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What is 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.
Access Equestrian youth members join and participate in novice and junior Pony Club activities through our riding center. Through the senior program, adult members and volunteers may also participate in all the activities that Pony Club offers. Membership is open to all ages and experience levels—whether you are just starting or have been actively involved with horses for years. There are a variety of different membership types.
Access Equestrian youth members join and participate in novice and junior Pony Club activities through our riding center. Through the senior program, adult members and volunteers may also participate in all the activities that Pony Club offers. Membership is open to all ages and experience levels—whether you are just starting or have been actively involved with horses for years. There are a variety of different membership types.
Pony Club Core ValuesHORSEMANSHIP with respect to healthcare, nutrition, stable management, handling and riding a mount safely, correctly and with confidence.
ORGANIZED TEAMWORK including cooperation, communication, responsibility, leadership, mentoring, teaching and fostering a supportive yet competitive environment. RESPECT for the horse and self through horsemanship, for land through land conservation, and for others through service and teamwork. SERVICE by providing opportunity for members, parents, and others to support the Pony Club program location, regionally and nationally through volunteerism. EDUCATION at an individual pace to achieve personal goals and expand knowledge through teaching others. |
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What is Pony Club?
The United States Pony Club (USPC) is a national organization founded in 1954 to teach riding and the proper care of horses. Pony Club emphasizes the all-around development of good horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Opportunities abound for members to attend rallies, clinics, and educational events. Rallies provide competition opportunities in a variety of disciplines, and give members valuable lessons in organization, communication, teamwork, and respect for themselves and others. Members who do not wish to compete may focus on progressing through the certification levels in both Horse Management and a riding discipline. Each level earned requires an increasing depth of knowledge and skills.
Who can join Pony Club?
As an officially recognized Pony Club Riding Center, Access Equestrian is pleased to offer programming serving youth ages 6 to adults. Membership is open to current Access Equestrian clients, employees, and volunteers. Pony Club is most suitable to individuals who are capable of safely interacting with horses under minimal supervision. If you are unsure if Pony Club would be a good fit for you or your child, please speak with your Access Equestrian instructor.
What events are planned for 2024?
Access Equestrian Pony Club has planned a full slate of programming that we hope will have “something for everyone”. Our current calendar includes the following events.
Quiz Rally Preps & Winter Learning Series:
Weekly Sessions - January through April 2024
Metropolitan Region Quiz Rally:
Saturday, April 13, 2024 in Wilton, CT
Horse Management and Riding Certification:
Spring - Date & Time TBA
Metropolitan Region Show Jumping Rally:
Spring - Date & Location TBA
Access Equestrian Riding Clinic
with guest instructor:
Summer - Date & Location TBA
(open to Metropolitan Region Pony Club Members and non-USPC members)
Metropolitan Region Dressage Rally hosted by Access Equestrian:
Spring - Date & Location TBA
Access Equestrian Modified Tetrathlon Rally:
Fall - Date & Location TBA
(open to Metropolitan Region Pony Club Members and non-USPC members)
Metropolitan Region Choose Your Ride Rally:
Fall - Date & Location TBA
Access Equestrian Pony Club Year-end Celebration & Awards:
December 2024 at Access Equestrian
Access Equestrian Pony Club Monthly Meetings:
Monthly Date & Location TBA
United States Pony Club Festival & Championships:
July 15 - 22, 2023 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY
(eligibility period begins on April 1, 2023 - June 23, 2024)
We are always looking for events that will appeal to our membership. Members are encouraged to submit ideas for events.
The United States Pony Club (USPC) is a national organization founded in 1954 to teach riding and the proper care of horses. Pony Club emphasizes the all-around development of good horsemanship skills both on and off the horse. Opportunities abound for members to attend rallies, clinics, and educational events. Rallies provide competition opportunities in a variety of disciplines, and give members valuable lessons in organization, communication, teamwork, and respect for themselves and others. Members who do not wish to compete may focus on progressing through the certification levels in both Horse Management and a riding discipline. Each level earned requires an increasing depth of knowledge and skills.
Who can join Pony Club?
As an officially recognized Pony Club Riding Center, Access Equestrian is pleased to offer programming serving youth ages 6 to adults. Membership is open to current Access Equestrian clients, employees, and volunteers. Pony Club is most suitable to individuals who are capable of safely interacting with horses under minimal supervision. If you are unsure if Pony Club would be a good fit for you or your child, please speak with your Access Equestrian instructor.
What events are planned for 2024?
Access Equestrian Pony Club has planned a full slate of programming that we hope will have “something for everyone”. Our current calendar includes the following events.
