Hello, my name is Jeff and I'am intersted in learning about horse care and how to lunge a horse. Does anyone here know of anyone who would be willing to take the time to teach me? Thank-You Kindly.

Jeff,

Check with the local riding facilities or trainers in your area. There are also numerous videos that you can watch. I found the easiest way that I have taught a horse to lunge was using the round pen it also saves on your shoulders ( I have bad shoulders) this way they can't bolt away, and you have them in a more controlled enviroment. Hope this helps

hi jeff,

Lunging is a good way to teach and exercise a horse. Because you can see the horse from the side while lunging, you can see if his form is correct. Lunging is also a method to teach new riders, as the rider can focus on developing his own skills, while you control the horse.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIhkEuOiaX8

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Hi P8ntcrazy - with all the research I have done into muscular problems of horses, I have become something of an expert on human muscular problems as well - if you are interested in a resource that has helped tremendously with pain and discomfort - please send me an message
Regards
Shirley

Thanks Shirley,

The good thing is I am doing much better and had wonderful therapist who use the Active Release methods, and taught me all the proper exercises. So it is once in a great while that I have pain. But I go back to doing my exercises and standing and sitting with correct posture and it fixes me. But I will keep you in mind.

Thanks

Go to your local library and look for books on horses. Books are a great way to get a feel for things.

I agree, it's a good idea to call local stables in your area. Look in the phone book and in the newspaper. Visit local tack/feed stores and see if there is a bulletin board with notices and ads. Asking the feed store workers might be a good idea too.

Here's a stable I found in your town: http://www.haycockstables.com

I don't know if these are lesson barns, but they might be able to point you in the right direction:
Cinnabar Farm Inc - 121 Midway Rd, Perkasie - (215) 453-7700
Windy Willow Farm - 1801 Mill Rd, Perkasie - (215) 822-9899