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5Feb21 Challenge Yourself with The Cotswold Pony Club

Challenge Yourself Series: This is a series of 6 activities where each person does their own research into the set topic. This is then sent to Nicola Bates, gamblesend@gmail.com. Once a fortnight there will be a zoom session to talk about the topic and sum up people’s ideas, which must be sent to in to above 3 days prior to this zoom session. The sessions will be on a Sunday evening starting at 5pm. The first one will be 31^stJanuary and will run fortnightly after that, ie 14th Feb, 28^th Feb, 14^th March, 28^th March and 11^thApril. The cost for the WHOLE series is £15 for Cotswold members. Hopefully these activities will give you the chance to develop your understanding and thought process. Pay: Cotswold Hunt Pony Club Sort: 30-95-75 Account: 0036056 quote: CYS and Branch Name please fill ensure you fill in a consent form found here and that an adult is present during the zoom.

31^st January 2021 ACTIVITY 1: Write a dressage test of no more than 12 movements plus 4 boxes for the collectives. For each movement you must include the directives (what the judge is looking for). You can choose what level you are basing your test upon up to PC open level. Any questions please email Nick Bates: gamblesend@gmail.com M: 07791 205095

14^th February 2021 ACTIVITY 2: What to think about, ask and look for when buying a new horse.

28^th February 2021 ACTIVITY 3: Design a show jumping course. You must state at what level your course is aimed at. You need to include a course map, plus a separate description of each fence. You do not have to give the distances between each fence but must do so for doubles and trebles. Think of how to encourage a good round.

14^th March 2021 ACTIVITY 4: What you need to think about when buying or renting a field.

28^th March 2021 ACTIVITY 5: Design your own stable yard. Show the plan and describe why you have the choices. Money is not unlimited so don’t go overboard!

11^th April 2021 ACTIVITY 6: What to pack when heading off to a ODE.

Should have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Nichola Bates, Chief Instructor gamblesend@gmail.com M:07791 205095 Pay: Cotswold Hunt Pony Club Sort: 30-95-75 Account: 0036056 quote: CYS & Branch ENSURE YOU FILL IN A CONSENT FORM

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Lucy Garbutt

CHPC

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5Feb21 Beaufort Hunt Zoom Training

Beaufort Hunt Eventing Zoom Training series for 10 years plus

Thursday 4th Feb – Vic – ODE Dressage

Thursday 11th Feb – Rhian – ODE SJ

Thursday 18th Feb – Tara – ODE XC

Thursday 25th Feb – Mike – Planning and Rules

Each call with start at 6pm

Aimed at those wanting to event at 60cm, 70cm and 80cm this year.

(10years) upwards

Each week the trainer will take you through each discipline, the call will be limited to 10 children per call so that they can be interactive. We will group children according to ability.

Session will be £6 each, but discounted to £4 if you book into all 4 sessions.

Please email Kate Lucas at kate2beverston@hotmail.com stating name of rider, membership number, age,height competing at and telephone number

5Feb21 ‘Coming Back Stronger’ with Charlie Unwin’

We are very fortunate to have secured a session with Charlie Unwin on
Wednesday 17th February, this is aimed at members who are aged 13 and
above.

You only need to pay for one ticket per household, so it’s excellent
value for for members and parents who would also like to observe.

If you would like to attend please book in asap, as this will go out to
the whole country after the weekend.

https://www.horse-events.co.uk/horse-events/area-9-pony-club-zoom-event-an-evening-with-charlie-unwin/?fbclid=IwAR0xuWrgpFCjrZaAS3Qin2bb03yKwPiXdpnZ729F9YyJ6AMMQKezr_AWY14

26Jan21 End of Year Celebration

End of Year Celebration

Hi everyone,

We will be holding our End of Year Celebration online this year, and the date will be Friday 12th March from 6.30 – 7.30pm – please bring your own food and drinks!

