How To Lunge A Horse In A Round Pen. Our lunge pens are a 7’6″ fence that come with rubber lining for extra protection. Decide how big the pen will be.
Once the gravel has been evenly distributed, the sand will create the top layer. When you lunge your horse for the first time on a small circle, practice getting him going in both directions. Many riders like to lunge their horse prior to riding them.
The pens are approximately 50’ (15.24m) diameter to allow you to work the horse in them, whilst still having a means of escape to the bottom of the pen.
If your horse has issues with going on a small circle, you can make the circle bigger by staying close to him and walking with him on a bigger circle. But, still, i've taught several to lunge just in their pasture or my yard. See how responsive (or not responsive) he or she is. Than have them drop away.