2015 PCAWA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
PPMG - RIDER APPLICATION FORM
NAME OF RIDER
ADDRESS
PHONE
EMAIL ADDRESS
DATE OF BIRTH
AGE AS AT JANUARY 1ST
NAME OF PONY CLUB
RALLIES ATTENDED IN
YEAR FIRST JOINED PCAWA
PREVIOUS 12 MTHS
NO OF YEARS AT CURRENT
CLUB
PREVIOUS CLUBS
CERTIFICATE/S HELD
NAME OF HORSE/S
HEIGHT
AGE
DRESSAGE
EVENTING
SHOWJUMPING
ARE YOU ALSO COMPETING:
We, the undersigned, do hereby declare that the above named Horse and Rider combinations are COMPETENT and have
completed at least three (3) performances at the Standard Required:
PPMG
Members
(See Selection Criteria) Associate
(Signed- Compulsory) CLUB SECRETARY/PRESIDENT
RETURN BY
st
May 1 , 2015.
Juniors will not have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January 2015.
Seniors 16 and under 26 (year in which a rider obtains 25 years of age
(Signed – Compulsory) CLUB COACH COORDINATOR
RETURN TO
PCAWA , State Equestrian Centre,
303 Cathedral Avenue BRIGADOON WA. 6069 or Email to
nationals@pcawa.com. Fax 92961545
PCAWA SQUAD FOR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2015
September 28th – October 4th, Murray Bridge, SA.
Applications for the 2015 National Championship should be made by 1st May 2015.
This Championship will be held in South Australia in late September 2015. State team members will be selected from
riders who apply and we require members who are aiming to compete at this level to maintain Performance Diaries
which will be required to be submitted by July 3rd for selections to take place on July 6th.
Please be advised PCA have released the General Regulations and discipline Rules for the 2015 PCA Champs, see link
below.
From the General Regulations released 5/3/15 please note:
 Riders may participate in Dressage and one (1) other discipline. (This does not include Mounted Games, please
see the ruling for this discipline).
 The ruling of one horse one rider, one rider one horse applies in all these disciplines.
 Riders may participate in one Jumping Discipline and either the Tetrathlon or Dressage
 Competitors may only have one mount for all of the Championship discipline competitions of Eventing,
Dressage, Jumping and Tetrathlon.
 Mounted Games: The timetable does not allow athletes who compete in Mounted Games to compete in any
other discipline except the Tetrathlon. The same horse must be used by the same rider if this is the case
With regards to Horse Biosecurity please note the following taken from the “PCA Biosecurity Policy for 2015
Competitions” released 5/3/15:
FOR THIS EVENT:
1. All horses must be accompanied by a completed Horse event participation declaration (HEPD) form. This must be
handed to event managers at registration.
2. All horses are recommended to have a current vaccination status with respect to Equine Strangles disease and
Tetanus.
3. All horses that are originating (where they normally reside/compete/train) from NSW, and QLD MUST have a current
vaccination status for HEV (HENDRA VIRUS) VACCINATION. Horses from NSW, and QLD must have completed a 2
injection HEV Vaccine course within 42 days to 6 months prior to the start of the competition. Horses from NSW, and
QLD will have their HEV vaccination status checked against the National HEV Vaccination Registry. It is HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED THAT ALL OTHER HORSES are vaccinated against HEVdisease before coming to the event.
4. Any sick horses may be isolated or removed from the contact with other horses.
To view the full documents please click on links below or see the Nationals page on the PCAWA Website
Rules for Nationals 2015 @ South Australia
Horse Biosecurity Policy for 2015 Competitors
SELECTION CRITERIA
GENERAL CRITERIA
The following general criteria apply to all disciplines when selecting combinations for the National team.
 Riders must be a current financial member of PCAWA.
 Member riders must have C certificate (by June 29th, 2015)
 Associate riders must have C* or K certificate (by June 29th, 2015)
 Riders must have demonstrated fitness, rider experience and the ability to develop and maintain a consistent
training program to the satisfaction of the Head Coach.
 Horse must be sound and fit to compete.
 Each PPMG team will consist of a total of five riders and all other discipline teams will consist of a total of 6
riders.
 Riders must demonstrate an acceptable level of behaviour, citizenship and horsemastership.
 PCA and PCAWA Codes of Conduct must be signed before inclusion into the National team.
 Horse and Rider combinations must have completed three (3) rallies, two (2) of which must be held at own
club within the last 12 months.(From May 2014 to May 2015)
 For Dressage, Showjumping and Eventing:
In the 6 months prior to competition riders must be able to demonstrate skills at a minimum of 3 events at the
appropriate level.
COMPETITION CRITERIA
Competition criteria are a guide to minimum performance required for consideration by selectors for inclusion on the
National team.
ACTIVE RIDING:
1. Must have attended three rallies on horse/rider combination
2. Horse/Rider combination to have competed in at least PPMG Semi Final competition.
3. Must attend Squad training days.
4. Must be available for selection on Selection Day, date TBA.
COMPULSORY
Riders from all disciplines (Except Active Riding) are required to keep a Performance Diary that must be
completed and submitted to the PCAWA Office by July 3 rd. You can download a Diary from the Nationals
page of the PCAWA Website.