We will aim to follow the usual format, starting with a with a recap of 2020 from me, followed by a short address from each the committee covering our formal business of accounts and health & safety etc, also informing members what we can offer for all age groups. Please let me know if there are any members or parents who would like to say something – this is your evening – and it would be great to have input from as many of you as possible.

Fran has offered to put together a presentation of ‘your memories’ from 2020 – please send her any photos or videos that you would like to be included, and perhaps some funny photos that you don’t mind sharing? It would be really good to have all our members represented on this video, which in turn, will become a piece of history to look back on in years to come. Plus if there is something you’d like to say about the year, your favourite memory or how your ponies have help you during this time please do let Fran know when you send through your videos as it would be beautiful to have some quotes in there too.

Members Challenge – we would like to set members a challenge of making their own rosettes as a ‘keep sake’ from 2020, these can be displayed on the night and there will be a prize for the best one!

The usual trophies will be awarded for the following –
Most Improved Member at ‘Fun & Friendly’ Rallies
The Brice Shield for most rallies attended in 2020
Young Rider Trophy
The Alliston Trophy for member showing ?????
The Senior Shield for older member with best results at Area Competitions
The Lara Crook Trophy for Member of the Year

I will be in contact, but if you have one of these trophies from last year please get in touch to arrange either returning to me, or passing on to whoever is awarded it this year.

The invitation to the End of Year Celebration will be sent to everyone, but it would be good if you can let me know if you plan to attend.

Don’t forget to send Fran you photos and videos, this is probably best done by WhatsApp

I look forward to hearing from you

Julie

As this year we will not be able to hold out usual End of Year Celebration, we have discussed some alternatives and a popular choice was to do a video – similar to the loo roll challenge – to which all members could contribute their ‘favourite’ pony club memories from 2020. Fran has kindly offered to put this together, so please send your photos and videos to her at <calamity.fran@gmail.com> or by What’s App etc. All photos/videos must be sent to Fran before 31st January.
Once the video has been completed, we will arrange an online presentation where the usual awards will take place

26Jan21 Area and National Quiz 2021

Area Quiz – Saturday 27th February
This will take place online – so you can do it from the comfort of your own home. We have one member who is keen to take part, so just need 3 more to make up a team. Due to the logistics of organising an online quiz, and to give members more time to train, the date may be postponed to March – so no excuse for not getting involved. Ideally the team should be made up of the following – 1 Member 12 years & under, 14 years & under, 16 years & under and 1 Member of any age, all ages at 1st January 2021.

The Cotswold branch have kindly invited us to join in with their online training for the quiz – which is another reason to get involved

National Quiz 2021 – the competition will be by zoom. Berkeley Hunt South Branch are organising the Area Qualifier on 27th of February, the schedule will follow shortly, in the meantime could you please advertise out to members as this is a super lockdown activity.

Teams are made up of: 1 Member 12 years & under, 14 years & under, 16 years & under and 1 Member of any age, all ages at 1st January 2021

N.B. A Team may consist of four members under the age of 12. In this instance, the Team will be asked to nominate which Member will answer the more advanced questions.

Rounds for 2021 are as follows
Pony Club Rules – Eventing and Endurance
The Systems – Nervous
Children’s Equestrian Literature
Riding Away from Home (Countryside Access, Beach Riding, Map Reading, Road Rider)
Pairs Round – Alphabet Soup (Junior – Points of the Horse / Senior – Ailments)
Picture Round – Equestrian Equipment

The Pony Club Quiz is a chance for members to test their equestrian knowledge in a fun and friendly team environment.

One AH Test holder in each Team is allowed to take part in each National Quiz Team.

