There are many pony clubs to choose from in both the metropolitan and regional areas. Although all clubs offer the same structure and syllabus, each club will be slightly different in terms of numbers, instructors, fees and when their rallies are held. It is best to talk to individual clubs to get an idea of which club is best suited to your needs.

Visit the Clubs & Zone Details page to find a club near you or contact the office for more information on clubs in your area.

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WHAT IS PONY CLUB?   The Pony Club is a recognised voluntary youth organisation for those interested in horses, ponies and riding and is the largest association of riders in the world.   It exists to promote the physical, mental and spiritual development of young people, encouraging in them an awareness of sportsmanship and citizenship, assisting them to gain knowledge and become proficient in their chosen sport.   The Pony Club differs from other youth movements because the horse is used as the main centre of interest around which personal qualities and life skills are developed, while enjoying and taking part in equestrian sports.   OBJECTIVES OF PONY CLUB   To encourage young people to ride and learn to enjoy all kinds of sport connected with horses and riding.   To provide instruction in riding and horsemastership and to instil in members the proper care of their animals.   To promote the highest ideals of sportsmanship, citizenship and loyalty, thereby cultivating strength of character and self-discipline.   HISTORY OF PONY CLUB   The Pony Club movement originated in Britain in November 1929 and is now represented in no less than 25 countries.   Pony Club Australia is the governing body of all state Pony Club Associations in Australia.   In Western Australia, the first Pony Club was formed in 1959. In 2010 WA had over 2000 riding members and 68 clubs in 13 zones. All clubs are affiliated with the Pony Club Association of Western Australia.

PONY CLUB ACTIVITIES   Rally Days are held each month. Riders receive instruction on riding disciplines such as flatwork, show jumping, active riding and also learn how to care for their horse or pony. These rallies are run by instructors and are the backbone of the movement. Other Activities include gymkhanas, camps, trail rides, lectures and films, visits to places of interest and demonstrations.   Competitions are held at club, zone, state, national and even international level. These are arranged as individual and team events. Team spirit and sportsmanship are encouraged in all aspects.   PONY CLUB DISCIPLINES   Show Jumping: horse and rider are required to jump a course of fences of varying designs, heights and widths.   Dressage: is often referred to as the ‘gymnastics’ of horse training. It is designed to improve the suppleness and responsiveness of the horse and the skill of the rider.   Eventing: consists of 3 phases – dressage, cross country and show jumping. It is designed to test the courage, determination and all round ability of the rider, as well as the training and conditioning of the horse.   Tetrathlon: based on the Olympic Modern Pentathlon, tetrathlon consists of four phases – riding, running, shooting and swimming.   Mounted Games & Active Riding: Prince Philip Mounted Games are run as team races including games such as bending, sword race, and flag race.   Active Riding is individual races including games such as keyhole, barrel race and Pony Club Mount.