WELCOME  to NBHA District MA01

MA01 district has a reputation for consistently putting on shows in accordance with all NBHA rules, run efficiently, held in safe arenas with
good ground, and fun for everyone.

On the average, our district hosts between 12 and 14 NBHA sanctioned shows each year, and also participates in the MA State
Championships. We have a year end awards banquet and offer great awards for the top five riders in each division, along with special
recognition for our Little Wrangers.

We encourage our members to be involved with our district, through meetings, fund-raising, volunteering to work at shows, and
promoting the NBHA.  
The National Barrel Horse Association, headquartered in Augusta, Georgia, is the largest barrel racing organization in the world.  In 1992,
the NBHA revolutionized the barrel racing industry by pioneering the divisional format, which allows riders of all skill levels a chance to
win money and prizes in barrel racing competition.

NBHA has over 23,000 members of all ages across the United States and affiliates in five countries: Canada, Italy, France, Panama and the
Netherlands.

Divisional barrel racing, using the 4D format, is the heart of NBHA. Divisional barrel racing gives ALL competitors - from beginners to
professionals, from youth to seniors - a chance to compete, learn and succeed in barrel racing.  The Divisional format encourages riders
to improve their skills and work toward the higher Divisions, while still having a chance to be competitive.  

NBHA Members compete at District, State, National and World Championship levels.  Each state is divided into competition Districts where
members compete for money and prizes at a local level.  
The ultimate goal of NBHA competition is to qualify for the prestigious NBHA World Championships:  The Youth & Teen World
Championships, held the first week of August, and the Open & Senior World Championships are held in November annually.

Whether you're an experienced rodeo rider, a top futurity trainer, a weekend jackpot competitor or a beginning barrel racer, NBHA is right
for you!