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"As a member of The United States Pony Clubs, I stand for the best in sportsmanship as well as in horsemanship. I shall compete for the enjoyment of the game well-played and take winning or losing in stride, remembering that without good manners and good temper, sport loses its cause for being. I shall endeavor to maintain the best tradition of the ancient and noble skill of horsemanship, always treating my horse with consideration due a partner."
The Pony Club Pledge |
 Pony Up Pony Club, a local chapter of USPC |
Welcome to "PONY UP PONY CLUB"
serving Collin County and North Texas
PONY CLUB IS:
....FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH WHO LOVE HORSES....
The United States Pony Clubs are equestrian clubs for young people ages 6 - 25. The name "pony" means that members are young people; it is not a reference to the size of the horse. In fact youth of all ages and horses of all sizes take part in USPC. Members progress through an evaluation system called "ratings". Each level requires a member to learn more about horses, how to care for them, and how to become accomplished, balanced riders. There are over 600 local chapters of USPC in 48 states. USPC is one of the leading youth equestrian organizations in the world, represented in over 30 countries.
The United States Pony Clubs are equestrian clubs for young people ages 6 - 25. The name "pony" means that members are young people; it is not a reference to the size of the horse. In fact youth of all ages and horses of all sizes take part in USPC. Members progress through an evaluation system called "ratings". Each level requires a member to learn more about horses, how to care for them, and how to become accomplished, balanced riders. There are over 600 local chapters of USPC in 48 states. USPC is one of the leading youth equestrian organizations in the world, represented in over 30 countries.
PONY CLUB IS:
....HORSEMANSHIP AND SPORTSMANSHIP....
USPC's primary goals for its members are safe riding and horse care. Members participate in team competitions called "rallies", each of which covers a specific English equestrian sport. Competitors learn the importance of cooperation, teamwork and horse management while showcasing their riding skills. Regional Rallies and National Championships are held each year. Pony Up Pony Club meets regularly. Some meetings are "mounted" (with horses) and focus on riding fundamentals; others are "unmounted" (without horses) and focus on horse management and care. Area trainers and upper level Pony Club members provide instruction in horse management and in show jumping, dressage, eventing, & other English disciplines.
USPC's primary goals for its members are safe riding and horse care. Members participate in team competitions called "rallies", each of which covers a specific English equestrian sport. Competitors learn the importance of cooperation, teamwork and horse management while showcasing their riding skills. Regional Rallies and National Championships are held each year. Pony Up Pony Club meets regularly. Some meetings are "mounted" (with horses) and focus on riding fundamentals; others are "unmounted" (without horses) and focus on horse management and care. Area trainers and upper level Pony Club members provide instruction in horse management and in show jumping, dressage, eventing, & other English disciplines.
PONY CLUB IS:
....FUN AND GAMES....
USPC teaches riding skills and horse care. Riding should be fun! And it is! Equestrian sports like eventing, show jumping, dressage, mounted games, vaulting, fox hunting, and tetrathalon are taught in USPC. Pony Up Pony Club focuses primarily on eventing, show jumping and dressage. PUPC members actively compete at regional and national USPC rallies and at USEA Area V horse trials, local schooling horse trials, and horse and pony hunter-jumper and/or dressage shows.
USPC teaches riding skills and horse care. Riding should be fun! And it is! Equestrian sports like eventing, show jumping, dressage, mounted games, vaulting, fox hunting, and tetrathalon are taught in USPC. Pony Up Pony Club focuses primarily on eventing, show jumping and dressage. PUPC members actively compete at regional and national USPC rallies and at USEA Area V horse trials, local schooling horse trials, and horse and pony hunter-jumper and/or dressage shows.
PONY CLUB IS:
....FRIENDS AND MORE FRIENDS....
"I have made so many new friends since I joined Pony Up. The girls are friendly and made me feel welcomed right away." -- Arlee, PUPC Member
"I love that, in Pony Club, my young daughter is mentored by older girls who take her under their wing and treat her with kindness and respect. It's fun and educational for her and for me too." -- Carol, PUPC Mom
"I have made so many new friends since I joined Pony Up. The girls are friendly and made me feel welcomed right away." -- Arlee, PUPC Member
"I love that, in Pony Club, my young daughter is mentored by older girls who take her under their wing and treat her with kindness and respect. It's fun and educational for her and for me too." -- Carol, PUPC Mom
