Dress Code for Pony Club

At the Area 5 DC’s meeting recently, many Branches expressed their concern about the standard of turnout at Rallies & Competitions, especially coloured hats and saddlecloths. Could we please ask ALL parents and members to read the Rule Books BEFORE buying a new hat or item of tack to make sure it is suitable for Pony Club activities. All the Information can be found on the Pony Club website at www.pcuk.org under Disciplines and Rules.

See below a couple of the Rules taken from the Rule Book.

Hats, with a cover, must be worn when mounted (this includes at prize-giving) with a chinstrap fastened at all times. For Dressage, Show Jumping and Mounted Games the cover shall be dark blue or black only. Hats with vertical plastic / metallic strips are permitted. The Official Steward/Organiser may, at his discretion, eliminate a competitor riding in the area of the competition without a hat or with the chinstrap unfastened or with a hat that does not comply with these standards.

Saddle Cloths – Plain saddle cloths, including ‘Polypads’ in black, brown, white, cream or dark blue. Saddle cloths in Branch colours with appropriate Branch logos are allowed when competing for the Branch. Logos must not exceed 200 sq. cms.

B Test Information

The B Test date is Tuesday 30th August 2011. Any members wanting to take their B Test, please send your names to Louise at david.shepherd10@btopenworld.com

A B Test Study day will be arranged during the summer.

Young instructors

Any member age 16 years or over wanting to attend the Young Instructors Course on 16th July, please send your names to Louise.

Dressage Training

Dressage training with Paul Davies at Penrhiw Uchaf, Glan Conwy on Sunday 10th April and Sunday 8th May, £10 per person per session must be paid in advance please email nia.golding@sky.com to book a place

Endurance

For those interested in learning more about endurance, the Cheshire branch of Endurance GB are running a comprehensive training day on 13th March 2011.  Learn about preparing yourself and your horse ( feeding and fitness) for endurance riding, entering a ride, ride procedures, vet gates, ride finish and completion awards.

Good value at £10 including lunch. Details via this link: //www.endurancegbcheshire.co.uk/social%20events.html.

It is also worth checking out Cheshire Group’s ride schedule  –  the organisers will be running Pony Club classes at their competitive events. These will count for points for the Pony Club endurance championship. If anyone would like me to send them a mastercard for recording points/ride mileage please get in touch –  I have a small supply.

Thanks … Kate Williams (01745 890655 / 07812 576854)

Llanasa Area Dates

Please find below some date changes and new training dates:

Training Information

  • Tuesday 20th April … XC Training at Sommerford Park … PLACES LIMITED … £25/head … Cheques made payable to F&DPC Llanasa Area … e-mail Sarah Davies-Cooke at sdc@gwysaney.co.uk
  • Wednesday 21st April … Dressage Training at Maelor Equestrian Centre … PLACES LIMITED … £10/head … Cheques made payable to F&DPC Llanasa Area … Email Sarah Davies-Cooke at sdc@gwysaney.co.uk
  • Tuesday 26th April … XC Training at Marian Bach … PLACES LIMITED … £13/head … Cheques made payable to F&DPC Llanasa Area … Email Sarah Davies-Cooke at sdc@gwysaney.co.uk

Change of Llanasa Arae Rally Dates

All Fron Farm rallies are cancelled, these dates are 13th, 20th and 27th April, 11th May, 8th June, 20th and 27th July.

Replacement/additional rally dates for April are to be held on the 20th and 27th April at the Celyn, Northop.

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact me.

Kindest regards … Sarah Davies Cooke

Fun Ride Dates

  • Easter Monday 25th April Cefn, St. Asaph-Superb countryside, a great ride-01745 582421
  • Sunday 8th May Nant Clwyd, Near Ruthin-Beautiful ride in glorious parkland – 07971118553
  • Sunday 29th May Llannefydd School Ride -Cross country ride, mountains, meadows, woodland- 01745 582295 / 07918647604
  • Sunday 12th June Kinmel Park, St.George -Historic park ride, great sea views- 01745 833057
  • Sunday 3rd July Mostyn Hall -Superb countryside, over looking the Dee Estuary- Optional jumps over natural terrain 07771667332
  • Sunday 24th July Gwaenynog, Denbigh Countryside Alliance ride -Spectacular riding in beautiful country- 07789037905 / 07775624387
  • Sunday 7th August Plas Heaton, Henllan -A favourite for young and old- 07867747877
  • Bank Holiday Monday 29th August Perthewig, Trefnant -A summer ride for everyone- 07842 428880/01824 790201

 

DWYFOR  BRANCH  of the  PONY  CLUB FUN  JUMPING  DAY Schedule Attached

SATURDAY  APRIL 9th 2011

At BRYN  DERW  FARM,  BRYN-YR-EFAIL, CAERNARFON

9-30 a.m. start. Ponies may be shared

  • CLASS 1:  RIDE & RUN.  Leading rein or with help. VERY small jumps!! Ride the course first, and then jump the jumps without your pony. D test holders and below.
  • CLASS 2:  RIDE & RUN. Open. Jumps still very small! Not open to those who have competed in class 1.
  • CLASS 3: MINIMUS GAMBLERS STAKES. Leading rein or with help. Jump the jumps you like!  D test holders and below.
  • CLASS 4: INTERMEDIATE  GAMBLERS  STAKES.  Jumps not over 1’9’’. Not open to riders who have competed in Area 5 Winter League.
  • CLASS 5: OPEN  GAMBLERS STAKES. The sky’s the limit!! Not open to riders who have competed in class 4.
  • CLASS 6: PAIRS  RELAY  HANDICAP. This is for EVERYONE—Jumps sized according to your ability. Choose a partner who likes the same size as you do. Riders may enter once only.
  • CLASS 7: ACCUMULATOR.  The jumps start very low and increase in size as you go round the course, scoring more points as they get bigger. The last one is an optional Joker fence, which scores bonus points if you clear it, but if you try it and refuse or knock it down, the score that you already have will be halved. The course will be graded for EVERYONE!
  • CLASS 8:  CHASE-ME-CHARLIE.  Rosettes for all .

ENTRY  FEE: £15-00 for four classes. All entries on the day.

DRESS: Branch sweatshirts.

ROSETTES:  1—6 in Classes 1—6.

ENQUIRIES: Mrs. L. Page: 01766-540-496

REFRESHMENTS: Will be available