Sussexbythesea
Well-Known Member
As a YO of a very small yard with a 20x40 I do not really like horses being lunged while someone is riding, I think it unfair on the rider to be limited to basically one end, I certainly would not allow a horse to be jumping and feel on a busier yard with two arenas I would insist on the one being lunged doing so outside or the owner can get on and ride if they want to stay dry, in fact if I set up a new yard I would have a luge arena and that would be the only place it was allowed.
Out if interest regarding your “lunge arena” what size would it be? We have a 60x30 school and it’s not at all busy so rare for there ever to be a clash that can’t be avoided. I tend to use the whole of the 60x30 arena and work my way around rather than stay on one spot. I also set up trotting and/or canter poles and occasionally a jump. I’d hate to be limited to a small lunge pen or arena. I tend to lunge when I’m feeling wimpy and I’m still able to work my horse without boring him to tears or overly straining joints on a small circle.
I wouldn’t lunge in a small arena if someone else was already riding especially if there was an outdoor alternative. It would be better if there was a clear rule over this issue, to save arguments.