Dumble End Farm, Oxton Hill, Southwell NG25 0RB

Please ensure you are booked on the training with either Suzanne Green or Jean Hopkinson

suzannegreen5@me.com   or     jean.hopkinson1@btinternet.com

Pony Club Test Structure         Click here for further details

For further information on Test Taking at SNHPC, please contact Suzaanne Green or Jean Hopkinson

 PONY CLUB TESTS

 The tests are intended to assess riding and horse and pony care in a structured way. There are a number of tests ranging in difficulty from E which is the easiest thorough D,  D+, C ,C+, B, Lungeing ,  AH , A riding  which is the most difficult. The tests must be attempted in succession. The syllabi are on test cards available from Judy or Jean and from The Pony Club Office.

Please email Suzanne Green to reserve a place indicating what test your child needs to take suzanne@cornerhouse-nottm.co.uk

Last year we trained many of our riders through the Pony Club test structure with tests take from E Level right up to AH level.  This year we plan to do the same so if you are interested in taking tests please can you contact Suzanne Green – Suzanne@cornerhouse-nottm.co.uk or 07899 962029 stating the name of the child, and which test they wish to take.  Please note tests must be done in order from E (at the bottom of the test ladder). The lower tests can be organised and run by Jean, others we have to bring external instructors in.  The B test and upwards are fixed area dates which will be circulated shortly, but normally there is one at Easter, August and October. Tests above C plus are via recommendation from the DC/Chief Instructor. We would also like to know who would like to do a young instructors course.  This is really for the older riders who as a minimum have done their C plus.

D test aim: To have a basic understanding of ponies.  To achieve confidence in handling and riding a pony.  To improve and enjoy learning about ponies

D+aim :To be working towards developing a balanced seat independent of the reins.  As of January 2010, Members have to pass their D+ Test before taking their C Test.

C test aim: To understand the importance of, and to be working towards a secure correct balanced seat, independent of the reins. To understand why a correct seat is important. To apply simple aids correctly. To have a knowledge of the care and working of a pony off grass. To be in control of the pony on the roads and in the countryside. To have a proper regard for country lore.

C + test aim. To become an educated and practical rider.  To ride over fences at all paces.  To gain practical experience and knowledge of the care of a stabled pony and of a pony at grass.  To be capable of riding a well-mannered pony out hunting and in all Pony Club activities.  To ride intelligently and with due regard for others on the roads and in the country, and with a knowledge of pace, distance and discipline when riding alone and in groups.  As of January 2010, Members have to pass their C+ Test before taking their B Test

B Test aim: (care element) to gain practical experience and knowledge of the care of a stabled horse/pony and of a horse/pony at grass.  To look after these before, during and after the day’s hunting, eventing or endurance.

B Test aim: (riding element) to become an effective rider who knows the reasons for what he or she is doing.  To know the Scales of Training.  To understand the Scales and provide a staircase of training suitable for all horses and ponies.  To be able to maintain a horse’s way of going.  To ride over fences at all paces.  To be capable of riding a well-mannered horse or pony out hunting, in horse trials, or on a long distance ride.  To ride intelligently and with due regard for others in the country, with a knowledge of pace, distance and discipline when riding alone and in groups. Members holding the full B Test are allowed direct entry to BHS Stage III.

Lunging test To be able to work the horse for exercise on the lunge.

Coaching Certificates To give candidates a sound base of coaching knowledge, to enable them to teach a group of riders up to C standard and a group of C+ standard for horse care

AH The Pony Club A Test is the highest Test within The Pony Club structure. It is recognised world wide and is very much sought after! The AH Test is the Stable Management phase of the A Test. Those who have passed B (horse & pony care) Test only and have been recommended after an assessment by an AH examiner can also take the Test.

A testThe Pony Club A Test is the highest Test within The Pony Club structure. It is recognized world wide and is very much sought after!