Groundwork Exercises

Groundwork is a great way to introduce new tasks to horses. Groundwork is a group of exercises you carry out with your horse while you’re leading them on the ground. Groundwork is a useful way of establishing communication and connection with horses of any age.

Groundwork Exercises for Horses

6 Tips To Get Yourself and Your Horse In The Correct Mindset to Work:

1. Have a plan
2. Execute the plan
3. Know the difference between effort, and no effort
4. Know if it’s a question or an act of defiance
5. Know when to back off or add more (timing is key)
6. You are the leader, and they are the team member

• If you don’t know any of the above you may need help, and we’re here for you. Contact us.

1. Lunging control their feet in all directions, not to wear them out
2. Build their confidence by doing it over and over
3. Teach them to handle stress/pressure
4. Time to ride
5. Lots of trotting and loping on a loose rain
6. Get them soft in the face

• Remember, this is an exercise, you don’t want to make them feel like it’s a punishment. If you need help with any of these tips and making you and your horse a better team, reach out to us, we can help!