Adventure, fun and friendship starts with ponies
We are proud to be an official BHS Pony Stars Junior Challenge Awards Approved Centre. We deliver The British Horse Society (BHS) programme which aims to help under 12s discover, develop, and nurture their love for ponies and the outdoors. With over 100 topics for children to explore, Pony Stars will ignite a passion for ponies, build knowledge and cement friendships that will last a lifetime.
As part of the programme, each child will receive their very own My Challenge Book to log their achievements which takes around 12-18 months to complete. With four key groups, Pony Stars enables long-term progression with a range of activities that will develop knowledge, skills, and self-confidence. To download the full syllabus for each group visit bhs.org.uk/ponystars
Shetland
Striders
Shetland Striders will work towards badges that will develop their passion for caring for all animals, wildlife, people and the environment, and develop skills like handling ponies and which build confidence. They will work through topics within six themes which can be completed in any order to suit their individual preferences.
Level: Beginners
Age: 3-6yrs
Time: 1:30pm -3.30pm
Days: 3rd Saturday of the month
Price: £40.00 per session.
£30.00 for the Shetland Striders pack, badges, bag and rosette (only needs to be purchased once)
Dartmoor Dazzlers
Dartmoor Dazzlers will try new things as they learn about how to look after ponies and have a deeper understanding of animal welfare and responsibility. Their riding will progress as they begin to discover how much more fun there is to be had with their riding.
Level: Beginners off lead rein
Age: 6-8yrs
Time: 1:30pm -3.30pm
Days: 3rd Saturday of the month
Price: £40.00 per session.
£30.00 for the Dartmoor Dazzler pack, badges, bag and rosette (only needs to be purchased once)
Welshie Whizzers
Welshie Whizzers will understand the responsibility in caring for horses and ponies all year round – ensuring happy, healthy ponies. They will also begin to explore issues they really care about and know how to use their voice and actions to make a real difference.
Level: Novice trot off Lead rein
Age: 8-10yrs
Time: 10.30am- 12:30pm
Days: 3rd Saturday of the month
Price: £40.00 per session
£30.00 for the Welshie Whizzer pack, badges, bag and rosette (only needs to be purchased once)
Connemara Champs
Connemara Champs will be more independent with their ability to ride, handle and work around ponies. They will have developed a range of riding skills through fun activities and be considerate to their pony’s comfort by learning about tack fit and care.
Level: Novice Trot and Canter
Age:10-12yrs
Time: 10.30am-12:30pm
Days: 3rd Saturday of the month
Price: £40.00 per session
£30.00 for the Connemara Champs pack, badges, bag and rosette (only needs to be purchased once)
- Pony Stars will run on the 3rd Sat of the month.
- There will be a set topic each week.
- You do not need to be a member.
- Books are to be purchased separately.
- No need for uniform.