come in packs of 4.

To separate push apart: at the edge

or in the middle

are ideal for: General schooling Young horses Novice riders Dressage Show-jumping precursor Pony Club RDA The equine athlete Riding schools/clubs plus many more

can be used when: Riding Lunging Long-reining Free schooling Working In-hand

Uses of Raising poles for schooling Marking out an arena Used as corner markers Weave blocks, e.g. Gymkhana and steering Pre-cursor for jumping Jumps for the tiny pony Parelli Rehabilitation

Pole Formations Using brings more versatility to pole use, can be used to vary the height of poles, the poles can be arranged in many formations and can be worked over in walk, trot and canter. This versatility provides the opportunity for horses and riders, at all levels, to benefit from using .

Approximate distances between poles
Walk: 2½ ft (0.8m)	Trot: 4ft - 4½ ft (1.2m - 1.4m)	Canter: 11½ ft (3.5m)

These distances are a rough guide only. Adjust according to the size of your horse and cater for each horses individual stride length. You can lengthen or shorten the distance between poles for lengthening and shortening strides. Single height is easier for the horse and rider, using double height increase the intensity of the workload. As a safety measure, ensure your horse is warmed up sufficiently and build up the intensity gradually. The following examples are a few of the formations that are possible. There are many other formations to try, have a go and see.

Height Combinations and Pole Height Combinations Use singularly or as doubles to create a variety of height options. Starting with A being the easiest arrangement, through to E which is more challenging.

Standard Formation Single height is ideal for starters, easier for horse and rider. You can vary this by putting one end of the pole on the ground. Benefits include: Fun and enjoyment – for horse and rider Improved strength, fitness and stamina Attention, concentration and obedience Lengthening and shortening stride Greater elevation, collection and engagement Improves confidence, developing rhythm and balance Can encourage horse to lower neck and arch back Flexibility, increased range of joint movement, loosening and easing stiffness Co-ordination, accuracy, hoof eye co-ordination Strengthens riders seat, balance and accuracy. Pre-cursor for more advanced work, piaffe, lateral work and jumping

Standard Plus Formation Single height and double height combination. Ideal for increasing work intensity. Benefits include: Same benefits for Standard Formation and especially for: Increasing range of joint movement Extra flexibility More concentration Extra elevation, collection and engagement

Medium Formation Horse needs to concentrate to alternate between left and right side heights. Benefits include: Same benefits for Standard Formation and especially beneficial for: Concentration Proprio-reception Co-ordination Balance

Rehabilitation Formation. Can be used in single or double height combinations. Ideal for working a particular side of the horse. Formations are specific to requirements. Consult expert advice to monitor your rehabilitation programme.

Curved Formation Single or double height combinations. Aim for the centre of the poles, but you can work on shortened strides towards the inside and lengthened stride towards the outside of the circle.

Benefits include: Same benefits for Standard and Standard Plus Formations, and especially beneficial for: Reducing rushing Concentration Flexibility Co-ordination Balance

Uses of with poles: Fun, boredom breaker, enjoyable and interesting – for horse and rider Engagement, higher steps, animation, impulsion, encourages horse to lower neck and arch back Improved attention, concentration, obedience and confidence Developing balance and rhythm Co-ordination, accuracy, hoof eye co-ordination, proprio-reception Flexibility, increased range of joint movement, loosening up to ease stiffness Encourages horse to make equal effort with each limb encouraging straighter movement and equal gait. Correct use of the whole body Develops strength, muscle building Improved fitness, heart and circulatory system, stamina, condition, increased rate of improvement Pre-cursor for more advanced work, piaffe, lateral work, jumping Lengthening and shortening stride Strengthens riders seat and balance, accuracy Time and labour saving Smart and convenient

are the new exciting training aid to enhance your schooling and training program. The ease and practical properties of this product have been long overdue to the industry. promote safety and smartness in the schooling arena or field, they are extremely convenient to use and are time and labour saving. are safe and resilient for use around horses, are suitable to use on most surfaces and are maintenance free and weather proof. are for all, young and old, experienced and inexperienced. The lightweight have been designed to use with poles and are ideal for all abilities and all disciplines.

Size of individual Diameter = 5½ inches (140mm) Height = 4 inches (101mm) Weight = 8.83 oz (250 gram)

Height including standard 4 inch pole Single and standard pole = 7½ inches (190mm) Double and standard pole = 10 inches (255mm)

The given dimensions are approximate. are designed for ground schooling purposes, it is therefore recommended that you do not exceed double height plus pole height for schooling purposes. have been designed to stack together in large quantities for carrying, storage and transportation purposes. have been designed to cup a standard 4 inch diameter pole. The weight of the pole also further stabalizes the . This design has been structured to incorporate the safety feature of allowing the pole to fall away if kicked by the horse, reducing the risk of the horse tripping. Although were designed for equine use, many individuals have suggested they would also be suitable for use in dog agility training.

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