Weekend Clinics Report

Hi Everyone!

Last weekend RVPC hosted a regional Standards & Ratings Clinic on Saturday at Green Hill. It was quite well attended and I think a lot was learned. Thank you so much to Sarah Morgan for teaching the clinic, and especially to Emily Hairfield for teaching the demo riders! And a special thank you to all those demo riders - it was a hot day and lots of people were watching you ride and learn and I know that is not the easiest of situations. We could not have done it without you, and we all really appreciate your help with this clinic.

On Sunday, RVPC sponsored a C1/C2 Rating Prep Clinic, also at Green Hill, and also taught by Sarah Morgan. We had 5 C1 candidates and 2 mounted C2 candidates and 1 unmounted C2 candidate (her borrowed horse got sold, sadly), and Sarah gave those candidates a wonderful day of mounted and longeing instruction. Kaelin C., local B-rated pony clubber, came in to teach bandaging and go over record books. She also brought her young horse and gave a very informative longeing demonstration, while Sarah discussed what we were all seeing. These candidates now have a strong indication of where they are in the rating range and what they need to do to be ready for their next rating. Thank you to all the parents who helped make this day happen with hard work setting up and putting away jumps! We hope to do another clinic like this in the spring.
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Kudos To...

*Stephanie, Laurel, and Julia for 1st place overall team and 2nd place HM team placings in their Beginner Novice division at the Carolina Region Event Rally!

*Leah for 2nd place HM team in the Rising Star division at Dressage Rally!

*Stephanie, Laurel, Julia, and Cayse (SM) for 10th place HM team at Dressage Rally!

* Alyssa, Erin, Molly, and Paige (SM) for 9th place HM team at Dressage Rally!

*Leah for 3rd place in Intro A and 2nd place in Intro B at Dressage Rally!

*Laurel for 1st place in Intro B and 1st place in Training Level 1 at Dressage Rally!

* Alyssa for 2nd place in Training Level 1 and 3rd place in Training Level 3 at Dressage Rally!

* Julia for 1st place in Training Level 2, 4th place in Training Level 4, and 4th place in the Musical Kur at Dressage Rally!

* Stephanie for 6th place in Training Level 2 at Dressage Rally!

* Molly for 2nd place in Training Level 4 (twice!) and 1st place in First Level 1 at Dressage Rally!

* Laurel & Stephanie for 1st place in the Costume Pas de Deux at Dressage Rally!

*Congratulations to Leah's Quiz Rally team (Roanoke Valley, Highlands, Sinking Creek, and Crescent Bay) who won FIRST PLACE in their division! We are so proud of you, Leah!

Mission Statement

The mission of the United States Pony Club is to provide a program for youth that teaches riding, mounted sports, and the care of horses and ponies, thereby developing responsibility, moral judgment, leadership, and self-confidence.

Guiding Beliefs

  • USPC is an educational organization which progressively develops the well rounded horseperson.
  • The well-rounded horseperson is capable of riding safely and tactfully on the flat, over fences, and in the open.
  • Knowledgeable care of horses and ponies (horse management) is basic to the well-rounded horseperson.
  • USPC is committed to the well-being of the horse.
  • Fair and friendly competitions develop team work and sportsmanship.
  • USPC requires parental and volunteer involvement and support.
  • The USPC is committed to safety.
  • The local Club is the core of USPC.

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I shall compete for the enjoyment of the game well played and take winning or losing in stride, remembering that without good manners and good temper, sport loses its cause for being.

I shall endeavor to maintain the best traditions of the ancient and noble skill of horsemanship.

I shall strive at all times to uphold the high ideals of the Pony Club and my country.

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