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Lanquestrian Ltd. Pony Club Centre

On This Page: What is Pony Club; PC Rallies at LQ: Progressive Tests; Acheivement Badges; League & Inhouse & Open PC Competitions

Why Join?
Centre Membership is designed for children who do not own their own pony but would like to become involved in Pony Club activities at their local riding school.
There are many Pony Club activities which Members can get involved in;
Rallies (group teaching sessions; Efficiency Tests; Progressive Tests; Achievement Badges; League Competitions; Own a Pony days; Parties; Outings to equestrian events and much, much more!

Our Pony Club Centre runs Pony Club acivities with emphasis on each of the above depending on the age of the children and the standard of their riding. Find exact details of our programme of events below but most of all we hope you all have some...

Lanquestrian Ltd. Pony Club Centre Members Weekend Rallies

Just £30 for 3 whole hours of learning and fun every weekend!
SATURDAYS:
Saturday 9am - 12 noon Beginners
Saturday 9am - 12 noon Novices
Saturday 10.30am - 1.30pm Intermediate group 1
Saturday 12noon - 3pm Intermediate group 2

SUNDAYS:
Sunday 1pm - 4pm Advanced (must stay until 5pm afterwards)

The 3 hours is split up as 1½ hour Riding sessions including: Equitation, Jumping, Gymkhana Games, Hacking, Cross Country and lots of fun.
& 1½ hour Stable Management sessions including: Lectures, demonstrations and practise in the practical skills of horsemanship, Stable yard Activities, Pony Club Achievement Badges in both horse care and the associated skills and activities required in the countryside

Pony Club also occasionally offers members the chance of trips to other yards and places of interest as well as Pony Club (and ABRS) Tests - Practice and Exams

Annual Membership of £20 to The Pony Club, under 21‘s only. TO JOIN NOW PHONE OR POP IN AND ASK US NOW FOR A MEMBERSHIP FORM - It’s that easy!!!

In addition to the cost of Pony Club Membership and the 3 hour rallies extra charges will be made for exams, badges and equipment required. Advance notice will be given of these charges. Also we will still run extra Pony Club activities in the school holidays at extra charge.

...And for those who can't do weekends...

We now have Week Day Rallies on a Monday from 5pm - 7pm for Novices & Intermediates (for those children who are off the lead rein and are able to trot and are able to do a least a bit of canter)

The price is just £23 for 2 whole hours of learning and fun every Monday Evening - 1 hour riding & 1 hour stable management!

SPECIAL OFFER!!! For Other Pony Club Centres and Branches

Other Pony Club Branches and Pony Club Centres are welcome to use the facilities at Lanquestrian Ltd.

We are offering a 25% discount for use of the showground at Lanquestrian Ltd. for TRAINING PURPOSES to Pony Club Branches and Centres providing it does not clash with another event AT THE TIME OF BOOKING, we will subsequently offer the use of facilities at very good rates for Pony Club use only (NOT for OPEN shows when the facilities will still be available for hire but at normal rates) . Those wishing to use the facilities at Lanquestrian Ltd should contact Jeannette on 07767 831 095.

Progressive Tests & Efficiency Tests

The Progressive Tests are available to Members in Horsemanship and Riding and Road Sense. These allow Members to take Tests in modules throughout the different levels. Members whose interests lie in Stable Management may take the Horsemanship Awards on their own. There are 4 levels: Bronze; Silver; Gold & Platinum.

The Bronze Awards may be taken at three levels:
BRONZE AWARD 3 - OBJECTIVES: To start to learn about riding ponies. Begin handling ponies and start to become confident around them.
BRONZE AWARD 2 - OBJECTIVES: Learn to have control when riding off the lead rein. Start to understand how to care for ponies.
BRONZE AWARD 1- OBJECTIVES: Make controlled transitions. Ride independently from the rest of the ride. Start to be actively involved in the care of ponies.

The Silver Awards may be taken at three levels:
SILVER AWARD 3 - OBJECTIVES: Have a basic understanding of ponies. Achieve confidence in handling and riding a pony. To improve and enjoy learning about ponies.
SILVER AWARD 2 - OBJECTIVES: Start to develop a balanced seat. Become more involved in looking after ponies.
SILVER AWARD 1 - OBJECTIVES: To be working towards developing a balanced seat independent of the reins. Understand elementary aids and be able to apply them.