The National final will be held via Zoom on Saturday 24th April 2020

18May20 Latest update from CEO

The Pony Club Phased Operational Plan for resumption of activities under Covid19
12th May 2020
The Pony Club Board of Trustees have considered various contingency options for the resumption of ridden activity as lockdown restrictions are eased. These have been influenced by government guidelines, consideration of the welfare of horses and ponies and the safety of our members. The trustees are very mindful of the need to keep safe and reduce the impact on the NHS, and the consequent social perception and pressure around riding, together with considerations to social distancing, travel and safety guidelines.
We have been responding in a reactive way to the crisis over the past few weeks. The plan is to move into a period of resumption of ridden activity and the recovery of the organisation. The phased plan below sets out short, medium and long term objectives. We cannot predict the specific timescales for when the different phases can start but we want to be ready to resume riding and training as soon as it is safe to do so. We also want to support our centres to open again as soon as safely possible. The Government restrictions may have a geographical difference and we are mindful that not all areas across the UK will be in a position to move through the phases at the same time.
The enactment of our phased operational plan will depend on the current state of lockdown and restrictions. If the pressure on the NHS eases, our proposed Phase 1 may start. This would see riding resuming if possible (acknowledging that many members may not be able to travel to their horses or centres). The focus in this phase will be our members’ and their families’ safety. As horses and ponies get fitter, and if conditions continue to improve, Phase 2 – the resumption of online competition or training – could then start. Depending on social distancing, travel restrictions and medical cover, training and lessons may start as part of phase 3, this could include smaller rallies for example. Phase 4 would be the resumption of competitions where we will be guided by the Government limitations on numbers / first aid cover and other restrictions including toilets, catering, parking, stabling etc. At any point, if the virus flares up again, we may have to restart the phased approach. We also need to be very mindful of our volunteers, many of whom may be in a vulnerable category and will need to maintain careful social distancing.
Phase 1&2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
Home based riding if possible, focus on Safety, Fitness and Welfare. Centre Staff start getting ponies fit. Small ridden activity (lessons at centres / rallies)
Small competitions / camps
Larger competitions / recovery of usual timetable of activities

The Pony Club Phased Covid19 Operational Plan
Phase and Conditions
Pony Club Members
Pony Club Branches
Pony Club Centres
Pony Club Staff and Volunteers
Lockdown
 Government lockdown
 Restrictions on non-
essential travel
 NHS under pressure
 Rideonlywhenitis necessary and safe to do so, in order to avoid pressure on the NHS and emergency services
 Enjoyunmountedonline activities, badges, competitions and training through the branch, centre or the Members area on the website.
 Supportyourbranchor centre
 No organised ridden activity
 Promote online learning and
activities, follow
safeguarding guidance
 Run competitions, quizzes,
badges, unmounted training sessions, unmounted virtual day camps
 Share ideas and activities in The Pony Club Shared drive
 No organised ridden activity
 Promote online learning and
activities, follow
safeguarding guidance
 Run competitions, quizzes,
badges, unmounted training sessions, unmounted virtual day camps
 Share ideas and activities in The Pony Club Shared drive
 Access business support and grant information
 Staff working from home
 Most staff on furlough,
essential operational, IT, communications and finance functions remain
 Online Meetings with Volunteers
 Communication: at least weekly updates, website FAQs, social channels content, National online competitions and activities
Phase 1: Riding 2-3 weeks
 Pressure on NHS reduced
 Social acceptance of riding
at home
 Horses and Ponies brought
back into work
 Travel restrictions may be
in place
 KeepSafe
 Bringhorsesandponiesback
into work with care and in line with Government restrictions on travel etc.
 UseGuidanceongetting horses and ponies fit
 Continuetoenjoyonline unmounted activities
 Ifyoudonotownahorseor pony or cannot travel to them, support your centre or livery yard and follow their guidance
 Support members with guidance on getting their horses and ponies fit, safely.
 Continue to provide online unmounted learning and activities
 Centres start to get horses and ponies fit, safely.
 Continue to provide online learning and activities
 Communicate with members how fit the ponies are getting and communicate the plan for the return to lessons and members coming back on site if travel restrictions and social distancing allows.
 Access guidance on return to business, risk assessments etc.
 Guidance on safely getting horses and ponies fit.
 Considerations: fresh ponies, spring grass, level of ability of rider, eg: at least 2 weeks’ walk/trot. Week 3 basic fitness including some schooling / cantering
 Support Centres with guidance on business activities – risk assessments, social distancing and medical requirements etc. link with BEF,BHS/RDA
 Communication plans
Phase 2: Online Competitions / Training
 Continuation of Phase 1 conditions
 Travel restrictions may be in place
 KeepSafe
 Awarenessoffitnessfor
competition / training – you
and your horse or pony.
 Takepartinonlinetraining
or competitions
 Support members with access to appropriate online training and competitions
 Continue to provide online learning and activities
 Continue to provide online learning and activities
 If members are allowed to travel and visit centre, consider appropriate lessons
 Promote safe online training and competitions.
 Support centres in preparations for opening
 Continue Communication plan

