The Pony Club training structure encourages Members to take tests, which enables them to learn progressively about horse and pony care and riding. The tests are taken at recommended ages and are designed with certain objectives in mind.
D Standard
Objective: To have a basic understanding of ponies. To achieve confidence in handling and riding a pony. To improve and enjoy learning about ponies.
Recommended minimum age 8 or 9 years.
D+ Standard
Objektif: To be working towards developing a balanced seat independent of the reins. To understand elementary aids and be able to apply them.
Recommended minimum age 10.
C Standard
Objective: To understand the importance of, and to be working towards a secure seat independent of the reins. 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.
Recommended minimum age 11 or 12.
C+ Standard
Objective: To become an educated and practical horseman 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 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.
Recommended minimum age 14 years.
