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Dural Pony Club is an affiliate of the Pony Club Association of NSW (PCA) and is run according to its rules and regulations.

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RALLY DAYS
'Rally days' are our regular meetings and are held on the first and third Sundays of the month from February to November, including school holidays.  Pony Club accredited instructors (volunteers) provide supervision and instruction on the different disciplines including dressage, showjumping, sporting, eventing and show riding, as well as horsemanship.  Sometimes professional instructors come along to teach in a particular discipline.  Rally days are usually planned with reference to our 'Closed Trophy Days' or competition days, so that riders know what each competition entails and have a practice run beforehand.

Rally days start at 10 a.m. sharp.  Riders must pass a gear check before they can take part in the activities.   We have a point score system for gear check with points awarded for attendance, punctuality, correct uniform and cleanliness of horse and gear.  Only pony club uniform and gear that is approved by the PCA and in good condition will be passed.  The Dural Pony Club Handbook lists suitable tack for pony club.  If you have any questions about new or unusual gear ask our club captain for advice. 

Lunch is held between 12.30 and 1.30 p.m.  Our canteen is open for lunch.

Rally days conclude at approximately 3.30p.m.
 
Any rider under 17 years of age must have a parent or other designated adult responsible for them on the grounds when mounted.

Only Dural Pony Club members 24 years and under are allowed to ride at our rally days and competitions.
Dogs are not allowed at rally days or trophy days.
 
UNIFORM-New Pony Club Colours, Black & Gold.

The Dural Pony Club uniform consists of:

  • White/Black- AS/NZ 3838 equestrian safety helmet and harness. Please note only Australian Safety Standard AS/NZ 3838 helmets are approved by PCA NSW, no other helmets may be worn.
  • Beige jodhpurs
  • Elastic sided riding boots - smooth soles and heels.
  • White long sleeved shirt and DPC yellow and black striped tie
  • Black V neck jumper
  • Yellow DPC saddle cloth
  • Black & Gold polo shirt with DPC emblem for summer
  • Black & Gold Polar Fleece Casual Jumper (for rally days)
  • Only Associates (17 years and over) may wear long black boots or gaiters.
  • Chapettes can be worn by riders under 17 years at rally days only, but NOT in competitions

                             Formal DPC Uniform                                                                  Casual Jumper + Polo Top

Full uniform is compulsory at rally days and competitions.  Please see the handbook for details

The saddlecloths, jumpers, ties, fleecy jumpers and polo shirts are available from DPC. A DPC cap with emblem can also be purchased.

If you are unsure about the suitability of any clothing or gear it is wise to check with the pony club before purchasing it.
 
ZONE 23- www.zone23.com.au

Dural Pony Club belongs to Zone 23 of the Pony Club Association of NSW along with Arcadia, Avondale, Eastern Suburbs, Forest Hills, Kenthurst, Manly-Warringah and Ryde Pony Clubs.

Zone Championships are held for each of the disciplines each year so that our members can gain experience at a higher level of competition.  You do not have to be selected to attend but if you feel confident in that particular discipline it is a great way to improve your riding and to see the standard set by some of the other clubs.  Dural Pony Club usually organises one zone event each year.

The zone may also run regional schools where instruction from professionals is provided free of charge.

The highlight of the calendar is the zone jamboree, a two day competition held at year end which all members are encouraged to attend, not only for the competition, but to meet riders from other clubs as well.  You and your horse can stay overnight and join in the social activities on Saturday night.
 
PCA NSW State and Royal Show Competitions.

These are strictly for experienced riders and the qualification standard is high.  Your entry must be approved by the zone.  These competitions are held all over NSW so there is usually a long drive involved.  Since you are riding for the zone, competitors ride in the zone uniform.   

 

Zone 23 Uniform