Canterbury MGA Swinging Pairs
Saturday 9th May 2026
Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
9.30am briefing - Just enter yourself and one pony and there will be a draw for the pairs.
Following the first session there will be a complimentary Sauasage Sizzle followed by the 2nd session and prize giving, estimated finish 2pm depending on numbers.
Entry fee: $25 includes ground fee
Please pay into CMGA Account 03 0830 0641237 00 with family name and swingingpairs
Entries close: Sunday the 3rd of May
Recycled ribbons and confectionary as prizes.
Any queries please contact Sue Shanks trents@xtra.co.nz or 021803860
ENTER HERE
Canterbury MGA to NZ Nationals, Hastings 2026
A very successful week for our Canterbury MGA riders.
Pairs Teams
Under 15 - Courtney Ashton 3rd 4th
Emelia Sutton 3rd
Under 18 - Georgis Lewis 6th
Sam Partington Reserve Champion Champion
Opens - Katie Tuttiet 1st B final Champion
Luci Shanks Champion Champion
Sam Partington 1st B final Champion
Veteran - Sue Zydenbos 3rd Champion
Sue Shanks 3rd Champion
Seniors - Katie Tuttiet 5th
Congratulations to all our riders and support crew, a massive week and big travel with all the ususal ferry dramas, but wonderful camaraderie and new friendships.
NEWS
Canterbury Mounted Games Association
Canterbury Open, Under 18 and Novice Teams
Saturday & Sunday 14 & 15 March 2026
Trents Estate, Prebbleton
Programme: Click here
Canterbury MGA Individuals Championships Competition
Sunday 16th November 2025
Trents Estate, 150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
MGA members $25 Non-members $35
Ground fee $5
Entries close: Sunday 9th November
Enter: HERE
Programme: Click here
Previous News Updates from Front Page
November 2025
Canterbury MGA Individuals Championships Competition
Sunday 16th November 2025
Trents Estate, 150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
MGA members $25 Non-members $35
Ground fee $5
Entries close: Sunday 9th November
Enter: HERE
Programme: Click here
September 2025
Canterbury MGA Spring Pairs
Saturday and Sunday 13th and 14th September 2025
Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
MGA members $25 non-members $35
(No charge for 2nd ponies in training)
Camping and pony paddocks no charge
Entries close Wednesday 10th September
Enter here
Canterbury MGA Spring Training and Mini Pairs Comp
Sunday 7th of September 2025
Venue: Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
Coaching: We are excited to have some of our own experienced Open and Under 18 riders who have competed successfully both in NZ and overseas.
This clinic will be very beneficial for all ages and abilities and will help set riders and ponies up for the season. New games riders welcome.
The format will be:
9.30am Coaching session for riders less experienced or new to games, or on green ponies. This will be a slower session.
11am Training sessions for our experienced riders getting their ponies out or continuing training. Some of our coaches will be on their ponies as well.
12.15pm Lunch
1pm Pairs Competition - we can match you up with someone. 1 heat of 10 races, numbers permitting.
2pm finish.
MGA Members $25
Non-MGA Members $35
Ground Fee included
BBQ lunch included
Enter HERE
July 2025
Canterbury MGA Annual General Meeting
7:30 pm Wednesday 3 September 2025 at:
The Bridge Restaurant & Bar, 579 Springs Road, Prebbleton, Christchurch 7604.
This will be followed by a Committee Meeting. An Agenda will be circulated beforehand.
Membership is now due for the 2025/2026 Season from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026. The Fees are:
Riding Member: $100 Non-riding member: $45
Note that everyone under 18 years needs to have a Non-Riding or Riding Member guardian, who also needs to fill out the Form and pay the Fee.
Here is the link to the Form:
Please make payment to:
Bank Account number: 03 0830 0641237 00
Bank Account name: Canterbury Mounted Games Association Inc
Please use family name and the word “Membership” as your reference.
April 2025
CMGA Awards 2025
Vote for your favourites!🤩
https://forms.gle/ob3gFetv2BHFCg7S7
Canterbury MGA Swinging Pairs
Sunday 30th March 2025
Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
10am start - Just enter yourself and one pony and there will be a draw for the pairs.
Following the first session there will be a complimentary Sauasage Sizzle followed by the 2nd session and an early BBQ dinner at Shanks residence.
Entry fee: $20 includes ground fee please pay into CMGA Account 03 0830 0641237 00 with family name and swingingpairs
Entries close: Wednesday the 26th of March
Recycled ribbons and confectionary as prizes.
