You don’t need expensive equipment to begin. You can practise at home using everyday objects to develop your skills – for example, setting up buckets to ride weaving patterns or improve bending and control. You can also start by attending lessons with a trainer or joining rallies and friendly sessions, which are a great way to build both your and your pony’s confidence in Mounted Games.

No. Mounted Games training can be done using simple, everyday items at home. Riders often use household objects such as buckets or poles to practise agility, accuracy, and control in preparation for races.

You can take lessons with a qualified trainer, and many skills are developed further during rallies and friendly competitions. Each Area also has a Mounted Games Area Coordinator who can help you get started, answer questions, and point you in the right direction.

Members can join a team through their Branch or Centre and compete at local friendly competitions. As riders develop, they can take part in Area Competitions, which usually begin around April, and act as qualifying events for higher levels.

More advanced riders and teams can qualify for major events such as the Prince Philip Cup at Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) or Royal Windsor, where they may represent their country. Older Members may also be nominated for the PCUK team to take part in the International Mounted Games Exchange.