The Vermont Hunter Jumper Association (VHJA) is a non profit, volunteer-run organization which exists to promote and reward fun, educational and competitive experiences in horsemanship and sportsmanship while respecting the welfare of the horse and our members. Our organization operates under the guidelines of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) to provide a framework for safe competitions within which our members, at all levels, can set and attain goals on our circuit which may act as a gateway to regional and national competitions. Our mission is to encourage integrity, professionalism, camaraderie, sportsmanship and responsibility in all aspects of our organization.

The Vermont Hunter Jumper Association was organized in 2001 with the goals of promoting interest in horses and horsemanship, improving and standardizing the quality of horsemanship, and preparing riders to compete on a regional and national level. A further objective is to promote more competitions to be run in accordance with USEF standards.

VHJA is a non-profit corporation in accordance with the laws of the State of Vermont.

The annual meeting is held in November and special meetings are held at other times when deemed necessary.

VHJA is governed by officers and a board of directors consisting of twelve members. There are several committees responsible for rules, show standards, year end banquet, and other functions. The slate of officers and directors for 2009 can be seen by clicking here