BYO: Drinks and food to share for BBQ or dessert
Your togs if you want to swim
Any queries please contact Sue Shanks trents@xtra.co.nz or 021803860
ENTER HERE:
Programme: Click here
February 2025
Canterbury MGA Hi Points Pairs Series
Round Two
Saturday and Sunday 15th and 16th February 2023
Trents Estate
150 Trents Rd, Prebbleton
Spectators WELCOME!!
Enter HERE
Entries close Sunday 8th February
Programme: Click here
January 2025
South Island Summer Camp 2025
Hosted by Canterbury MGA
Thursday 9th and Friday 10th January 2025
Courtney A&P Grounds
Kirwee
All riders at any level welcome
- Thursday 9th January 6pm: Pony Club Rally - Open to all Pony Club members
- Thursday and Friday 9th & 10th January: Coaching sessions.
- Saturday 11th January: Canterbury Teams Championship and Canterbury MGA Under 18 / Novice Teams Competition (for Under 18 or Novice riders or those with 2nd ponies or pony club teams).
- Sunday 12th: Team finals and prize giving.
Entries close: Sunday 29th December 2024
Enter HERE
Programme: Click here
Followed by:
CMGA Canterbury Team Championships 2025
Open, Under 18 & Novice Classes
Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th January 2025
Courtney A&P Grounds
Kirwee
Entry fee:
· MGA members $25 Non-members $35
Ground fees:
· Ground Fee - $5 per pony per day
· Camping - $5 p.p per day
Classes (ages are as at 1 July 2024):
Open (any age) Under 18 years Novice
Entries Close: Sunday 5th January
Enter HERE
Programme: Click here
Late entries accepted to fill heats and a late fee of $10 will apply.
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “teams 2025" as reference.
CAMP MEALS - ORDER HERE
December 2024
Canterbury MGA Xmas Fun Mixed Teams
Saturday 21st December 2024
Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
10am start - Mounted Fun and Games followed by Secret Santa and Lunch at the Shanks residence.
We will allocate each entrant into a team of 4 or 5 consisting of one rider from each class where possible.
Entry fee: No charge. Merry Xmas from CMGA!!
Ground Fee: No charge Merry Xmas from John and Sue
Entries close: Wednesday the 18th of December
*** Fancy Dress Essential *** prize for best dressed team!
Recycled ribbons and confectionary as prizes.
BYO:
- A present for the Secret Santa - under $10
- Your togs if you want to swim
Any queries please contact Sue Shanks trents@xtra.co.nz or 021803860
Enter HERE
NZMGA WTC Trials hosted by Canterbury MGA
Saturday & Sunday 7 & 8 December 2024
Trents Estate, Prebbleton
Programme: Click here
November 2024
Canterbury MGA Individuals Championships Competition
Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th November 2024
Canterbury Park, Wigram
This event will be a major feature of The Christchurch Show on the Saturday, one of the major public days, in the main oval.
It will be videoed and screened in the main entertainment area on a huge screen. This is a wonderful opportunity for publicity for mounted games.