Quiz Rally Preps & Winter Learning Series:
Weekly Sessions - January through April 2024
Metropolitan Region Quiz Rally:
Saturday, April 13, 2024 in Wilton, CT
Horse Management and Riding Certification:
Spring - Date & Time TBA
Metropolitan Region Show Jumping Rally:
Spring - Date & Location TBA
Access Equestrian Riding Clinic
with guest instructor:
Summer - Date & Location TBA
(open to Metropolitan Region Pony Club Members and non-USPC members)
Metropolitan Region Dressage Rally hosted by Access Equestrian:
Spring - Date & Location TBA
Access Equestrian Modified Tetrathlon Rally:
Fall - Date & Location TBA
(open to Metropolitan Region Pony Club Members and non-USPC members)
Metropolitan Region Choose Your Ride Rally:
Fall - Date & Location TBA
Access Equestrian Pony Club Year-end Celebration & Awards:
December 2024 at Access Equestrian
Access Equestrian Pony Club Monthly Meetings:
Monthly Date & Location TBA
United States Pony Club Festival & Championships:
July 15 - 22, 2023 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY
(eligibility period begins on April 1, 2023 - June 23, 2024)
We are always looking for events that will appeal to our membership. Members are encouraged to submit ideas for events.
COST
What are the costs associated with Pony Club membership?
New Members
$290 (includes National, Regional, and Club level dues)
Returning Members
$240 ($145 National renewal fee + $85 Club/Regional dues)
AEL Team Members
AEL participants who also join Pony Club may deduct $40 Club dues from their Pony Club dues payment.
Pony Club Members should also be prepared to pay the costs of attendance at any club activities, clinics, National or Regional Rallies they wish to participate in (i.e. entry fees, horse usage fees, transportation, required attire, incidentals).
New Members
$290 (includes National, Regional, and Club level dues)
Returning Members
$240 ($145 National renewal fee + $85 Club/Regional dues)
AEL Team Members
AEL participants who also join Pony Club may deduct $40 Club dues from their Pony Club dues payment.
Pony Club Members should also be prepared to pay the costs of attendance at any club activities, clinics, National or Regional Rallies they wish to participate in (i.e. entry fees, horse usage fees, transportation, required attire, incidentals).
JOIN
Is Pony Club just for kids?
No! Adults are welcome to join Pony Club, and nationally adults are the fastest growing demographic in the organization.
In the interest of the safety of our younger members, there are additional requirements for adult members. All members 18 and older must complete Safe Sport Training, and all members aged 21 and over must submit to a background check.
How can I join Access Equestrian Pony Club?
Please speak with our AEPC Center Administrator, Denise Avolio or our Assistant Center Administrator, Heather Sullivan. You may also send an email to [email protected] if you are interested in signing up for yourself or your child.
Renewing members should renew and pay National dues online through the e-mail link sent directly by USPC. Renewing members must also submit a payment to Access Equestrian for the $85 Regional/Club dues.
Any members who wish to participate in Quiz Rally must submit their participant applications and dues by January 31, 2023 in order to allow sufficient processing time. All other AEPC members should submit their member application and dues before February 28, 2023, so they may begin attending meetings in March.
Where can I learn more about Pony Club?
For general information visit The United States Pony Club, Inc. website to learn more.
www.ponyclub.org
For additional information about Access Equestrian Pony Club, please speak with our AEPC Center Administrator, Denise Avolio or our Assistant Center Administrator, Heather Sullivan. You may also e-mail us at [email protected]
Can I volunteer with Pony Club?
Absolutely! We are always looking for volunteers to help out with Pony Club events. Volunteering can be a great way to get involved if you aren’t sure you have the time to commit to being a Pony Club member. Opportunities include chaperoning at rallies or field trips, event set-up, and scribing for mounted clinics.
If you would like to be added to our pool of Pony Club volunteers, please contact our Assistant Center Administrator,
Heather Sullivan by email at [email protected].
No! Adults are welcome to join Pony Club, and nationally adults are the fastest growing demographic in the organization.
In the interest of the safety of our younger members, there are additional requirements for adult members. All members 18 and older must complete Safe Sport Training, and all members aged 21 and over must submit to a background check.
How can I join Access Equestrian Pony Club?
Please speak with our AEPC Center Administrator, Denise Avolio or our Assistant Center Administrator, Heather Sullivan. You may also send an email to [email protected] if you are interested in signing up for yourself or your child.
Renewing members should renew and pay National dues online through the e-mail link sent directly by USPC. Renewing members must also submit a payment to Access Equestrian for the $85 Regional/Club dues.
Any members who wish to participate in Quiz Rally must submit their participant applications and dues by January 31, 2023 in order to allow sufficient processing time. All other AEPC members should submit their member application and dues before February 28, 2023, so they may begin attending meetings in March.
Where can I learn more about Pony Club?
For general information visit The United States Pony Club, Inc. website to learn more.
www.ponyclub.org
For additional information about Access Equestrian Pony Club, please speak with our AEPC Center Administrator, Denise Avolio or our Assistant Center Administrator, Heather Sullivan. You may also e-mail us at [email protected]
Can I volunteer with Pony Club?
Absolutely! We are always looking for volunteers to help out with Pony Club events. Volunteering can be a great way to get involved if you aren’t sure you have the time to commit to being a Pony Club member. Opportunities include chaperoning at rallies or field trips, event set-up, and scribing for mounted clinics.
If you would like to be added to our pool of Pony Club volunteers, please contact our Assistant Center Administrator,
Heather Sullivan by email at [email protected].