The Pony Club Phased Covid19 Operational Plan
Phase and Conditions
Pony Club Members
Pony Club Branches
Pony Club Centres
Pony Club Staff and Volunteers
Phase 3: Small Ridden Group Activities: rallies, lessons, tests
 Travel with horses allowed
 Government allows small,
socially distanced groups
 Appropriate medical cover
available
 Member and Volunteer
health and safety a priority
 Availability of suitable PPE /
sanitisation
 If you and your horse or pony are fit enough and you are allowed to travel, consider attending rallies, mounted or unmounted.
 Yoursafetyandthoseofyour family and friends is a priority – follow the guidance of your branch or centre
 Continuetoenjoyonline activities and competitions
 Organise rallies within Government restrictions (number attending, social distancing etc.)
 Rallies can be mounted / unmounted, be mindful of fitness and ability of riders – rebuild confidence and skills
 Undertake tests and badges as appropriate
 Ensure risk assessments in place
 Open within Government Guidelines on social distancing etc and with appropriate risk assessments in place
 Resume lessons and rallies, mounted and unmounted, be mindful of fitness and ability of riders – rebuild confidence and skills
 Undertake tests and badges as appropriate
 Staff still working from home where possible.
 Plan office reopening
 Return from furlough of
some staff
 Staff / Volunteers support
branches and centres in resumption of rallies and lessons.
 Communication and Marketing plan, change in pattern of updates as appropriate
Phase 4: Small Competitions
 All conditions of Phase 3 still in place, particularly medical
cover availability
 Volunteers able to help and
be kept safe
 Consideration for Toilets,
parking, catering, social distancing (prize giving, secretaries etc)
 Abletotraveltosmall competitions
 Enjoydaycampsandbranch and centre activities
 Continuetoenjoyonline activities and competitions
 Continue with rallies, tests badges
 Consider organising smaller competitions, within Government restrictions (number attending, social distancing etc.)
 Ensure risk assessments and medical cover are in place
 Continue with rallies, tests badges
 Consider organising smaller competitions, within Government restrictions (number attending, social distancing etc.)
 Ensure risk assessments and medical cover are in place
 Staff return to office as appropriate
 Sports Committees and ARs input how sport can be run at a local or regional level
 Staff and Volunteers support branches and centres in running competitions and activities
 Communication and Marketing: Membership and Volunteer Experience. Education and Training.
Phase 5: National / larger Competitions and activities
 Situation ‘normal’ or possible with specific conditions eg: social distancing and good hygiene
 All considerations in place, medical, safety etc.
 Enjoy riding your horse or pony at all levels
 Take part in rallies, tests, badges and all activities
 Qualify for Regional and
National Competitions
 Appreciate all the work done
by the staff and volunteers
 Provide a full Branch programme of events
 Support members and teams in qualifying competitions
 Develop membership and
volunteer experience
 Work with Area Rep and
other Branches and Centres to develop offering to members
 Provide a full programme of events
 Support members in competing as appropriate
 Develop membership experience, coordinate with Branches and other centres
 Sustain business with support from Centre Coordinator.
 Staff and Volunteers return to usual pattern of activity
 Organisation of National Competitions
 Focus on Members and Volunteers
 Drive Membership campaign
 Promote charitable and
educational priorities

15Mar20 Latest Pony Club News on Covid-19

See below for more details.

