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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Offering a Horse Hotel on Your Property: Tips for Barn Owners
Small private barn owners may be interested in offering a horse hotel, or a stall for those traveling with horses, whether it be for a night or a bit longer. There is a lot to think about before you advertise. Learn tips from lifelong Pony Club member Lorelei Wilson Coplen, who has run a horse hotel for many years.
- Dressage, Eventing, I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News, In The Spotlight, Member Spotlight, Pony Club Blog, Pony Club Love, Show Jumping
Member Spotlight: Hannah Worthley
This Pony Club Member Spotlight, brought to you by Kentucky Performance Products, features Hannah Worthley an all-around English rider from Heart To Heart Morgans Pony Club Riding Center in the Western New York Region.
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Pegasus Documentary “On the Fringe” Explores the Realities of Pursuing Elite Equestrian Sport, Including Through Pony Club
On the Fringe, a new documentary that examines the sacrifices, challenges, and ambitions that define life just outside the sport’s highest levels recently launched on YouTube. The film also shines a light on the organizations, local horse shows, Pony Clubs, trainers, and volunteers that form the foundation of equestrian sport. By bringing these stories to the forefront, On the Fringe aims to spark conversations about how the industry can continue to grow while preserving the pathways that make participation possible. Watch the documentary here.
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Equine Industry Unites for Inaugural HORSETOBER, Celebrating the Horse-Human Connection
Horses for Mental Health (HMH) announced the launch of HORSETOBER, a new international awareness movement bringing together organizations, brands and horse lovers to share stories of the meaningful relationships between humans and horses.
- Horse Careers, Horse Health, Horse Management, Horse Well-Being, Pony Club Blog, Tips From Pony Club Pros
Inside Your Horse’s Inner Circle: Voices from Your Equine Care Team
Every horse has a story, and behind that story is a team of people dedicated to helping him thrive. His inner circle may include the owner, rider, trainer, farrier, groom, and barn manager who support his day-to-day care, as well as practitioners offering alternative therapies, such as acupuncture, massage, and physiotherapy. Together with the veterinarian—the quarterback—who helps guide medical care and coordinates with the broader team, these professionals play an important role in helping a horse feel and perform at his best.
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Six Pony Club Members and the “Magnificent 7” Take on the 2026 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to cheer on six Pony Club members working with Sandia Creek Ranch Auxiliary Foundation (SCRAF) of Fallbrook, Calif., who are taking seven retired Thoroughbred racehorses on an unforgettable journey to the 2026 Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover, held October 7–10 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky.
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Creating a Comprehensive Care Plan for Your Horse
Planning ahead for your horse’s annual health care and developing good preventive strategies makes a difference in your horse’s overall health. Learn how to develop a year-round comprehensive care plan to keep your horse feeling their best.
- Dressage, Eventing, I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News, In The Spotlight, Member Spotlight, Pony Club Blog, Pony Club Love, Show Jumping
Member Spotlight: Alexis Miller
This Pony Club Member Spotlight, brought to you by Kentucky Performance Products, features Alexis Miller, an all-around rider from Kachemak Pony Club in the Alaska Region.
- I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News, In The Spotlight, Pony Club Activities, Pony Club Blog, Tetrathlon
Training for Tetrathlon
Two experienced USPC Tetrathlon athletes share their tips for training for this unique four-phase discipline.
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Overcoming 8 Everyday Arena Problems
Knowing how to problem-solve in the arena is key for any rider to improve. Let's take a look at what to do in eight common scenarios.