Show Jumping
Show Jumping activities in the Shillelagh Pony Club varies from our youngest members jumping small crosspoles to our senior members jumping 1.20m.
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Minimus
The Minimus is a triathlon competition consisting of three disciplines - swimming, running and riding. Points are awarded for the results in each phase and the winner has the most points after the three phases.
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Tetrathlon
Pony Club Tetrathlon provides Members with a challenging competition requiring sound practical horsemanship and general athletic ability.
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Flatwork / Warming Up ....
There are a number of simple things you can do on the day of the test to help settle your nerves and achieve a higher score in the test.

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At Shillelagh pony Club we try to organise events throughout the year. We hope that all members try to participate in as many activities as possible as that will help us to keep the activities going and fun for our members.

Showjumping

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Showjumping.
Show jumping will take place at working rallies as well as show jumping training sessions and the club participates in a number of Show Jumping events as follows: Junior Show Jumping (Robbie Bailey) Intermediate Show Jumping (John Ledingham) Members Show Jumping Senior Individual Each Area of the IPC runs an Area Qualifier to decide which branches will represent their Area at the championships. The teams placed first and second at the qualifier will go on to compete at the Chamionships.

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TESTS IN THE SHILLELAGH PONY CLUB

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS AND MEMBERS 

In the Shillelagh Pony Club, tests are usually held during the Summer. 

The D and D+ tests are taken during Camp. You must pass your D+ test before being allowed to do your C Test.

The C test is always held shortly after camp (which is in early July) as the children will have worked to prepare for it during camp. Sometimes there is a C Tests held later in the Summer or during the Easter holidays to accommodate children who were unable to attend the one after camp, but a minimum of five members are needed to do this. 

The Riding and Road Safety Test is usually held in August (following a Road Safety Rally) and is usually taken the year after the C test. (It is compulsory to have this before attempting the C+).

The C+ test is usually held in August and special rallies are held to prepare for it. 

It is usual that two years elapse between the C+ and B test to allow plenty of time for the candidates to mature and prepare for this demanding test. This is not run by the branch but is organised by our Area Representative and assessment is carried out before being allowed to take it.

We generally try to prepare our members well before they attempt a Pony Club test and you should remember that what you learn for your test should be put into practice in the daily care of your pony and not just on the day of the test. 

If you have a query about any matter regarding Pony Club Tests in the Shillelagh Pony Club, e.g. need a Test Card, will be away for a test, etc. please contact Jackie or Polly who are responsible for arranging tests. See Who's Who

It is important to remember that no test may be taken outside a member’s branch without the written permission of both D.C.’s and the Area Representative and no parent can organize a test for their child. 

There are minimum ages at which tests are taken and all tests are designed with certain objectives in mind. Candidates should not be put forward until they have attained the correct age in all cases.

All Pony Club tests are optional but members are encouraged to progress through them during their time in the Pony Club.

Unfortunately, many parents and members can become unnecessarily stressed about tests in the Pony Club. However, they are proper tests and not a formality so it is better to wait until you are ready before attempting one. That way you have a higher chance of success and can avoid the disappointment of not being successful. 

If a member fails a test, a minimum of two months must elapse before retaking the test.

When you pass a test, you get a signed certificate and a coloured disc to wear behind your Pony Club Badge. There are different coloured certificates and discs for different tests.

The D.C., with advice from an instructor, will advise when a candidate should take a test. The practice of bringing pressure to bear on Area Reps., D.C.’s, Examiners and other Irish Pony Club officials regarding Pony Club Tests is unacceptable.

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