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Tetrathlon Tetrathlon is "The most exciting combination of equestrian and human sports." It encompasses four sports, and is a challenging, but rewarding sport. Tetrathlon is very similar to the Modern Pentathlon, but it lacks Fencing. It is only practiced in forms of Pony Club. A rewarding mix of hard work and lots of laughs, the Tetrathlon is savored by the few that participate in it.

Phases There are four phases in Tetrathlon, each competed in separately, and usually in different locations. Over all there are seven divisions for scoring, and for difficulty. The divisions are separated by age and rating. Every phase has a possibility for 1100 points. There may be chances to earn more, such as written tests, of horse management points.

Riding The first phase of the Tetrathlon is riding. Usually Show Jumping, Cross-country equestrianism, or a mix of the two. The course must encompass at least one stadium jump. There are also two obstacles that must be included. The first is the slip-rail gate, inn which the rider must dismount, put down the rail, and lead his mount over. The other is the Gate, in wich the rider opens the gate from horseback and must ride his mount through. The rider gets a set amount of time to complete the course, otherwise points will be lost. There is extra time for the slip-rail and ride-through gates. Here are the divisions:

Senior    	   	    3' 0"  - 3' 6" in  355 - 380 yards / min Junior   	  	    2' 9" - 3' 3" in 325 - 355 yards / min Intermediate   	    2' 3" - 2' 9" in 325 yards / min Novice   	  	    2' 3" - 2' 9" in 325 yards / min Pre Novice   	  	    2' 0" - 2' 3" No Time Taken 10 and Under   	    12" - 18" No Time Taken 8 and Under   	  	    0" - 12" No Time Taken

Running The second phase of the Tetrathlon is running. In this phase the rider must run along a cross-country course, in a set amount of time. This course may encompass several obstacles that must be maneuvered by the runner. For every second the runner goes over the allowed time 3 points will be taken from the possible 1100. Different divisions run different lengths in different times.

Senior    	   	3,000 meters     	   	9:45  	   	12:00 Junior   	  	2,000 meters    	  	6:45 	  	8:00 Intermediate   	1,000 meters    	  	3:30 	  	3:45 Novice   	  	1,000 meters    	  	3:30 	  	3:45 Pre Novice   	  	500 meters    	  	        2:00 	  	2:00 10 and Under   	500 meters    	  	        2:00 	  	2:00 8 and Under   	  	500 meters    	  	        2:45 	  	2:45

Shooting The third phase of Tetrathlon is shooting. In this phase the Pony Clubber must shoot at targets with a Co2 or Compressed Air Pistol. The shooting will be done on a ten meter course, and in a standing position. (Excepting the competitors that are 10 and Under)

Senior    	   	4  	   	20 shots timed, 5 shots / target     Junior    	  	4 	  	20 shots slow fire, 5 shots / target     Intermediate    	4 	  	20 shots slow fire, 5 shots / target     Novice    	  	4 	  	20 shots slow fire, 5 shots / target     Pre Novice    	  	2 	  	10 shots slow fire, 5 shots / target    10 and Under    	2 	  	10 shots slow fire, 5 shots / target     8 and Under    	  	2 	  	10 shots slow fire, 5 shots / target

Swimming The last phase of the Tetrathlon is swimming. In this phase the competitor, if she is female, must wear a one piece swimming suit, if he is male, swim trunks work just fine. Goggles are allowed, but under no circumstance is the competitor allowed to walk along the bottom of the pool, they must be swimming. Boys     Girls Senior    	   	200 yards     	   	1:49            2:00 Junior    	   	200 yards               1:57            2:03 Intermediate    	100 yards     	        0:58            1:00 Novice    	   	100 yards               0:58            1:00 Pre Novice    	   	50 yards                0:30            0:30 10 and Under    	50 yards                0:30  	        0:30 8 and Under    	25 yards                0:20            0:20