Do I have to be a member to ride at an endurance event?
No you don’t. You can join as a Day Member for our introductory or intermediate rides. Distances of 5km to 60km.
How do I become a member?
Becoming a member is easy. Our memberships are managed online by the national body of Endurance (AERA) Australian Endurance Riders Association. To enter you will need to create an account to log in.
What type of membership do I need?
There are several levels of membership depending on your level of experience, your ambitions and your age.
Adult membership
For riders older than 18 years, entitles you to enter any distance event (novice requirements must be met for rides longer than 80KM) Entitles you to vote in our AGM
Junior membership
For riders younger than 18 years, entitles you to enter any distance event (novice requirements must be met for rides longer than 80KM) Unable to vote in our AGM
Intermediate membership
The perfect membership for riders of any age who want to enjoy the sport of endurance at lower distances. Allows you to ride in Introductory and Intermediate events. Unable to vote in our AGM
Associate membership
Do you want to be a member but don’t ride? No worries this membership level is for you. Perfect for volunteers, trainers or owners of horses. Day membership must be purchased to ride in an event. Not eligible to vote in our AGM
Family membership
Want to join the entire family this is the membership for you. Includes two adults and any dependent children under 18 years who live at the same address to enjoy endurance.
Day membership
Available for riders who want to ride in an event without joining SAERA. Entitles you to ride in one event for one day. Eligible event distances for day membership are introductory and intermediate rides.
Personal Accident Cover
We have access to an excellent Personal Accident Cover Policy through AERA find out more and purchase here
What does it cost to become a member?
Our membership fees are listed here: 🔥New Membership or Renewal 2024 season
Do I need my own horse?
You may have a friend who has a horse you can ride. Trainers and or owners will often own horses and have riders who compete their horses for them.
Can I come along to a ride to watch?
Yes of course we welcome you with open arms. Here is a tip, volunteering at our rides is an excellent way to learn. Pick up tips and meet the upcoming and experienced endurance riders. There are plenty of roles available that will see you in the thick of the action. The best part is we treat our volunteers like Kings 👑and Queens 👑.
With thanks to NSW Endurance Riders Association
The following information was developed by the NSWERA. SAERA is grateful for the cross border collaboration and sharing of information about the wonderful sport of ENDURANCE
ENDURANCE – a long-distance equestrian competition