UK Paint Horse Association

Our purpose is to...

- Promote and stimulate interest in the Paint Horse by encouraging Paint breeding for conformation and ability;
- Promote the Paint Horse as a breed;
- Promote the Paint Horse through horse shows, pleasure and trail riding, racing and all other activities of same nature;
- Promote Western & English riding and showmanship skills, working with other recognised associations, e.g. Western Equestrian Society (WES);
- Promote good horsemanship and good sportsmanship;
- Educate the public about the qualities of the Paint Horse and the American Paint Horse Association; and
- Encourage membership at both regional (UK Paint Horse Association) and national (APHA) levels
The UK Paint Horse Association (UK PHA) received its Official Charter from The American Paint Horse Association (APHA) in November 2001
If you have a Paint Horse you can do anything…













The Paint Horse is a very versatile breed, you can ride and compete in both English and Western disciplines

Join the UK Paint Horse Association Family
In addition to our shows and events we keep our members in touch with what is going on in the world of Paint Horses through our Quarterly UK Paint Horse Journal and PaintPoints newsletters.
We also have Regional Representatives who work with their local members and other Societies to help organise local get togethers and events.
We also have Regional Representatives who work with their local members and other Societies to help organise local get togethers and events.
If you've got it, flaunt it…

Paint Horses have definitely got it. We believe that seeing these fantastic, athletic horses in action is the best ways to promote this versatile breed.
We have member’s programmes in place which encourage and provide recognition for various activities throughout the year.
We have member’s programmes in place which encourage and provide recognition for various activities throughout the year.

Where can I go to show my Paint Horse?
UK PHA has worked with many of the major Western show organisers and Arenas to have Paint Horses classes included in their shows:-
Paint Alternative Competition

You can also earn PAC performance points for your Paint Horse at any recognised all-breed show.
Official APHA Rule Book
Click on the Book image below to link to the full rule book
2019 Rule Book Change Proposals
These Rule Book Change Proposals were voted on and passed by the 2017 Board of Directors a the 2018 APHA Annual Convention held in Irving, Texas, March 2nd - March 5th, 2018.
The rules become effective on January 1, 2019 unless early implementation was requested.
All text in bold letters indicates the change to the rule. If the entire rule is in bold letters the rule is considered an entirely new rule.
The rules become effective on January 1, 2019 unless early implementation was requested.
All text in bold letters indicates the change to the rule. If the entire rule is in bold letters the rule is considered an entirely new rule.
