04/08/2026
Good Lunging Starts Before the Horse Moves
Lunging is not about sending a horse around in circles.
It begins with preparation, communication and understanding.
A successful lunging session is built on clear cues, correct positioning and reading the horse in front of you. Every horse learns differently, and every session should have a purpose.
Effective lunging means understanding
✔ Safe equipment and correct set up
✔ Your position and body language
✔ How to encourage balanced, relaxed movement
✔ When to progress and when to give the horse a break
Done well, lunging can improve communication, build confidence and support a horse's education. Done poorly, it can create confusion, tension and unnecessary physical strain.
That is why education matters.
At The Australian Equine Institute, our nationally recognised
ACM20221 Certificate II in Horse Care
ACM30821 Certificate III in Horse Care
teach practical groundwork and horse handling skills that help students work with horses safely and effectively.
Because good horsemanship starts from the ground up.
Learn more at www.horsecourse.com.au