02/06/2026
Good lunging is not about making a horse tired.
It is about communication, observation, and correct groundwork.
When done properly, lunging can help improve balance, rhythm, responsiveness, and overall understanding between horse and handler. When done incorrectly, it can create confusion, stress, and unnecessary strain on the horse’s body.
Understanding lunging means knowing
✔ How to position yourself safely
✔ How to read a horse’s body language
✔ How to encourage calm and correct movement
✔ When to apply pressure and when to release it
Every horse responds differently depending on their training, confidence, and environment. That is why technique and timing matter.
This is why education matters.
At The Australian Equine Institute, our nationally recognised
ACM20221 Certificate II in Horse Care
ACM30821 Certificate III in Horse Care
help students develop practical horse handling and groundwork skills that support safer and more effective horsemanship.
Because good groundwork creates better horses and more confident handlers.
Learn more at www.horsecourse.com.au