PART B: CODES OF BEHAVIOUR
PONY CLUB AUSTRALIA INC.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL RIDERS, COACHES, MANAGERS AND OR CHAPERONES
CODE OF CONDUCT
PREAMBLE
The prime objective of National and International Competitions is the meeting, exchange of views and better
understanding between Pony Club members from Countries taking part and the broadening of the scope of
the Pony Club movement. Good sportsmanship, team spirit and the ability to cheerfully participate in all
activities planned by the host Country or the host family is of paramount importance when representing the
Pony Club of Australia Inc...
1. All riders, coaches, managers and or chaperones representing Pony Club Australia (PCA) in Australia
or overseas must comply with PCA Policies including the Member Protection Policy, the Anti Doping
Policy and the attached Alcohol and Smoking Policies for International riders, coaches, managers and
or chaperones.
2. Disciplinary action may be taken against a person who is found in breach of any of the Policies and or
Codes of Conduct may also result in disqualification of the individual rider or the team.
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PONY CLUB AUSTRALIA INC. & PCAWA Inc.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL RIDERS, COACHES, MANAGERS
STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE
This document is to be read and signed by every rider, coach, manager and or chaperone selected to
represent the PCA or PCAWA in or at an International or National event.
Please sign this three page document and return to PCAWA Headquarters.
I, …………………………………...................………………… (print name), as a representative, of PCAWA or the PCA at an
International/ National event, acknowledge that I have read and understand the attached Code of
Conduct and undertake to comply with the requirements contained in this document and as defined
in all other PCAWA and PCA policies.
SIGNATURE OF RIDER ................................................................................................................
DATE:
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NAME OF PARENT/GUARDIAN
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SIGNATURE OF PARENT/GUARDIAN ..................................................................................................
(if rider is under 18)
DATE:
Please Note:
As from 22nd March 2009, any member representing the PCA having been found NOT to have upheld the
‘Aims and Objectives’ of Pony Club or to have been in breach of the PCA ‘Code of Conduct’, will NOT be
considered for selection in future International/National Events .
Date of Issue: March 2009
Date of Review: May 2012
PONY CLUB AUSTRALIA INC. /PCAWA Inc.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL RIDERS, COACHES, MANAGERS AND OR CHAPERONES
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR ALL MEMBERS
Members should be aware of the Aims and Objectives of Pony Club in Australia, these are:
I
To encourage young people to ride and learn to enjoy all approved kinds of sport connected with
horses and riding;
ii
To provide instruction in riding and horsemanship and to instill in members the proper care of their
animals; and
iii
To promote the highest ideals of fellowship, citizenship and loyalty, and to cultivate strength of
character and self-discipline
Members should also be aware that:
i
Pony Club is a youth movement and has always maintained a high standard of behaviour and
presentation;
ii
when representing Pony Club in any shape or form, their behaviour must never compromise, bring
into disrepute or embarrass the Pony Club Association;
iii
they are ambassadors of the PCA and their actions will reflect upon everyone, including members or
teams representing the PCA in future International and or National events; and
iv
they should be proud of their involvement in the Pony Club movement and in their Pony Club
uniform.
Date of Issue: March 2009
Date of Review: May 2012
PONY CLUB OF AUSTRALIA INC.
& PCAWA Inc
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL RIDERS, COACHES, MANAGERS AND OR CHAPERONES
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR RIDERS
Riders come under the supervision of the Coach, Manager and or Chaperone from the time they leave their
home state until they return, during this time riders are expected to behave appropriately at all times and to
obey instructions and or directions given by either the Coach, Manager or Chaperone.
1.
2.
3.
3.
4.
5.
Ride by the rules.
Never argue with an official. If you disagree, have your Team Manager approach the official during a
break or after the competition.
Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials and sledging other players, deliberately distracting or
provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted behaviours in any sport.
The use of bad or abusive language may entail disqualification from any event.
Work equally hard for yourself and/or your team. Your team’s performance will benefit, so will you:
i
treat all participants in your sport as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair
advantage of another competitor.
iii
cooperate with your coach, team-mates and opponents.
iv
respects the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability,
cultural background or religion.
A high standard of behaviour is essential and specifically includes:
i
compliance with PCA policies; the Member Protection Policy, Alcohol Policy, Anti Doping
Policy and Smoke Free Policy;
ii
no use or possession of recreational or illicit drugs;
iii
no sexual liaisons, physical aggression or assault;
iv
no theft or vandalising of facilities or property;
v
no leaving a billet or group without permission;
vi
no cruel actions or abuse of horses;
vii
the official uniform is to be worn when representing PCA and at all times as directed by the
Coach Manager or Chaperone;
viii
no rider is to be a passenger in a vehicle driven by a person under 18 years of age.
Should a rider experience any difficulties while staying with a host family, it is important that they
advise their Coach, Manager or Chaperone or immediately.
Failure by a rider to comply with the above Code of Conduct may result in him/her being dismissed from
the team and required to return to their home state immediately.
Parents, Guardians or Riders aged 18 yrs and over, will be responsible for any additional costs incurred
should a rider be required to return home prior to the scheduled departure date.
Date of Issue: March 2009
Date of Review: May 2012