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MEMBERSHIP How old do I have to be to join a riding club?
Members must be aged at least 17 years of age to join a riding club. There is no upper limit.
How do I join a club?
Firstly, find a club appropriate to you by clicking on the Regions Map page of the A.I.R.C. website. Select a region and choose a club suitable to your needs from the list which appears.
Secondly, contact the club secretary for further information on your chosen club such as club interests, location, etc. If you cannot decide, contact the regional secretary or A.I.R.C. Head Office where we will be delighted to assist you wherever possible in choosing a suitable club.
How much is it to join a club?
Each Riding Club is self governing and prices vary from club to club.
Can I join more than one club?
Yes, you can be a member of more than one club but you can only represent one club in a calendar year. You will only register with A.I.R.C. for the club you wish to represent in the calendar year.
MEMBERSHIP CARDS Do I need my membership card to participate in riding club activities?
Yes, you must be in possession of your membership card to participate in any riding club activity.
I've lost my membership card, what should I do?
You will need to get a replacement membership card otherwise you will be unable to participate in riding club activities.
Send a replacement passport size photograph along with €6.50 to A.I.R.C. Head Office enclosing a note saying that you need a replacement card. You must include your name, address and club details. A replacement card will issued once this has been received.
GRADING How are my grades determined?
The grading of a member is determined by the club you chose to join. There are set guidelines laid down in the A.I.R.C. for the purposes of grading members such as equestrian exams completed, membership of other equestrian organisation, relevant experience, etc.
I want to upgrade, what should I do?
You will need to contact your club secretary who will discuss your grade changes at club committee level. If your club committee approves your grading changes, they will propose your changes at a regional committee meeting.
Once the regional committee approves your grade changes, your club secretary will need to send your card, along with the €6.50 fee for changing cards, to AIRC Head Office. If the regional committee do not approve your changes, then you must remain at your current grades.
I want to downgrade, what should I do?
You will need to contact your club secretary who will discuss your grade changes at club committee level. If your club committee approves your grading changes, they will propose your changes at a regional committee meeting.
Once the regional committee approves your grade changes, your club secretary will need to send your card, along with the €6.50 fee for changing cards, to AIRC Head Office. If the regional committee do not approve your changes, then you must remain at your current grades.
COMPETITIONS Do I need my membership card to compete in riding club events?
Yes, under the rules of the A.I.R.C. you will not be allowed to compete without producing your membership card on the day of the show, if requested.
Can I compete at a grade different to that on my membership card?
You may only compete, in competitions, at the grade stated on your membership card unless the class clearly indicates that riders of a certain grade are eligible to enter.
You may not compete at a higher grade until your membership card has been changed (See grading for more information on upgrading and downgrading). If you compete in a grade lower than what your card states; you must compete hors concours for the remainder of the show. |
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