The Northern Lakes Region has an active USPC Horsemasters program that is currently accepting new members.
Started in 2001, the
United States Pony Club Horsemasters Program for Adults was developed to meet
the needs of Pony Club parents and other adults to learn more about horses and
ponies and ultimately become more secure in their knowledge about horsemanship
and riding skills. Horsemasters can be individuals or groups affiliated with a
club, center or region and is open to anyone 18 years of age or older.
The Horsemasters Program is based on the USPC Standards of Proficiency. The Horsemaster Standards of Proficiency. is the educational program of instruction and evaluation of its members for certifications in three primary areas: Horse Management, On the Flat, and Over Fences. Horsemasters participate in the riding disciplines which include Dressage, Show Jumping, Hunt Seat, Western and Eventing.
Beginning levels (HMX
D-1, HMX D-2 and HMX D-3) offer an introduction to the fun and challenge of
riding, establishing a foundation of safety habits and knowledge. Horse
Management focuses on acquiring the skills related to care and handling of the
mount along with related equipment and trailer safety. The beginning level member
also learns and, can be evaluated, on their riding skills on the flat and over
fences, if desired, with safety, security and basic balance as the primary
focus.
The intermediate levels (HMX C-1 and HMX C-2) emphasize growing independence and responsibility in the care of one’s mount and tack while becoming a more competent rider. Similar to the beginning level, the intermediate levels focus on advancement and evaluation of Horse Management skills as well as development towards a secure, independent seat, increased control and confidence in all phases of riding.
The intermediate levels (HMX C-1 and HMX C-2) emphasize growing independence and responsibility in the care of one’s mount and tack while becoming a more competent rider. Similar to the beginning level, the intermediate levels focus on advancement and evaluation of Horse Management skills as well as development towards a secure, independent seat, increased control and confidence in all phases of riding.
Many of us Adult Amateur
riders, Instructors and Barn Owners would like the opportunity to learn more
about Horse Management and other equine disciplines. Besides giving us an opportunity to volunteer
for our youth Pony Clubbers, we too, get to compete under the auspices of
USPC. It also provides the opportunity
for social and networking among peers.
Two opportunities to attend a Horsemasters Organizational Meeting:
Date: February 22
Location: U of MN Leatherdale Center
Time: 4 pm
Your Hosts:
Linda Scott, Regional Supervisor/Northern Lakes Region Pony Club,
Lucy Lammer, DC, Two
Rivers Pony Club, Menomonie, WI
RSVP to: LucyL@wwt.net
** If you can't make the February 22nd, meeting consider coming to a meeting on Sunday, Feb. 23
HorseMasters Organizational Meeting at Silvermine Dressage in Elk Mound, WI at 3
pm. **
