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USPC Festival Education Offered for All Horse Enthusiasts; Register Now for Riding Clinics with Your Horse, Plus Educational Workshops and Special Demonstrations
The 2026 USPC Festival will present top-tier immersive equestrian education across eight disciplines and horsemanship and equine industry topics at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky., July 13–19, 2026. USPC Festival speakers and clinicians include Olympians, international competitors, nationally recognized judges, and leading coaches—many holding the prestigious USPC “A” certification—who will share their expertise with horse enthusiasts of all ages. Enjoy this preview of all the clinicians and topics being presented.
- Dressage, Eventing, Festival Hangout, Horse Management, I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News, Instruction, Pony Club Activities, Show Jumping, Special Events, USPC Championships, USPC Festival
Special Events at the 2026 USPC Festival
The countdown to Festival is heating up! As you are planning and preparing for your trip, here are some special events at the 2026 USPC Festival that you won’t want to miss.
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Preparing for Your H-B Certification
Taking a national-level certification requires a step up in knowledge and ability from local-level testings, and preparing for a national certification requires dedication. Get great tips for prepping for the national-level H-B certification.
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USPC Festival Returns This July, Offering Unmatched Equestrian Education For All and USPC Championships Across Eight Disciplines
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to be hosting the 2026 USPC Festival this summer, to be held July 13–19, at the iconic Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky.
- Dressage, Eventing, Foxhunting, Hunter Seat Equitation, I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News, Instruction, Play Games, Polocrosse, Show Jumping, Trail, USPC Festival, Western, Western Dressage
Preview the Mounted Clinic Lineup for the 2026 USPC Festival
What’s the most fun you can have on horseback? If you sign up to attend the 2026 USPC Festival Education sessions, you will discover that it is the mounted clinics at Festival. Enjoy this preview of the scheduled mounted clinics and start planning your learning experience today.
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United States Pony Club Continues Partnership with USEA in 2026, Championing Education and Development
The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is pleased to announce its continued partnership with the United States Pony Club (USPC) in 2026, renewing its role as the Presenting Sponsor of the USEA Eventing Coaches Program (ECP) workshops. This ongoing collaboration highlights both organizations’ shared focus on strengthening education and elevating standards within the sport of eventing.
- Dressage, Eventing, Foxhunting, Horse Management, Hunter Seat Equitation, Instruction, Play Games, Polocrosse, Pony Club Blog, Show Jumping, Trail, USPC Festival, Western Dressage
2026 USPC Festival Education Preview
The plans for 2026 USPC Festival Education are more exciting than ever. This summer, you’re invited to join Pony Club members from across the country for a week of riding, learning, and fun with friends at the 2026 USPC Festival, July 13–19, 2026.
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Riding a New Horse
Whether you take regular lessons, are searching for your next mount, are borrowing a horse, or participate in a “catch ride” formatted competition program, riding a variety of horses is what makes a rider well-rounded. Check out these tips for riding a new horse.
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Get the Most from Riding in a Clinic
Riding in a clinic can be an invaluable educational experience, offering a chance to learn new techniques and access to a higher level of instruction, while boosting confidence and skills. Follow these tips to get the most from riding in a clinic.
- Horse Health, Horse Management, Horse Well-Being, Instruction, Pony Club Blog, Tips From Pony Club Pros
Equine Sedation: A Comprehensive Guide for Horse Owners
This article on equine sedation, courtesy of the experts at Zoetis Equine, provides horse owners with a comprehensive guide for what to expect, pre- and post-sedation, as well as during, and explains the three types of sedatives available to give to horses.
