American Riding Instructors Association Certification Testing to be Held in McKenney, VA
Equestrian News Release

BONITA SPRINGS, FL, January 14, 2008 - The American Riding Instructors Association (ARIA) will be holding an instructor certification Test Center on Saturday, February 23, 2008 in McKenney,Virginia, located in the Richmond metropolitan area.

The testing will include certification at 3 different levels and in 15 disciplines: Hunt Seat over Fences, Hunt Seat on the Flat, Dressage, Show Jumping, Driving, Eventing, Western Pleasure & Equitation, Reining, Mounted Patrol Training Officer, Stable Management, Recreational Riding, Saddle Seat, Distance Riding, Riding to Hounds, and Side-Saddle.

ARIA is respected for its careful and thorough evaluation of each candidate for certification and nationally recognized for its high standards for certifying riding instructors and stable managers. Established in 1984, ARICP Certification is for the serious, above-average instructor who teaches safely and in a professional, competent manner, with high standards of honesty and integrity. Major insurance companies recognize ARIA Certification, and offer those instructors a substantial discount on their insurance needs.

The cost for a one-day Test Center is $595. To register for this Test Center or to view the most current dates and locations of the Test Centers for 2008, go to
http://www.riding-instructor.com. Registration is requested at least 30 days ahead of time.

About ARIA
The American Riding Instructors Association (ARIA) was established in 1984 to help promote safe, knowledgeable riding instruction. ARIA's official quarterly magazine, Riding Instructor, keeps its member instructors well informed of matters pertaining to their profession. For membership information, visit http://www.riding-instructor.com.