PONY CLUB STANDARDS OF EFFICIENCY TEST SHEET 1998
'D' Standard

 GENERAL: This is an official voluntary Test of a Standard half way between 'D' & 'C'. It is not necessary to either take or pass it hefore attempting 'C'.
OBJECTIVE To have a basic understanding of ponies.

To achieve confidence in handling and riding a pony.

To improve and enjoy learning about ponies.

RIDING Mount and dismount.

A reasonably correct position in the saddle.

How to hold the reins.

To be able to ride a quiet pony safely in an enclosed area without the leading rein, in walk and trot.

Full Syllabus and list of Reference material available from Headquarters or from the Shopping section online.

Recommended age 8 or 9 years.

Felt Colour - Yellow

PUBLISHED BY

THE BRITISH HORSE SOCIETY

ERITISH RQUESTRIAN CENTRE

STONELEIGH. KENILWORTH,

WARWICKSHIRE.