Concurrent Class FAQ

Q.   What are concurrently run classes and what classes can and can not be run concurrently?
This system allows a show to hold concurrently adjudicated classes at the same time/date in a single arena with identical AHA class codes using two different judges for each class.
All classes on the AHA class list including classes that can be run on open cards (working Hunter, Trail and Sport Horse in hand) may be run concurrently.
Regional, National and Dressage classes cannot be run utilizing this system.

Q.   How do we apply for approval to hold a show with concurrently run classes?
Two recognition fees (one per judge) must be submitted to the AHA office along with one show application per Judge, plus a Post recognition fee per horse per judge must be submitted with the show results.

Q.   Why have I been issued two numbers for my show?
For record keeping purposes only, AHA will utilize two recording numbers, i.e. results for Judge A will be recorded under one recording number and Judge B under another. The show will be listed under one show name with the designation of Show I or Show II to differentiate the results for Judge A and B. USEF will issue only one number for your show.

Q.   Can my show qualify for two different Regions?
Yes, a show utilizing concurrently run classes may qualify for two different Regions. Concurrently run classes qualifying for two different Regions must obtain approval from each Regional Director. Results for one judge will qualify for one region and results for the other judge will qualify for the other. Prize lists must specify the qualifying Region for each judge.

Q.   Do exhibitors have to pay double AHA fees?
No, only one Single Event Membership needs to be submitted for each owner, trainer, rider, driver, handler without current Competition Level Membership. Only one 9-90 Fee will be charged at a concurrently run show. Please submit these fees with the results under the lower of the two recording numbers. A post recognition fee per horse per judge must be submitted with results.

Q.   How do I submit results for concurrently run classes?
Results must be submitted separately under the appropriate recording number. Required lists, forms, payments and hardcopy must be submitted with the results for each Judge.

Q.   Can Sweepstakes classes be run concurrently?
Yes, any Sweepstakes class may be run once under each judge. Sweepstakes Points will be awarded for each judge's placings.

Q.   Can concurrently run classes be offered as TBA's?
Yes, be sure to denote in your prize list that these classes will be concurrently judged classes. Also, please state in your prize list whether the exhibitor is responsible for paying one or two class fees to add a concurrently run class from the TBA list. It will be up Show Management to determine how many fees you wish to charge (one or two).

Q.   Can I offer concurrently run Championship classes?
Yes, a show holding concurrently run classes may run a Championship class once per Judge. However, if you offer classes which are not being concurrently run under two separate judges at your show, COMP 301.15.will apply. This rule allows for only one Championship class with the same title.

Q.   If I choose to offer concurrently run classes at my show do I have to run all my classes that way?
No you do not; however AHA encourages a show to run all classes under both judges. Dressage classes are the exception as they cannot be run concurrently.

Q.   Can exhibitors in concurrently run classes choose to be judged by only one Judge and choose which Judge they want to be judged by?
No, exhibitors in concurrently run classes will always be judged by both Judges.

Q.   Do I need to allow more time in my class schedule for concurrently run classes?
Yes, you will probably want to allow more time per class for concurrently run classes due to the fact that you will need extra time to present the awards for both Judges.

Q.   Are there any additional fees for running a show utilizing concurrently run classes?
Existing late fees and added class fees apply to concurrently run classes. A penalty per judge will be assessed if the prize list is not postmarked and submitted to the AHA office within 30 days of the first day of the show. An office fee per judge will be assessed to a show that submits a prize list without AHA class codes. Once a prize list has been received by the AHA office, a per class fee per Judge will be charged for added classes including TBA classes and/or TBA time slots. The fee for late results will be charged per Judge.