The Gold Awards may be taken at three levels:
GOLD AWARD 3 - OBJECTIVES: Work towards an effective and balanced seat on the flat and over jumps. Know how to behave when riding on the roads and in the countryside. Understand the requirements of a pony at grass
GOLD AWARD 2 - OBJECTIVES: Improve position on the flat and over jumps. Understand the combined system of keeping ponies. Understand the requirements of a stabled pony. Be courteous to other road users
GOLD AWARD 1 - OBJECTIVES: Be in control of the pony in all paces and over jumps. Have control over a pony on the roads and in the countryside. Know how to look after a grass kept pony, or a pony on a combined system. Know the country lore.

The Platinum Awards may be taken at three levels,
Platinum Award 3 - OBJECTIVES:
To work towards becoming an educated and practical horseman. To be able to look after ponies kept at grass and have experience and knowledge of looking after stabled horses. To be able to ride at all paces over fences and varying terrain. To be able to ride a well mannered horse or pony out hunting and be able to prepare him before the day and care for him afterwards. To have a knowledge of pace, distance and discipline to ride intelligently and safely in a group or alone. Ride with due regard for others in the country and on the roads· To be able to ride safely on the public highway
Platinum Award 2 - OBJECTIVES: To work towards becoming an educated and practical horseman. To be able to look after ponies kept at grass and have experience and knowledge of looking after stabled horses. To be able to ride at all paces over fences and varying terrain. To be able to ride a well mannered horse or pony out hunting and be able to prepare him before the day and care for him afterwards. To have a knowledge of pace, distance and discipline to ride intelligently and safely in a group or alone. Ride with due regard for others in the country and on the roads· To be able to ride safely on the public highway.
Platinum Award 1- OBJECTIVES: To work towards becoming an educated and practical horseman. To be able to look after ponies kept at grass and have experience and knowledge of looking after stabled horses. To be able to ride at all paces over fences and varying terrain. To be able to ride a well mannered horse or pony out hunting and be able to prepare him before the day and care for him afterwards. To have a knowledge of pace, distance and discipline to ride intelligently and safely in a group or alone. Ride with due regard for others in the country and on the roads. To be able to ride safely on the public highway.

The Pony Club Training structure also encourages Members to take The Efficiency 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. More details can be found on The Pony Club website. Members Start with The D Test then the D+, C, C+, B, H & A are just some of the efficiency tests that can be taken. More Details about these tests can be found on the Pony Club Website or on The Pony Club Notice Board at Lanquestrian Ltd.

Achievement Badges

There are 29 achievement badges available to study.

Equine Badges
BANDAGING & RUGS - To be able to put on stable bandages, a tail bandage, a rug and roller and a New Zealand rug.
FEEDING - To know the basic rules of feeding and to be able to recognise different foodstuffs.
FIRST AID (EQUINE) - To know how to treat minor wounds and illness. To be able to recognise signs of good/ill health and know about the necessary protection against Tetanus, Flu and Worms.
HANDLING & GROOMING - To be able to run up a pony in hand and to tie it up safely. To be able to identify and use all grooming utensils correctly.
LOADING - To be able to load/unload a pony, with assistance, safely into/out of a trailer or horsebox
MUCKING OUT - To be able to name and use stable tools to muck out and to talk about different types of bedding.
POINTS OF THE HORSE - To know the points of the horse, colours and markings.
SADDLERY - To be able to name the parts of, and put on a saddle and a snaffle bridle, know about the care and cleaning of same. Be able to identify common bits, i.e. Eggbut/Loose-ring Snaffle, Pelham etc
SHOEING - To know the indications that a pony needs the farrier, what to look for in a newly shod foot, and to know the blacksmith's tools.
RIDING & ROAD SAFETY- To be able to apply the 'Green Cross Code' and Highway Code as a road user.
CARE OF THE HORSES FOOT - To know something of the structure of the horses foot, the need for daily care and some knowledge of the trimming and shoeing process.
PLAITING - To know the principles of plaiting a mane and tail, know occasions when the horse/pony should be plaited and recognise a well plaited mane and tail.
LUNGEING - Members must show the ability to sit straight and in balance while on the lunge in walk and trot, with and without reins and stirrups. They should be able to show some simple suppling exercises on the move and rising trot without stirrups.
NATIVE BREEDS - To be able to identify British breeds of horses and ponies, where they originate and their physical characteristics.
DRESSAGE ARENAS - To be able to place the letters in, and know the dimensions, of both a long and short arena.
TACK CLEANING - To know the equipment needed, the importance of a clean bit and be able to undertake a daily and weekly clean.
LORINERY - Aimed at a higher level candidate, this badge looks at all aspects of Lorinery from pre-bitting considerations to bit manufacture.
PERFECT PADDOCK - To know what your pony needs from his paddock, from topics such grass type, fencing and poisonous plants.

