United States Eventing Association

The American Eventing Championships are still about eight months away, giving you plenty of time to get qualified and make plans to attend this fabulous eventing festival! The AEC will be held for the third year in a row at the picturesque Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, Illinois on September 10-13.

The complete qualifications for the 2009 American Eventing Championships have been posted on the AEC page, along with a "cheat sheet" to break down the qualification criteria into an easy-to-read format.

The qualifying period runs from July 29,2008 - August 25, 2009.

We're pleased to announce that we've added Championships points for placing at the AEC this year! We feel our members and their horses deserve an extra reward for placing well at the national championships. Up until now "bonus" points were not awarded for any championship - this will be the first time and it is only applicable to the AEC. Be sure to check out the new points system!

Download the AEC Qualifications PDF (429K)

Download the AEC Qualifications "Cheat Sheet" PDF (348K)

Download the AEC Championships Points PDF (105K)

Please read the complete qualifications prior to entering the AEC - if you have any questions on qualifications, please contact USEA Director of Sports Services Sharon Gallagher at [email protected] or call 703-779-0440 ext. 3005.

Looking to save some gas money on your way to the AEC this year? Don't forget the USEA Ride Share program! We encourage our members and all horse enthusiasts to utilize this helpful tool to save money during this tough economic time. It's FREE and easy to use!

Interested in sponsorship of the USEA's national championships? The USEA is always looking to partner with new companies to help promote the AEC. AEC competitors have always enjoyed the fabulous prizes and cash provided by our generous sponsors - come join the party and find out what the USEA can do for you! Contact the USEA Director of Sponsorship Jan Zwak at [email protected] or call 1-612-747-9674.