What is a Triathlon/Tetrathlon?
These competitions test general horsemanship and athletic ability for all levels of competitor. It was originally set up for the boys, but there are now separate competitions for girls held under same rules.
Briefly a Tetrathlon consists of four phases
Shooting – using a 4.5mm calibre air pistol and pony club targets
Running – over a carefully measured course and each competitor’s time is measured
Swimming – competitors score points on how far they swim in a certain time
Cross Country – generally over a fixed cross country course which includes a gate to open and close, and a slip rail
Triathlons consist of the Shooting, Running and Swimming phases with more competitions being held during the winter months – a fun way for members to socialise off their ponies.
Tetrathlon shoot practices take place on Thursday evenings 5pm-7pm at the Braunton Shooting club.
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