By Sally Wiseman, PCA Participation & Development Manager
As we continue to strengthen coach development and education pathways across Pony Club Australia, there are several exciting initiatives taking shape in 2026 – including the launch of our renewed PCA Academy and growing momentum for CANTER CON.
PCA Academy launches with first online course
We are proud to officially relaunch the PCA Academy — Pony Club Australia’s dedicated online learning platform that will progressively bring our education and professional development resources together in one central, accessible space.
The Academy has been designed as a long-term initiative to strengthen education across our community. Over time, it will house learning opportunities for coaches, riders, officials and members, creating a streamlined pathway for professional development and lifelong learning.
We are excited to launch the first course in the renewed platform: the PCA Preliminary Coach – Written Course. This course supports aspiring coaches in developing the knowledge and understanding required to take the next step in their accreditation journey.
In addition, members can access the extensive Australian Sports Commission free online learning library, providing high-quality resources across safeguarding, integrity, leadership, coaching and more.
Accessing the PCA Academy is simple — log into your JustGo profile and click on the PCA Academy tile to begin.
This is just the beginning, and we look forward to continuing to expand the Academy in the months ahead.
CANTER CON 2026 – Tickets Opening Soon
Excitement is building for CANTER CON 2026, with tickets set to open shortly for this national coaching conference uniting Pony Club Australia, Equestrian Australia and Riding for the Disabled Australia.
Taking place at Melbourne Showgrounds on 25–26 July 2026, CANTER CON has been created specifically for coaches who want to connect, learn and feel part of a broader equestrian coaching network.
CANTER stands for:
Coaching
Advancement through
Networking
Training
Education and
Relationships
The two-day event will feature industry leaders, practical workshops and interactive sessions designed to strengthen coaching skills and foster collaboration across pathways.
Coaches are encouraged to register their interest now to receive early access to ticket releases, presenter announcements and priority booking for limited-capacity workshops.
