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Benefits of Pole work

Updated: Aug 17, 2022

The benefits of pole work are extensive, and improvements gained by regular use can be felt both on the flat and over fences.


They can enhance the way of going by using exercises to develop the horses


  • Balance

  • Rhythm

  • Straightness

  • and engagement



Pole work can influence

  • Stride height

  • Stride length ( both to lengthen and shorten)

  • Improve elevation and cadence

  • Encourage activity and build symmetry as well as gymnastic ability and co ordination




The physical demands of pole work when done correctly can progress the horses

  • Strength

  • Limb flexibility

  • Core stability

  • Suppleness

  • Muscle development

  • And an increased range of motion



It also provides great stimulation for the horse too and can

  • Add variation to their work

  • Encourage quick thinking , focus and response times

  • Improve proprioception alongside steering and control and help connect their feet to their brain.

  • It will encourage the rider or handler to be accurate in their approach to the poles, use correct aids to communicate to the horse they are riding or handling from the ground, and to speed up their reaction times to the horses responses.

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