Building confidence, knowledge, and lifelong friendships through the love of horses.
What Does a Branch Do?
A Pony Club branch is the foundation of the Alberta South Region and the place where members experience Pony Club on a day-to-day basis. Branches provide local programming, educational opportunities, and a supportive community for riders and their families.
Each branch organizes riding lessons, stable management instruction, clinics, camps, and other activities designed to help members develop their equestrian skills and knowledge. Branches support members as they work toward certifications, learn proper horse care, and build confidence both in and out of the saddle.
Branches also create opportunities for members to participate in competitions, rallies, educational workshops, community service projects, and social events. These activities encourage teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, and personal responsibility while helping members form lasting friendships with others who share their passion for horses.
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In addition to delivering local programs, branches connect members with regional and national Pony Club activities. Through these opportunities, members can expand their experiences, meet riders from other communities, and challenge themselves in a variety of disciplines.
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Most importantly, a branch provides a welcoming environment where young people can learn, grow, have fun, and develop a lifelong appreciation for horsemanship and equestrian sport. Through the dedication of volunteers, instructors, and families, each branch helps bring the mission and values of the Canadian Pony Club to life.
Branch organzation
Each branch is managed by a volunteer Branch Executive Committee and led by a District Commissioner (DC). All branch board members contribute their time and expertise as volunteers, helping to create a positive and supportive Pony Club experience for members and families.
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Each branch establishes its own membership fees based on the programs, facilities, and services it provides. We encourage prospective members to contact their local branch directly for information about fees, programming, schedules, and membership opportunities.
Detailed information about each branch can be found on the individual branch pages below.
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Before registering with a specific branch, please contact the District Commissioner (DC) to confirm that space is available and that the branch's program aligns with your goals, interests, and expectations.
Active in the Brooks and Bassano area
Active in the Cochrane area
Active in the Okotoks area
Active in the DeWinton area
Active in the Alix area
Active in the Millarville area
Active in the Sylvan Lakes and Benalto area
Active in the Airdrie and Delacour area
Active in the Lethbridge area
Active in the Red Deer area
Active in the Springbank area, west of Calgary
Active in the Springbank area, west of Calgary
Active in the Rocky Mountain House area
If there is not currently a Pony Club branch in your area, establishing a new branch can be a rewarding way to bring Pony Club opportunities to local riders and families. New branches are created through the Canadian Pony Club and their respective region, working closely with local volunteers to develop a sustainable program.
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A successful branch begins with a group of interested families and volunteers who share a commitment to Pony Club values, including horsemanship, sportsmanship, education, leadership, and community involvement. The branch will require a dedicated team of volunteers to serve in leadership and administrative roles, including a District Commissioner (DC) and a Branch Executive Committee.
Prospective branch founders should first contact the Alberta South Region Executive to discuss their interest and determine whether there is sufficient demand in the area. Regional representatives can provide guidance on the requirements, application process, governance structure, insurance considerations, and resources available to new branches.
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Once established, branches may offer riding instruction, stable management education, certifications, clinics, camps, competitions, and social activities tailored to the needs and interests of their members. Each branch operates independently while benefiting from the support, resources, and opportunities provided by both the Alberta South Region and the Canadian Pony Club.
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Creating a new branch is an opportunity to build a local equestrian community where young people can learn, develop confidence, make lasting friendships, and enjoy all aspects of Pony Club.
Interested in starting a branch? Contact the Alberta South Region Executive to learn more about the process and how we can help you bring Pony Club programming to your community.
Our riding centers can also teach the Canadian Pony Club program. So if you don't own your own horse of pony you can contact our riding centres to still be part of Pony Club and its world renowned program.
At the moment the Region does not have any connected riding centres. If you own a barn and are interested in providing the Pony Club programming to your clients, please reach out to us!
In the map below you find the locations where our branches host their riding lessons.