Pony Club International Alliance

In 1980 the Pony Club International Alliance (PCIA) was formed to bring independent Pony Club organisations together and is now an association of the following Pony Clubs:

UK Pony Club
Pony Club Australia
Pony Club New Zealand
Pony Club South Africa
Pony Club Hong Kong
US Pony Club
Canadian Pony Club

In 2018, The Pony Club hosted representatives from all the PCIA countries and a new determination to develop a global identity for the Pony Club emerged.

Many Pony Club Activities hold International Exchanges with countries within the PCIA, including Tetrathlon, Mounted Games, Quiz and Hunting. There are also virtual Show Jumping and Dressage Competitions. All Pony Club Tests from E-A are also compatible across the PCIA making access for members internationally, equal and accessible for all.

PCIA Contact Details

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Pony Club International Alliance UK Quiz Team 2024

We are pleased to announce, after a large amount of applications, we have selected the 4 members that will go on the Quiz Exchange to Kentucky in 2024. Congratulations to those that have made it through, and thank you to everyone that applied.

Amy Veitch – Cumberland Farmers Hunt South
Ella Bubb – Crawley and Horsham Hunt
Hannah Richardson – Old Berkshire Hunt
Olivia Stubbs – West Lancashire County

1st Reserve: Ellie Mae Tilley – Atherstone Hunt

Want to learn more?

Follow the link below to read all about their experience, the challenges they faced, and how they represented the UK with pride. GBUS. Plus, find out how they prepared for the competition and what they took away from this incredible opportunity.

The Pony Club International Alliance Quiz Championships

Pony Club International Alliance Virtual Dressage Show 2024

Organised by: United States Pony Club & Hong Kong Pony Club

UK Teams kindly sponsored by Agria

We are pleased to be a part of an exciting opportunity for members to take part in an International Virtual Dressage Competition alongside other members from PCIA countries.

There are six classes available for which we are invited to send a team of four for each. Pony Club members can be nominated to take part if they meet the class eligibility and will be selected by the Dressage Committee based on the submission of a video of the member riding the specified PC Championship test.

A big well done to all our UK competitors, in particular to:

Class 1B – 1st Team: Ella Ringham, Philippa Brickell, Eleanor Blewitt, Lilly Davies

Class 2A – 1st Team: Harriet Boyd, Holly Burgess, Danielle Ward, May Mooney

Class 4 – 1st Individual: Tabitha Leicester

Click the link below to see the tests and full results!

PCIA Dressage – UK Placings PCIA Virtual Dressage Competition

Congratulations to the members selected to take part in the PCIA Virtual Dressage Competition

Class 1 – Training Level, USDF Training Level Test 1

Ella Ringham (Dinas Powys)
Philippa Brickell (Duke of Buccleuch’s Hunt)
Eleanor Blewitt (North Cotswold Hunt)
Lilly Davies (Vale of Aylesbury Hunt)

Class 2 – First Level, USDF First Level Test 1

Harriet Boyd (Atherstone)
Holly Burgess (Bennachie)
Danielle Ward (Old Berkeley Hunt North)
May Mooney (Old Berkeley Hunt North)

Class 3 – Second Level, USDF Second Level Test 1

Ellie El Khamlichi (Atherstone)
Polly Quaile (Strathblane & District)
Mary Goodridge (East Cheshire)
Duncan Morgan (East Sussex)
Elliemae Tilley (Atherstone) – competing in a mixed International Team

Class 4 – Third Level, USDF Third Level Test 1

Poppy Field (Meynell Hunt) – competing in a mixed International Team
Tabitha Leicester (Burghley) – competing in a mixed International Team
Ella Glennon (East Cornwall) – competing in a mixed International Team

Class 6 – Prix Caprilli, NZPCA Prix Caprilli Test Y

Harriet Boyd (Atherstone)
Lilly Davies (Vale of Aylesbury Hunt)
Charlie Britnell (South Oxfordshire Hunt Central)
Poppy Field (Meynell Hunt)

The Pony Club International Alliance Tetrathlon Championships

The Tetrathlon International in 2024 was shared with the UK Pony Club and Republic of Ireland. Competitors were invited from the United States of America, Australia, New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland). The Pony Club Exchange started at the Irish Tetrathlon Championships the last weekend in July. It then moved North to the Senior International Tetrathlon at Necarne, before coming to England for the Tetrathlon Championships at Offchurch Bury. As joint hosts, the UK will had two teams of boys and two teams of girls, all with five members in each team.

Want to learn more?

Follow the link below to read all about their experience, the challenges they faced, and how they represented the UK with pride. Plus, find out how they prepared for the competition and what they took away from this incredible opportunity.

The Pony Club International Alliance Tetrathlon Championships

Tetrathlon International 2026

The Tetrathlon International in 2026 will be hosted by Australia. Competitors will be invited from the United States of America, New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland).

Places for these teams will be decided following a selection event in early 2026 (exact dates to follow). Places on the training weekend will be by invitation, following the Championships in August 2025.

Any questions at this stage should be directed to:

Richard Mosley: richardmosley241@outlook.com

Zoe Kennerley: zkennerley@live.couk

Please cc. Tetrathlon Admin: tetrathlon@pcuk.org

Criteria for Potential Selection for International Tetrathlon 2026

Essential

Competing at Intermediate and/or Open level in 2025
B Test Riding Standard/C+ holders
Competed at Regional and Championships in 2025, or specific invitation to attend
Application letter to include details of training undertaken, listing of involvement in PC activities and ambassadorial skills
Reference from independent DC, Tetrathlon Coordinator or Area Rep
Paid up Pony Club member in 2026
Aged 18 years old during exchange dates
Interviews

Influential

Competing at Open level in 2025
B Test holders
Show Jumping assessment outcome

Tetrathlon Exchange Criteria 2026

Mounted Games International Exchange

The Mounted Games International Exchange offers Pony Club members from all corners of the globe the chance to immerse themselves in other countries’ equestrian cultures through participation in Mounted Games competitions, cultural excursions, and social events. Each year, the Pony Club International Alliance (PCIA) meets to decide the hosting nation. Outstanding members who have been actively involved in the Mounted Games can be nominated by their DCs and potentially selected by the panel to represent Great Britain in the current year’s team. During the exchange, participants will be required to ride different horses and ponies. It’s crucial that nominated members are versatile riders and can quickly adapt to riding different horses.

Nomination Criteria:

Members must have attained their C+ test by the time of nomination.
Submit a confidential character reference from District Commissioners and Centre Proprietors along with the nomination. Detail is requested to provide the selection panel with a clear understanding of the member’s character.
Include a copy of Branch/Centre Programmes, clearly indicating the rallies and events attended by the nominated member, including virtual events if applicable.
Limitation of one nomination per Branch or Centre for the International Exchange.
Requirement for members to have reached their 16th birthday in the year of the exchange.