Cross-over polework exercise with This Esme

Posted 22nd July 2022

Have a go at This Esme’s super-fun accuracy exercise

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Looking for a fun way to boost your accuracy and try something new? Why not have a go at this cool cross-over jumping exercise? All you’ll need is two poles and two wings, so it’s easy to do even if you’re short on equipment – here’s how.

Set it up

Place one pole along the centre line over X with two wings or blocks and raise one end – just a few centimetres is fine. Then, put another pole underneath to create a cross shape.

TOP TIP

Remember, if at any point your pony starts to feel overwhelmed, you can always go back a step to rebuild his confidence.

Get warmed up

Start by warming up your pony in walk, trot and canter. Ride around the wings and poles so he gets used to them and feels more confident when you ask him to go over the poles. Focus on riding him straight and making square turns to prepare you for approaching the obstacle.

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