 

LTED

"Long Term Equestrian Development". Sounds fancy. But what does it have to do with you?
A lot! Please read on!

Every person who picks up a pair of reins has taken their first step along the equestrian Pathway . This Pathway details the progression of a rider from their very first experience all the way to the Olympic podium. Each rider decides how far along the pathway they'll travel, but the journey has been mapped out to ensure safe and successful learning.
One of the components of the Pathway is the Long Term Equestrian Development program. Started nationwide in 2007, this program takes riders from their current lesson program and guides them through a set of specialized lessons, training sessions, and off-horse seminars, taking them further along the Pathway and into a Team competition experience.
In years past, the NBEA's Long Term Equestrian Development (LTED) program has focused on riders new to the disciplines, on riders new to competition, and on coach development. These ...

 

[Language English]Rider Level Funding

Attention Coaches and Riders – the NBEA is proud to support the learning efforts of riders through subsidy funding:

 

Governance

The New Brunswick Equestrian Association serves as the umbrella organization for equestrian sport and recreation activities in the province, apart from racing. It serves as a liaison with the national governing body, Equestrian Canada, and as a funding conduit for Sport New Brunswick, supporting athlete development, coaching certification, and officials training. The NBEA also strives to provide educational resources to owners, stable managers, and riders in matters of safety, horse welfare, risk management, and biosecurity.
New Brunswick Equestrian Association
900 Hanwell Road, Unit 31
Fredericton NB E3B 6A2

Tel: (506) 454-2353
Fax: (506) 454-2363
Email: [email protected]

2026 Board of Directors
NBEA CONSTITUTION

Board of Directors 2027 Nominations Package

New Brunswick Equestrian Association Membership... Everyone should have it... lesson students, barn staff, grooms, volunteers, parents... We all know that NBEA membership is "a must" for coaches, competitors, judges, etc. But why should the everyday rider, weekly lesson student, or parent be an NBEA member?

 


$500.00 Grant
Obtaining your Coaching Certification is an important life-time achievement. As a certified Equestrian Canada Instructor of Beginners or Coach, your clients and students will know that you have achieved the highest standards in Canada for equestrian coaching, and adhere to best-practices in coaching. The NBEA would like to recognize the time, hard work, and dedication that go into achieving this goal, by offering a $500 grant to up to 10 applicants, upon successful completion of their Instructor of Beginners or Coach certification. Once you have successfully completed your certification assessment and have all your components up-to-date, your Coaching Coordinator will notify the NBEA office to issue your $500 grant.

$30 Prep Course
In addition, Instructor and Coach Candidates are invited to register to be eligible to attend two coaching prep workshops for the price of $30.
Download details and registration forms here .

Acera Insurance is the official insurance provider to the New Brunswick Equestrian Association and its members.
SPECIAL NOTICE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING WILD FIRES AND INSURANCE COVERAGE -click for details
We are also obliged to advise that no new insurance coverage can be placed when an active wildfire is less than 50 km away. This includes the optional coverage for Tack and Members Named Perils horse insurance.


AUTOMATIC INSURANCE COVERAGE for current NBEA Members

► $5,000,000 Personal Liability Insurance
Protects you, the member, if you are sued by a third party because a horse that you own or lease, ride or handle non-commercially, causes property damage or bodily injury to a third party. **Liability coverage is for non-commercial equine related activities. Some limitations and exclusions apply. Coverage is in force 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and covers the member (Canadian resident) anywhere in the world. (Exclusions apply for members who are ...

 

Officials

Are you interested in becoming an EC certified official?


FEI Steward Heather Findlay and certified course designer
Deanna Phelan enjoying the view at Spruce Meadows.
This could be you someday!


The NBEA would like to support you in your journey toward certification
as a steward, course designer, technical delegate, or judge.
Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions.

 

[Language English]Sport Funding Programs

Youth Bursary Program
Western, General Performance & Breed Sport  JUNIOR Riders
This year, the NBEA will assist junior members achieve their equestrian goals, awarding up to ten bursaries of $500 each.

