PCV Mounted Games Training Days 2026
Building Skills, Confidence and Team Opportunities
Pony Club Victoria’s Mounted Games Training Days are back for 2026, offering riders the chance to develop their skills, build confidence and prepare for potential Victorian Mounted Games team selection.
These monthly training sessions, held during the first half of the year, are designed to help riders improve their games techniques while learning from some of the best coaches in the sport. All sessions are coached by Victoria’s three State Mounted Games coaches, ensuring participants receive high-quality instruction across a range of games and skill-based activities.
What Are Mounted Games Training Days?
Mounted Games training days focus on developing the skills required for this exciting and fast-paced discipline. Riders will practise a variety of games, techniques and strategies used in competition, while also improving their balance, speed, teamwork and horsemanship.
These sessions provide a supportive environment where riders can challenge themselves, learn new skills and gain valuable experience.
They are also an important part of the pathway for riders aiming to represent Victoria in Mounted Games.
Who Can Attend?
Mounted Games Training Days are open to all current Pony Club Victoria members aged 7 years and over, with riders of all experience levels encouraged to participate.
However, riders must be able to ride independently, including mounting, dismounting and maintaining control of their horse or pony.
Training days are particularly valuable for riders interested in trying out for the Victorian Mounted Games teams, as attendance is required to be eligible for team selection.
Victorian Team Pathway
The Victorian Mounted Games Training Days also form part of the preparation for Victorian State Team selection.
Riders hoping to be considered for the Victorian Junior or Senior Mounted Games teams must attend at least one training day. These teams will go on to compete at the Pony Club Australia National Championships in October 2026.
There will be five training days held across the state prior to team selections, providing riders with multiple opportunities to participate and demonstrate their skills.
Rider Categories
Participants are grouped into the following categories:
Senior - Current Pony Club Victoria members who have turned 16 years by 1 January 2026 and are 25 years or under.
Junior - Current members who have turned 13 years and are under 16 years of age on 1 January 2026.
Sub Junior - Riders who wish to try and experience the discipline of Mounted Games. Riders must be able to mount, dismount and ride independently.
Training Dates
Mounted Games training days have already begun for the year, with riders enjoying sessions at:
- Bairnsdale Pony Club – Saturday 7 February (#2)
- Balnarring Pony Club – Saturday 14 March (#3)
Upcoming sessions include:
- Sunday 19 April 2026 – Barwon Valley Pony Club (#4)
- Saturday 9 May 2026 – Upper Yarra Pony Club (#5)
Entry Information
- Cost: $50 per rider + $5 facility fee
- Total: $55 per rider
- Entries: Via JustGo
Requirements and Guidelines
Certificates
Riders aged 13 years and over as of 1 January 2026 must hold their C Certificate, or be in the process of obtaining it. The certificate must be completed before team selections to be eligible for Victorian team selection.
Mounts
The organising committee reserves the right to determine the suitability of mounts participating in training days or team selection activities.
Gear
All equipment must comply with Pony Club Australia Gear Rules.
What to Wear
Riders should wear:
- A collared polo shirt with sleeves (Pony Club or squad shirts are acceptable)
- Beige, cream, black or navy jodhpurs
Facilities
Yards are available at training venues; however, riders are asked to clean up after their horses and place manure in a chaff bag at the front gate when leaving.
A canteen will also be available on the day, with both EFT and cash accepted.
Other Mounted Games Clinics outside the series include:
- Sunday 22nd March 2026 - Kyabram Pony Club Mounted Games Day - PCV, Open, Led & Assisted riders welcome (Entries via Eventsecretary.com.au)
- Saturday 18th April 2026 - Colac Pony Club Mounted Games Day - PCV, Open, Led & Assisted riders welcome (Entries via Eventsecretary.com.au)
Enquiries
For further information about the Mounted Games Training Days or Victorian team selection pathway, please contact:
Niree Weybury📧 pcvmountedgames@gmail.com📱 0408 559 915
Mounted Games is one of the most exciting and energetic disciplines in Pony Club, combining speed, skill and teamwork. Pony Club Victoria encourages riders from across the state to get involved, build their skills and enjoy the fun and challenge of this dynamic sport. 🐎🏁