GENERAL

The Efficiency Tests provide a staircase of knowledge and progression when taken in sequence.The Road Rider Mini Achievement Badge is a prerequisite before taking the D Test.

OBJECTIVE 

To have a basic understanding of ponies.

To achieve confidence in handling and riding a pony.

To improve and enjoy learning about ponies.

To hold more Mini Achievement Badges.

RIDING

Mount and dismount.

Understand and show a correct position in the saddle at halt.

Be able to hold the reins correctly.

Beable to ride a quiet pony safely, in an enclosed area without the leading rein, in walk and trot.

PONY CARE

Approach and handle a pony correctly.

Know basic needs of a pony in summer and winter.

Catch a pony and put on a headcollar.

Proper way to give a pony an apple or carrot.

Lead a pony in hand in walk and turn correctly.

Tie up correctly.

Name simple points of the pony.

Name different parts of saddle and bridle.

Recognise a dandy brush and rubber curry comb.

READ

Keeping a Pony at Grass

‘The Manual of Horsemanship’ -read the sections below:

Points of the horse

Mount and dismount (Omit: to dismount using the stirrup) 

What to bring / wear

• Snack & refreshments

• Note pad & pen

• Training – everyday riding wear, waterproofs, wellies

• Test – Clean boots, cream, white or beige jodphurs, shirt & Pony Club tie, show / hacking jacket or Pony Club Jumper, long hair tied up, gloves

Revision / workbooks can be purchased from www.equineworkingnotebooks.com