Club Details
Address
119 Burnt Store Rd, Lardner VIC 3821
Website
https://www.facebook.com/WarragulPonyClub/about
Zone
West Gippsland Zone
Club Offerings
Warragul Pony Club is a family-focused club in the West Gippsland Zone of Pony Club Victoria, based at 119 Burnt Store Road in Lardner, on the outskirts of Warragul. Set in the picturesque dairy country of Baw Baw Shire, the club is known for its warm, supportive approach to riding — a dedicated group of families who genuinely enjoy spending time with horses together.
Warragul’s genuine strengths lie in its inclusiveness and its connection to the broader local equestrian community. The club offers a “Riders Without Horses” membership option — making Pony Club accessible for children who love horses but don’t yet have their own — and regularly partners with neighbouring clubs and Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) for joint activity days, bringing the wider West Gippsland riding community together on the one ground. That culture of openness also extends to rally days themselves, with a rotating variety of qualified instructors each month ensuring riders of all levels get fresh perspectives and well-matched coaching.
The club also has a track record of producing riders who progress well beyond club level. Warragul alumni have represented the West Gippsland Zone as Dressage Young Ambassadors and gone on to competitive careers in dressage — evidence that the family culture at Warragul doesn’t come at the expense of competitive development. Warragul is a great fit for families in Warragul, Drouin, Lardner, Neerim South, Longwarry, Buln Buln, Ellinbank, Yarragon, Darnum, Trafalgar, and the wider West Gippsland area.
What we offer
- Monthly rallies with a rotating variety of qualified instructors across all levels
- A “Riders Without Horses” option for children who love horses but don’t have their own
- Proficiency certificate training and grading under the standard PCV program
- Joint activity days with neighbouring clubs (including Loch Nyora, Drouin) and Riding for the Disabled Association
- Annual Show Jumping competition and other club-run events
- Practical member support including on-site horse dentist visits scheduled through the club
- Pathways to West Gippsland Zone and state-level competition and ambassador programs
- A strong community of families, local sponsors, and volunteers
Agistment
Agistment isn’t offered on-site. Grounds are reserved for club rallies, events, and joint activity days. Get in touch for local recommendations in the Warragul and West Gippsland area.
Disciplines
Warragul follows the standard PCV program and supports a full range of disciplines:
- Dressage
- Show Jumping
- Cross Country
- Combined Training
- Mounted Games
- Theory, grooming, and horsemanship
- Certificates, camps, and clinics
FAQs
Riding memberships are for those under 25 (juniors under 17, seniors 17-24). Adults 25+ can join as supporters, coaches, or officials.
Fees vary by club but are around $200-300 annually for riding members, including national and state levies. Contact your club for precise quotes, as they add local fees for facilities and activities.
No! Many clubs offer "Riders Without Horses" options or shared horses for rallies for those without equine ownership.
Membership provides personal accident insurance (up to certain limits) and public liability coverage for approved Pony Club activities, but it doesn't cover horse veterinary costs.
Yes, some clubs offer "Adult Riding Member" options for those 25+, but it's less common—check with your club. Most adults participate as supporters or coaches.
Membership renewals open in June via JustGo. Clubs may offer prorated fees for mid-year joins, but full benefits start January 1.
PCV welcomes beginners! Start with Come & Try days and progress through certificates (D to A levels) for skill development.