The opportunities below have age or certification level requirements. Please read the description for each to determine if you are eligible to apply.

The Regional Youth Board (RYB) provides youth members an avenue for which to communicate the youth voice to the regional council.  It offers leadership & personal growth opportunities to youth members, as well as a way to foster friendships with others who share the same dedication to Pony Club and our equine partners.

Each club/center chooses up to three delegates to the RYB. The group has two adult advisors, but is self-governing. There are opportunities to plan activities and travel to other clubs to assist in peer-to-peer education and more!

To learn more, read the document below or talk to your DC/CA. Applications are available through your club.

Regional Youth Board Overview & Requirements

National Examiner Camp & Clinics

USPC National Examiners (NE)have apprenticed and demonstrated their understanding of Pony Club programs, goals, and the Standards of Proficiency (SOPs). They conduct the National Level testing (HB, C3, B, HA and A). 



Opportunities to ride with NEs are an incredible chance to get advanced level instruction to prepare for national-level certifications. It is an advantage to begin to ride with National Examiners well before you intend to test. These advanced skills take time to develop for horse & rider and the NE clinicians can help you develop your skills along the way so you are ready to test. Bring your regular instructor to audit the clinics so they can support you in your journey!

Camp & Clinics

Upper Level Camp & Clinics are usually held every year for our C2-A Level riders and strong C1 candidates. These mounted and unmounted clinics are an opportunity to ride with a USPC National Examiner and get coaching and tips before they are tested by a National Examiner for a National Level certification. The more chances a member has to ride with a National Examiner BEFORE they face them for the C3 certification testing and up, the more well prepared and more confident they will be that they will meet standard. Participating in these clinics or camps well before you intend to certify for your C3 is a great opportunity to get expert instruction, study with a group of peers and to enjoy friends from around the region.

Who should attend?

• C1 and C2 riders who are preparing for regional and national testings
• Riders who want to advance their skills, have fun and ride with their PC friends!
• Volunteers, instructors & parents who want "to train their eye" 

Visit the Activities page for information on scheduled camps & clinics.