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Fun and Friendship are part of the United States Pony Clubs, Inc. The United States Pony Clubs (USPC) was founded in 1954 as a nonprofit national youth horsemanship organization. The USPC has over 600 Pony Clubs nationwide, including Alaska and Hawaii, 10,000 youth members and thousands of dedicated volunteers. USPC members range in age from as young as 4 to age 25. The local club is the heart of the organization offering activities to best meet the needs of members. The national organization is based in Lexington, Ky. Through the USPC formal instructional program, members learn about horses and their care. Horse Management is continually evaluated throughout all riding activities, which include Dressage, Eventing, Mounted Games, Polocrosse, Show Jumping, and Tetrathlon. Vaulting, Polo, and Foxhunting are other activities. Although USPC emphasizes instruction over competition, members actively compete at club, regional, and national rallies. Pony Club members progress through a standard rating system that guides them into learning more about horses while becoming increasingly accomplished riders. The Pony Club member who achieves the “A” rating – reached only by a small percentage of all members – is a highly competent and knowledgeable horseperson. The United States Pony Clubs, Inc., an organization for youth, provides a program that teaches riding mounted sports, and the care of horses and ponies, thereby developing responsibility, moral judgment, leadership and self-confidence.

NYB: Reasons to take the H-A/H-HM Testing

January 15, 2021 Pony Club Horse Management, National Youth Board, Pony Club Love

Written by Elizabeth Larson Since the start of the new year is often when we make decisions about our goals for the year, I want to encourage you to include[…]

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Discover the Benefits of Visiting Instruction

January 15, 2021 Pony Club Visiting Instruction

With Pony Club’s Visiting Instructor Program, find out how your club, center or region can gain access to well-qualified, nationally certified members to assist with camps, clinics and more.

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Attendee Guide to USPC’s 2021 Virtual Equine Symposium & Convention

January 14, 2021 Pony Club Annual Meetings, Pony Club Love, Special Events

The United States Pony Club is preparing for a weekend of online education and fun at the 2021 Virtual Equine Symposium & Convention. Here’s how to be part of it!

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Using the Pony Club Experience to Enhance Your College Essay

January 12, 2021 Pony Club Pony Club Love, Slices of Life, Tips From Pony Club Pros

Writing about your experiences in Pony Club can help create a strong impression with the school of your dreams. Here are some tips to craft a great college essay.

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Make Your Dream Career a Reality with the AHP Student Media Award

January 11, 2021 Pony Club In The Spotlight, Pony Club Love, Slices of Life

For aspiring journalists who love horses, American Horse Publications (AHP) offers a leg up on a career in equine media through the AHP Student Award Program.

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Pony Club Leads Andie Sue Roth to Paralympic Dreams

January 8, 2021 Pony Club Dressage, I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News, In The Spotlight, Pony Club Love, Slices of Life

Andie Sue Roth’s Pony Club experience helped prepare her to compete in front of international paralympic dressage judges.

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NYB: Visiting Instructor Program

January 8, 2021 Pony Club National Youth Board, Pony Club Love, Visiting Instruction

Written by Alex McKinley The Visiting Instructor program is an amazing opportunity offered through Pony Club that is often not known or taken advantage of. I have had many amazing[…]

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Pony Club Sponsor Spotlight

January 4, 2021 Pony Club In The Spotlight, Pony Club Love

Pony Club’s sponsors play a very important role in support programming and opportunities for all members. Get to know our sponsors and join us in thanking them.

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Get to Know the Visiting Instruction Program

December 24, 2020 Pony Club Visiting Instruction

How would you like to go somewhere new to teach Pony Club members and inspire the next generation? As a visiting instructor, you’ll have the opportunity to share your knowledge and expertise.

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Five Great Reasons to Attend the 2021 Virtual Equine Symposium and Convention hosted by USPC

December 23, 2020 Pony Club Annual Meetings, Pony Club Love, Special Events

The 2021 Equine Symposium & Convention hosted by USPC has transitioned to an entirely virtual experience. Find out how it works and why you should attend.

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