Measuring/Height Certificates

Any horse or pony competing in any class or section that mentions a height e.g. 148cm, at an RAS affiliated show, is required to have an RAS Height Certificate that is with them in the ring during the competition to confirm the height of the animal.

RAS Equestrian Rulebook 2025 – Complete A5

How to get a horse or pony measured

Looking to take your horse/pony for it’s first measure ever? Speed up the process and register through RAS Head Office and do all of the paperwork prior to going to the measuring stand by filling in the following form and email to RAS Head Office.
NOTE: Do not take this form straight to the Stand – it must be emailed to RAS Head Office, and a certificate will be completed and couriered to you to then take to the Stand.

Do not take this form directly to the measuring stand without sending it to RAS Head Office prior. Please note the below steps:

If you are going show jumping, ensure you can register the name of horse/pony with ESNZ before you do the pre-registration.
If you are unsure what classification (type) your horse/pony is see the Type Definitions of Horses and Ponies.
Remember the age of the horse/pony is as at 1 August.
Allow yourself enough time to receive the information back (Certificate and Measuring Form) from RAS Head Office before booking your measuring appointment.
Do not book in a measure until you have your Horse/Pony ID Form back from RAS Head Office alongwith the pre-registration form.
Pay the measuring fee (includes Tracked Courier Post – if multiple pre-registrations are being applied for only one courier fee needs to be paid) online and a height certificate will be couriered to you. Once at the measuring stand they will note the measure on the height certificate and check the microchip number or record the horse or pony’s markings. Simple as that.
Please ensure that you sign the Certificate before you go to the Measuring Stand.
Take both the enclosed Certificate and Pre-Registration form to the Measuring Stand – if you do not take both forms to the Stand, they will be unable to undertake the measure.
If the Measuring Stand you are attending takes bookings, advise the Stand that you have already pre-registered with RAS Head Office for a certificate – do not make a booking until you have received both forms back from RAS Head Office.
On measuring day, the Stand will keep the pre-registration form and give you back the certificate with the measure information inserted on it – before you leave the Stand, please check to ensure that the measure information has been signed off on the certificate.

Stands – The RAS have made available a total of 38 Metcalf Measuring Machines, which are run by the affiliated Associations at various grounds throughout New Zealand.

As from 1 August 2011, any new measures – Annual, Youngstock or Life, will receive the new Horse/Pony Identification Certificate, which includes a performance card. The old Height Certificate form is still a valid certificate when updated with annual measure information.

Youngstock Measuring – carried out twice yearly, once prior to the show season commencing and again in January. All Youngstock entering Shows must be measured and hold a current certificate.

Life Measures – Forms (in triplicate) are to be obtained from your local Measuring Stand (not RAS Head Office) for the Veterinarian to complete prior to attending a Measuring day. Stands and their contact details are listed below. The Stand must be advised prior, that a Life Measure is pending. Please read rules on Life Measures – https://www.ras.org.nz/equestrian/rule-book/

Rules – RAS Measuring Rules are issued in conjunction with the NZ Equestrian Federation, the NZ Pony Clubs Association and all affiliated Equestrian Breed Societies and in consultation with the NZ Veterinary Association. https://www.ras.org.nz/equestrian/rule-book/

Measuring Fees – as from 26 June 2023

RAS approved Metcalf Measuring Stands
– First measure (either annual or young stock) with issue of certificate $40.00
– Annual re-measure $25.00.
– Young Stock re-measure $15.00
– Life Certificate $100.00

The above charges, inclusive of GST, apply nationwide for all advertised or scheduled measuring days. In the case of a special or requested measure outside of these times, an additional fee may be charged by the stand.

– Replacement Certificates $100.00 – All replacement certificates (lost certificates, change of horse/pony name etc) must be issued from the RAS Head Office. See the link below to down load Replacement Form.

Note – All fees are GST inclusive.

Measuring Forms

Replacement RAS Certificate Form

Change Ownership.Classification.Replacement Certificate

Temporary Measuring Certificate (TMC)

Are only available at affiliated Shows/Events that have applied and been approved by the RAS, and who do not own a Metcalf Measuring Stand. Only the RAS approved Temporary Measuring Certificate must be issued – See Measuring Rule Appendix (below) for strict guidelines on TMC. TMC’s can only be issued to Competitors/Exhibitors who live in the Show’s defined boundary area.

– Temporary measuring certificate $20.00, inclusive of GST.

Where can I get a measure?

You will find Measuring Stands throughout New Zealand listed below, with dates of their upcoming Measuring Days, if they have been furnished to RAS Head Office. If no date is listed, please contact the Stand and enquire when their next measuring day is.

