Wellbeing

Introduction

At The Pony Club, we believe the health and happiness of our Members and Supporters are essential. Whether you’re a rider, parent, coach, volunteer, or staff member, your wellbeing is our priority. This page is dedicated to supporting your mental and emotional health, both in and out of the saddle.

Here, you’ll find resources, and activities designed to enhance your Pony Club experience, helping you stay balanced, build confidence, and cultivate a positive mindset. Explore how a focus on wellbeing can enrich not only your riding but every aspect of your life. Together, we’re creating a community where everyone can thrive!

Reasonable Adjustment

At The Pony Club, we are dedicated to promoting equality of opportunity for all members, parents, volunteers, officials, and stakeholders, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, or ethnicity.

We fully endorse the principles of sports equality and work to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage in Pony Club sports and activities—whether as participants, team members, spectators, volunteers, coaches, or staff—has:

A genuine and equal opportunity to participate to the fullest extent of their ambitions and abilities, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, disability, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race or ethnicity (including race, colour, and nationality), sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.
An environment where their rights, dignity, and individual worth are respected, ensuring they can enjoy Pony Club activities free from intimidation, bullying, victimisation, harassment, or abuse.

For more information and access to document templates, please visit our Resource Hub.

Supporting Neurodiverse Pony Club Members

The Pony Club recognises and encourages the therapeutic benefits of working with horses and aims to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where Neurodiverse children and young people can thrive. The Pony Club tries hard to empower Neurodiverse members to build confidence, develop social skills, and enjoy the joys of horsemanship at their own pace. By fostering a supportive, understanding community, The Pony Club continues to champion accessibility and inclusivity for all. The Pony Club is able to make Reasonable Adjustments for members who have additional needs.

The links below offer:

A quick reference support guide for Coaches and Officials to Support Neurodiverse Children.

A link to the National Autistic Society who offer training that will help Coaches and Officials further support Autistic children and young people.

Link to Reasonable Adjustment Training which includes support for neurodiverse members and supporters.