Southside Pony Club, Qld

🤎 More than riding. More than ribbons.

One of the best moments from Zone 1 JF McGill was seeing our members supporting and encouraging one another throughout the day.

Whether it was our teenagers helping our lead line members, riders cheering from the sidelines, or our families and supporters stepping up to fulfil judging and volunteer roles, the Southside spirit was on full display.

We're incredibly proud of the kindness, friendships and sense of community our members create. These are the moments that remind us what Pony Club is really about. 🐴✨

🎉 Congratulations to Southside Pony Club's Cheyenne and Choccy on their fantastic recent results!

After taking out 1st place at the Greenbank Pony Club One Day Event, the pair have continued their great form with an impressive 3rd place at the Tallebudgera Pony Club One Day Event. 🏇✨

Cheyenne has also been taking Cosmo along to events as part of his training and development, showing great dedication to building experience and confidence across her equine team.

It's wonderful to see all your hard work, dedication and partnership paying off. We are incredibly proud of your achievements and can't wait to see what comes next. Well done, Cheyenne, Choccy and Cosmo! 👏

A huge congratulations to our riders who competed at the 2026 PCQ State Masters Championships! 👏

It's always great to see our senior riders out and about and still competing, demonstrating their passion, dedication and love of the sport.

Thank you for representing our club with pride. Well done on your efforts and achievements!

🐴 Pony Pals Update 🐴

Pony Pals will be taking a break for Term 3 while we plan for future sessions. We will be contacting all registered families directly with further information.

We know many families were looking forward to participating, and we appreciate your understanding while we take the time to plan for future sessions.

In the meantime, keep an eye on our page for further updates!

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to sharing more details soon. 🐎

🐴✨ Southside Pony Club in Action! ✨🐴

It's been fantastic to see our young riders attending various gymkhanas and proudly representing Southside Pony Club.

Throughout the season, our riders have been showcasing their horsemanship, confidence, and determination. From taking those exciting steps to ride off lead for the first time to tackling new challenges and achieving personal goals, each rider has demonstrated growth, commitment, and a love for their horses.

We are incredibly proud of all our members who have represented the club with enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Whether coming home with ribbons or gaining valuable experience in the ring, every rider has done Southside Pony Club proud.

A huge thank you to our dedicated families, instructors, volunteers, and supporters who make these opportunities possible. We look forward to cheering on our riders as they continue to learn, grow, and achieve new milestones.

🐎🏅 Our Instructor in Action! 🥉✨

We're proud to see Southside Pony Club Instructor, Sienna out competing and achieving great results, while also representing our club in the wider equestrian community.

It's always fantastic for our riders to see our instructors continuing to ride, compete, and pursue their own goals alongside coaching and supporting others.

Well done, Sienna, on a great result. 🐴👏💙

🐴 PONY PALS – ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN 🐴

Is your child dreaming of ponies?

Whether they're meeting a pony for the very first time or looking to continue their pony journey, Pony Pals is a fun, safe and supportive program designed to help young children build confidence, learn new skills and make lasting friendships.

Participants enjoy hands-on experiences with our gentle, experienced ponies while learning the fundamentals of pony care and horsemanship in an environment aligned with Pony Club Australia guidelines.

What’s included? • Hands-on grooming and pony care activities
• Age-appropriate equestrian learning
• Gentle ponies perfect for young children
• A welcoming and supportive club environment
• Confidence-building, fun and friendship

Program Fees Student: $300
Parent/Guardian: $50

Program fees include Pony Club Australia and Pony Club Queensland membership, along with relevant insurance coverage.

Places are limited and filling fast. Join Southside Pony Club and start your child's pony adventure today!

Southside Pony Club | Riders in Action

🐎✨ What a fantastic day at the Brookfield Pony Club Official Combined Training!

Congratulations to all our riders for their hard work and effort in the arena. It was great to see everyone out competing, putting their training into practice, and representing our club with confidence and sportsmanship. 🏅

A huge thank you to the volunteers, families, and supporters who helped make the day possible. 👏💙

Make sure you're following along for more competition highlights, rider achievements, and club updates throughout the season! 🐴📸

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Do you know the 45 second rule?

Ringcraft is something honed over time but it is a really important skill when producing young horses!

When the bell goes, you have 45 seconds to start your round. Take full advantage of those 45 seconds; use the time to show your horse any particularly spooky fences you may have to jump or to get them relaxed, soft and listening to you before you begin. Don’t walk around aimlessly or feel rushed to start by the judge - the time is yours to use! Have a plan in place before you enter and use the full time available to you if you need it.

Sometimes you will be asked to go into the arena whilst the previous horse is still jumping. You should stay out of their way and try not to be in the horse’s line of sight when they are approaching a fence. This extra time can be useful for allowing your horse to look round the fences they will need to jump before your 45 second countdown begins.

A few other useful little tips:

✅ If there are still poles on the ground from the previous competitor, raise your hand and signal to the judges to pause the countdown. The course should be fully set before your round begins.

✅ If your horse needs to p*e or p**p before your round, you can also raise your hand and the time should be paused whilst they complete that necessity!

✅ Do not go through the start beam once the bell has gone unless you are approaching the first fence and intend to jump. Doing so could mean you are deemed to have started your round and may result in faults being given for crossing your tracks (and time faults incurred).

✅ When you have finished your round, ask your horse to return to a calm and settled canter before you pull up. If they spooked at a part of the arena mid round and you’re passing it on your way out, ask them to be soft and relaxed this time. Don’t just fall into trot and leave the arena. The small details matter for next time!

The better your preparation, the more relaxed you and your horse will be and the better the outcome should be! Remember - it’s supposed to be fun - so relax and enjoy it ❤️

🐴 PONY PALS – ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN 🐴

Is your child dreaming of ponies?

Whether they're meeting a pony for the very first time or looking to continue their pony journey, Pony Pals is a fun, safe and supportive program designed to help young children build confidence, learn new skills and make lasting friendships.

Participants enjoy hands-on experiences with our gentle, experienced ponies while learning the fundamentals of pony care and horsemanship in an environment aligned with Pony Club Australia guidelines.

What’s included?
• Hands-on grooming and pony care activities
• Age-appropriate equestrian learning
• Gentle ponies perfect for young children
• A welcoming and supportive club environment
• Confidence-building, fun and friendship

www.southsideponyclub.com.au