The Basics of Lunging and 20 Meter Circles
I lunge horses a lot. I lunge green horses to help train them for riding. I lunge hurt horses to see their lameness or lunge horses to help them build strength. I lunge hot horses or cold backed horses. I lunge horses to help them build confidence and relaxation.
I do not believe in lunging a horse mindlessly in fast circles.
By the end of your lunging session, your horse should be down regulated and feeling confident. They should have increased their trust, communication, and skills with you.
Ground work practice: Lunging
Is my horse at the pace I asked for?
Is my horse in the place I asked for?
Is my horse “with me?”
Riding practice: 20 meter circles
Is the shape of my circle symmetrical and correct?
Is the shape of my horse’s body in my circle correct?
What are my cues and corrections for a 20 meter circle?
Am I helping my horse find self-carriage?
*Clinics are held at River Ridge, a private barn in Ada, MI.
Address: 1723 Pettis Ave, NE, Ada, MI 49301
*Our arena is outdoor. If weather does not permit us to ride or work, we will cancel and refund participants.
*For haul-ins, we have crossties or stalls if needed. Our driveway has two roundabouts for easy trailering in and out. A clean coggins will be required in advance of attendance.
The Basics of Lunging and 20 Meter Circles
I lunge horses a lot. I lunge green horses to help train them for riding. I lunge hurt horses to see their lameness or lunge horses to help them build strength. I lunge hot horses or cold backed horses. I lunge horses to help them build confidence and relaxation.
I do not believe in lunging a horse mindlessly in fast circles.
By the end of your lunging session, your horse should be down regulated and feeling confident. They should have increased their trust, communication, and skills with you.
Ground work practice: Lunging
Is my horse at the pace I asked for?
Is my horse in the place I asked for?
Is my horse “with me?”
Riding practice: 20 meter circles
Is the shape of my circle symmetrical and correct?
Is the shape of my horse’s body in my circle correct?
What are my cues and corrections for a 20 meter circle?
Am I helping my horse find self-carriage?
*Clinics are held at River Ridge, a private barn in Ada, MI.
Address: 1723 Pettis Ave, NE, Ada, MI 49301
*Our arena is outdoor. If weather does not permit us to ride or work, we will cancel and refund participants.
*For haul-ins, we have crossties or stalls if needed. Our driveway has two roundabouts for easy trailering in and out. A clean coggins will be required in advance of attendance.