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Pony Club Bulletin – Issue 3 – March 2020

Sent to: Pony Club Members, Branch Officials, Branch PCUK Email Addresses, Centre Proprietors, Centre Coordinators, Company Members, Pony Club Staff
From: The Pony Club

Coronavirus update
Updates on competitions and events
- Winter Series entries now open
- Qualifier dates confirmed for Mini Major
Pony Club Unique Offers
- Badminton ticket offer
- Royal Windsor ticket offer
- Crufts merchandise offers
Volunteers
- Volunteers for Winter Series
Training
- Branch Officials Training
- Safeguarding Courses
PELHAM update

Coronavirus Update

We are very conscious of the developing situation with Coronavirus and we are working with our medical advisor to offer our members, staff, volunteers and officials the best possible advice for coping with the outbreak.

We will continue to monitor the situation and will let you know if there are any updates, but for the time being we are offering the following advice to help minimise risk when taking part in Pony Club events:

Competitors

Minimise the number of people accompanying to help and support – one adult per competitor
Avoid gathering in confined spaces – taking measures such as queuing for toilets outside rather than in the building
Avoid using catering at events, bring your own food and drink to eat in cars

Event organisers

Minimise the amount of time competitors spend at an event, for example:
- Keep competitions as short as possible, for example a single-phase competition for show jumping
- Provide scoring/results online after the event – either on a website or via email
- Send rosettes out by post after the event
Move as much of the event admin online as possible, to avoid the need for people to gather in a tent/office. For example:
- Provide print your own numbers for competitors to print at home or allow use of bridle numbers
- Allow competitors to declare by text once they have arrived
- Scan dressage score sheets and email them, rather than handing out sheets on the day

The Pony Club Central Office

The Pony Club Central Office is doing what it can to deter the spread of the Coronavirus and have therefore made the decision to run all committee meetings via the online meeting space Microsoft Teams and the staff have been encouraged to work from home when possible. Please therefore utilise email when contacting the office as staffing of phone calls will be limited.

Stay informed

If there are any updates to this advice we will be sharing them on our website and social media pages, so please keep an eye on these channels.

Winter Series entries now open & schedule

We would like to say a huge well done to those members who have qualified for the Area Competitions which, if they qualify, will lead them to our Winter Series Championships. We wish everyone the very best of luck!

Entries for the Championships are now live on the website – click the button below to see the schedule. **Please remember that entries must be made within 3 days following the day of qualification**

Winter Series Entries and Schedule

Important – direct entry opportunities: If you haven’t qualified for the Winter Championships but would still like to opportunity to attend a Championship event, there are still lots of opportunities for you to come and compete at Arena UK with a direct entry:

Unaffiliated Show Jumping 60cm-90cm
Unaffiliated Dressage Intro-Novice
Dressage to Music
Mini Major Olympia qualifier

Please see the schedule in the link above for more information.

Qualifier dates confirmed for Mini Major

Eight lucky members of The Pony Club will once again get to take part in the Mini Major Show Jumping class at this year’s Olympia London International Horse Show to be held in December. Each Pony Club member gets paired with one of the senior International riders competing at the show and competes in a pair relay, with the time of the Pony Club member deciding the winner.

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for 128cm pony riders to compete at an FEI 5 star International show. Some of the previous winners have gone on to great success in international Show Jumping and Eventing.

The eight Pony Club members will be selected by means of qualifying competitions held throughout the UK at Pony Club events. These events will be:

Sunday 5th April – Arena UK, Lincs
Monday 20th July – Meadows Equestrian Centre, Northern Ireland
Saturday 15th August – Cholmondeley Castle, Cheshire
Saturday 29th August – Eland Lodge, Derbys
Saturday 29th August – Rectory Farm, Glos

The qualifier(s) of the class will be invited to compete at Olympia subject to eligibility. In the event that the winner has already qualified, qualification will pass down the line.

