National Breakaway Roping Association
Structured Breakaway Competition. Clear Advancement Pathways from local to national levels. Built for the Unity and Future of the Sport. Growing Nationwide.
Who We Are
The National Breakaway Roping Association (NBRA) is a district-based organization dedicated exclusively to the sport of breakaway roping. Our mission is to provide structured and consistent competition opportunities for youth, collegiate, open, and senior competitors while building a clear progression pathway from local districts to state and national levels.
NBRA is committed to integrity, organization, and long-term growth of the sport across the United States.
Built for Every Level
Membership Divisions
- Little Loopers (12 & Under)
- Entry-level membership for our youngest ropers.
- Youth (13–18)
- Membership for youth competitors.
- Adult
- Membership for adult competitors.
- Senior (50+)
- Membership for competitors age 50 and above.
Competition Divisions
- Little Loopers (12 & Under)
- Youth –(13-18) Separate Female and Male Divisions
- Adult – (19-49) Female & Male Divisions
- Senior Division (50+)
- Open Division – Open to any and all ccompetitors
- Pro Division – Access TBD
- Dummy Roping – offered at the discretion of district representatives.
How NBRA Works
- District-based competition structure
- Sanctioned events hosted by approved arenas and district leadership
- Points earned at any NBRA sanctioned event count toward National qualification
- State Finals qualification based on points earned within that state
- Rules and Articles of Operation released as finalized by leadership
Local Districts
Organized regional competition with standardized rules and leadership.
State Advancement
Top competitors progress through structured qualification pathways.
National Recognition
Unified standards, sponsorship partnerships, and national visibility.
Founding Season – 2026
NBRA is currently in its founding phase.
We are actively building district leadership, youth representation, collegiate partnerships, and national sponsorship alignment.
This is the ground floor.
If you’re interested in helping shape the future of structured breakaway competition, we want to hear from you.
Currently Represented In
Mississippi • Alabama • Georgia • Tennessee • Louisiana • Texas • Colorado • Pennsylvania