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Permalink Reply by Jennifer Duncan on June 9, 2008 at 7:15pm

Barbara,
Basic gymnastics, I would set up 3 or 4 ground poles about 4ft. 6in. apart (most horses have a 4'6" trot stride) followed by an X that is about 9 ft. from the last pole. Trot in/canter out and do this until you can do it smoothly. Then you can add from there. Place a vertical about 18 feet from the X for a one stride. If you want to add a second vertical, set it 20-21 feet from the first. If you want to set a bounce at a canter, set them 7-8' away and 14-16' away for a one stride. This may vary depending on exactly how big your horse's stride is, but this is a general guide. Hope it helps.

Permalink Reply by Barbara F. on June 9, 2008 at 9:35pm

Thanks Jennifer, that's really clear advice. I'll see how I do!

Permalink Reply by Jennifer Duncan on June 9, 2008 at 9:46pm

Good luck.