MGA members $25 Non-members $35
Ground fee is covered by Christchurch Show
Entries close: Sunday 10th November
Enter HERE
CMGA Competition and Training Dates 2024/25
August
25 CAPC Mega Rally
September
7 & 8 Spring Training
20 South Island Schools Pairs (run by CMGA)
21 & 22 Hi-Points Pairs – Round 1
22 Christchurch Pony Club Games
27 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
October
3 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
11 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
17 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
16 – 18 IMGA Nations Competition Turangi and Taupo
25 – 26 North vs South Kate Gutry Memorial Teams Event – NI
November
1 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
7 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
9 Zone 5 Games –via ASCNO
14 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
16 & 17 Canterbury Individuals Competition
21 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
23 & 24 TOTS MGA Pairs Competition at Nelson A & P
29 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
December
5 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
7 & 8 IMGA Worlds Trials Canterbury
15 Xmas Competition – Fun Mixed Teams
January
8 – 10 CMGA Camp
11 & 12 CMGA Teams Championship
17 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
20 – 24 NZPCA Championship Week SI – TBC
25 & 26 OMGA Pairs Palmerston – TBC
30 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
February
6 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
8 & 9 IMGA Nations Trials tbc
13 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
15 & 16 Hi-Points Pairs – Round 2
16 (pm) Prince Phillip Cup
21 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
March
3 – 8 HOY – NZMGA Pairs and Teams Championships
29 – 31 (Easter) NZMGA Individuals – TBC
*NZMGA Competitions
*Pony Club Events
*Otago and TOTS MGA comps regularly supported by CMGA members
October 2024
CMGA Competition and Training Dates 2024/25
August
25 CAPC Mega Rally
September
7 & 8 Spring Training
20 South Island Schools Pairs (run by CMGA)
21 & 22 Hi-Points Pairs – Round 1
22 Christchurch Pony Club Games
27 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
October
3 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
11 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
17 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
16 – 18 IMGA Nations Competition Turangi and Taupo
25 – 26 North vs South Kate Gutry Memorial Teams Event – NI
November
1 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
7 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
9 Zone 5 Games –via ASCNO
14 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
16 & 17 Canterbury Individuals Competition
21 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
23 & 24 TOTS MGA Pairs Competition at Nelson A & P
29 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
December
5 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
7 & 8 IMGA Worlds Trials Canterbury
15 Xmas Competition – Fun Mixed Teams
January
8 – 10 CMGA Camp
11 & 12 CMGA Teams Championship
17 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
20 – 24 NZPCA Championship Week SI – TBC
25 & 26 OMGA Pairs Palmerston – TBC
30 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
February
6 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
8 & 9 IMGA Nations Trials tbc
13 Thursday Training at Trents from 5pm
15 & 16 Hi-Points Pairs – Round 2
16 (pm) Prince Phillip Cup
21 Friday Training at Trents from 5pm
March
3 – 8 HOY – NZMGA Pairs and Teams Championships
29 – 31 (Easter) NZMGA Individuals – TBC
*NZMGA Competitions
*Pony Club Events
*Otago and TOTS MGA comps regularly supported by CMGA members
September 2024
Canterbury MGA Hi Points Pairs Series
Round One
Saturday and Sunday 21st and 22nd September 2024
Canterbury Park
MGA members $25 non-members $35
No charge for 2nd ponies in training or Nations loan ponies
Ground fee: $5 per pony per day
Camping $10 per person per night
Entries close Sunday 15th September
Enter HERE
Canterbury MGA Pre-Season Coaching
Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th of September 2024
Venue: Trents Vineyard
Coach: We are excited to have a very experienced open rider and excellent coach, Charlotte Robertson. Charlotte has competed successfully both in NZ and overseas.
This clinic will be very beneficial for all ages and abilities and will help set riders and ponies up for the season.
MGA Members $25 per session
Non-MGA Members $35 per session
Ground Fee $5 per pony
Entries close: Sunday 1st of September or when classes are full (max 4 per class).
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “coaching" as reference.
Enter HERE
Membership Form for the 2024/2025 Season is now available: Click here
Membership Fees are as follows:
Riding Member: $80 Non-riding member: $45
Note that everyone under 18 years needs to have a Non-Riding or Riding Member guardian who has also filled out the Form.
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and the word “Membership” as your reference.
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Canterbury MGA 2024 Award winners
CONGRATULATIONS to our 2024 CMGA Awards winners as voted by our members.
