California Junior Cowboys Association - Building a solid foundation for the future of professional rodeo.
Membership
Become a CJCA Member!
​The California Junior Cowboys Association (CJCA) is one of California's premier junior rodeo organizations, based in the Central Valley. With participants from across the state, CJCA offers young rodeo athletes the opportunity to sharpen their skills and compete in events tailored for all age groups.
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Each year, we proudly award over $80,000 in year-end prizes to our members, competing across four age divisions in a range of rodeo events.
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Membership Requirements
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​Membership Fees:
Membership is for one calendar year and must be renewed annually. For the 2024/2025 season, membership covers all rodeos from November 2024 through June 2025, aligning with our new season start date. The membership fee is $120 per contestant, due in full before entering any rodeo for the season.
Required Documents:​​
After completing the membership application, you’ll need to submit a copy of your child’s birth certificate for age verification unless it’s already on file from past years. Please email birth certificates to secretary@cjcajrrodeo.org.
Age Limits:​
For the 2024/2025 season, members cannot be older than 19 as of January 1, 2025. Contestants’ age on this date determines their age group for the season. Contestants may move up to an older age group for all events but cannot switch age groups mid-season or move to a younger age group.
Member Eligibility:
To be a member in good standing, contestants must pay their membership fee, fulfill sponsorship requirements, and complete any volunteer obligations.
Eligibility Requirements for Finals & Year-End Awards
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​Finals Eligibility:
To qualify for the CJCA Finals Rodeo, you must be a member in good standing. This includes having paid your membership fee and meeting the $200 sponsorship requirement. Additionally, contestants must participate in at least half of the season’s rodeos plus one for each event they plan to compete in at the finals.
Year-End Awards:​​
To be eligible for year-end awards, contestants must fulfill all finals eligibility requirements and complete a Volunteer Requirement: CJCA members and/or their parent or guardian must volunteer a minimum of five times in five different rodeo events or roles during the season. Additionally, they must compete in the finals for each event in which they want to qualify for year-end awards.
Sponsorship Requirements
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​Finals Eligibility:
Each contestant must secure a minimum of $200 in sponsorships to be eligible to participate in the CJCA Finals Rodeo and to qualify for year-end awards. Sponsorships for the 2024/2025 season are due by March 1, 2025. Both online sponsorship forms and printable forms are available here.
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