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Sporting Horse Racing in Australia

The governing body for Sport Horse Racing in Australia - bringing riders of all ages together through skill, stamina, and speed.

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2026 Season
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18 Race Meets
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Victoria & National Titles
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All Ages Welcome

What is Sporting Horse Australia?

Sport Horse Racing is possibly the most exciting thing you can do on a horse. We have a variety of fast and exciting races that test both horse and rider's skill, stamina, and speed.

Who it's for

Juniors, novices, and experts of all ages. Any breed can compete.

What you do

There are individual races where you compete against other horses, there are also individually timed events.

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Photo Gallery

Highlights from events and training days.
Barrel racing duo
Off the Track barrel racing
Senior rider in bending race
Rider rounding barrel
Racing at the Royal Show
Dark horse in action
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Upcoming Shows

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Membership

Membership made simple

Membership provides the following benefits:

  • Horse of the Year Series
    Eligibility to participate in the SHA Horse of the Year Series
  • Australian Championships
    Eligible to be selected to compete at the Australian Championships at the Royal Melbourne Show
  • No non-member fee
    Avoid the non-member fee at SHA held events
  • Insurance cover
    Public liability insurance on event days run by SHA
  • Voting rights
    Voting rights at SHA Annual General Meeting
Become a Member
Senior Rider Membership
$120
per season
Join now
Junior Rider Membership
$90
per season
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Associate Membership
$40
per season
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Family Packages
Family Membership Option 1 Save $70
$350
per season
Join now
Family Membership Option 2 Save $10
$250
per season
Join now

Average sign-up time: 2-3 minutes. Non-members pay a $20 fee per show. Compare all options

Junior rider at training day
Free Entry

New to Sport Horse Racing?

It's for everybody - all ages, all abilities, any breed of horse or pony. We hold "come and try" days to help you get started.

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Australia's Home of Sport Horse Racing

Sporting Horse Australia (SHA) is the governing body that oversees Sport Horse Racing in Australia, and it provides professionally run events across Victoria. We compete at some of the largest Agricultural Shows across the state and also hold our own events.

18
Race Meets
All
Ages Welcome
VIC
& National Titles
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Racing action at the arena

Uniforms

Order official gear online.

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Competitor’s Soft Shell Jacket

SHA Waterproof Soft Shell Jacket Standard Style - Straight/regular fit from armpit to waist Riders will be permitted to wear whilst racing Members will have their number printed on the jacket. Affiliates can also order the competitor's jacket with no number These jackets run large. We recommend measuring a well fitting jacket and comparing to the size chart to find your size. Please note these jackets will be placed on back order & the estimated turn around time is 5-6 weeks. Orders are processed on 1st of each month
$121.00 Buy

Hats

$25.00 Buy

Saddle Blanket

Make your horse stand out with a SHA Saddle Blanket in your race colours! There is a range of colours & styles available Please note estimated turn around time is 3 weeks.
$102.00 Buy

Competitor’s Polo Shirt

Please note the following: <ul> <li>Available in short or long sleeve</li> <li>The rider must be a member of SHA to purchase a rider polo top (with number).</li> <li>Non-riders/Members can order a polo top with no number on the back or sleeve.</li> <li><strong>We will be doing bulk orders, order closing date is the 1st of each month. Once an order is placed, the estimated turn around time is 5-6 weeks.</strong></li> </ul>
$54.00 Buy