Where Do The Badges Go On A Pony Club?

You can collect Achievement Badges at all levels of the Pony Club. Some Members sew their badges on their sweatshirts, but you may also like to sew them onto a Pony Club Fleece Blanket.

What are Pony Club badges?

The Pony Club Mini Achievement Badge Scheme is a great way to gain more knowledge of horsemanship and the countryside, and you can have a lot of fun while you’re doing it! Mini Achievement Badges are aimed at Members working through their E test and towards their D Test.

How many areas are in the Pony Club?

19 geographical areas
The Pony Club is divided into 19 geographical areas throughout the UK. Each area has an Area Representative and a Centre Coordinator assigned to them who oversee their Branches and Centres. Each area has its own website which are listed below.

What is the role of the Pony Club?

The purpose of T he Pony Club is: – to encourage young people to ride and to learn to enjoy all kinds of sport connected with ponies and riding. – to give instruction in riding and horsemastership and to educate Members to look after and to take proper care of animals.

How many members does the pony club have?

The Pony Club was granted independent charitable status on 1 January 1997, and there are around 330 branches and 480 centres in the UK.
The Pony Club.

What is The Pony Club C+ test?

The objective of the C+ Test is “to gain practical experience and knowledge of the care of a stabled pony and of a pony at grass”. The minimum age a child should take the test be is 13 and if they pass, they are awarded with a turquoise felt to pin underneath their Pony Club badge.

Can you wear earrings at Pony Club?

No jewellery is allowed for safety reasons, other than a wristwatch, a wedding ring, a stock pin worn horizontally or a tie clip.

What is the highest level of Pony Club?

A. 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.

Can you join Pony Club without a pony?

You don’t need to own a pony to join The Pony Club!

What are the 4 types of ponies in MLP?

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• 1.1 Earth ponies.
• 1.2 Pegasus ponies.
• 1.3 Unicorn ponies.
• 1.4 Alicorn ponies.

Who is this Esme sponsored by?

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What should I bring to The Pony Club?

Be sure to check a variety of pony camps to see which activities they want to get involved with!
For the rider:

• Their pony!
• Hats (checked and tagged)
• Hair nets.
• Boots.
• Jodhpurs.
• Jodhpur clips.
• Gloves.
• Chaps / Gaiters.

Can you be a member of two pony clubs?

A Member cannot join more than one Branch at any one time. All Branch Members will be welcomed as occasional visitors at working rallies or other Branch activities of a Branch other than their own Branch, provided that the agreement of both District Commissioners is obtained.

Why is it called Pony Club?

What is in a name? Back in 1929, the term “pony” was used to describe the mount of a youth equestrian. With a name steeped in the tradition of educating the next generation of equestrians, the name Pony Club continues to focus on education and quality care of both horses and ponies.

What age can children join Pony Club?

Age 8 and Under
Most Pony Club Branches or Centres will offer fun seasonal activities for little ones such as Easter Egg hunts, fancy dress, fun rides, picnics and lots more. And importantly – being active outside and getting lots of fresh air!

What are the benefits of Pony Club?

The Pony Club program instills confidence and teaches valuable life skills in teamwork, leadership and more. 10. Pony Club creates future business leaders for any industry. Strong business skills are built through stable management: budgeting, record-keeping and interacting with professionals in the equine industry.

What is The Pony Club B test equivalent to?

BHS Stage 3
Pony Club B Test
B Test is the equivalent of BHS Stage 3 and allows direct entry at that level, subject to certain criteria.

What is the D test Pony Club?

Jumping is not required. D+’ Test riders should be able to walk, trot and canter. They will need to walk their pony up and down a hill, walk without stirrups, and ride over a very small fence in an enclosed field. They should be able to tack up, clean tack, groom a pony and recognise rugs.

Can you teach with Pony Club B test?

Pony Club Members who are 16 yrs or older and hold B test (some exceptions for C+) and are enthusiastic to teach at D/D+ level.

Can you wear white jodhpurs for Pony Club?

THE RIDER:
Plain dark coloured (black, brown, navy, grey) or beige/white jodhpurs (no patterns), long boots or jodhpur boots with either long matching chaps or clips, clean and polished. Chiddingfold polo shirt or white/blue plain shirts or top. A PC sweatshirt/jacket or plain coloured jacket without a hood maybe worn.

What should I wear to The Pony Club test?

You should wear a tweed jacket, with Pony Club badge and felt on the left lapel. Shirt and Pony Club tie. Gloves, correctly fitted body protector for jumping, medical armband, Jodhpur boots and half chaps. Jodphurs can be cream or beige.