1. Most Improved/Consistent - Sue Robertson and Graham Smith Trophy: Mackenzie Rowlands & Georgia Lewis
2. Best Combination - Dwight Trophy donated by Jenn Bothwell and Ellen Jones: Luci Shanks & Annie
3. Most Outstanding Rider - CMGA Trophy: Sam Partington
4. Best Up and Coming Rider - Stewart Family Trophy: Mackenzie Rowlands
5. Best Games Pony - the Bobby Trophy donated by the Zydenbos Family: Max (Dustin Rowlands)
6. Sportsmanship Award - CMGA Trophy: Luci Shanks
7. Service to CMGA - CMGA Trophy: John Shanks
8. Development of a New Games Pony - Gutry Family Trophy: Ruby Stewart (Frankie)
9. Cutest Combination: Hayley Beswick & Snoopy
10. Most Spectacular Fall: Frida Peltzer at Training Comp and Worlds Trial
11. Naughtiest Pony: Bobby (Sam Partington)
2024-25 Competition Dates
August
25 CAPC Mega Rally
September
7 & 8 Spring Training
20 South Island Schools Pairs (run by CMGA)
21 & 22 Hi-Points Pairs – Round 1
22 Christchurch Pony Club Games
October
16 – 18 IMGA Nations Competition Turangi and Taupo
25 – 26 North vs South Kate Gutry Memorial Teams Event – NI
November
9 Zone 5 Games –via ASCNO
16 & 17 Canterbury Individuals
23 & 24 TOTS MGA Pairs Competition at Nelson A & P
December
7 & 8 IMGA Worlds Trials venue tbc
15 Xmas Competition – Fun Mixed Teams
January
8 – 10 CMGA Camp
11 & 12 CMGA Teams Championship
20 – 24 NZPCA Championship Week SI – TBC
25 & 26 OMGA Pairs Palmerston – TBC
February
8 & 9 IMGA Nations Trials tbc
15 & 16 Hi-Points Pairs – Round 2
16 (pm) Prince Phillip Cup
March
3 – 8 HOY – NZMGA Pairs and Teams Championships
29 – 31 (Easter) NZMGA Individuals – TBC
*NZMGA Competitions
*Pony Club Events
*Otago and TOTS MGA comps regularly supported by CMGA members
March 2024
NZMGA Individuals
29-31 March 2024, Northern A&P Grounds, Rangiora
Programme: Click here
Further details available on NZMGA Sporty site:
Gala Dinner:
Yeehaw - get your Gala tickets now: Click here
Added 15 February 2024
Canterbury MGA Hi Points Pairs Series
Round Two
Saturday and Sunday 17th and 18th February 2024
Trents Estate
150 Trents Rd, Prebbleton
MGA members $25 non-members $35
Ground fee: $5 per pony per day (includes tape yards overnight if required)
Camping available at no charge
Entries close Sunday 11th February
Programme: Click here
Late entry $10. Late entries will be taken to fill classes only.
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “Hi-Pts 2024” as reference.
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Canterbury Area Pony Club: Prince Phillip Cup and Assisted Pairs Competitions
Saturday 17 February, Trent's Estate, Prebbleton
Entry Form: Click here
Added 5 January 2024
***Canterbury MGA Summer Camp 2024 ***
*CMGA Teams Championship and U18/ Novice Teams Competition*
Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
- Wednesday 3rd January (3 - 4.30 pm): Pony Club Rally - all pony club riders welcome
- Thursday & Friday 4th & 5th January: Coaching sessions.
- Saturday 6th January: Canterbury Teams Championship and Canterbury MGA Under 18 / Novice Teams Competition (for Under 18 or Novice riders or those with 2nd ponies or pony club teams). Note: there is a SEPARATE ENTRY FORM for this.
- Sunday 7th January: Team finals and prize giving.
Programme for Camp: Click here
Programme for Teams: Click here
ENTRIES CLOSE 27th December
Added 18 December 2023
***Canterbury MGA Summer Camp 2024***
Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
- Wednesday 3rd January (3 - 4.30 pm): Pony Club Rally - all pony club riders welcome
- Thursday & Friday 4th & 5th January: Coaching sessions.
- Saturday 6th January: Canterbury Teams Championship and Canterbury MGA Under 18 / Novice Teams Competition (for Under 18 or Novice riders or those with 2nd ponies or pony club teams). Note: there is a SEPARATE ENTRY FORM for this.
- Sunday 7th January: Team finals and prize giving.
Enter HERE
Canterbury MGA Xmas Fun Mixed Teams
Sunday 17th December 2022
Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
12pm start - Mounted Fun and Games followed by Secret Santa and early BBQ dinner at Shanks residence.
We will allocate each entrant into a team of 4 or 5 consisting of one rider from each class where possible.
Entry fee: No charge. Merry Xmas from CMGA!!
Ground Fee: No charge. Merry Xmas from John and Sue
Entries close: Wednesday the 13th of December
*** Fancy Dress Essential *** prize for best dressed team!
Recycled ribbons and confectionary as prizes.
BYO:
- Drinks
- Some food share for BBQ
- A present for the Secret Santa - under $10
- Your togs if you want to swim
Any queries please contact Sue Shanks trents@xtra.co.nz or 021803860
Enter HERE
Canterbury MGA Individuals Championships Competition
Sunday 12th November 2023
Trents Estate, 150 Trents Rd, Prebbleton
MGA members $20 Non-members $30
Ground Fee $5 per pony per day
Entries close: Monday 6th November
Late entries will be taken to fill classes only.
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “Individuals2022” as reference.
