The findings of the meeting are as follows:

  1. ECAHO and AHO discussed the show schedule to avoid clashes of dates for the upcoming season.
  2. ECAHO and AHO confirmed the cooperation on qualifications and use of judging systems and Officials as agreed in the original Memorandum from 7th February 2015.
  3. ECAHO and AHO will work together on organising educational course in ECAHO Member countries.

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11/03/2026

Important Update: Rescheduling of the 2026 ECAHO Annual General Meeting

11/03/2026

Zuzana Slavikova


Dear Delegates, In light of the recent situation in the Gulf region and the Middle East, the Executive Committee has been closely monitoring developments that may affect the travel and safety of our Members. Due to the ongoing uncertainty regarding travel possibilities for many of our delegates, the Executive Committee has decided, after careful consideration, to shift the dates of the Annual General Meeting.

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01/03/2026

Important announcement

01/03/2026

Zuzana Slavikova


Following the current situation in the Middle East , ECAHO would like to recommend the following:

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09/01/2026

"WALK-IN" rule validity

09/01/2026

Zuzana Slavikova


The Executive Committee has decided to align the validity of the current “walk-in” rule with that of the new Blue Book 2026.

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01/01/2026

NEW RULE - Entering the Arena in WALK

01/01/2026

Zuzana Slavikova


Please be aware that the Show Commission approved very important change of the rules (RCS, art. 22) - with effect since 1.1.2026 all horses at the shows must enter the ring in WALK ONLY.