ENTER NOW for PCV State Tetrathlon Championships!

Entries are still Open for an Exciting Multi-Discipline Event 🐎🏃‍♀️🏊‍♂️🎯

Entries are now open for the 2026 Pony Club Victoria Tetrathlon State Championships, set to take place on Sunday 29 March 2026. This exciting and challenging event will be hosted at the Dandenong Ranges Horse & Pony Club at Lloyd Park, Belgrave South, in partnership with the Southern Metropolitan Zone.

The State Championships will bring together riders from across Victoria to compete in one of Pony Club’s most unique and demanding disciplines - Tetrathlon!

What is Tetrathlon?

Tetrathlon is a four-phase competition that tests both riding ability and overall athleticism. Competitors take part in:

Riding
Running
Swimming
Laser shooting

Originally developed by Pony Club in Great Britain, Tetrathlon has become a popular discipline worldwide and is featured at the Pony Club Australia National Championships. The sport is designed to encourage well-rounded athletes by combining horsemanship with other physical skills and challenges.

Each phase earns competitors points based on their performance, and the overall winner is determined by the highest combined score across all four phases.

Tetrathlon also offers exciting international representation opportunities for Pony Club Australia members and provides a pathway toward the Olympic sport of Modern Pentathlon.

Competition Classes

The 2026 Championships will feature a range of classes to allow riders of different ages and experience levels to participate.

State Championship Classes

Senior
Junior
Sub-Junior

Competitors in these classes must be graded riders and meet the C Certificate requirements as outlined in Pony Club Victoria By-Laws.

Novice Classes

Novice classes are available for riders who wish to experience the event in a non-graded competition format. Classes are offered for:

Senior
Junior
Sub-Junior
Masters (adult riders over 26 years)

Novice competitors may ride below their official height for their age group if they are not yet confident jumping the standard Tetrathlon height. A 100-point penalty is applied for every 10cm below the official PCA Tetrathlon height. Please note that Novice riders are not eligible for State Championship awards.

Equathon

For younger participants, the Equathon class is available for riders under 10 years of age to not include lasar shooting. This introductory format provides a fun and supportive way for younger riders to experience the excitement of the sport.

Event Venue

The championships will be held at:

Dandenong Ranges Horse & Pony Club

Lloyd Park Corner, Belgrave-Hallam Road & Wellington Road, Belgrave South

Event Logistics

Competitors planning to attend should note the following:

Entries close: 11.59pm Friday 20 March 2026
Yards available (booking essential)
Camping available (booking essential)
Gates open Saturday from 2:00pm for bump-in

Full details regarding the schedule, rules and competition format can be found in the official Tetrathlon Schedule 2026 program.

A True Test of the All-Round Pony Club Rider

The Pony Club Victoria Tetrathlon State Championships continue to be one of the most exciting events on the Pony Club calendar. Combining skill, endurance, focus and horsemanship, the competition celebrates the true spirit of Pony Club - developing confident, capable and well-rounded riders whilst having lots of fun!!!

Whether competing for a State title or experiencing the discipline for the first time, participants can look forward to a challenging and rewarding event.

We look forward to seeing riders from across Victoria take on the challenge this March!