How Do You Qualify For The Pony Club Champs?
All members must compete at their Area competition in 2021 to qualify.
- PLEASE REFER TO THE SHOW JUMPING RULE BOOK 2020 FOR MORE DETAILED RULES.
- Grassroots Regional/ Top 6 teams qualify.
- PC80 The first 16 individuals not in a qualifying team will qualify.
- Open PC90.
- PC90 The winning team qualifies automatically.
What are the Pony Club Championships?
‘The JCB Pony Club Championships’ are an opportunity to bring together those who aspire to be at the top of their sport. This competition really is a culmination of members’ hard work, skill and partnership with their horse or pony. “We are excited about bringing this event back in 2021.
What is Pony Club UK?
The Pony Club is an international voluntary youth organisation for young people interested in ponies and riding. Founded in England in 1929, and granted independent charitable status on 1st January 1997, there are around 330 Branches and 400 Centres in the UK alone.
What is a C+ in Pony Club?
It is the first of the riding certifications to evaluate a member’s ability to transfer their riding skills from their own horse to an unknown horse. If the C-3 riding test is passed before the H-B, the member becomes a C+. The minimum age for the C-3 certification is 13 years old.
How do you qualify for Pony Finals jumpers?
The owner of the pony must have an active competing membership with USEF and USHJA. The rider must earn a total of 30 points competing in these classes to qualify. The top four riders with the most points at the cutoff date in each zone will be put on a team to compete together at Pony Finals.
What is the highest level of Pony Club?
A. The A Certification is the highest riding certification available to USPC members.
Is there a height limit for Pony Club?
2. Horses must be 4 years of age or over and there is no height limit. 3.
What is the age limit for Pony Club?
25
The Pony Club is for everyone up to the age of 25, and members come from all walks of life and all riding abilities.
Is 14.2 considered a pony?
For many forms of competition, the official definition of a pony is a horse that measures less than 14.2 hands (58 inches, 147 cm) at the withers. Standard horses are 14.2 or taller.
What is a Level 3 horse?
The intermediate rider is able to mount and dismount their horse unassisted, use basic riding aids, ride at a rising trot for at least 10 minutes, to change and control the pace from a walk to a trot and comfortably canter over short distances. RIDING ABILITY – LEVEL 3.
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.
Is there an age limit for Pony Finals?
e. No junior over 12 years of age may compete on a small pony. No junior over 14 years of age may compete on a medium pony. If a pony is unable to continue to compete, the rider and/or trainer must request permission for a change of pony from the Show Committee prior to the start of the competition.
How much does a champion show jumping horse cost?
If you’re talking about a horse that’s ready to compete at the Olympics, you’re looking at a minimum of $100,000, possibly as high as $150,000. Most Olympic-level horses are purchased when they’re young and cost somewhere around $10,000 to $15,000.
What should I bring to Pony Finals?
Pony Finals is an experience many young riders dream of—a wonderland of ponies, ribbons, and hopefully more smiles than tears.
For riders:
- Mints or your preferred treats.
- Sunscreen.
- Boot polish kit.
- Spurs.
- Gloves.
- Extra hair ties and hairnets.
- Water bottle.
- Small snack bar or something so you don’t get starving.
How tall should an 11 year old pony be?
Typically, children up to the age of 12 ride 12.2hh ponies, at age 12 to 16 years they ride 14.2hh ponies, and then from 16 and up they move onto horses. If your child isn’t the tallest or strongest rider, there’s the middle size of 13.2hh to consider too.
What height is a park hack?
A Park Hack is over 148cm and does not exceed 158cm. A Hack is over 158cm. The ideal Show Hack should be a sound quality animal with excellent conformation and an even temperament. A top class Show Hack will also show elegance and gaiety and demonstrate very good movement.
Which pony is best?
Top 5 Pony Breeds For Children And Small Adults
- Welsh Pony. Welsh Ponies are not only athletic, but also sturdy and dependable.
- Pony of Americas. You’ll be seeing a whole of spots with the Pony of Americas or POA.
- Shetland Pony.
- Connemara Pony.
- Quarter Pony.
How much weight can a 12 hand pony carry?
How much weight can a 12-hand pony carry? 12 hand ponies typically weigh between 530-815lbs. So based on the weight, a rider and their tack should weigh a maximum of 100 to 160 lbs.
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.
Can a horse carry a 200 pound person?
Generally, a horse can safely carry about 20% of its body weight. So, for example, a 1000-pound horse could carry up to 200 pounds safely. Of course, this is just a general guideline, and horses can often carry more or less weight depending on their individual circumstances.
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.
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