Club Membership Information.
Membership Fees
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• $ 230 - Senior Rider ( Vouchers can be used towards membership) • $ 125 - Junior Rider • $ 45 - Non Rider • $ 65 - Associate Member (Member of another HRCAV club) New members are welcome. Please provide two character references with your Membership Application |
To become a member please fill out the Membership Application Form and the Annual HRCAV Membership Disclaimer then post them to:
Secretary
Grampians Riding Club Inc.
PO Box 758,
ARARAT VIC 3377
Payment can be made either by Cheque, Cash or Direct Deposit:
Cheques Payable to: Grampians Riding Club Inc.
Direct Deposit / EFT: Grampians Riding Club Inc.
BSB: 033 201
Acc No. 169268
Please quote your name as the reference & include a copy of your receipt with your membership form.
PLEASE NOTE: The HRCAV Membership Disclaimer is very important and we cannot accept membership without it.
Membership fees are due annually on 31 October. These fees cover your insurance and the HRCAV levies. A membership card is issued to all members, even those not intending to compete. Performance cards are issued for those who want to compete in official HRCAV events.
Club rally day format:
Club rally days are held on the third Sunday of the month.
• Proper gear includes Approved helmets, riding boots with heels, bits. See in club shed for list of approved HRCAV equipment.
• Enjoy a social lunch.
Gear your ride in consideration of:
• Novice riders (young and old!)
• Green horses
• Condition of your horse
• Ground conditions
• Proper distance between horses Please be courteous and friendly to everyone visiting or using club grounds. Avoid actions that may
frighten or anger other members or their horses. Remember that less experienced riders and / or green horses may need more room
to maneuver and may be more easily frightened when being passed.
The most important thing to remember when riding in a group is to pay attention to the other riders and be courteous. Accidents can happen easily when riders have their eyes down and aren't paying attention to the others. Also remember to tell the others what you plan on doing; when in doubt call ‘heads upl’
Passing:
• When passing another rider call ‘passing’ or ‘heads up’ to make them aware.
• Never pass within two metres of another horse;
• If you are passing someone coming from the opposite direction (head on), pass left shoulder to left shoulder
(stay well to the Inside / outside - keep distance between you);
• Don’t cut people off or run up their backsides! Leave at least two horses distance between you;
• If you're too close, perform a 10 metre circle to create distance then return to the track (but don't cut off another rider riding behind you!)
OR, look around the arena and ride into an empty space; • Don’t ride directly at another horse! Moving off the track:
• When executing figures keep your eyes up and be aware of what others are doing around you Try to get a section of the ring to yourself;
• If you are walking while other people are trotting or cantering, stay off the track (more towards the centre of the ring) so they don't have to
ride around you. Changing Direction:
• You should turn towards the middle of the ring and make a half circle;
• It is acceptable, and sometimes more practical, to cut across the ring, diagonal, or make a tear drop shape;
• When tracking in the opposite direction of everyone else, pass left shoulder to left shoulder;
• When changing direction with the group in a tight space, follow the person in front of you through their turn so no one gets cut off;
• Don't ride directly at another horse! Jumping:
Walking Out:
• It is polite to wait for your instructor to dismiss you before leaving your lesson;
• Pay attention to those who are still riding and keep out of their way - stay on the inside of the track! Run up your stirrups, take your reins over the horse's head, loosen your girth a couple of holes, walk next to their neck / head, not in front of them;.
Dressage Competitions:
• Follow basic rules of etiquette when warming-up amongst others;
• Respect riders’ rights whilst competing, maintain 10 metre distance from operating dressage arenas;
• Try to be quiet and respectful whilst near operating dressage arenas; the judges and riders don’t need to hear you gossiping!
• When you present to the judge, say hello, and tell them your name, back number and horse’s name.
• You should do the same when presenting to the gear checker;
• Remember - you are representing your club as well as yourself when out competing!
Lunging:
• Lunging must be done so that it does not disturb riders. Do not crack the lunge whip! This is disturbing to other horses and riders.
Club rally day format:
Club rally days are held on the third Sunday of the month.
• Proper gear includes Approved helmets, riding boots with heels, bits. See in club shed for list of approved HRCAV equipment.
• Enjoy a social lunch.
Gear your ride in consideration of:
• Novice riders (young and old!)
• Green horses
• Condition of your horse
• Ground conditions
• Proper distance between horses Please be courteous and friendly to everyone visiting or using club grounds. Avoid actions that may
frighten or anger other members or their horses. Remember that less experienced riders and / or green horses may need more room
to maneuver and may be more easily frightened when being passed.
The most important thing to remember when riding in a group is to pay attention to the other riders and be courteous. Accidents can happen easily when riders have their eyes down and aren't paying attention to the others. Also remember to tell the others what you plan on doing; when in doubt call ‘heads upl’
Passing:
• When passing another rider call ‘passing’ or ‘heads up’ to make them aware.
• Never pass within two metres of another horse;
• If you are passing someone coming from the opposite direction (head on), pass left shoulder to left shoulder
(stay well to the Inside / outside - keep distance between you);
• Don’t cut people off or run up their backsides! Leave at least two horses distance between you;
• If you're too close, perform a 10 metre circle to create distance then return to the track (but don't cut off another rider riding behind you!)
OR, look around the arena and ride into an empty space; • Don’t ride directly at another horse! Moving off the track:
• When executing figures keep your eyes up and be aware of what others are doing around you Try to get a section of the ring to yourself;
• If you are walking while other people are trotting or cantering, stay off the track (more towards the centre of the ring) so they don't have to
ride around you. Changing Direction:
• You should turn towards the middle of the ring and make a half circle;
• It is acceptable, and sometimes more practical, to cut across the ring, diagonal, or make a tear drop shape;
• When tracking in the opposite direction of everyone else, pass left shoulder to left shoulder;
• When changing direction with the group in a tight space, follow the person in front of you through their turn so no one gets cut off;
• Don't ride directly at another horse! Jumping:
Walking Out:
• It is polite to wait for your instructor to dismiss you before leaving your lesson;
• Pay attention to those who are still riding and keep out of their way - stay on the inside of the track! Run up your stirrups, take your reins over the horse's head, loosen your girth a couple of holes, walk next to their neck / head, not in front of them;.
Dressage Competitions:
• Follow basic rules of etiquette when warming-up amongst others;
• Respect riders’ rights whilst competing, maintain 10 metre distance from operating dressage arenas;
• Try to be quiet and respectful whilst near operating dressage arenas; the judges and riders don’t need to hear you gossiping!
• When you present to the judge, say hello, and tell them your name, back number and horse’s name.
• You should do the same when presenting to the gear checker;
• Remember - you are representing your club as well as yourself when out competing!
Lunging:
• Lunging must be done so that it does not disturb riders. Do not crack the lunge whip! This is disturbing to other horses and riders.
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