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What is the AQHA Youth World Cup?
An educational, leadership based event for youth members from around the world. The culmination of this event is a showcasing of skills learned in an atmosphere of friendly competition. It gives youth a unique opportunity to learn in a hands-on setting with other international youth horse enthusiasts.
Who gets to participate in the event?
All AQHYA Members are eligible to participate provided they meet each country's qualification guidelines. Five competing team members and up to five (again, depending on each country's procedures) supporting team members will represent each official AQHA international affiliate. Each country is also allowed to send one coach and one team manager.
What events are involved?
Classes consist of:: Western Pleasure, Western Horsemanship, Showmanship at Halter, Hunt Seat Equitation, Hunter Under Saddle, Trail, Western Riding, Reining and Cutting.
Who supplies the horses for the event?
It is the host country's responsibility to acquire horses and equipment for the competition.
What other activities are available for participants?
Participants will have the opportunity to partake in clinics and seminars given by some of the top Horsemen in the industry. They will also have the opportunity to experience tourist attractions and culture characteristic to the host country.
Where will the teams be housed? Who is included in the housing?
The teams will be housed on the University of Western Ontario grounds, specifically at Perth Hall. One coach and a team of five are included in the housing. (This is covered with your registration fees) If you have additional coaches, managers, mentors or non participating team members, you must inform us ASAP and an additional fee of $1000.00 per person will be required. Once you inform us of these additions, we will book additional rooms and breakfasts at Perth Hall for those people as well. (Please send in your numbers as soon as possible to facilitate proper planning!)

What time is Check-In on Saturday July 5, 2008?
Check in time at Perth Hall is 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, if your flights do not allow for you to arrive in these windows of opportunity, please provide us with your arrival times in advance so that we can make the appropriate arrangements on your behalf.

Family and Friends
The Four Points Sheraton London and Best Western Lamplighter Inn London are the two hotels that we have chosen for the families. Click on the icons below and you will find a rate sheet for both as well as some basic information on both hotels. (These are negotiated reduced rates for YWC) Families are welcome to make their own reservations and we would suggest they do it well in advance as space is limited.

Activities and Tourist Opportunities
The kids will have plenty of opportunity to get to know each other with a myriad of activities being planned for them throughout the week. Our itinerary is not 100% confirmed as of yet but one of the highlights will be a trip to one of the Natural World Wonders – Niagara Falls.

What to Bring!
Make sure the kids bring jeans, t-shirts (both long and short sleeved), shorts, bathing suits, sun screen, sun hats, a light jacket for cool nights, all personal care items, sleepwear, running shoes etc. We highly recommend that the kids leave their laptops,
i-pods, cell phones etc. at home. Pay phones are available at Perth Hall and there is a computer room on site at Perth Hall that the kids can use to e-mail family and friends. The organizers of Youth World Cup and the management at Perth Hall will not be responsible for any lost, stolen or broken goods.

What if my team needs ot book extra days at the the University of Western Ontario?
If a team would like to arrange for additional days of accommodation at Perth Hall they must e-mail conference.services@uwo.ca..  Please identity yourself as being a team involved with Youth World Cup and provide your team name (country).  You will need to include your full mailing address, contact information, arrival and departure dates and rooming list.  You will be invoiced separately at a rate of $49.95 per person based upon twin occupancy and $59.55 based upon single (plus taxes).  Adult chaperons will have to be with the youth at all times. 
How can I get transportation from the airport?
We have arranged for a cut rate on transportation to and from either the Toronto airport to London or the Detroit airport to London with a company by the name of Robert Q Airbus. 
 
Each team is to book and pay for this service individually and Robert Q Airbus suggests that these bookings be made ASAP, so that they can set aside the appropriate sized and number of transport vehicles. 
 
Individuals booking the scheduled line run from Toronto or Detroit airport to London can receive a 15% discount by quoting the following conference code when calling to make a reservation or booking on the Robert Q Airbus Website.  (Code is 1969)
 
Please note….when booking the team must mention that you wish to be taken to Perth Hall, University of Western ON, otherwise you will end up at the London central depot…nowhere close to Perth Hall.

Here is all of the contact information::
www.robertq.com - for on line reservations for individual travel as well as prices and schedules
airbus@robertq.com- for Q & A and group quotes
1-800-265-4948- phone reservations 24/7
519-673-6804- local phone number 24/7
Will blow dryers be provided?
No blow dryers will not be provided.  Please remember to bring your international travel adapters (available in most hardware stores and many drug stores) to accommodate for Canadian power plugs.
Will the dorms provide irons and ironing boards?
Yes there will be limited number of irons and ironing boards at the dorms.  Be sure to use them early to avoid a line up! (Travel tip – When folding your clothes for packing, place clean white tissue paper between the folds and you will reduce wrinkles!)
Will towels and locks be provided for the swimming night?
No, the participants should bring a lock and a beach towel with them for the swimming night.
Will the parents be able to travel on the busses with the kids?
No, parents will not be provided transportation.  It is recommended that the parents make arrangement to rent a vehicle to allow for maximum flexibility.  (The only exception to this is for parents/families that purchase the meal/entertainment package.  With this package their bus travel is covered for Niagara Falls only)
 
The following companies offer car rental service at the Toronto International Airport.  Please feel free to contact the company of your preference to arrange for a vehicle.
Avis
Tel: 1-800-TRY-AVIS (1-800-879-2847)
Website: www.avis.com
Terminal 1 – (905) 676-1032/33
Terminal 3 – (905) 676-1034/35
Budget
Tel: 1-800-561-5212
Website: www.budget.com
Terminal 1 – (905) 676-1500
Terminal 3 – (905) 676-1623
Dollar/Thrifty
Tel: 1-800-THRIFTY
Website: www.dollar.com or www.thrifty.com
Terminal 1 – (905) 673-8811 x6256
Terminal 3 – (905) 673-8811 x6251
Hertz
Tel: 1-800-263-0600
Website: www.hertz.com
Terminal 1 and 3 – (416) 674-2020
National/Alamo
Tel: 1-800-CAR-RENT or 1-800-GO-ALAMO
Website: www.nationalcar.com or www.alamo.com
Terminal 1 and 3 – (905) 676-2647
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