TETRATHLON

Ride. Run. Swim. Shoot.

Tetrathlon is an exciting Pony Club discipline that combines four phases to test all-round ability, fitness, horsemanship and determination.

RIDE

Showing jumping and/or cross country with 2 gate obstacles

RUN

Speed and endurance over distances set for each age group 

SWIM

Timed swim over distances set for each age group

SHOOT

Laser pistol shooting - accuracy and composure under pressure

GROWING TETRATHLON IN NEW ZEALAND

NZPCA is working to grow Tetrathlon nationally and create more opportunities for members.

Our aims include:

  • Introductory Club and Region activities
  • Regional training opportunities
  • Pathways to national competitions
  • Preparation for future international exchanges

GETTING STARTED

Clubs can introduce Tetrathlon gradually using the faclitities and expertise available.

Possible starting activities:

  • Run & swim biathlon
  • Ride & Run competition
  • Ride, Run & Shoot triathlon
  • Ride, Run & Swim triathlon
  • Introductory laser pistol sessions
  • Full four-phase tetrathlon
  • Individual, pairs or team events

HELP WITH SHOOTING & EQUIPMENT

Contact New Zealand Pentathlon Multisport for advice, equipment loans and shooting support.

Website: New Zealand Pentathlon Multisport (Aotearoa) – Modern Pentathlon

Contact: Andrew Collings

Phone: 021 025 89605

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Tetrathlon provides international opportunities through the Pony Club International Alliance.  In 2026, NZ attended the PCIA International Tetrathlon Exchange in Australia competing alongside teams from Australia, Ireland, the UK and the USA.

The experience demonstrated the potential of NZ riders and reinforced the importance of developing regular Tetrathlon training and competition opportunities at home.

EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST

Let us know you'd like to be involved!

Email: training@nzpca.org

- Photos from Tetrathlon PCIA Exchange - 2026 Australia

RULES & RESOURCES

NZPCA is currently developing our own national Tetrathlon 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 Tetrathlon 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.