Any queries please contact Sue Shanks trents@xtra.co.nz or 021803860
ENTER HERE:
Programme: Click here
NZMGA Regional Teams R2
Turangi, 18 & 19 November
We are calling for Expressions of Interest for the NZMGA Regional Teams R2 Competition which will be held in Turangi 18th & 19th November.
Can you please email Dy Jolly (dyjolly@witaskewin.co.nz) by the 10th November if you are interested in being in a team. Please indicate in your reply if you would (1) be taking your own pony, (2) be looking for a loan pony in NI and/or (3) if you can self-source a pony. If there is interest, we will enquire about the availability of loan ponies.
OTHER Regional Teams dates:
R3 Manawatu 2nd & 3rd December
R4 Canterbury 6th & 7th January
R5 ( South Island date to be confirmed late march or early April )
Added 09 Nov 2023
Canterbury MGA Individuals Championships Competition
Sunday 12th November 2023
Trents Estate, 150 Trents Rd, Prebbleton
MGA members $20 Non-members $30
Ground Fee $5 per pony per day
Entries close: Monday 6th November
Late entries will be taken to fill classes only.
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “Individuals2022” as reference.
Any queries please contact Sue Shanks trents@xtra.co.nz or 021803860
ENTER HERE:
Programme: Click here
Added 04 October
NZMGA Regional Teams R1
Waikato, 28 & 29 October
CMGA Members if you are interested in being in a team, please email Jane - r.jgutry@xtra.co.nz by 10 October Please indicate in your reply if you would be taking your own pony or be looking for a loan pony in NI and or if you can self-source a pony.
OTHER Regional Teams Dates
R2 Turangi 18th & 19th November
R3 Manawatu 2nd & 3rd December
R4 Canterbury 6th & 7th January
R5 (Location and Date to be confirmed)
As at 8 September 2023
Canterbury MGA Hi-Points Pairs Series
Round One
Saturday and Sunday 23rd and 24th September 2023
Canterbury Park
MGA members $25 non-members $35
Ground fee: $5 per pony per day
Camping $10 per person per night
Entries close Sunday 17th September
Late entry $10. Late entries will be taken to fill classes only.
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “Hi-Pts 2023” as reference.
Enter HERE
Also on this weekend are:
South Island School Pairs: Enter HERE
Christchurch Pony Club Games: Enter HERE
North versus South Mixed Teams Competition 2023
A Competition for Kate
Talented equestrian, loyal and hard-working team player, diligent student, inspiring speech maker, cultural champion, fiercely independent, fun loving, compassionate friend and family member – Kate Gutry was all these things and so much more.
A much loved and deeply missed member of the Canterbury Mounted Games Association.
The North vs South Competition is to be held each year in loving memory of Kate.
18th May 2003 – 15th February 2021
Always and Forever
Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd of October
Trents Estate, 150 Trents Rd, Prebbleton, Christchurch.
The Kate Gutry Inter-Island Trophy awarded to the Island with the highest points
The Kate Gutry Memorial Shield awarded to the Team with the highest points
Entry fee: NZMGA members only - $50
Camping: $10 per person for weekend
Novice Pairs competition - $25
Entries close Sunday 8th October
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 002. Please use family name and “NvS 2023” as reference.
Enter HERE
Canterbury MGA Pre-Season Coaching
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th of September 2023
Venue: RDA Arena, Canterbury Park.
Coaches: We are excited to have two very experienced open riders and excellent coaches, Shayla Shaw and Luke Zydenbos. Both riders have selected to represent NZ overseas and Shayla is the coach for the NZMGA Nations team going to South Africa this December. This clinic will be very beneficial and will help set riders and ponies up for the season.
MGA Members $25 per session
Non-MGA Members $35 per session
Ground Fee $5 per pony per day
Entries close: Sunday 3rd of September or when classes are full.
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “coaching" as reference.
Programme for the weekend: Click here
Enter HERE
Also note that the new Membership Form for the 2023/2024 Season is now available: Click here
Membership Fees are as follows:
Riding Member: $60 Non-riding member: $35
Note that everyone under 18 years needs to have a Non-Riding or Riding Member guardian who has also filled out the Form.
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and the word “Membership” as your reference.
As at 27 June 2023
Canterbury MGA Training Pairs and Individuals Competition
Sunday 2nd April 2023
Pairs - Sunday morning
Individuals - Sunday afternoon
Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
MGA members $10 non-members $20
Ground Fee included
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “training” as reference.
