AQHA changed the qualifying rules for 2016 only, so you definitely will want to check those out. Long story short: Exhibitors were not required to qualify for the 2016 Level 1 Championships, they only need to be eligible in 2015 to enter.

Southern Belle Breeders’ classes are held at the All American Quarter Horse Congress, AQHA World Show, and APHA World Show. Classes are open to offspring of stallions that have sold in the program. Stallion breedings may be purchased at 50% off the advertised stud fee plus a $100 administrative fee.

Activities will include a True Colors workshop, discussions with APHA Executive Director Billy Smith, a seminar with Dr. Rick Rigsby, a youth-exclusive Paint Horse Genetics session with Dr. Samantha Brooks, breakout groups to discuss industry trends and topics and a fun, exciting scavenger hunt.

In 2016, PtHA exhibitors are going to see various changes and additions to the schedule for the Pinto World Championship Show, June 13-25, at the Built Ford Tough Livestock Complex at the Expo Square in Tulsa, OK.

Also new this year and for 2016 only, AQHA has changed the qualifying rules. To be eligible to enter the 2016 Level 1 Championship, an exhibitor must:
Be Level 1 eligible in the class they wish to enter as of January 1, 2015.
Be Rookie eligible in the class they wish to enter as of January 1, 2015.
Be an AQHA member at the time of entry and at the time of the 2016 Level 1 Championships.