07/28/2026
‼️Important reminder to all AFHA members:
As a volunteer committee, we have experienced several instances of disrespectful comments and behaviour before, during and after our events.
At the beginning of the season, all AFHA members reviewed and signed the AFHA Ground Rules, which outline the behaviour expectations for everyone attending our events. Despite this, there have been multiple instances where these expectations have not been met.
This post serves as a reminder to all members that respectful behaviour toward committee members, volunteers, riders, spectators and fellow members is expected at all times, zero exceptions. Continued incidents of disrespectful conduct may result in formal written warnings being issued.
Our committee members volunteer their time and efforts because they care deeply about this club and are committed to providing safe, enjoyable and well-organized shows for our community. It is certainly hard to sustain the energy and positivity throughout the show season when despite our hardest efforts, instances of bullying towards riders, our committee members and more are being experienced. This behaviour won’t be tolerated any further.
We ask that all feedback be shared respectfully and in an appropriate manner. We welcome constructive feedback at any time through our club email ➡️ [email protected].
Our Facebook messenger is no longer being monitored and all communications to our club must be made through our club email going forward, and our committee members will not be answering messages regarding the club sent to their private accounts either. This will greatly benefit our committee members and allow them to collectively address and respond to everyone as soon as we are able to.
Any suggestions that do not pose a safety risk will be added to our agenda for our 2027 AGM when we discuss our next show season. We encourage members to attend this and share ideas and concerns to help us prepare for next show season. Any safety concerns brought to our attention wil be flagged and addressed immediately.
Thank you for your support and cooperation, and helping us keep our shows safe and inclusive for all, see you in the arena.
- the 2026 AFHA Executive