 

Board of Directors

For all inquiries, please contact us at [email protected] . Queries intended for specific directors will be forwarded.
Note: No member of this Board or NBEA staff will ever solicit funds, wire transfers, urgent payments, or gift cards by email without prior phone verification or invoice.

 

Capital Zone - Show Free!

The Capital Region Equestrian Association is offering free competitions to Zone 3 riders attending their first sanctioned show:

Dressage Show - September 10th
Hunter-Jumper Show - September 17th

All riders who are:
NBEA members 2022
residents of NBEA Zone 3 - Capital Zone
competing in their first Equestrian Canada sanctioned Bronze or Gold show

are eligible for free entry. All costs will be covered - class fees, drug, levy, and admin fees.

Simply contact Nancy at [email protected] by the show entry deadline and let her know you are a Zone 3 member and will be submitting your entry. Once she confirms your membership, she'll give you instructions for entering the show.

Attending the Dressage Show? Even better!
All Zone 3 riders who compete for free at the Capital Region Dressage Show may attend the dressage clinic the next day...for FREE! Judge Donna McInnis, a dressage Competition Coach Specialist, will be back on Sunday for a dressage clinic. Riders who attended the show through this ...

 

Club Forms

♦ NBEA Club Membership FORM 2026
♦ NBEA Club Membership FORM 2026 - fillable
♦ Club Insurance FAQ and Application 2026
♦ Equine Clubs Directors & Officers Liability
♦ Request for Assistance from the NBEA

 

Sanctioned Competitions in New Brunswick 2026


Dates and prize lists will be posted here as we receive them from competition organizers.
Listed competitions are sanctioned by Equestrian Canada unless otherwise noted
Competitions sanctioned by the AQHA, NBMHC, or NBPHA are listed as a courtesy, as they run under a national or international governing body.
Unsanctioned shows are not listed by the NBEA - Read more about the difference here.

EC Statement - SAFE SPORT at SANCTIONED COMPETITIONS

 

Call for Nominations

Call for Nominations to the NBEA Board of Directors

Information and Forms

 

Coaching Programs in New Brunswick

THE COACHING PROGRAM IN NEW BRUNSWICK
The NBEA administers and promotes the Equestrian Canada Certified Coaching Program and their Coaches and Instructors. National standards for equestrian coaching programs are developed by the National Coaching Committee of Equestrian Canada, in conjunction with the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC), the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) and Equestrian Canada (EC). The program for Competition Coaches and Instructor of Beginners is administered in each province by the Provincial Sport Office on behalf of Equestrian Canada. Disciplines included in the EC programs are Western, English, Saddle Seat and Driving.

The Equestrian Canada Coaching programs are designed to provide coaches/instructors with the tools necessary to improve athlete development. Whether it is certification programs, clinics, mentorship, or high performance. Ultimately the goal is to provide the equestrian with the best possible experience and skills. By entering the ...

 

Rider Level Evaluation Clinic and Coaching Symposium

Mark your calendar for the weekend of April 27th and 28th . The NBEA is presenting a full weekend of coaching and rider level PD, including a rider level evaluation updating clinic on Saturday, and a coaching symposium all day on Sunday.


Saturday, April 27
Geary Hill Stables,
Geary, N.B.

English coaches and instructors who test Rider Levels must attend the update clinic being held at Geary Hill Stables. This is required training for Rider Level Evaluators, as well as current coaches/instructors who wish to become tester. Sessions will incorporate a focus on Rider Level Paperwork. Topics to be covered include:

EC & NBEA Rider Level Evaluator Protocol
Presentation of "Rider Levels 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10 Challenge” Rubrics
Rider Level Stable Management Including: Temperature/Pulse/Respiration, Bandaging, Blanketing
Rider Levels on the Flat; Rider Level Lunging (5 + 6/8); and Rider Level Over Fences – Gymnastic & Course. 



This training is also valuable for candidates ...