Non-Equine Badges
BIRD WATCHING - To be able to identify the following: Robin, Blackbird, Great-tit, Blue-tit, Chaffinch, Magpie, Wood Pigeon, Jay, Mallard, Mute Swan, Wren & Kingfisher.
FARMING - To be able to identify most commonly grown crops, i.e. Wheat, Barley, Oats, Oilseed Rape, Peas, Potatoes and Turnips. To be able to talk about harvesting the same and to have a basic knowledge of making hay/silage. To be able to identify three different breeds of cattle and sheep.
WILD FLOWERS - To be able to identify the following: Buttercup, Daisy, Foxglove, Bluebell, Cowslip, Dandelion, Primrose, Forget-me-not, Red/White Campion, Snowdrop, Poppy and Clover.
MAP READING - To be able to follow a route on an Ordnance Survey Map and to point out features marked on same i.e. railway, church, bridleway, footpath, quarry etc.
POISONOUS PLANTS - To be able to identify poisonous plants as listed in the Manual of Horsemastership.
TREES - To be able to identify the following: Oak, Ash, Beech, Sycamore, Lime, Holly, Yew, Horse Chestnut, Sweet Chestnut, Birch, Hazel and Larch.
WILDLIFE - To be able to identify the following: Badger, Fox, Hare, Mole, Otter, Rabbit, Stoat, Weasel, Red/Grey Squirrel, Red/Fallow/Roe Deer.
WORKING DOGS - To be able to identify any twelve breeds of working dogs and describe in which sphere they are traditionally used.
PUBLIC SPEAKING - Giving a two-minute talk on any one of the achievement badges. The badge is designed to help aid candidates to speak clearly for Pony Club tests.
FIRST AID (HUMAN) - To be able to treat minor wounds and injuries and to know basic signs of serious conditions and injuries and to know how to get adult help in case of an accident.
STARGAZER - To be able to identify 6 different stars/planets/group of stars
KNOTS - To be able to identify and tie 6 recognised knots from a selection
FLAGS OF EQUESTRIAN NATIONS - To have knowledge of eight equestrian nations, their Capitals and flags, competing in the various disciplines.

NEW MINI Achievement BADGES There are 6 mini achievement badges available for younger Pony Club Centre Members. These are aimed at the 8s and unders. Subjects include: Points of Tack, Points of Pony, Feeding, Birds, Mini Riding & Road Sense, Grooming.

Pony Club Acheivement Badges - Homework

Use the following story about poisonous plants to help you learn and remember them all!


Mr Horsey and the Poisonous Plants

Can you spot the poisonous plants in the story ? (Written in capitals)

One day Mr. Horsey was wandering along through the countryside when he heard a noise from up a tree. It was Mr Squirrel sitting high up in the ranches of a big oak tree . Mr Squirrel shouted down and asked Mr Horsey “would you like to eat some of my ACORNS?”
Mr Horsey said “no because they are poisonous to me”

Mr Horsey then noticed something different about Mr Squirrel that day, so he asked Mr Squirrel what he was wearing that was different.
Mr Squirrel replied “oh it’s my new glasses, my DEADLY NIGHT SHADEs that I’m wearing, do you like them?”
Mr Horsey said no, because they are poisonous to me.”

At that point Mr Woodpecker butted in and said “excuse me for interrupting, but would you prefer my WOODY NIGHT SHADEs?
Mr Horsey said “no because they are poisonous to me”.