Enter HERE:
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Canterbury MGA 2023 Award winners
CONGRATULATIONS to our 2023 CMGA Awards winners as voted by our members.
1. Most improved/consistent – Sue Robertson and Graham Smith Trophy: Frida Peltzer
2. Best Combination – Dwight Trophy donated by Jenn Bothwell and Ellen Jones: Dustin Rowlands & Max
3. Most outstanding Rider – CMGA Trophy: Dustin Rowlands
4. Best up and coming young rider – Stewart Family Trophy: Courtney Ashton
5. Best games pony – the Bobby Trophy donated by the Zydenbos Family: Amber – the Gutry Family
6. Sportsmanship award – CMGA Trophy: Ruby Stewart
7. Service to CMGA – CMGA Trophy: Bruce Pluck and Jennie Kjelgaard
8. Most spectacular fall: Christine Lewis at NZ Pairs
9. Naughtiest pony: Copper and Jane at our last competition
10. Cutest Combination: Jack Benjamin & Snickers (the manly pony)
Update about up-coming events:
2023-24 Proposed Competition Dates
July Low level coaching
August ChCh PC Mega Rally
September
9 & 10 CMGA Spring coaching, RDA Arena
22 South Island Schools Pairs (run by CMGA)
23 & 24 Hi-Points Pairs – Round 1,
24 ChCh PC Games
October
10 & 11 Mini camp and Prince Phillip Cup
21 - 23 (Labour WE) North vs South Kate Gutry Memorial Teams Event - SI
28 & 29 Regional Teams - SI
November
4 & 5 NZMGA Worlds Trials
11 &12 CMGA individuals Championships
25 & 26 TotS Pairs, Nelson A & P Show
December
9 & 10 Zone 5 Games
17 Canty MGA Mixed Teams Xmas Competition
January
3 Pony Club Mounted Games Rally
4 & 5 South Island Camp
6 & 7 NZMGA Regional Teams – SI
9 & 10 SI PC SJ Champs
15 – 17 NZPCA SI Championship Week
20 & 21 Otago MGA, Southern Pairs, Palmerston
27 & 28 CMGA Team Championships
February
3 & 4 NZMGA Nations Trial (or Fairlie comp??)
17 & 18 Hi-Points Pairs – Round 2
March
4 - 10 HOY – NZMGA Pairs and Teams Championships
16 & 17 Either NZMGA Regional Teams – NI
23 & 24 or NZMGA Regional Teams – SI
29 - 31 (Easter) NZMGA Individuals ?Canterbury MGA
Pony Club Events
Proposed Competitions
Otago and TotS comps regularly supported by CMGA members
As at 24 February 2023
Canterbury MGA Hi Points Pairs Series
Round Two
Saturday and Sunday 25th and 26th February 2023
Northern A&P Showgrounds,
156 Ashley Street, Rangiora
MGA members $20 non-members $30
Ground fee: $10 per pony per day (includes yards or tape yards)
Camping $5 per person per night
Programme: Click here
Entries close Monday 14th February
Late entry $10. Late entries will be taken to fill classes only.
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “Hi-Pts 2023” as reference.
Enter HERE
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Canterbury Area Pony Club: Prince Phillip Cup
Sunday 26 February 2023, Northern A&P Grounds, Rangiora
Briefing approx. 1:00 pm; Start approx.1:30 pm
Programme: Click here
As at 01 February 2023
Canterbury MGA Mixed Pairs
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th February 2023
Unfortunately we have had to cancel this competition due to the high number of trialists.
Canterbury MGA WTC Trials Catering
Friday - Dinner
Saturday - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Sunday - Breakfast and Lunch
Individual meals - Breakfast $5, Lunch $8, Dinner $15
All meals $ 56 p.p.
Gluten free and other dietary requirements catered for on request
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “WTC meals" as reference.
Orders close 1st February 2023
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NZMGA WTC Australia Trial U18 & Open Individuals - Canterbury MGA
Saturday & Sunday 4th & 5th February 2023
Northern A&P Association,156 Ashley Street, Rangiora 7400
Programme: Click here
Entry fee $50. This includes Ground Fee and Yards for the two days of the competition (Note: people are able to make up their own tape yards).
Camping: $5 per person per night - please include non-riders.
If extra time on the grounds is required, there is an additional charge of $10 per day per pony plus $5 camping per person per night.
