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The Pony Club Efficiency Tests
To Download Efficiency Tests Info 2008 CLICK HERE
The Pony Club Efficiency Tests are a great way to chart your progress in riding and horse care. We recommend that all members continue to progress up the test ladder.
A COPY OF THE PONY CLUB MANUAL OF HORSEMANSHIP IS
ESSENTIAL FOR ALL PONY CLUB TESTS
It is available to order through the Branch Secretary (we have several in stock), or order directly on the P.C. website at www.pcuk.org
The Pony Club videos are available to borrow from the DC.
Test Sheets/Syllabus are available from the Branch Secretary or at Test Training Sessions, or CLICK HERE
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AGE 8 OR 9 YEARS (i.e. born 1997 or before)
Everyone should receive a copy of the D Standard Test Sheet when they join the Pony Club. This is the first and most basic of all the efficiency tests.
This is a very informal examination and will usually take place at a rally or camp when, in the opinion of branch instructors and the Chief Instructor, the member has achieved the standard. Also look out for our D and D+ Test Rallies.
On passing the D Test the Pony Club member will be awarded a yellow felt to wear behind the Pony Club badge.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AGE 10 YEARS (i.e. born 1995 or before)
This is an official voluntary Test of a standard half way between D and C. It is not necessary to pass it before attempting C. However it is a very useful stepping-stone. As with the D test it will usually take place during a rally or at camp also look out for our D and D+ Test Rally in Spring this year.
Felt colour - White.
RECOMMENDED MIMIMUM AGE 11-12 YEARS (i.e. born 1994 or before)
Before attempting C Test all candidates must have attained their Pony Club or British Horse Society (BHS) Riding & Road Safety Certificate*.
The C Test will take place on a specific 'Test' day, usually during August and will be taken by an external examiner. The test will take half a day to complete.
This is a much more demanding test than the D Standards. Specific training on all parts of the syllabus is required.
If you are aged 11 or over and hold the Pony Club D and preferably the D+ Tests you may attend C Test Training Sessions this year.
Felt colour - Green
*PONY CLUB RIDING & ROAD SAFETY CERTIFICATE
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AGE 11 YEARS
(i.e. born 1994 or before)
Training sessions held during the summer holidays with a mounted practice and test at the end. Training dates will be available in the Summer Programme.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AGE 14 YEARS (born 1991 or before)
This is an official voluntary test of a Standard half way between C & B. It is not necessary to pass it before attempting B. However, we strongly recommend it as a means of preparing for B Test. The step up from C to B Standard is very high and studying for C + prepares members for the higher level.
The test will take place on a specific 'Test' day, usually during August and will be taken by an external examiner. The test will usually take half a day to complete.
If you are aged 14 years or over and hold the Pony Club C Test you may attend training sessions this year
Felt colour - Pink
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AGE 15-16 YEARS (born 1990 or before)
MUST BE 14 YEARS OF AGE TO TAKE TEST (born 1991 or before)
This test is divided into two parts; Riding and Horse & Pony Care. To achieve the full B Test Standard members must pass both parts. However, both parts may be taken individually.
The standard for B Test is very high and members MUST attend training sessions and an assessment session prior to attempting the test. In addition to branch training, the Pony Club Area arranges top-up sessions, which are extremely helpful.
The B Test is arranged by Area and our test centre in usually Berriewood Farm, at the end of August.
If you are aged 15 or over and hold the Pony Club C+ Test you may attend training sessions this year.
Felt colour - Red. Riding only - Beige. H&PC only - Brown.
LUNGEING TEST
MAY BE TAKEN AFTER B TEST OR B H&PC. YOU MUST PASS THE LUNGEING TEST BEFORE ATTEMPTING THE AH TEST.
MINIMUM AGE 17
The standard is exceedingly high and members will usually have had experience of working in a yard. Before attempting this test candidates must possess the Pony Club B Test and a satisfactory report on their riding from an A panel examiner who will be chosen by the Area Representative. Members need not hold the B (Riding) Test to attempt A Horse & Pony Care.
If you wish to discuss nomination for A Horse & Pony care you need to contact either Rosie Thomas (Chief Instructor) or Jackie Forrester (DC).
Felt colour - Orange. Pass with honours - Salmon Pink.
MINIMUM AGE 17 YEARS
This is the highest standard attainable through Pony Club. It is widely recognised as a high level of equestrian qualification.
Candidates must have passed their full B Test and their A Horse & Pony Care.
Felt colour - Blue. Pass with honours - Purple.
A 'Record of Achievement Book' has been produced by the Pony Club for members who are over 13 years of age and have achieved their C Test. It is designed as a 'stepping stone' to later tests. The book is available to buy at a cost of £5.00.
