Membership
The San Juan Sparkles & Spurs offers opportunities for riders of varying experience levels through both our JV and Performance Teams. Our members share a passion for horsemanship, teamwork, community involvement, and representing western traditions throughout western Colorado.
Whether your goal is to improve your riding skills, participate in parades and community events, or become part of a close-knit equestrian team, SJSS provides a supportive environment for both riders and horses to learn and grow together.
Whether your goal is to improve your riding skills, participate in parades and community events, or become part of a close-knit equestrian team, SJSS provides a supportive environment for both riders and horses to learn and grow together.
2027 Membership
We're excited to welcome prospective members for the 2027 season!
Our annual tryout process takes place on the last three Sundays in November and the first Sunday in December. Interested riders should plan to attend at least three of the four sessions.
Tryouts are designed to be fun, educational, and low-pressure while allowing riders and horses to demonstrate their skills, learn about drill team, and determine if SJSS is the right fit for them.
For more information or to express interest in tryouts, please contact Coach Holly at 970-596-3229.
Our annual tryout process takes place on the last three Sundays in November and the first Sunday in December. Interested riders should plan to attend at least three of the four sessions.
Tryouts are designed to be fun, educational, and low-pressure while allowing riders and horses to demonstrate their skills, learn about drill team, and determine if SJSS is the right fit for them.
For more information or to express interest in tryouts, please contact Coach Holly at 970-596-3229.
What are the Performance Team membership commitments?
Performance Team
Our Performance Team performs at rodeos, fairs, parades, and community events throughout Western Colorado while developing horsemanship, teamwork, and confidence.
Commitment
Our Performance Team performs at rodeos, fairs, parades, and community events throughout Western Colorado while developing horsemanship, teamwork, and confidence.
Commitment
- $150 annual dues
- $100 refundable gear deposit
- 20–25 practices annually
- 15–20 public appearances
- 6 business meetings per year
- Most performance equipment provided
What are the JV Team membership requirements?
JV Team
Our JV Team provides a supportive environment for riders and horses to develop drill team skills, horsemanship, teamwork, and confidence while participating in practices, parades, and selected community events.
Commitment
NEW: Traditional and trotting participation opportunities may be available depending on rider and horse readiness.
For complete attendance requirements and member expectations, please review the Member Handbook.
Our JV Team provides a supportive environment for riders and horses to develop drill team skills, horsemanship, teamwork, and confidence while participating in practices, parades, and selected community events.
Commitment
- $150 annual dues
- $100 refundable gear deposit
- 2 practices per month
- Selected public appearances
- 6 business meetings per year
- Most performance equipment provided
NEW: Traditional and trotting participation opportunities may be available depending on rider and horse readiness.
For complete attendance requirements and member expectations, please review the Member Handbook.
| SJSS Member Handbook |
| SJSS 2027 Prospect Guide |