 

[Language English]Information for Competition Organizers

Nationally Sanctioned Competitions - Gold, Silver, Bronze


From Equestrian Canada...
♦ Competition Organizers List of Resources
♦ Competition Administration Policy - CAP - changes shown
♦ Competition Administration Policy - CAP - clean version
♦ Rule Books for all Disciplines
♦ EC Guidelines for Coach status , including Temporary Coach status
♦ EC Safe Sport at Sanctioned Competitions

From the NBEA...
► Application for NBEA Competition Officials/Biosecurity Funding
► NBEA Bronze Year-End awards - eligible classes descriptions
► NBEA Bronze Year-End awards - eligible classes MSWord version for copy-and-paste
♦♦ Show Results Reporting Form for NBEA Bronze Year-End Points

ACERA Competition & Clinic Insurance Application

Resources

The NBEA's competition contact, Heather Findlay , and Equestrian Canada's competition contact (1-866-282-8395 ext. 141), will be happy to answer questions regarding sanctioned competition.
EC Competition Administration Policy
EC Competition Application
Important Notice to EC Competition Organizers & Stewards
Rule Books for all disciplines
General information for organizers of EC competitions


Provincially Sanctioned Competitions:
NBEA Sanctioning Requirements For Provincially Sanctioned Competitions DRESSAGE
NBEA Sanctioned Competition Application Form - Dressage
NBEA Sanctioned Horse Show/Event Certificate of Insurance
NBEA Sanctioned Competition Report - Dressage
NBEA Sanctioned Competition Judge's Report - Dressage

NEW Bronze Competitions
Funding for NEW Bronze Competitions
Registration for Bronze Competition Funding

Year End Awards
2017 NBEA Year End Awards
2018 NBEA Year End Awards

 

Trail Riding

Atlantic Canada Trail Riding Association
Atlantic Canada Trail Riding Association (ACTRA) was formed in 1980 to promote distance riding, standardize the judging of same, encourage good horsemanship, promote the use of sound and sensible riding mounts, and above all to enjoy your mount in the company of people with the same interest.
ACTRA presently recognizes five forms of distance riding; Competitive Trail Ride (CTR), Introductory Distance Ride (IDR), Judged Pleasure Rides (JP), Ride and Tie, and Endurance Rides.


Facebook
Be sure to join the NBEA Facebook Group "New Brunswick Trail Riders ", to connect with other riders in your area for group rides, or to find new trail buddies!


The New Brunswick Equestrian Association, in conjunction with Equestrian Canada and the Government of New Brunswick's Sport Branch, is committed to supporting the safety and welfare of all equestrians participating in sport and recreational programs. The NBEA is also committed to the ongoing development of education and resources to create and protect the safe and respectful environment that all participants in equestrian sport deserve.
Policies and procedures for addressing Safe Sport concerns in New Brunswick are being expanded and will be posted here as soon as they are finalized. Current policies regarding conduct, harassment, etc. may be found on the Governance web page.

New Brunswick Equestrian Association
♦ SAFE SPORT POLICY
♦ Other Safe Sport Policies related to our membership
♦ CONCUSSION RESOURCES

Safe Sport NB

NB Safe Sport Complaint Mechanism - GUIDELINES
NBSSCM Dispute Resolution Policies


When a dispute isn't serious enough ...

 

TUNE-UP TUESDAYS

Master coach and international athlete Carol Mulholland leads us through some general fitness sessions, with an eye to what the equestrian body needs.
Work at your own pace.
Brought to you by the Capital Region Equestrian Association - Zone 3
and the NBEA!

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Week 4


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Week 6


Week 7

Week 8

 

Atlantic Canada Equestrian Championships

Four teams of equestrian athletes, under the auspices of the New Brunswick Equestrian Association (NBEA), will be participating in the second annual Atlantic Canada Equestrian (ACE) Championships later this show season. Horses and riders who qualify for the teams will represent the Province in the competitive disciplines of Dressage, Eventing, Jumping and Reining.

