The final point-to-point of the Midlands Area season took place at Dingley racecourse, just outside Market Harborough in Leicestershire, on Saturday 13th May and produced doubles for jockey Jack Andrews and trainer Tom Ellis. Dale Peters trains and rides Thunderstruck, who made it two wins from the last three outings as he won the first […]
Pony Racing Authority/ Pony Club Training Day
Pony Racing Authority/ Pony Club Training Day
Monday 13th February 2017
Highfields Adstone NN12 8DS By kind permission of Mr & Mrs Kemp
For Children aged 9-15
The training days are great fun for all types of equestrian disciplines, with improvement to your balance and fitness. As well as gaining qualification to Pony Race.
The day (9.15am-4pm approx.) has three sessions in the morning, Ride in indoor arena, Balance & Fitness Equipment, & Equicisors . After lunch we have a canter up the enclosed all-weather gallop. Members and their ponies will be assessed as to their ability, confidence & competence and at the end of the day will be informed by the assessor as to whether they have passed. If this is the case they will be able to use this qualification to enter a Pony club Race day and are eligible to take part in Point-Point Pony races in 2017.
Please apply to attend the day through the PRA website
For any further information please contact Shona Supple 07816 345868
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