Pony Club Blog
All posts of this category were published on the Pony Club Blog for members and nonmembers to enjoy and learn from.
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Pony Club Invites All Horse Lovers to Enjoy Equestrian Education at the 2025 USPC Convention in January
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) invites horse lovers of all ages, experience levels, and disciplines to attend the 2025 USPC Convention, hosted by USPC and the Great Lakes Region, from January 22–26, 2025, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Traverse City, Mich. You do not have to be a member of Pony Club to attend. The event will offer a variety of educational opportunities, including leadership training, equine education, and hands-on learning activities, as well as networking, camaraderie, and connections to be made with equine enthusiasts from around the country.
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United States Pony Clubs Announces Safety Updates Related to Helmets, Stirrups, and Body Protection Vests
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) announced changes to its safety policies and tack allowances that involve helmets, body protection vests, and stirrups. These changes affect all USPC participating members and members participating in a Pony Club event from another organization, such as during an international exchange. Learn more about the changes that go into effect January 1, 2025.
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Dancing with a Western Flair
Now available as a USPC certification track, Western Dressage offers benefits for every horse and every rider. Learn how you can get started, and how to offer it in your club/center program.
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Mental Health for the Rider
All riders struggle with fear, anxiety, anger, and frustration—in riding and in life—but how can we help ourselves and get back to better riding? Two experts share tips on developing happier riders.
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Becoming a United States Pony Clubs National Examiner
Have you ever wondered how a National Examiner (NE) got their job? Or have you ever thought about becoming one yourself or striving to reach that level during your Pony Club journey?
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Expanding the Hoofprint for Healing
Learn about the healing power of horses for mental health and programs that amplify this horse-human connection.
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Tips to Help Off-Track Thoroughbreds to Shine in Second Careers
Pony Club clinician and coach Richard Lamb shares tips for working with off-track Thoroughbreds.
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Key Organizations Sign Historic Commitment to Equestrian Multi-Sport
The Pony Club International Alliance (PCIA) and the International Pentathlon Association (IPA) have signed an agreement to work together to develop, promote, and manage equestrian multi-sport.
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Pony Club Announces Partnership Opportunities
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) invites the equestrian community to partner with Pony Club in 2025 and beyond. We've got a lot of options, including customized sponsorship opportunities.
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Cold Weather Grooming Tips
Grooming your horse in the winter takes a little more elbow grease than in summer. The routine and grooming steps are the same, but you must account for longer hair and no option to bathe if it’s too cold where you live. However, there are ways to deep-clean your fuzzy horse in cold weather.