Some Stands ask you to make an appointment, other Stands do not have appointments, but as a courtesy, please ensure that you arrive well before the stated measuring day finish time.

For owners requiring a Life Measure for their Horse/Pony, please contact your Stand and obtain the appropriate paperwork to take to your Vet to complete the identification of your animal prior to arriving for its Life Measure.

For owners requiring an Annual Measure, please ensure that you take your Certificate with you to the measuring day, so the updated measure can be inserted on it. Please check your certificate prior to leaving the stand, to ensure the correct information has been completed on it and signed off.

National Measuring Convenor: Mr Rick Croft

RAS Listed Measuring Stands

Northern District

Helensville A&P Showgrounds – 63 Railway Street, Helensville.
2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 10 August / 14 September / 4 October / 9 November / 14 December 2025; 17 January (note change of date) / 8 February 2026. Appointment by phoning Rick Croft – M: 027 492 0345, or just turn up. Full details are at: https://helensvilleshow.co.nz/horse-measuring/
Whangarei A&P Showgrounds – P: (09) 438 3109, E: chris@wap.org.nz 2023.2024
2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 16 August / 23 August – 10am to 12noon; 4 September – 10am to 11am; 13 September / 12 October – 10am to 12noon; 25 January 2026.
Kaikohe A&P Showgrounds – P: (09) 401 2400, E: kaikohe.show@yahoo.co.nz 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 31 August / 14 September / 4 October / 19 October – 12noon to 2pm.
Kaitaia and District A&P Showgrounds – P: (09) 408 0212,
E: secretary.kaitaiaaap@gmail.com 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA
Franklin A&P Showgrounds– Please phone (DO NOT TEXT) only between 5pm and 8pm 027 294 7777 (texts and emails will not be answered) to book an appointment for any of the dates/times stipulated. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 10 August / 24 August / 7 September / 21 September / 5 October / 19 October / 2 December; No measuring on 1 November; 2026 – 20 January, 5pm to 7.30pm. Note: Ensure your certificate is in your name as the owner as per RAS database – if not, please complete the Change of Ownership before you book your measure – https://www.ras.org.nz/equestrian/forms/
Note: The Franklin Stand will not accept pre-registration measures.

Mid-Northern District

Taumaruni A&P Showgrounds – Claire Grattan (07) 895 4802. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA
Waikato A&P Showgrounds, Claudelands Event Centre, Gate 3, Brooklyn Road . 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 14 August / 30 August / 6 September / 25 September; 5 January 2026 – Youngstock. By appointment only Jim Keyte, jimkeyte24@gmail.com
Te Puke A&P Showgrounds – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: Measuring Sunday Feb. 1st 5pm start Booking essential.Text 021 661 530 with your name, email and number of new or remeasures you require. Booking starts from 5pm down.
Tauhara Pony Club Grounds, Taupo – Lisa Wilson. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA
Rotorua A&P Showgrounds, Western Road, Ngongotaha, Enter at Gate 8 ONLY. Bookings essential –For further information see our website rotoruashow.co.nz or contact Lyn to make your bookings Phone: 027 218 4541. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 23 August / 20 September.
Te Aroha Hack & Hunters Club Grounds, Te Aroha – tearohahh@gmail.com 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 9 August / 17 August.

Eastern District

Poverty Bay A&P Showgrounds, Gisborne – P: (06) 868 6084 E: info@gisborneshow.co.nz 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: Life and Annual Measures – 17 August – 9am; 5 October – 11am.
Solway Showgrounds, Masterton – P: (06) 378 6247 E: mastertona-p@wise.net.nz Stand not currently operating. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA
Wairarapa A&P Showgrounds, Carterton – P: (06) 379 8124 E: office@waiaps.org.nz
2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA
Central Hawkes Bay A&P Showgrounds, Waipukurau – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 9 August / 24 August / 7 September / 28 September – 12.30pm – 3.30pm. 10 January 2026. No booking required. E: chbap@xtra.co.nz M:027 242 0804, M:027 488 6036 or P: (06) 858 8269
Hawkes Bay A&P Showgrounds, Hastings – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 9 August – 8am to 12noon / 7 September – 8am to 11am. Bookings essential either by email jjkids@xtra.co.nz Alternatively for other times, contact Jo Linton 021 413 996.