At that point Mr Fox walked along on his way out for the evening and again butting in to the conversation said “well, I’ve got a pair of BLACK NIGHT SHADEs would you prefer them?”
Mr Horsey said “no because they are poisonous to me”.

Mr Fox looked disappointed but did not give up “well do you like my new pink FOXGLOVEs‘?”
Mr Horsey said “no because they are poisonous to me as well”.

Mr Fox then said “well I’m just off on my way out now, would you like to come with me and eat some hens for tea?”
“How do we do that” asked Mr Horsey, “as they will all be locked up in their pen for the night?”
To which Mr Fox replied “well first of all you have to break through the lock and then you just walk right in and …..”
“Whoa right there” said Mr Horse, “I can’t do that because you see the HEMLOCK is poisonous to me”

Mr Fox looked very angry at the thought of missing his tea, and said to Mr Horsey “well I shall just have to eat your tail instead, otherwise I might just starve.!
“Oh, No” said Mr Horsey “you can’t do that because HORSETAIL is poisonous to me and it might just be poisonous to you too.“

Mr Fox calmed down and thought of something else he could do with his friend Mr Horsey that evening instead.
“I know, would you like to go to the pictures with me and watch LAUREL and Hardy?!
“No” said Mr Horsey, “because LAUREL is poisonous to me”.

Mr Horsey then got bored with Mr Fox and his suggestions, “I’m tired now, could YEW just go away please Mr Fox and leave me in PRIVET”
“No” said Mr Fox “because PRIVET is poisonous to YEW!”

At that point Mr Fox began to feel hungry again and asked Mr Horsey “well would you like to come back to my den and have a hot BUTTERCUP sandwich instead?”
To which Mr Horsey replied “no because LABURNUM my tongue every time on hot BUTTERCUPS and anyway they are poisonous to me.”

Mr Fox took his pink FOXGLOVEs off and held his paws up in despair “well what should we do then?” Mr Horsey replied “I don’t know, but could you please put your pink FOXGLOVEs back on because your paws are covered in RAGWORTs and they are both poisonous to me”.

And with that, the outraged Mr Fox shouted “IVY had enough of this!” to Mr Horsey as he walked off, and as he disappeared into the distance, Mr Horsey shouted “and that’s poisonous to me too!”

Copyright to Jeannette Carey, Lunebank Riding Centre 2002

Third Party Liability Insurance for Pony Club Centre Members

Pony Club Centre Members recieve Third Party Liability Insurance cover with their membership. Every Centre Member will receive a copy of their Policy this when they join or renew their membership.

Lanquestrian Ltd. Pony Club Centre Members Competitions & League Competitions

The Pony Club Summer League Competition Series 2008 At Lanquestrian Ltd. Pony Club Centre will be held over 3 competitions held on the following dates at 10.30am onwards:

Thursday 29th May 2008
Thursday 31st July 2008
Thursday 21st August 2008

Entry Fees: Members £10 per rider for the day, Non-Members £15 per rider for the day

ROSETTES TO 4TH PLACE IN EACH CLASS to be presented at each show

Pony Club League Rosettes to 4th place to be presented to the League winners at The Pony Club End of Summer BBQ in September. (only current members whose membership is valid on the show day are eligible for league points)

The schedule is as detailed here, please print these details out or pick a schedule up from the Lanquestrian Ltd. Office. For more details or In case of severe weather on the day of the competition please telephone 07767 831095.

Rider Turnout: If you have show gear then wear it however as long as Riding Boots and a correctly fitting Kite marked Hat to current British Standards are worn and the rest of your turnout is smart. i.e. your clothes are clean and safe and suitable wear for riding you will not be penalised. A Body Protector MUST be worn when participating in any Jumping Activity at Lanquestrian Ltd.
Rules: All competitors must compete in Phase 1 (Dressage - same tests throughout the league) and then choose to compete in either:
Phase 2 (Jumping) OR Phase 2 (Gymkhana).
Riders do not have to ride the same horse or pony in each phase of the competition. Horses and Ponies will be on a first come first served basis, please put a 2nd and 3rd choice of horse/pony on your entry form, if the horse/pony is unavailable or unsuitable or for entries on the day you will be mounted on any suitable horse/pony at our discretion. Pony Club Centre Members with a part loan or their own horse/pony can ride their own if they wish or use others belonging to LQ. (Also Part Loaned horses/ponies will have to be shared)

Class 1: 6 years and under(Lead rein optional)
Phase 1: Riding - Dressage Test
LQ Dressage Test 1 for ages 6 years and under (can be learnt or read out to the rider on the day)judged on how well each of the movements were performed by the rider. Each movement is marked out of 5.

