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. The skills, habits and values instilled through horsemanship will apply to every part of a member's life. Many of our graduates feel that Pony Club helped shape their character and the choices they have made as adults.
sportsmanship, stewardship and FUN! Members learn riding and the care of horses through mounted sports. The skills, habits and values instilled through horsemanship will apply to every part of a member's life. Many of our graduates feel that Pony Club helped shape their character and the choices they have made as adults.
Pony Club started as an idea in Great Britain in 1928. The founders recognized the need for any child with an interest to have access to excellent equestrian education and training. The idea was so successful that it soon spread to other countries. In 1954, Pony Club came to the United States and today is in 31 countries with 130,000 members! Everyone begins Pony Club at the same level. As members learn and develop at their own pace, they have the opportunity to progress through the Pony Club certification system. Each level requires an increasing depth of knowledge and skills. The highest certification distinguishes the rider as an accomplished, professional-level horseman.
Pony Club teaches a solid foundation of correct riding based on timeless classical principles. Members learn good balance and communication, developing into thinking and effective riders, always with the horse's best interests at heart. They become confident and comfortable riding in the arena and in the open. Today, riders can take part in Dressage, Show Jumping, Hunter Seat Equitation and Western.
Pony Club teaches a solid foundation of correct riding based on timeless classical principles. Members learn good balance and communication, developing into thinking and effective riders, always with the horse's best interests at heart. They become confident and comfortable riding in the arena and in the open. Today, riders can take part in Dressage, Show Jumping, Hunter Seat Equitation and Western.