Western District

Manawatu A&P Showgrounds, Manfeild, Feilding – P: (06) 323 1886 E: showmanawatuap@gmail.com 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 31 August / 14 September; 11 January 2026.
Wanganui A&P Showgrounds – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 13 August / 17 August. Bookings via TX 0212470073 fb message or email E: debsjenkins@yahoo.com
Egmont A&P Showgrounds, 8 Burnside Avenue, Hawera. M: 027 327 9202. Contact – Dale Moseley: 027 619 1037. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 14 September / 2 October – 3pm onwards.
Stratford A&P Showgrounds – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA P: 027 447 6302 E: stratfordshow@xtra.co.nz
Waikanae Pony Club Grounds –2025.2026 Measuring Dates: On Request. Phone David: 021 346 966 or Alex: 027 602 3304.
Taihape Showjumping Group Grounds – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA. Please email Gabrielle Rennie E: gabiwp@live.com
Belmont Pony Club Grounds, Lower Hutt – 2025.2026 Measuring Date: 14 SeptemberTBA. Bookings – Jenni Walsh E: jenniwalsh544@gmail.com. M: 027 264 0074 Website: www.sportsground.co.nz/belmontpc/12093
New Plymouth Pony Club Grounds – M: 021 765 659 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA.

Central District

Temuka/Geraldine A&P Showgrounds, Winchester – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA. E: temukageraldineap@gmail.com
All measures by appointment only – Winchester Measuring Stand Facebook page or Doug Hough M: 021 178 1895.
Ashburton A&P Showgrounds – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA. P: (03) 308 7908 E: ashburtonshow@clear.net.nz
Canterbury A&P Showgrounds, Christchurch – Stu 0272837406. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 31 August / 28 September / 19 October – 9am to 12noon / 12 November – 4pm to 6.30pm. 25 January 2026 – 9am.
Rangiora (Northern) A&P Showgrounds, Rangiora – P: (03) 313 6945 E: info@rangiorashow.co.nz
2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 20 September / 28 September – 9am to 1pm; 17 January 2026 – 9am to 1pm..
2026.2027 Measuring Dates: 13 September / 26 September – 9am to 1pm.
PLEASE NOTE: All new measures must have completed the Pre-Registration form (link at beginning of this page) and have obtained the Horse/Pony ID Card (Certificate) before arriving at the Stand.
Amuri A&P Showgrounds, Rotherham (Waiau Pony Club) – P: 027 270 2190 Jo McKenzie. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 5 September- 3.30pm to 6.30pm / 12 October – 1pm to 2.30pm; 11 February 2026 – 4.30pm onwards.
Marlborough A&P Showgrounds, Blenheim – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 3 August / 24 August – 9am to 12noon; 14 January 2026 – 6pm to 7pm Measuring by Appointment only – Bookings via Marlborough A&P Website – marlboroughshow.co.nz
Nelson A&P Showgrounds, Richmond – 22026.2027 Measuring Dates: 2 August / 12 September / 4 October / 1 November – 10am to 12noon; 14 January 2027 – 6pm to 7pm TBC. E: manager@richmondpark.nz All Bookings to be made via the Nelson A&P website – http://richmondpark.co.nz
Westland A&P Showgrounds, Hokitika – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA. Sonya Shaw (03) 762 5252, 021 054 5315. vetsonya@hotmail.com
Ellesmere A&P Showgrounds, Leeston – Contacts Paula 027 222 4473 or Tracy 027 200 0863.. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 13 September – 1pm to 3pm; 27 September – 11am to 1pm; 7 October – 5pm to 7pm.
Southern Canterbury A&P at Waimate Showgrounds, Waimate – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 16 August / 30 August 1pm to 3pm (No Miniatures); 6 September 1pm to 2pm Miniatures only; 27 September – 12.30pm to 2pm, 2pm to 2.30pm Miniatures; 4 October – 12noon to 2pm (No Miniatures); 10 October – 4.30pm to 5.30pm, 5.30pm to 6pm Miniatures; 11 October – 4.30pm to 5.30pm No Miniatures; 8 November – 4.30pm to 5.30pm, 5.30pm to 6pm Miniatures. Enquires – Judith Johnson 03 689 7775.
Buller A&P at Patterson Park Sports Complex, Westport – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: By arrangement – Contact Bev Thompson 021 131 5140 or email silverbay@xtra.co.nz

Southern District

Dunstan Equestrian Centre Grounds, Dunstan – Contact Maureen Maxwell M 027 440 2665 –
E: momax178@gmail.com to advise that you will be attending a measuring day. 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA.
Otago/Taieri A&P Showgrounds, Mosgiel – 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: TBA.. P: (03) 489 3680 E: otagotaieri.ap@xtra.co.nz
Southland A&P Stand, Ascot Park Racecourse, Invercargill – P: 027 385 2093 E: http://southlandapassociation.gettimely.com 2025.2026 Measuring Dates: 17 August / 31 August / 14 September / 5 October / 19 October – 1pm to 4pm; 11 January 2026 – 1pm to 4pm.
Eleanor Kyte M: 021 163 6506