Training

We run an active timetable of rallies, training and fun activities to cater for the varied ages and abilities of our members.

We endeavour to run all rallies and training at prices to break even and they are often subsidised from branch funds. Prices reflect venue hire, coaching fees and how many members are taking part in each session. For Juniors and above we try to keep groups to a maximum of four for a one-hour session. Please view our upcoming training sessions on Horse Events or navigate to them on the calendar.

As well as mini training and rallies we offer discipline training – more details are on the individual pages.

Show Jumping Flatwork Cross Country All Fitz Rallies

Chief Coach: Pip King

Pip is a UKCC level 2 accredited coach and not only does she teach show jumping for the Fitzwilliam pony club but she is responsible for co-ordinating all the branch training and rallies.

As a former member of the Fitzwilliam pony club she has many happy memories growing up at camp, rallies and taking part in the team competitions. Therefore she knows what it is to be a member and takes the task of organising the training very seriously to help produce confident jockeys that take pride in their ponies, themselves and the Fitzwilliam.

Head over to the Show Jumping page to read the full biography (and see a picture of Pip competing whilst in the Fitz!)

Pony Club Achievement Tests

‘Training for Tests’ online monthly horse and pony care online sessions via zoom for members 10 years and above who hold their D Test and are working towards the D+ Test.

Monthly achievement badge rallies – for those members 10 years and above.

Pony Club Test training and tests organised for all levels throughout the year – please book on with Horse Events via the calendar.

The Team

Claire Dodson – PC Test Trainer and co-ordinator plus rally coach (junior and senior)
Karen Gow – PC Test Trainer and co-ordinator (junior and senior) plus mini badge H&P care
Lizzie Robinson – Minis H&P care, mini badge rally & E test coordinator
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Upcoming Tests and Training

E+ test

12 May 2024 – This is a voluntary test for Fitzwilliam members aged between 6-7 years

D test

Friday 31 May – Training followed by test at Moats Way EC

D+ test

Thursday 27 June – Start of D+ training programme, dates of all trainings and test to be confirmed

E test

Sunday 23 June – Training followed by test at Alconbury

C test

19 September – 6.30 – 7.30pm at Moats Way EC – UNMOUNTED H&P Care COACH: Karen Gow

21 September – 10.00 – 11.30am at Moats Way EC – MOUNTED Riding Session COACH: Claire Dodson

26 September – 6.30 – 7.30pm at Moats Way EC – UNMOUNTED H&P Care COACH: Karen Gow

3 October – 6.30 – 7.30pm at Moats Way EC – UNMOUNTED H&P Care COACH: Karen Gow

10 October – 6.30 – 7.30pm at Moats Way EC – UNMOUNTED H&P Care COACH: Karen Gow

12 October – 6.30 – 7.30 pm at Moats Way EC – MOUNTED Riding Session COACH: Claire Dodson

Test date to be confirmed with all the Members.

B Test and training

9 May – 6.30 – 8.00 pm at Moats Way EC – UNMOUNTED Set up a course of Show Jumps and assess a round COACH: Claire Dodson

23 May – 7.00 – 8.00pm Online Teams Session – Dressage Movements and Scoring COACH: Philippa Coles

26 May – time TBC – UNMOUNTED Grassland Management COACH: Philippa Coles–>

MINI TRAINING

These group sessions are aimed at our younger members, including those on leadrein, and include unmounted stable management sessions. Riding sessions include polework, dressage, show jumping and cross country, together with information on the rules and dress code for these disciplines, with the emphasis on fun! Members can work towards Pony Club badges and Progressive Pony Club Awards through these sessions.

FUN RALLIES

These are run alongside the above training sessions, at a variety of venues and catering to all ages.<br />

Wherever possible, rallies and training groups are based on ability and not restricted to age. If you are not sure which sessions to book in to, please ask the training or rally organisers – they are there to help and answer any questions you may have. Their contact details will be listed in the rally information.

Tetrathlon

Triathlon/Tetrathlon Team Manager – Rebecca Logan
Swimming training – Fi Baylis

Click here to read more information about Triathlons and Tetrathlons with the Fitz

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Show Jumping

Coach: Pip King
Team Co-ordinator Claire Smith

Click here to read more information about Show Jumping with the Fitz

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Dressage

Coach: Kirsty Moat

Click here to read more information about Dressage with the Fitz

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Eventing

Coach: Tricia Price
Team Co-ordinator: Fi Moore

Click here to read more information about Eventing with the Fitz

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