Pony Club International Virtual Quiz, NZ Team Selection 2026

The Pony Club International Alliance (PCIA) Virtual Quiz is an exciting international Horse Management competition connecting Pony Club members from around the world. Held every two years, the Virtual Quiz provides riders with the opportunity to test their knowledge, challenge themselves, and represent their country in a fun and engaging online format.

NZPCA will once again select a New Zealand team of four riders to compete in the 2026 PCIA Virtual Quiz. Team selection will take place through two online quiz rounds using Kahoot.

Selection Quiz Dates• Quiz 1, Tuesday 14 July 2026, 7.00 pm• Quiz 2, Thursday 16 July 2026, 7.00 pm

The top four overall scorers across the selection quizzes will be chosen to represent New Zealand.

Who Can Enter• Current NZPCA financial members aged 25 years and under• Recommended for members working at C+ certificate level and above• Suitable for riders with a strong interest in Horse Management and Pony Club knowledge• A great revision and learning opportunity for anyone wanting to further develop their understanding of Horse Management

Entry Information• Entry fee, $25 per participant• Entries close Wednesday 8 July 2026

For more information and entry details, please visit the NZPCA Events and Quiz pages or contact Kristine Jones at quiznpca@gmail.com.

Quiz

What is Quiz?

Quiz is a fun, engaging, and educational discipline that tests riders’ equestrian knowledge across a range of topics—from horse care and gear identification to rules, terminology, and team challenges. Whether it’s learning through Kahoot, solving word puzzles, or identifying tack and feeds, Quiz is a brilliant way to bring Pony Club learning to life—no horse required!

Why is it Important?

​​​​​​​Quiz develops confidence, teamwork, and deep equestrian understanding in a relaxed and playful environment. It supports riders of all ages and stages, is easy to deliver at Club level, and offers pathways to national and international opportunities, like our NZPCA Quiz Team’s recent experience at the PCIA International Quiz in 2024.

NZPCA is currently developing our own national Quiz rules and handbook to ensure alignment with Pony Club values, welfare standards, and future competition pathways.

In the interim, events will operate under the Australian Pony Club Quiz Rules and Handbook, with NZPCA-specific updates and guidance to follow once the national framework is complete.

Thank you for your patience as we build this discipline for our riders and coaches. Further updates will be published here as they become available.