There will be two sessions on Saturday and one session plus finals on Sunday.
To Enter: Click Here
Entries close: Wednesday 25th January
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “WTC2023” as reference.
Any queries please contact Sue Zydenbos, Event Secretary - zydenbos@xtra.co.nz
* Riders wanting to trial must also register to trial:
Open: https://www.sporty.co.nz/nzmga/wtc-australia-2023/WTCOpen-Application-to-Trial
Under 18: https://www.sporty.co.nz/nzmga/wtc-australia-2023/WTCU18-Application-to-Trial
Canterbury MGA Mixed Pairs
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th February 2023
Northern A&P Showgrounds Rangiora
MGA members $20 non-members $30
Ground Fee and Yards $10
Camping $5 p.p. per day.
Entries close Sunday 29th January
Late entry $10. Late entries will be taken to fill classes only.
Enter HERE
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “pairs2023” as reference.
*Will be run in between trial sessions*
As at 12 January 2023
NZMGA WTC Australia Trial U18 & Open Individuals - Canterbury MGA
Saturday & Sunday 4th & 5th February 2023
Northern A&P Association,156 Ashley Street, Rangiora 7400
Entry fee $50. This includes Ground Fee and Yards for the two days of the competition (Note: people are able to make up their own tape yards).
Camping: $5 per person per night - please include non-riders.
If extra time on the grounds is required, there is an additional charge of $10 per day per pony plus $5 camping per person per night.
Entries close: Wednesday 25th January
Bank account is 03 0830 0641237 00. Please use family name and “WTC2023” as reference.
Any queries please contact Sue Zydenbos, Event Secretary - zydenbos@xtra.co.nz
* Riders wanting to trial must also register to trial:
Open: https://www.sporty.co.nz/nzmga/wtc-australia-2023/WTCOpen-Application-to-Trial
Under 18: https://www.sporty.co.nz/nzmga/wtc-australia-2023/WTCU18-Application-to-Trial
Canterbury MGA South Island Camp 2023
Eyreton Pony Club Grounds, 140 North Eyre Road, Ohoka
- Wednesday 11th January (4 - 5.30 pm): Pony Club Rally - all pony club riders welcome - venue tbc
- Thursday and Friday 12th & 13th January: Coaching sessions.
- Saturday 14th January: Canterbury Teams Championships and Canterbury MGA Novice Teams Competition (for novice or junior riders or those with 2nd ponies or pony club teams)
- Sunday 15th January: Teams finals and prize giving.
Enter here: for Camp
Enter here: for Teams Champs
- Entries close 4th January 2023
Camp Programme: Click here
Teams Competition Programme: Click here
As at 21 December 2022
Canterbury MGA Xmas Fun Mixed Teams
Saturday 17th December 2022
Trents Vineyard
150 Trents Rd
Prebbleton
12pm start - 2 heats followed by early BBQ dinner at Shanks residence.
We will allocate each entrant into a team of 4 or 5 consisting of one rider from each class where possible.
Entry fee: No charge. Merry Xmas from CMGA!!
Ground Fee: No charge Merry Xmas from John and Sue
Entries close: Wednesday the 14th of December
*** Fancy Dress Essential *** Secret Santa $10
Recycled ribbons and confectionary as prizes.
Any queries please contact Sue Shanks trents@xtra.co.nz or 021803860
Programme: Click here
Enter here
As at 08 December 2022
NZMGA Regional Teams Championships
Equifest Christchurch
Canterbury Park, Wigram
- Saturday 10th December: Heats
- Sunday 11th December: Finals and prize giving
Entry fee: $35 per rider plus Equifest ground and yard fees
Entries : Per Equifest & Main Events Website
Entries Close: Sunday 4th December
Event Secretary: Sue Zydenbos Secretary Contact email: zydenbos@xtra.co.nz
Programme: Click here
Enter here:
https://www.main-events.com/event/7833/equifest-2022-christchurch
NZPCA CHRISTCHURCH PONY CLUB GAMES DAY Sunday 11th December 2022, during Equifest Canterbury Park, Christchurch
Briefing approx. 12:30 pm; Start approx.1:00 pm
CPC Games open to branches in ALL Pony Club Areas
There will be a sausage sizzle available BEFORE the competition, from 12:00 pm.
