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WHAT
IS PONY CLUB? friendship, education, horses, and a lifetime of memories Pony Club is one of the leading junior equestrian organizations in the world, represented throughout 30 countries! The United States has over 600 individual Clubs spread throughout 48 states and the Virgin Islands, with more than 12,000 members INSTRUCTION and COMPETITION Pony Club provides opportunities for instruction and competition in English riding, horse sports and horse management for children and young adults up to 21 years of age. The term "pony" reflects the age of the members, rather than the size of the mount. Horses and ponies of many different breeds, shapes, and sizes are seen in Pony Club activities. It is not necessary for a child to own a horse or pony, but they must have access to one when required Programs are offered in dressage, cross-country, show jumping, mounted games, tetrathlon, know-down, vaulting, foxhunting, and polocrosse.During "unmounted" meetings members learn about feeding, shoeing, veterinary care, and other areas of horse management. Under adult supervision, the more experienced Pony Clubbers instruct and assist younger members. Pony Clubbers are encouraged to work their way through the nine stages of the progressive Standards of Proficiency, which test knowledge and riding ability. Pony Clubbers who attain the B, H-A, and A rating levels meet standards of competence that are recognized throughout the horse world. PARENTS' ROLE Parents play an important role in Pony Club. There are many areas in which parents are needed. They may share one of many roles within the Club circle, such as Club leader, chaperone, jump judge, or assist in activity events and fund-raisers. COSTS Annual membership cost for Pony Clubbers
(including National, Regional, and Local dues) are
paid to the local Club for the period January 1 through December 31. Local and
Regional dues vary, but National dues are as follows for 2000:2000
National Dues USPC is committed to safety. It is a membership requirement that Pony Clubbers wear a riding helmet meeting the ASTM/SEI standard when attending mounted meetings. Parents should be prepared to purchase this item and the minimum basic riding equipment, such as jodhpurs, boots, etc. FIND OUT MORE Take a closer look at Pony Club. Check out a club near you or attend a local activity. If you need help finding the closest club, check the club map on this site or e-mail us at memberservices@ponyclub.org. We're sure you’ll like what you find: friendship, education, horses, and a lifetime of memories.
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