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THE UNITED STATES PONY CLUBS, INC.
 Kentucky Horse Park
4071 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington, KY  40511
(859) 254-7669      

MISSION STATEMENT

The United States Pony Clubs, Inc., an educational organization, teaches riding, mounted sports and the care of horses and ponies, and develops in youth the characteristics of responsibility, moral judgment, leadership and self confidence.

In addition to its instruction function, USPC provides opportunities for team competition in various horse sports.

FORWARD

United States Pony Clubs, Inc., was formally incorporated in 1954, and became at that time one of over 26 countries in the world that support the pony club movement.

The term “pony” was used by English Fox Hunt clubs to describe all mounts, regardless of size by their youthful members.

GUIDING BELIEFS

                USPC is an educational organization
                The local club is the core of USPC
                USPC provides an opportunity for shared fun and cooperative work with others
                Fair and friendly competitions develop teamwork and sportsmanship
                USPC is beneficial for both horse and rider; Horse Management is basic to USPC
                USPC is committed to safety
                USPC requires parental involvement and support

USPC instructional and activities programs are implemented through over 550 local member clubs in all 50 states and the Virgin Islands, each under the supervision of a District Commissioner.  The local clubs have an overall membership of over 12,000 children and young adults up to the age of 21.  For administrative purposes, the clubs are grouped in geographic regions, each with a Regional Supervisor as liaison between the national organization and the clubs within the region.

Pony Club Pledge

As a member of the United States Pony Clubs, Inc., I stand for the best in sportsmanship as well as horsemanship.

I shall compete for the enjoyment of the game well played and take winning or losing in stride, remembering that without good manners and good temper, sport loses its cause for being. 

I shall endeavor to maintain the best traditions of the ancient and noble skill of horsemanship.

 I shall strive at all times to uphold the high ideals of the Pony Club and my country.