Badminton ticket offer

It’s that time of year where the eventing season is beginning to ramp up and we can begin to dream of a sunny afternoon sat round the famous Badminton lake. Whether it is a staple event in your calendar, or you have not been before, click below to find out what Badminton 2020 has to offer:

Badminton Information

Do you know what is even better? Pony Club Members receive a 15% ticket discount for parties of 12 or more coming in a coach or minibus to this year’s Badminton Horse Trials. The event takes place from Wednesday 6th – Sunday 10th May (note that Friday 8th May is VE Day Bank Holiday). The person responsible for the group booking will need to telephone Badminton’s Box Office team who will then process the booking for them – just call 01454 218375 during standard office hours to book.

You can find full ticket pricing and info by clicking below:

Badminton Ticket Pricing Info

Please note: children aged 12 or under get free admission and friends or family who are non-members can enjoy Badminton’s Early Bird discount until 31 March.

Royal Windsor ticket offer

Come along and support our Pony Club members who will be competing at this year’s Royal Windsor Horse Show, which runs from 13-17 May. A number of our members will have the honour of representing their branch, region or even their country in Dressage, Mounted Games, Show Jumping and Tetrathlon.

Competition gets underway on Wednesday 13 May – visit the Royal Windsor Horse Show website to see the full timetable and find out when your favourite sport is taking place.

Royal Windsor Horse Show Timetable

Discount: If you are planning to attend, Royal Windsor Horse Show are kindly offering Pony Club members and their families the following discounts:

Wednesday – Adult £8, Concession £5
Thursday – Adult £15, Concession £12
Friday – Adult £18, Concession £15
Saturday – Adult £27, Concession £23
Sunday – Adult £27, Concession £23.50

To take advantage of these codes, use the code PCUK20 when booking.

Crufts merchandise offer

If you enjoyed watching Crufts last week, you might just like these big discounts that we are offering on our Pony Club dog products. Click here to browse the range. The discounts last until Monday 16 March.

Volunteers for Winter Series

**Calling all volunteers**
Are you free on the 3rd, 4th and/or 5th of April 2020? Our Winter Series Championships is being held at Arena UK, Allington Lane, Grantham (NG32 2EF) and we are looking people to come and help with various jobs:

Pole picking
Car parking
Score sheet collecting
Dressage writing

If you think you might be able to help with any of these jobs for any or all of the days of competition, then please register your interest by emailing showjumping@pcuk.org

Branch Officials Training

These days are aimed predominantly for DCs, both new and existing, and other key volunteers such as your committee. The content covers some general topics and key areas, including branch matters and rules, safeguarding, GDPR, coaching, members training and safety.

Upcoming Courses

Tuesday 31 March 2020

Venue: Merrist Wood College, Worplesdon, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE
Click here to book

Thursday 23 April 2020

Venue: RDA, Lowlands Equestrian Centre, Old Warwick Road, Shrewley, CV35 7AX
Click here to book

Safeguarding Courses

Upcoming Courses
All upcoming courses are available to book on by clicking the buttons below.

Further information about safeguarding courses can be found here.

Safeguarding for Equestrians (face-to-face)

Equestrian Advanced Safeguarding (online refresher)

PELHAM update

Over the last few weeks we have made progress on a number of milestones in the delivery of project PELHAM – the move to get The Pony Club onto a new, unified Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.

We have now successfully migrated all centre membership data to PELHAM and all new memberships / renewing members are now being added to PELHAM by the Central Office.

The training phase for centre coordinators and proprietors is planned to start from 16 March.

Alongside this, we are progressing well with the training of the Pilot branches with regular “drop in” conference calls on Thursday evenings. We are in the final phase of testing the new functionality around automated Gift Aid processing, Direct Debit and of course the Member Portal. We hope to provide more clarity on the planned roll out dates for the pilot branches in the coming weeks.

