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Pony Club is one of the leading junior equestrian organizations in the world, represented throughout 30 countries! The United States has over 600 individual Clubs spread throughout 48 states and the Virgin Islands, with more than 12,000 members. While many Pony Club members have gone on to national, international, and Olympic competitions, most of our members join because of their love of horses, desire to become a better rider, and a drive to achieve their best as an individual. Whatever your child's goals, Pony Club provides a nationally recognized instructional program with an emphasis on safety and building character. A child may join at any age but is considered a graduate at the age of 21. About Our Program At Fallbrook Pony Club, our goals are: - Provide a comprehensive, nationally-certified program that includes English riding instruction and a structured horse management curriculum with a strong emphasis on team work, sportsmanship, and safety of the horse and rider.
- Use equestrian sports as the framework in which to develop character, confidence, and life-long interpersonal communication skills that will benefit our members in all aspects of their lives.
- Teach our members the horse/stable management skills necessary for them to take full responsibility for their equine partner at home and at Pony Club events.
- Safety, safety, safety.
Programs are offered in dressage, eventing, show jumping, mounted games, tetrathlon, quiz, vaulting, foxhunting, and polocrosse. Parental involvement is very important (and loads of fun too), as this is a nonprofit, volunteer-run organization. About Horses and Ponies It is not necessary for a child to own a horse or pony, but he or she must have access to one when required. If you are considering purchasing a horse for your child, regardless of whether you plan to join Pony Club, please read this first as safety is our primary concern. Also, as a general guideline when determining whether a new horse will be suitable for your child, the combined age of the horse and rider should equal at least 25. For example, a 10 year old rider should be paired with a pony that is at least 15 years old. This is because a young, less experienced rider should be paired with an experienced mount (horse or pony) that understands what is expected. This allows the rider to focus on developing his/her riding skills rather than trying to train the mount. Pairing an inexperienced rider with an inexperienced mount is unsafe and it quickly turns riding into a negative experience for the young rider. Contrary to some of the myths ("growing up together", "learning together", etc.), it is unlikely that your 8-year old child will be riding the same horse at age 28. A pony that was suitable for a less experienced 8-year old will not have the skills, height, or youth to compete when his rider is a 28-year old eventer. Conversely, a horse suitable for a 28-year old will not be a safe choice for an 8-year old. So as your child's riding skills progress, you should anticipate that you may need to be looking for another horse. This does not mean that you need to spend a fortune. There are many experienced horses and ponies that have been through the Pony Club program, have been outgrown by their riders, and are now looking for a new young rider to work with. Feed leases, trades, as well as the Sandia Creek Pony Club Riding Center are all great options that you should consider before you buy. Location: The Fallbrook Pony Club meets at the Fallbrook Rider's Field located at 1621 South Stagecoach Lane, between Reche Rd. and South Mission Rd. It is directly across from Christ The King Lutheran Church, and about 1/3 mile North of the Fallbrook High School's Agricultural Office and ball fields. Membership Information: Pony Club fees are: Annual Membership
Includes national, regional, and club fees | $120.00 | Riding and Horse Management Instruction (per quarter)
Includes 1 hour group riding lesson from certified instructor plus 45-minute horse management lesson, 3 weeks per month.
This works out to be less than $15 per lesson. | $125.00 |
We ride at Fallbrook Riders Field. All Pony Club members must also become a member of Fallbrook Riders Field. The annual Fallbrook Riders Field Family Membership is $125.00 and is paid directly to Fallbrook Riders Field. As a member of Fallbrook Riders Field, you are eligible for a discount at Creekside Veterinary Services. Fallbrook Pony Club members receive a discount on selected products at Performance Horse Supply in Bonsall.
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