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C Examinations Application — A day‑long, hands‑on riding assessment in Cromwell

A full‑day assessment with Lisa Fridd in Cromwell that tests riding and horse‑care readiness; this guide summarizes what to expect, what to bring, and the logistics candidates must satisfy.

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C Examinations Application — A day‑long, hands‑on riding assessment in Cromwell.

Duration

1hr 40mins

Location

Queenstown

Operator

A M Equestrian

Outing Highlights

THE EXAM

A focused, expert‑led riding assessment

This is an application assessment day where candidates showcase riding skills under the direction of Lisa Fridd; riders must have all line items signed off before the exam and be current AME Pony Club Centre members.

THE PREP

Horse care and travel form part of the test

The experience includes travel to Cromwell and hands‑on horse care before and after the assessment, making it a full‑day commitment beyond the riding itself.

THE LOGISTICS

Small groups, set fees and shared transport costs

Fees and logistics are compact but specific: a $20 examiner fee, $100 horse hire where required, a possible examiners' travel fee (~$20), and horse transport costs to be split (approximately $30–40).

What the day feels like

Expect a tightly structured day that blends travel, tack‑and‑horse preparation and focused assessment time with the examiner; it’s practical, hands‑on and demands that every preparatory checklist item be completed before arrival.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this assessment suits — and who it excludes.

Committed Pony Club CandidatesThis is designed for AME Pony Club Centre members who have completed preparatory line‑items and seek a formal sign‑off under an examiner.

Small‑group ridersThe assessment runs with small groups; candidates should be prepared for an intensive, instructor‑led evaluation and shared logistics.

Riders without completed sign‑offsNot suitable until every required line item is fully signed off — candidates missing sign‑offs will not be accepted on the exam date.

Non‑members or casual ridersThis is not appropriate for riders who are not current AME Pony Club Centre members; membership is a prerequisite for entry to the exam.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to bring

Candidates must bring regulation safety equipment: a red‑tagged regulation back protector and a yellow‑tagged helmet.

Mandatory safety gear

The back protector and helmet specifics are mandatory for the exam — ensure both have the correct tags on arrival.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

When and where is the assessment held?

The application assessment is scheduled for 6th December in Cromwell with Lisa Fridd.

What are the fees involved?

There is a $20 examiner fee; horse hire, where required, costs $100; an additional examiner travel fee may apply (approximately $20); horse transport costs are to be split and are approximately $30–40.

How long does the assessment take?

Durations vary by group size: for 1–2 candidates the listed duration is 2 hours 55 minutes, for 3–4 candidates 3 hours 50 minutes. (A separate listed duration of 1 hour 40 minutes also appears in the event details.)

Do I need to be a member to apply?

Yes — riders must be current AME Pony Club Centre members to take part in the exam.

What paperwork or preparation is required beforehand?

All line items must be fully signed off before the candidate’s exam date; candidates will receive the detailed itinerary by email upon acceptance to the exam date.

Is horse transport arranged?

Horse transport costs are shared among participants (approx $30–40); transport arrangements and cost‑splitting are part of the logistics candidates should expect.