If you would like further information related to PELHAM, please contact pelham@pcuk.org

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6Feb20 The Pony Club Coaching Conference- 20th Feb

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The Pony Club Coaching Conference – have you got your tickets yet?

Sent to: Pony Club Coaches, Pony Club Members (16 and Over), Branch and Centre Officials, Company Members, Pony Club Staff
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The Pony Club Coaching Conference

Consistent Coaching to Create Confidence, Capability and Competence

Presented by Adam Kemp & Paul Tapner

From rising trot to future stars, the Pony Club coach needs to be armed with the skills to help every member learn.

Held at Hartpury College on 20th February, The Pony Club Coaching Conference boasts a fantastic line-up of speakers and will help you create consistency within your training in both dressage and jumping – no matter what level of Pony Club member you find yourself coaching!

The conference will count as CPD for Pony Club, British Eventing, British Showjumping and British Horse Society coaches – and with tickets starting at just £40, this is an event not to be missed!

Event Details

Date: Thursday 20th February 2020
Venue: Hartpury College, Hartpury, Glocs.
Time: Doors open 9.15am, to be seated in Main Hartpury Arena by 10am
Refreshments: The canteen will be open for tea/coffee and refreshments throughout the day with hot and cold food available
Eligibility: The day is open to anyone with an interest in coaching Pony Club members.
CPD: Approved CPD for Pony Club, British Eventing, British Showjumping and British Horse Society Coaches.

Price

Standard Tickets: £50
Pony Club Members: £40
Pony Club Affiliated Coaches: £40 (must have up-to-date certifications)

Adam Kemp (F.B.H.S) needs little in the way of introduction to dressage enthusiasts around the globe as he is a highly sought-after teacher, trainer and coach. His career started at the Talland School of Equitation at the age of 16 when he left school and was offered a scholarship to train under Molly Sivewright and Pammy Hutton, a training course that ended up being 14 years in duration!

During this time, Adam passed all the BHS teaching, riding and horse care examinations, culminating in being awarded the Fellowship of the British Horse Society in 1995 having passed the gruelling three-day exam. Throughout the exam he was examined in teaching, coaching and riding at Grand Prix level.

Adam was the second youngest candidate ever to pass the exam and the only candidate ever to have passed the specialist dressage section. This puts him into the elite band of teachers, of which there are only 50 worldwide.

Paul Tapner was a professional international eventing rider for over 20 years, with accolades including numerous Australian eventing team representations, a winner of Badminton Horse Trials and also many other top international events.

Renowned as one of the very best cross country riders in the world, Paul has been involved with The Pony Club both as a member in his youth and as a coach throughout his whole career. He now works full time for the Event Rider Masters as the Series’ Chief Operations Director.

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6Feb20 Pony Club Vaccination Rules

Vaccination Rules for PC -2020

16Jan20 End of Year MPC Celebration 31st January

End of Year Celebration – 31st January 2020
This is always a great evening for the whole family, food and drinks will be provided. It’s a good opportunity to catch up with your friends and meet other members of our branch, Cathy will have a selection of MPC merchandise to view and order and this year we have asked Bex Mason to come and give a talk on her show jumping career. This will also be an opportunity to hand over your membership forms, if you have not already done so!
However, we do need to know numbers – so please let me know if you will be attending/or not and how many of you there will be in your party

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Pony Club Bulletin – Issue 3 – March 2020

Contents

Coronavirus Update

Competitors

Event organisers

The Pony Club Central Office

Stay informed

Winter Series entries now open & schedule

Qualifier dates confirmed for Mini Major

Badminton ticket offer

Royal Windsor ticket offer

Crufts merchandise offer

Volunteers for Winter Series

Branch Officials Training

Safeguarding Courses

PELHAM update

The Pony Club Coaching Conference – have you got your tickets yet?

The Pony Club Coaching Conference

Consistent Coaching to Create Confidence, Capability and Competence

Event Details

Price

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