Watch for 2018 LTED/ACE Championships details here soon!

 

[Language English]Competition Organizers

See also: "Info for Competition Organizers" page

 

 

 

 

 

Zone/Regional Information

The New Brunswick Equestrian Association is an umbrella organization for the province. Individual regional zones may each be represented by a zone committee.

 

Purchase or Renew Membership

Benefits of Membership
Insurance Coverage and Add-ons

 

 

 

 

Volunteer Recognition Program

We ♥ our VOLUNTEERS!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How To Become A Certified Instructor Or Coach

Why Become Certified?
Click here!
Obtaining a certificate is an important life-time achievement . As a certified EC/NCCP Coach or Instructor, clients, students, and parents will know that you have achieved the highest standards in Canada for equestrian coaching, adhere to best-practices, have training in safety, first aid, & safe sport, and are screened and insured.

 

 

 

 

 

Mission statement

The New Brunswick Equestrian Association is an umbrella organization for all equestrian activities and promotes horsemanship at all skill levels through education.

 

NB Equestrian Athletes bring home silver and bronze medals from the inaugural Atlantic Canada Equestrian Championships

Fredericton, NB – August 31, 2017 – "We are thrilled with the performance of our Training and First Level Dressage teams during the first phase of these inaugural Atlantic Canada Equestrian Championships," said Deanna Phelan, President of the New Brunswick Equestrian Association. "The riders and their horses had to qualify for positions on the provincial team and then train together as a team with coach Donna McInnis.

 

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Membership & Insurance

Membership Application - new and renewals

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Officials

Certified Officials
Adams, Karla Campbell Sett Steward - Recorded


Brown, Dawn Collina, NB Dressage Steward - Senior
General Steward - Senior


Findlay, Heather Bath, NB FEI Level 2 Jump Steward
Steward - Senior
Dressage Steward - Senior


MacKenzie, Melissa Saint John Steward - Recorded


McInnis, Donna Moncton, NB Dressage Judge - Medium
General Performance Judge - Recorded
Judge Eventing TR-D


Phelan, Deanna Geary, NB EC Senior Hunter and Jumper Course Designer
General Performance Judge - Recorded


Phelan, Valerie Geary, NB Equitation Hunter Seat - Senior Judge
General Performance Judge - Provincial
Hack - Senior Judge
Hunter - Senior Judge
Jumper - Senior Judge


Straight, Matthew Norton, NB EC Level 1 Eventing Course Designer


Touchie, ...

 

 

Covid-19 Documents for Competitions and Events

For Hosts and Organizers
Competitions, LTED, Non-competitive Events

THE PATH TO GREEN
June 21, 2021

Instructions for Organizers

To be completed by riders/participants or guardians and submitted to Organizer with entry:
1a. Acknowledgement of Risk/Waiver – over age of majority (fillable)
or
1b. Acknowledgement of Risk/Waiver – under age of majority (fillable)



To be completed by adults before attending:
Passive Screening Questionairre


To be utilized by Compliance Officer at the entrance to event:
Information Gathering Form

Other resources
► Covid-19 Screening Questionnaire - poster
► How to Self-Monitor - poster
► Wear your mask poster
► Physical Distancing poster
► Hand Washing poster
► Statements from other agencies

 

Year End Award Results


2024 Year-End Results
2023 Year-End Results
2022 Year-End Results
2021 Year-End Results
Due to Covid-19, numbers of competitions in NB were reduced. Y ear-end awards were not tabulated for 2020.
2019 Year-End Results
2018 Year-End Results

Which classes count toward year-end awards? Click to see.

 

Competition Results 2024

Dressage New Brunswick Bronze/Gold #1
Geary Hill Stables Equestrian Challenge #1
Geary Hill Stables Equestrian Challenge #2
Dressage New Brunswick Bronze/Gold #2
Capital Region Combined Test
Foshay South Eventing - Hunter/Jumper Show
Foshay South Eventing - Combined Tests
Dressage New Brunswick Bronze/Gold #3