National Steeplechase Association

The Governing Body of Jump Racing in America

NSA Membership

Support Jump Racing in America and Join the NSA

By becoming a member of the National Steeplechase Association, you can help support steeplechasing

in America. The NSA offers three unique membership options (Historian, Patron and Member), each with exclusive benefits.

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License Applications

Please find below access to license applications for Owners, Trainers, and Riders.

In the News...

Message from NSA President, Dr. Al Griffin

Dear NSA Horsemen, Members and Supporters: It has been a challenging winter for many of us, with unusual snow events and bitterly cold weather periods, but we are only one week away from the start of the 2026 NSA season. Spring has finally sprung, and we are looking forward to racing again. Steeplechasing in America…
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The Passing of Renowned Oscar-Winning Actor Robert Duvall at age 95

© Douglas Lees The National Steeplechase Association joins with movie fans across the world in mourning the passing of renowned Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall at age 95. Duval, whose career spanned some seven decades and included unforgettable performances such as Corleone Family consigliere Tom Hagen in The Godfather, was an equine enthusiast and he frequently…
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Remembering Henry Wood

In 1981, Henry Wood ventured to New York in search of a steeplechase prospect that hopefully could capture the Iroquois Steeplechase in Nashville, Tennessee. Henry was an accomplished amateur jockey who had a burning desire to win what was in that era the most notable amateur race on the NSA circuit.  He arrived at Belmont Park…
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Tod Marks Photography

The National Steeplechase Association website proudly features the beautiful photography of Tod Marks. Tod is an Eclipse Award winning photographer who has cover thoroughbred racing for decades. His work regularly appears in publications in the U.S. and Europe. He is the official photographer of the National Steeplechase Association. Additional work can be viewed on his website at: https://todmarks.photoshelter.com/

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Temple Gwathmey Steeplechase Foundation

The Temple Gwathmey Steeplechase Foundation preserves and advances the sport by funding programs that promote Opportunity, Growth & Change. The Temple Gwathmey Steeplechase Foundation website is located at:  https://tgsteeplechasefoundation.org/