Horsemaster Members2015 and beyond…

A plan that has been 15 years in the making……

Change? Why?Why Now?

A growing part of USPC that had more grey areas than black and white.

Concerns from leadership about the need for oversight.

A need for added resources to support the different tracks.

A need for horse experience to augment non-horsey parents.

What’s New?

Membership status: Club members Not corporate members Still non-traditional

Club sponsors will have a choice to accept HMX members as part of their membership

HMX groups may choose to become clubs

The liaison position will be replaced by either a committee chair, Jt. DC or DC position.

Then ~ NowThe Last 15 Years

Started as a beta program in 2000 to increase adult volunteerism.

Formally became non-traditional members of USPC.

Groups were formed under the oversight of the local club, center, or region.

Original recommendations for separate activities were changed to encourage more integration between youth and adults where appropriate.

2015 Forward

HMX members will be transitioned to be club members OR a new club may be formed.

HMX members will truly be a part of the club. They will be invited to all-club events and may have their own activities too.

HMX adults will be able to help at both club and regional level to add new experience and resources to help benefit all.

Adding Options

More adults with horse knowledge.

For HMX – the atmosphere of belonging, not being separate entity.

Experiences to share and gain.

Adult teaching experience for our youth members.

New volunteer options and additions.

Lets non-PC instructors experience certifications, etc.

Why Would you Want

HMX?

Offering an opportunity to those who might not have had it as youth.

Expanding your club/center/region’s reach.

Keeping members who are aged-out OR no longer interested in focusing on higher certification levels.

Results in a creation of parent and volunteer education as adults become more involved.

Creates a larger, loyal community.

Best PracticesWorking As A Team

Just another part of the membership.

All-club/center meetings ~ clinics ~ groups ~ certifications ~ HMX only ~ camps.

Making it work for you and your area.

Doing Their Own Thing

Separate entity.

Own meetings, certifications (as approved by the DC/CA/RS), events.

May be invited to join in local events. May invite local PC members to join in.

Often offer to help/volunteer with youth members.

Perfect candidates to take control of their ‘business’

Becoming A Club Let’s Keep it SIMPLE!

The same process as any other club/center. Application & approval.

DC, Treasurer, Secretary, Sponsor requirements. As leaders, positions will require the same background

checks and certifications as any other club. Non-traditional members may also become sponsors, so

members may be sponsors as well as HMX members. Fees:

New clubs will be charged the same fees as any other club. Established groups transitioning to club status in 2015 will

be charged $300.00 if they choose to have the library, $100.00 if they choose to only change status and not receive materials.

Answers to Frequently

Asked Questions

What about Centers? Structured as before. HMX can

be members of a current center, HMX groups could also apply to be a center.

How do clubs record their willingness to accept traditional/non-traditional members? The DC has the authority to make

this decision.

How do groups transition? HMX groups integrating into clubs

will have their membership transferred.

HMX groups becoming clubs will change status and members will be transferred.

What about club & regional dues? HMX are club members and

would be charged according to club and regional policy.

……And More

Competitions & Rallies• Regional

requirements• Divisions• Championships for

HMXCertifications• Available to HMX• Plans for 2015 &

beyond• UL testing options

The TimelineMarch 1: Allowing current, late renewal and new members to join existing clubs or centers.

May 1: New clubs/centers could be formed for the sole purpose of accepting only HMX members.

August 31: Existing groups would need to declare their intent to either form a new club or to transfer into an existing club/center.

November 30: Existing groups must be closed. Members either transfer to a club/center or begin process of formation of a new club/center.