Does pony club still exist?

The Pony Club is a voluntary organisation founded in England in 1929. It has now expanded internationally and Pony Club branches can be found worldwide….The Pony Club.

What are the pony club levels?

No matter what level of certification a riding member tests into they will be required to meet the SOP for both horse care and riding. The levels of certification start at what is called D Level (beginner), progressing to C Level (intermediate) then to B Level and A Level (advanced).

What is US Pony Club?

The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. is an educational organization which builds the foundations of teamwork and sportsmanship through riding, mounted sports, care of horses and ponies, while developing and enhancing leadership, confidence, responsibility, and a sense of community in its youth and adult members.

What does Pony Club teach you?

Pony Club is the largest equestrian educational organization in the world. The cornerstones of our foundation are education, safety, sportsmanship, stewardship and FUN. Members learn riding and the care of horses through mounted sports.

What age is Pony Club for?

Membership is open to anyone up to the age of 25. There is no national minimum age to join The Pony Club, although some Branches/Centres may have their own lower age limit depending on what they offer. It is advisable to contact your local Branch/Centre to see what ages they can cater for.

Can you join Pony Club without a pony?

You don’t have to have your own pony to join; you can simply join one of our linked riding schools where you can do your Pony Club activities. Members should have access to a horse or pony, by ownership or loan, and have the means to transport the horse or pony to and from rallies and events.

What is the highest level of Pony Club?

A Certification
The A Certification is the highest riding certification available to USPC members. The A is able to ride mounts at various levels of schooling with judgment, tact and effectiveness; to train young mounts; and to retrain spoiled mounts.

How do you become a pony club Examiner?

1. How to become an assessor. All assessors must be listed on The Pony Club Coach Database and fulfill the relevant requirements for the level of responsibility they are undertaking.
2. E Test. An assessor can be selected from within the Branch or outside the Branch.
3. D Test.
4. D+ Test.
5. C Test.
6. Road Rider Test.
7. C+ Test.
8. B Test.

How often does Pony Club meet?

How often does the club/center have meetings? This varies between each club or center. Many clubs/centers have on mounted meeting and one unmounted meeting each month. Some clubs/centers meet weekly.

Do you have to own a horse to join Pony Club?

Do I have to own my own horse? You will need to have access to a suitable horse or pony. For club rally days you may own or borrow a horse. To take part in competitions you must either own or have a lease of the horse or pony.

What happens when you join Pony Club?

Membership Benefits Being a Pony Club Member brings some fantastic opportunities: Learning and Training – You can work towards Achievement Badges, Mini Badges and take The Pony Club’s internationally-recognised Tests. Insurance – Membership automatically provides you with personal liability insurance.

How old is a 10 year old horse in human years?

Horse to Human Age Comparison Chart

Where can I shop for Pony Club merchandise?

Welcome to Shop Pony Club, the official online store of the United States Pony Clubs. Find official branded merchandise, event apparel, manuals and rulebooks, and more. Let’s Start Shopping! There is something for everyone!

When did the United States Pony Club start?

Sign In Search. The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. started in 1954 to teach riding and the proper care of horses. It is based on The British Pony Club, which was created in 1929 as a junior branch of the Institute of the Horse.

Who is the owner of the Pony Club?

© 2021 The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. A 501 (c) (3) Organization. All Rights Reserved.

Can you copy the Pony Club rulebook?

USPC allows access to our instructional and educational materials solely for your individual, personal use, and you may not otherwise copy, use, or distribute these materials for any purpose. The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. retains the exclusive rights to all of its trademarks and copyrighted materials.