Pony Club members from around the world are competing internationally in the virtual arena of the second Pony Club International Alliance Dressage Show. The virtual dressage show will be held October 17–28 with five classes consisting of: Training Level 14 and under, First Level 18 and under, Second Level 25 and under, Pas de Deux (all ages), and Prix Caprilli (all ages).
This event is to further promote the international organization through an activity that involves Pony Club members in different countries. While many areas around the world are back to more normal activities following the COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions, this virtual event continues to offer expanded opportunities for engagement. It also serves as a valuable showcase for the talents of Pony Club members worldwide, as well as the benefits of Pony Club’s education and instruction.
The excitement for this year’s PCIA Virtual Dressage Show is mounting among the 160 entries (up from 144 competitors last year) competing from Australia, Canada, Hong Kong (China), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, Singapore, and the Cayman Islands.
Final results will be judged and finalized by November 12, 2022.
About Pony Club International Alliance – The Pony Club International Alliance (PCIA) is a combined governing body for international activities that grew out of The Pony Club, the founding Pony Club incorporated in the United Kingdom. The PCIA oversees all International Exchanges and is responsible for maintaining the rules and guidelines for hosting all International Exchanges. Countries in the Alliance include Australia, Canada, Hong Kong (China), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, United Kingdom, and the United States.
About The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. — The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization that builds the foundation of teamwork and sportsmanship through riding, mounted sports, and care of horses and ponies, while developing and enhancing leadership, confidence, responsibility, and a sense of community in its youth and adult members. USPC is proud to offer instruction and competitive opportunities in 11 competitive disciplines through hundreds of clubs and centers across the United States. USPC’s educational standards continue to be instrumental in curriculum development for schools, universities, equestrian professionals, and organizations across the United States. Many of the nation’s top equestrians, including Olympic team members, as well as successful business professionals and leaders in a variety of fields, have roots in Pony Club. For more information, please visit www.ponyclub.org.
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