Follow this link for more information and entry details
https://www.sporty.co.nz/asset/downloadasset?id=99874f45-941b-4c51-aabb-3c49d92a0c81
As at 22 September 2022
Canterbury MGA Individuals Championships
Saturday & Sunday 1st and 2nd October 2022
Canterbury Park
MGA members $20 Non-members $30
Ground Fee $5 per pony per day
Camping $10 per truck per day
Entries close: Monday 26th September
Enter here
Canterbury MGA Hi Points Pairs Series
Round One
Saturday 24th September 2022
Canterbury A&P Showgrounds, Wigram
MGA members $20 non-members $30
Ground fee $5 per pony per day.
Entries close Monday 19th September.
Enter HERE
Games List
Session 1
Speed Weavers
Bottle Swap
Toolbox Scramble
2 Flag
Litter Scoop
Carton
Socks & Bucket
Hi-Lo
Final
Sword Lancers
Hoopla
Hula Hoop
Mug Shuffle
Bank Race
Bottle Exchange
Agility Aces
Pony Pairs
Bang-a-Balloon
Flag Fliers (tie breaker)
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2022 South Island Secondary and Intermediate School Pairs Championship
8:30 am Friday 23 September 2022
Canterbury A&P Showgrounds, Christchurch
Entry Form and Games List: Click here
Entries close Friday 16 September
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Reminder: Membership Fees are due now. Details in panel to the left.
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Canterbury MGA Pre-Season Coaching
Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th of September 2022
Venue: Selwyn Equestrian Center Arenas, Burnham, Canterbury.
Coaches: We are excited to have two very experienced open riders and excellent coaches, Sky Notter and Max Shanks. Both riders have represented NZ here and overseas. Sky is a NZ open-class champion in the individual, pairs and teams events. This clinic will be very beneficial for all levels and will help set riders and ponies up for the season.
Enter here:
Canterbury MGA 2021 Award winners
Congratulations to our 2021 season awards winners by popular vote:
Most Improved/consistent: Renee Pluck and McKenzie Rowlands - Trophy donated by Sue Robertson and Graham Smith
Best Combination: Sue Z and McCahon - Dwight Trophy (Jenn Bothwell and Ellen Rose)
Most Outstanding Rider: Sam Partington - CMGA Trophy
Sportsmanship: Pippa Gutry - CMGA Trophy
Best Pony: Mel - The Bobby Trophy (Zydenbos Family)
Best Upcoming young rider: McKenzie Rowlands - Stewart Family Trophy
Service to Canterbury Mounted Games: Sarah Molyneux - CMGA Trophy
Best Fall: Courtney Ashton
Naughtiest Pony: Dexter
Cutest combination: Quentin and Sweetie
Update about up-coming events:
2022-23 Proposed Competition Dates
September
10 & 11 Spring coaching
23 & 24 South Island Schools Pairs; Hi-Points Pairs – Round 1
October
1 & 2 Canty MGA Individuals Championship; ChCh PC Games
15&16 TotS Swinging Pairs
22-24 (Labour Weekend) NZMGA National Individual Championships, Turangi
29 & 30 North vs South Kate Gutry Memorial Teams Event, Taupo (Equifest)
November
6 NZPCA Zone 5 Games (hosted by ASCNO)
7 Dick Hogg Trophy – Ashburton Pony Club
12&13 NZMGA Regional Teams – Round 1: Hawke’s Bay
19 & 20 TotS Pairs, Nelson A & P Show
December
3&4 NZMGA Regional Teams – Round 2: Northland (Whangarei)
3&4 Otago MGA Southern Individuals, Palmerston
9, 10 & 11 NZMGA Regional Teams– Round 3: Canterbury (Equifest)
17 Canty MGA Mixed Teams Competition
January
5-8 North Island Camp
10&11 SI PC SJ Champs, Eyreton
11 Pony Club Mounted Games Rally
12&13 South Island Coaching Camp
14&15 Canty Team Champs
21&22 Otago MGA, Southern Pairs, Palmerston
23-25 NZPCA SI Championship Week
28&29 (?) TotS Competition - tbd
February
4-6 NZMGA WTC Australia Trial U18 & Open: Individuals – Canterbury
11&12 NZMGA Regional Teams – Round 4: Manawatu
25 & 26 Hi-Points Pairs – Round 2, 3 or 4 (Prince Phillip Cup – in afternoon?)
March
6-12 HOY
April
1&2 NZMGA WTC Australia Trial U18 & Open: Pairs – Turangi
7-9 (Easter) NZMGA Individuals – Manawatu
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