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Training for Tetrathlon
Two experienced USPC Tetrathlon athletes share their tips for training for this unique four-phase discipline.
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The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. Celebrates a Successful 2026 USPC Festival with Education and Championships
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is celebrating the success of the 2026 USPC Festival. The USPC Festival returned to the Kentucky Horse Park, July 13–19, for an unforgettable week of competition and education. Pony Club members, families, and friends gathered from as far away as Hawaii for the ultimate Pony Club event, along with the legion of volunteers, coaches, judges, and clinicians it takes to make Festival happen. This year's event also featured international visitors, with USPC hosting teams from five countries participating in the Pony Club International Alliance (PCIA) Mounted Games Exchange.
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Live Oak Hounds–USPC Foxhunting Challenge 2025–2026 Results
It was another great year for the Live Oak Hounds-USPC Foxhunting Challenge! The Live Oak Hounds–USPC Foxhunting Challenge is designed to encourage Pony Club members to try the sport and to reward members who hunt on a regular basis and who serve as mentors for newcomers. See the full list of placings and honorable mentions here.
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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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Pony Club Riders Excel at the 2026 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, Showcasing Pony Club as a Pathway to the Top of Equestrian Sport
The United States Pony Clubs (USPC or Pony Club) proudly celebrated the extraordinary impact of Pony Club members and alumni—both from the U.S. and around the world—at the 2026 Defender Kentucky Three‑Day Event (K3DE). Pony Club alumni made up a commanding portion of the entries in both the CCI5*-L and CCI4*-S divisions, and they delivered outstanding performances at the highest level of the sport in the CCI5*-L, accounting for eight of the top 10 positions on the final leaderboard. While competitors were showcasing their skills, USPC staff engaged young horse lovers and provided educational activities at the Kentucky Kids Club, which was proudly sponsored by the United States Pony Clubs.…
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Find the United States Pony Clubs at Equestrian Events This Spring and Summer
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is headed for a busy spring and summer attending events. We hope you will visit us and enjoy special Pony Club-related activities at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, Equine Affaire Ohio, and at the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) National Finals.
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Highlights from the 2026 USPC Convention: Education, Horse Well-Being, and Leadership in Action
As a national leader in equestrian education, the United States Pony Clubs (USPC or Pony Club) continued to expand upon the topics horse owners and riders care about most through expert-led presentations at the annual USPC Convention, where learning and leadership development, horse well-being and rider safety, and fun with horses always take center stage. Read all about the happenings at the 2026 USPC Convention.
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6 Favorite Activities to Do in the Lincolnshire, Illinois area, Home of the 2026 USPC Convention, Plus a Peek at the Resort
Winter will still be hanging around in late January, and there are many seasonal activities to do in the Lincolnshire area, located in Lake County in northern Illinois and only 30 minutes from beautiful Lake Michigan. It’s a beautiful spot for the 2026 USPC Convention, sponsored by Elizabeth Hamill Bramsen, 1961 A alum, Wayne-Du Page Hunt Pony Club; and Via Nova Training. The event will be hosted by the North Central Prairie Region, January 28–February 1 at the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort. For fun in the area, check out this blog for our top six recommendations.
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2026 USPC Festival Features Fresh Format and Unified Divisions; Discipline Opportunities Expanded
As The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) continues to evolve and enhance the Pony Club experience for members and participants, multiple changes will go into effect in 2026 that will impact both members and the wider equestrian community. The biggest changes will be seen at the 2026 USPC Festival, along with various competition disciplines. Learn more with this USPC press release.