1. A Enter up the centre line in walk 2. C Turn Right
3. MBF Working Trot
4. A Walk, Circle right 20m
5. A Working Trot,
6. KXM Change the rein in Working Trot
7. C Walk, Circle 20m Left
8. HXF Change the rein in Walk
9. A up the centre line
10. X Halt, Salute. Leave the arena on a long rein at A

Total for test 50 marks

Phase 2: Jumping (if applicable)
Jump 3 of the following:
Single pole (2 points)
Trotting poles (6 points)
Cross poles (10 points)
Upright (14 points)
OR
Phase 2: Gymkhana (if applicable)
Play the following 3 games:
Round the World (pony to be held)
Walk and Trot Race
Mug Race
Each game is judged on time. (1st = 10 Points, 2nd = 9 Points, 3rd = 8 Points etc).


Class 2: 7 to 10 years (Lead rein optional)
Phase 1: Riding - Dressage Test
Pony Club Dressage Test D level 1 - can be learnt or read out to the rider on the day. (Tests are as on The Pony Club’s Website) points are given for each movement. All competitors must complete this section. All Movements must be attempted and are marked out of 10, judged on how well the movement was performed by the rider.

Phase 2: Jumping (if applicable)
Jump 3 of the following:
Trotting poles (2 points)
Cross Poles (6 points)
Upright (10 points)
Parallel (14 points)
OR
Phase 2: Gymkhana (if applicable)
Choose 3 of the following:
Half Scissors (Pony to be held)
Mug Race
Sack Race
Each game is judged on time (1st = 10 Points, 2nd = 9 Points, 3rd = 8 Points etc).

Class 3: 11 years and older
Phase 1: Riding - Dressage Test
Pony Club Dressage Test C level 1 (Tests are as on The Pony Club’s Website) points given for each movement. All competitors must complete this section. All Movements must be attempted and are marked out of 10, judged on how well the movement was performed by the rider.

Phase 2: Jumping (if applicable)
Competitors choose 4 out of the 5 obstacles listed below and are marked according to the severity of the obstacle. Each fence may only be jumped once: Jump 4 of the following:
Trotting poles (2 points)
Cross Poles (6 points)
Upright (4 points)
Parallel (10 points)
Double (14 points)
OR
Phase 2: Gymkhana (if applicable)
Competitors are timed individually and the winners to be determined by a points system out of 10 (for example 1st =10 Marks, 2nd =9 Marks, 3rd= 8 Marks etc). Choose 3 of the following:
Half Scissors (Pony to be held)
Mug Race
Sack Race

If you are not a Pony Club Member and wish to join please ask for a membership form at the Lunebank Riding Centre Office. Apart from being eligible for this league, Pony Club has lots to offer - please see the rest of this webpage & website for more details!

Open Pony Club Shows at Lanquestrian Ltd.

Open Pony Club Show & Gymkhana - Sunday 29th June 2008

Open Pony Club Show & Gymkhana
Date Yet To Be Arranged 2008 at 10.30am

To be held at The Show Ground
at Lanquestrian Ltd.s Pony Club Centre

One Entry Fee For The Day
(entitles you to enter all the classes you are eligible for)
PC & LQ RC Members £20
£25 Non-Members
OR £7 PER CLASS!!!

* Rosettes to 4th Place * Large Rings on 11 acre show ground * *Refreshments * Toilet facilities *
* Points for LQRC Members League *

FOR SAFETY PLEASE KEEP THE SHOWGROUND GATES CLOSED AT ALL TIMES.


