The FPSSA, is a non-profit organization whose mission is to both promote and preserve the beautiful Friesian horse through strict registration standards.
The FPSSA is the only studbook in South Africa recognised by the Het Friesch Paarden Stamboek (FPS) for the registration of purebred Friesian Horses; the FPSSA is also a member of the World Friesian Horse Organisation (WFHO), which is the controlling body of all foreign Friesian Associations Worldwide (e.g. Southern Africa, Austria, Mexico, etc.).

The FPSSA registers only Purebred Friesian horses, offspring of a registered sire and dam. The FPSSA offers assistance and advice with the importation, purchasing, showing, training and breeding of Friesian Horses.