Welcome to the State of California (Cal-State) Pony of Americas Club Website!
Jump to the Upcoming Events Page for more details on our 2008 season.
What is the Cal-State POAC?
The Cal-State Pony of the Americas Club is under the umbrella of The Pony of the Americas Club, Inc, a national organization dedicated to the breeding, showing and promotion of this uniquely American pony. The Club offers its membership a yearly season of Nationally approved POA shows where ponies and their riders can compete for local, Regional and National points and awards. Through meetings, events and the Cal-State NewsFlash, club members can communicate, keep abreast of club happenings and remain informed about State and National affairs. Cal-State shows have a relaxed, supportive, family oriented atmosphere where young riders can develop horsemanship, responsibility, dedication and sportsmanship skills along side their friends.
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What is a POA?
POAs (Pony of the Americas) are Appaloosa colored ponies which were originally developed in the 1950s by a group of forward-looking horsemen from the mid-west who realized there was a need for a breed of large pony for children who had outgrown Shetlands but were not ready for full-sized horses. POAs have come a long way since then. The modern POA looks and moves like a small horse, with Quarter Horse type bodies, refined heads and one of seven Appaloosa coat patterns. They're bred to be quieter, sturdier and more tractable for the younger or beginning rider, though they can be highly competitive for the advanced rider as well. The POA organization has grown, and there are over 42,000 registered POAs in the United States and around the world. The Registry allows heights from 46" to 56", so many of today's POAs are 13 to 14 hands high and can easily carry an adult. A pony must show Appaloosa coloring to be eligible to compete at POA sanctioned events, but the Registry has a breeding stock division, and a hardship clause for grade ponies who meet height and coloration requirements.