National Snaffle Bit Association, along with fellow hosts the American Quarter Horse Association, American Paint Horse Association, National Reining Horse Association and National Reined Cow Horse Association, invites Europe’s Western horse community to learn, connect and prepare for the next show season at the 2027 European Show Seminar. The seminar will take place January 22–24 at the Sunway Playa Golf & Spa Hotel in Sitges, Spain.

Judges, exhibitors, trainers, youth and affiliate leaders from across the region are invited to gather under one roof to attend expert-led sessions, leadership workshops and experience hands-on learning on topics from specific class and discipline instruction to show management topics such as technology in the show pen, developing show patterns, creative awards and creating media/community engagement. The seminar will also include a gala event that celebrates the 2027 seminar’s theme: Stronger Together.

“NSBA has always been rooted in the belief that our community is strongest when we share a common language of horsemanship and sportsmanship,” noted Stephanie Lynn, NSBA executive director. “As our sport continues to flourish globally, it was an honor to be a part of the joint show seminar hosted alongside our alliance partners, specifically designed for our European equestrian family. 

“By bridging the geographical gap, we provided a platform for European riders, trainers, and judges to come together and discuss industry standards, ensuring the integrity of our classes remains consistent across every border. The seminars are not just about the rules in the arena; they also foster an environment where knowledge is shared freely and the bond between horse and rider is celebrated.”

To reserve a hotel room, please go to sunway.es/group/HORSEASSOCIATION27. Double/twin rooms may be reserved online, however triple or quadruple occupancy availability will be limited and will require a direct email request to the hotel. Full prepayment is required, however room cancellation with a full refund will be available up to 60 days prior to the seminar.

To learn more about the seminar or register to attend, please visit forms.apha.com/form/European-show-seminar-registration. Early registration is encouraged due to limited space. Registration fees increase after December 21, 2026, and the final date to register for the seminar is January 7, 2027.

About NSBA

Established in 1983, National Snaffle Bit Association has expanded from its roots in the Western Pleasure discipline to recognize various disciplines and eight breed associations in competition. NSBA’s mission is to grow the show horse community through various equine programs and events where every activity benefits horses, breeders, owners and exhibitors alike.

National Snaffle Bit Association has more than 20,000 active members and more than 44,000 registered horses across its ten alliance breed organizations. NSBA members earn more than $13.5 million in monetary awards at NSBA-sanctioned horse shows annually, and the association sanctions nearly 600 horse show events and close to 200,000 horse show entries each year.

To learn more about NSBA, please visit nsba.com.