Ring 1 Equitation 10am
(pony/horse to be ridden in a snaffle bit)
Class 1 Lead rein Equitation (Rider not eligible for any other equitation class)
Class 2 7 - 10 years Equitation (age as of 1/1/08)
Class 3 11-14 Years Equitation (age as of 1/1/08)
Class 3 15- 18 Years Equitation (age as of 1/1/08)
Class 4 Senior Equitation 19 years and over (age as of 1/1/08)

Ring 2 Gymkhana Games 12 noon
Class 5 Bending Race (Children 10 years and under can be led)
Class 6 Bending Race (Open to any age, no lead rein entries)
Class 7 Mug Race (Children 10 years and under can be led)
Class 8 Mug Race (Open to any age , no lead rein entries)
Class 9 Musical Poles (Children 10 years and under can be led)
Class 10 Musical Poles (Open to any age, no lead rein entries)
Class 11 Handy Pony (14.2hh and under rider any age)
Class 12 Handy Horse (14.3hh and over rider any age)

Ring 3 Show Jumping 10am
Ring to be run under Pony Club Rules
Clear round 10am - 1’6”;
11.30am - 2’3”;
1pm - 3’ last clear round at 1.40pm.

Show Jumping Classes Start 2pm
Class 13 Mini Jumping max. fence height 1’6”, Rider any age, can be led.
Class 14 Beginners Jumping max. fence height 2’3, Rider any age
Class 15 Nov ice Jumping max. fence height 2’9”, Rider any age
Class 16 Intermediate Jumping max. fence height 3’3”, Rider any age
Class 17 Open Jumping max. fence height 3’9”, Rider any age
Class 18 Puissance Jumping, 2 jumps one increases in width and the other increases in height each round, every rider has 3 chances to clear both jumps before elimination.
Class 19 Pairs Relay Jumping - Rider 1 completes the first half of the course and tags rider 2 in the box before rider 2 completes the 2nd half of the course, 1 round, fastest clear wins, max. fence height 3”

All riders must present themselves in the ring correctly dressed with their competitor number, light coloured Jodhpurs, shirt & tie, a show or Hacking Jacket, Pony Club Badge, Boots, Gloves, Whip and dark coloured Riding Hat. Please note that a Kite marked riding helmet to current BS standards must be worn and be fastened AT ALL TIMES WHEN MOUNTED, and that Body Protectors must be worn at all times when jumping even in the warm up arena!

Directions:
Lanquestrian Ltd. Is on the Middleton to Overton Road, Go through Middleton past The Old Roof Tree Inn towards Overton, After a series of sharp bends go past the Tennis Courts and on the next straight stretch of road there is a long lay-by with a bench and the Overton Middleton Boundary, the road turns to the left and we are about 50m on your right just after this bend. Please go onto the showground and park sensibly.
Lanquestrian Riding Club Members: If you are a LQRC member and you are placed in a class then you MUST REGISTER YOUR POINTS IN THE SECRETARYS OFFICE BY THE END OF THE SHOW ON THE DAY YOU WERE PLACED. You are responsible for this and points cannot be added later and points will not be added on automatically. Annual Points For Qualification for The Festival Of Champions Winter Championships: ALL points will be included for the annual points Champion & Reserve Champion. Points Champions for Individual Disciplines/Classes will Qualify for The Festival of Champions Winter Show. Points are awarded in all disciplines as follows: 1st = 7 points; 2nd = 6 points; 3rd = 5 points; 4th = 4 points; 5th = 3 points; 6th = 2 points; each competing member in class = 1 attendance point. Members must present their horse/pony in the ring to obtain entry/attendance points. All other LQRC rules as published on the Lanquestrian Ltd. Website apply regarding qualifications.

We wish to thank our sponsors of this show:

www.ponyclubmums.com
We are a web based help and sales site for pony club parents offering support to help you to help your children at home with riding and pony care tips. We also have a shop online, a sales board and even our own range of merchandise!

Lanquestrian Ltd. For the use of the showground
We hope you enjoy yourself at Lanquestrian Ltd. Please note that there is to be no mucking out onto the showground and please take your litter home with you so we can keep the show ground clean for everyone’s enjoyment. Thank you.

Facilities at Lanquestrian are available for hire, from use of an arena to the whole showground for your event. Please ask for a price list or check out the relevant website page at www.lanquestrianltd.com.

Click Here To Link To The Official Site of The Pony Club www.pcuk.org